Thalassa: Beautiful pet friendly seaside retreat! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

“Thalassa” is a striking new construction home that offers 4-bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a amazing central location. Savor a soak in the pristine hot tub at the end of a long day or grille the catch of the day as the sun sets. Located in a residential area and just a short walk to the beach, this family home offers seclusion and convenience. This pet friendly home has plenty of space indoors and outdoors so that your family can spread out while relishing the culture of island life.

The main living level of “Thalassa” welcomes you with a enormous open concept living space. Complete with a sizable living area, dining table, and kitchen, this great room is the heart of the home and a marvelous gathering space for family meals, movie nights, board games, and spending time together. The kitchen is furnished with stainless steel appliances, a sizable sink, an eat in island with seating for 5, and ample storage space for your groceries. After dinner, kick back on the covered front porch with a cool drink and let the salt air wash all your stresses away! The primary bedroom is furnished with a comfortable king-sized bed and features its own private bathroom with dual vanity, rainfall shower head, and walk in shower. There is also a half bathroom and laundry room on this living level for added convenience to guests.

Upstairs you will find a additional living space as well as the three guest bedrooms. The first guest bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed and offers a TV. Another guest bedroom features a twin day bed that has a twin trundle neatly tucked below. This room caters to the junior members of your family but is versatile and will work for single adults as well. There is a full bathroom complete with a combination tub and shower which works ideally for little one’s bath time! At the opposite end of the lofted living space, there is another queen guest bedroom which also offers a TV for your viewing and streaming enjoyment.

The outdoor enclosed shower comes in extremely handy for washing away that pesky sand from the beach and for rinsing off before appreciating a soak in the hot tub. Your private hot tub is covered and available for use in all seasons. There is a gas grille available along with a wood burning faire pit in the back yard. Whether you are at the beach, calming on the covered deck, grilling your favorite summer dish, or enjoying the hot tub – “Thalassa” is sure to check all the boxes your family wants and needs to have a really special vacation experience.

In the summer season make sure to try the famed donuts at Britt's and Thursday nighttime fireworks on the beach! The North Carolina Aquarium and the Fort Fisher historical site are a short drive away and make great daytime activities for everybody to savor. Catch a ferry ride over to Southport for the day for some great local dining options or spend the day hiking in the maritime forest of Carolina Beach State Park. Venus fly traps and native pitcher plants can be spotted in the park seasonally and make a really memorable experience. You'll want to immerse yourself in the myriads of activities offered on Pleasure Island. Book today for a really memorable family friendly experience!

Occupancy: 9.
Stay Requirements: Flexible arrivals in summer with a minimum of 2-nighttime stays year-round.
Linens Configuration: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Twin Trundle.
Parking: Assigned parking on site for 5 cars.
Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with a nonrefundable fee that is charged per pet. min. of 2 dogs per reservation.
Prohibited: Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Conveniences: Keyless Entry, Covered Parking, Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Hot Tub, Gas Grille, Wood Burning Fire Pit, Single Family Home, Pet Friendly.

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 “C322 – Thalassa” as a vacation rental.

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. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Carolina Beach. Booking a rental in the Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. 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 loved ones at the beach.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which often include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, 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.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Thalassa: Beautiful pet friendly seaside retreat! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before reserving the rental. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before booking
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

Advice for a great stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many concerns.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at departure. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to drive future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your review 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 reasonably to solve it.