Sea-renity at Driftwood Villas - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 1 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 754 square feet

Unique 1 Bedroom Condo with a hide-a-bed in the living area! Full kitchen for meal prep. Private pool area, full bath plus a half with a cozy vanity area. Free central parking for 1 car. Wifi/Intelligent TV, plus all the amenities of "home"! Centrally located (2 blocks from the ocean) yet tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the boardwalk, your stay is going to be calming and relaxing with every need for a handsome vacation supplied for!

One bedroom condo with a very comfortable hide-a-bed in the living room plus a entirely supplied kitchen & a full bath & a half with vanity. No W/D in Unit but near a laundry mat.

Full access to the entire condo!

MK & Spencer are available 24/7 and typically on the island or 20 mins away from the condo. Please text when able.

Fat Pelicans & Britts Donuts (local Carolina Beach icons), Tony Silvagni's surfing school, paddle boarding, and recreational units/umbrellas. Malama Cafe, Fork & Cork, Havanas, Nikkis Sushi, El Cazador Mexican, Ida Thai, Kates Pancakes, Lake park Steak House, The Deckhouse, Crush & Grind coffee/wine bar, Hurricane Alleys, The Pitt, Carolina Smokehouse, Stoked at the Marina, countless options on the island!

Parking is right next to or under the building. Ride, walk, or drive to tons of eateries and stores. The beach is a block away! There is one parking pass for one car. There is an additional public/pay parking along Hamlet.

Parking pass is required to park in the Driftwood parking area, predatory towing is in effect in the busy season, 1 pass is supplied & public parking is on the street.
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, WiFi info, your home manual & guidebook. All pertinent information is emailed to you the day before check-in by AirBnB to the address you included. Check your spam/trash folder. 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. Telephone Spencer for any emergencies at 919-438-6931.

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.
*This is NOT a pet-friendly unit!
No golf carts allowed per HOA
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 the washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow kids on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!
Most importantly have fun but stay safe! CALL for emergencies, otherwise please text!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this apartment is near the beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserve your Wilmington, NC vacation home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines have deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Begin by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Sea-renity at Driftwood Villas has 1 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on good reviews to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.