Fish Tales-A Short Walk to the Beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1600 square feet

Welcome to Fish Tales (formerly known as Buddy's Bungalow) which is located on the North End of Carolina Beach, featuring Canal vistas and a short walk to the beach. This freshly refreshed 3 bedroom home provides an ideal setting for everybody to savor - outdoors and indoors. Whether you're passionate about swimming, fishing, surfing or simply unwinding on the beach, there's no better place to stay.
The space
Fish Tales is just a short 4 min. walk to Periwinkle beach access and also a short walk to the North End Pier where the High Tide Parlor & Tiki Bar are located. If you have a 4x4 car, Freeman Park is a 1 min. drive from the home, where you can drive right out onto the beach and appreciate your day. Fish Tales (formerly known as Buddy's Bungalow) was purchased in 2023 and many updates have been made to the home along with all new furnishings, kitchen appliances, Ping Pong Table and much more!
Outdoor Areas.:
The enormous wrap around upper deck and front porch features a gas grille, rocking chairs, sun loungers, and two dining tables.
The lower area is covered featuring Adirondack chairs, tables, cornhole boards and a charcoal grille. The Game Room right off the lower patio features a Ping Pong table, dartboard and all of the bicycles, beach chairs, coolers, umbrella, beach toys and body boards are located in this room. The driveway and carport can accommodate 4-6 cars, and there is an area to charge your Golf Cart if you choose to rent one.
The Kitchen and Family space:
Open concept space with updated and completely outfitted kitchen with new Quartz countertops, all new appliances featuring double ovens, (with an air fryer in lower oven), microwave, dishwasher, Keurig and drip coffee. The kitchen also has a blender, toaster, mixer, panini griddle, an abundance of glasses, and everything you need to prepare a full meal. The sizable dining table seats 6 and the island seats 4. The family room features a huge sectional and a 65 inch Roku TV. (*Be sure to bring your streaming subscriptions.) For rainy days we have an abundance of games, books and puzzles for all ages and of course the downstairs Ping Pong table!
Bedrooms:
Master: This room features a King size bed with new memory foam bed, 55 inch Roku TV, walk in closet , and en suite bathroom with walk in shower.
Bedroom 2: This bedroom features a Queen bed , 55 inch Roku TV and walk in closet.
Bedroom 3: This bedroom features 2 twin beds with new memory foam beds, 43 inch Roku TV, and walk in closet.
Bathroom 2: This bathroom features a combo shower/ tub.
There is a laundry room with washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board .
You will have the following items to help you feel at home:
1 roll of paper towels
2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
body soap in bathrooms
garbage bags
dishsoap
coffee pods
dishwasher pods
laundry pods
hand soap

Sheets for all beds
one towel/wash cloth per guest
hand towels for bathroom and kitchen

For outdoor fun at the beach we provide a beach cart, beach chairs, body boards, an umbrella, two coolers and toys for the sand. We also have 4 bicycles (2 of them are fat tire beach bicycles that can be ridden on the beach).
Guest access
You have access to all parts of the home except for the owners closet
Other things to note:
There is a Ring doorbell

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your spending budget:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To book the best vacation home within budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the best vacation home in Carolina Beach:

• Choose your dates and spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Fish Tales-A Short Walk to the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property manager before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property managers charge additional pet fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Document any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a great stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.