OCEANVIEW, 3 MIN WALK TO BEACH, KID-FRIENDLY, LINENS INCLUDED, FULLY STOCKED - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1075 square feet

Welcome to Carolina Sunset. This ocean view, kid-friendly rental is charmingly located on the peaceful island of Sunset Beach, NC. Our home is very close to the pier, market, ice cream shop, equipment units and of course, the beach! The front porch offers impressive vistas of both the ocean and the fantastic NC coastal sunset/rise. Warm summer nights can be spent listening to the ocean from the rocking chair porch or exploring the island by foot or bicycle. Our home is a short drive to golf, Calabash, Little River and Myrtle Beach but without being in the middle of the hustle and bustle.

Indoor Space:
This well-appointed condo comes ready with everything you could need. The enormous bedroom has a King bed, en-suite full bath with tub, rocking chair with foot stool and a sitting bench. Second room has 2 Queen beds with full bath (2 steps across the hall) with walk-in shower. The living room has a couch that expands to a Queen sleeper couch-bed. The full kitchen, dining room and living room boast a huge open floor plan lending to a exceptional gathering space. Our dining room table seats 6 and there are 2 additional barstools at the kitchen counter over-hang. The kitchen comes completely outfitted with cookware, dishes, cups, silverware and an assortment of spices to get you started. In addition to the usual kitchen appliances, available to you is a dual coffee maker, accepting both drip coffee or single serve (K-cup compatible). Our home has a dishwasher and full washer and dryer. Complete linens are also included. There will be a starter set of commonly used items, as well as a few snacks waiting for you on the kitchen counter. There are many books, puzzles, kid toys and games available for your use. Each room contains a wall-mounted flat screen Roku TV. Standard cable and wi-fi are also supplied. There is a pack and play, modest high-chair and umbrella stroller available for those with kids. Beach towels are included. Extra blankets are supplied.

Outdoor Space:
Parking at our home is complimentary and could fit up to 3 standard size cars. Our designated parking is underneath the building (see picture) and accepts for cars to be parked in a single line.

There is an outdoor shower (hot/cold water) and a storage room for guests. Some beach chairs, an umbrella and bicycles are supplied. There are a couple of ride-on kid toys, modest plastic kiddie pool and beach wagon. There are also 4 patio chairs to use in the covered area for calming.

All guests will receive our electronic welcome book prior to arrival. This will contain important information as it relates to our property, your stay and important things to know. It will also include our suggestions of things to do and places to eat, as well as resources for services available in the area. There will be a printed version available at the condo.

Guests will access our home during their stay via a unique code for the keyless intelligent-lock. For parents with kids: there is a manual safety lock high up on the inside of the front door. There is one outward facing Ring doorbell camera on our front door.

Please note that this is a top-floor unit. There are roughly 30 stairs to get to our front door. This unit is unfortunately NOT handicap accessible.

We also own a golf ball business. If you would like golf balls waiting for you at our home, please let us know when you book and we will give you further instructions.

About the Area

Located in Sunset Beach, this condo is in a rural area and near the beach. Rees Jones Golf Course and Willard Byrd Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Traveling with kids? Consider Tribal Island and Planet Fun. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the largest rental within your budget, we recommend booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain discounts for local shops and restaurants.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Begin by selecting a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family needs. OCEANVIEW, 3 MIN WALK TO BEACH, KID-FRIENDLY, LINENS INCLUDED, FULLY STOCKED has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC attraction you love, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

More tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• Upon check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal items. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.