Facing the Beach\/Boardwalk Top Floor Views! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo

Stay in this oceanfront condo & you'll feel like you're on a luxury cruise ship w/ countless beach & boardwalk vistas. Professionally furnished & decorated for the utmost comfort & home away from home experience! Sleeps 5 (5 adults or 4 adults/2 kids on 2 queen beds & a lay down couch), pool, elevator, 2 parking spaces, W/D, dishwasher, refrigerator w/ ice maker, cable/WiFi/Roku, private beach access. 9:30 am to 5 pm daily, 2 blue chairs, umbrella & drink table supplied on the beach by RiverSmith! :)

Two queen beds plus a lay down couch sleeps 5 adults or 4 adults plus 2 kids on the couch. The appeal of this particular oceanfront condo is the ability to be very near everything Carolina Beach has to offer yet inside the security gates of this building, there is tranquility & peaceful, private covered parking and no need to really get back in the car to go back OTB (Over The Bridge as locals call it!) until check-out. RiverSmith is also providing 2 blue chairs & an umbrella w/drink table daily from 9:30-5 pm on the beach. Just look for the RiverSmith tag on the back of the chair!

Entire 2 bedroom/2 bath condo with private balcony overlooking ocean, pool & boardwalk.

I am always available via text on my cell phone or the AirBnB app and I live and work in the area.

The town of Carolina Beach always has tons of activities going on at the boardwalk including fireworks, live music for example. Crush & Grind is a favorite coffee, beer, wine & apps place right next door. The Hampton has a cute Tiki Bar open to the public with ocean & boardwalk seating. The SeaWitch has great food & live music. Nollies Tacos are a unique and fun way to experience Mexican food. Havannas is more modren, so is Lakepark Steak House and Nikkis Sushi is also close by as well as Ida Thai!

Bicycle, walk, golf cart taxi everywhere!

PLEASE do NOT bring your pet(s) UNLESS we have a discussion PRIOR to your check-in. We have allergies to some animals and reserve the right to admit or deny certain animals. Thank you!!! We live in the building and will see if you try to sneak one in. Believe it or not this has been a BIG PROBLEM. We trust you in our home, please be trustworthy!

Parking…. Primo parking oceanfront under the building, first come first serve, these spots go quickly. There are two additional spots across the street market “Cabana Owners & Guests Only” red & white signs. When you arrive, immediately retrieve your pass from the unit and leave it in your car. The towing company is VERY AGGRESSIVE!

We are excited to let you know that we are providing 2 blue beach chairs and an umbrella with a drink table daily from 9:30 AM to 5 PM on the beach for our guests! Just look for the blue chairs marked RiverSmith.

Lastly, PLEASE download the AirBnB app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have fast access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes & your home manual. All pertinent info is also emailed to you. Check your spam folder.

OR if you prefer, PRINT the check-in, code access & info. PLEASE DO NOT arrive and go straight to the Office/Lobby, the building manager is for owners & building maintenance ONLY and is not in place to assist short term rental guests. TEXT MK if you have any issues, concerns or problems.
PLEASE download the AirBnB app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have quick access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes, WiFi info, your home manual & guidebook. If you need help accessing this info or have a question please keep ALL communication via the AirBnb app - this is what they prefer we do.

Please treat our place like it is your own
Leave shoes at the door to reduce the amount of sand in the unit
No towels or clothing over balconies (outside furnishings ok)
Please do not feed birds off the balcony
Please follow check-in & check-out procedures closely
Please do not boost the thermostat more than 1-2 degrees at a time
Please do not wash off make-up on towels/washcloths; only disposable wipes
Please do NOT put extremely sandy clothing or towels in washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow kids or family pets on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!

We are a pet friendly unit with prior notice. If you plan on bringing your fur infant....There is an ADDITIONAL pet cleaning fee that our cleaners prefer you leave in cash at the time of check out:
-Modest/medium dogs up to 20 lbs are $50 per dog
-Giant dogs up to 55 lbs are $75 per dog
-Dogs over 55 lbs please get approval from host

Most importantly, PLEASE ENJOY our beloved ocean side condo. It brings us genuine joy to know you adored your stay, that's our goal. We want you to return year after year.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal vacation property experience:

Sticking to your budget:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, consider shifting your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, picking, and booking the rightrental:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Facing the Beach\/Boardwalk Top Floor Views! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is commonly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before reserving your rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is best for your trip.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

More considerations:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of concerns.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would back home.
• During check-in, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your peace. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.