Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Who doesn't adore a wrap-around rocking chair porch? This is a pet friendly home known as "Nest Egg", and you'll want to invest your time appreciating the close by beach access and rustic appeal from a bygone era. There are two bedrooms located on the main level (both have a Queen bed) and two more upstairs (one with a Queen and the other with 3 Twin beds). For additional guests or kids you can also use the Queen-sized sleeper couch located in the main level Queen bedroom.

There are two full bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen to complete this home, along with a separate dining room that seats 4 - ideal for a late nighttime game of Spades! The kitchen table also seats 4 and there are 3 barstools at the kitchen counter.

You can't beat Carolina beach for family fun and your family will want to come back often and stay at the "Nest Egg"!

***Note that owner reserves the right to occupy the lower level of the structure with at least a 24 hour notice, but this is a very rare occurrence stringently for maintenance or emergencies.***

Occupancy 11: Sun/Sun rental in Summer. Min two nighttime stay other seasons. Family Animals welcome with fee.
Linens Recap: 3 Queens, 3 Twins, 1 Queen Couch Bed
Parking: Parking for four cars
Prohibited: Smoking, Grilling on Deck
Pet Policy - Dogs welcome with a nonrefundable fee that is charged per pet. min. of 2 dogs per reservation.

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C215 – Nest Egg” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina and Carolina Beach Arcade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Vacation rental tips and tricks:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in Carolina Beach. To find the best value, shift your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have discounts for nearby tours and attractions.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Start by choosing a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property management company before reserving the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out what configuration is best for your vacation.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors bothering your peace and quiet. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great ratings to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.