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Happy as a Clam!

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A spacious living area with a dining table, wicker chairs, a large sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, a large clock on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern living room with a round wooden dining table surrounded by wicker chairs, a large woven pendant light, and a built-in TV.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, a living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan.
A modern two-story house with a garage, a driveway, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located near the sea, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 9 guests and features 4 bathrooms. Enjoy outdoor dining on the patio and explore nearby attractions like Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach Lake Park, or engage in motorboating, hiking, and biking activities.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Happy as a Clam!

Welcome to Island Life! This coastal retreat offers modern comforts (8-9 guests, 4 bedrooms, 5 beds, 4.5 bath, 2,930 sq. ft. built in 2023) This spacious, open, airy modern design is perfect for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings, gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. TVs and full length mirrors in every bedroom, large family room and electric fireplace for ambience, large dining table, fully equipped kitchen with wet bar. Just 6 blocks from the ocean, steps away from Island Greenway Walk/Bike Trail & Mike Chappell Park, (off-street trails, parks and scenic areas),10-acre park and has something for everyone in the family, it is equipped with two tennis courts (Pickle Ball), basketball court, playground equipment, baseball, soccer field, skate park (newly renovated 8,000 sq. ft. skate park is complete with ramps, rails, and bowls). Some of the best fishing spots and extensive hiking trails. Great restaurants and shopping nearby, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 minutes to downtown Wilmington. Enjoy Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Willington Beach.

INDOOR LIVING: This open, airy modern design is perfect for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings to a gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. Large family room with 70” TV and electric fireplace for ambience, large dining table, spacious fully equipped kitchen with wet bar.

BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1 (Master downstairs) King Bed; Bedroom 2 King Bed; Bedroom 3 Queen Bed; Bedroom 4 Bunk Beds (1 full, 1 twin). Each bedroom is complete with full size bathrooms, ample closet space and TVs. Full length mirrors in Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3. Please note, one closet is locked up in master bath for owner's belongings, if you need to hang long dresses there is a spacious closet in entry hallway. Small room for baby with portable crib, jungle gym, infant tub, high chair.

KITCHEN: Refrigerator, gas range, oven, dishwasher, microwave, wet bar, cooking basics and more, dishware, glassware, flatware, utensils, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, dish towels, starter paper products, napkins, paper towels and trash bags.

GENERAL: High-speed WiFi, central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer and dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, starter laundry detergent, hand soap, body wash, hangers, 4 hair dryers, 2 make up mirrors, iron/ironing board, keyless entry.

PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

GUEST ACCESS: Self-check-in with keyless entry upon arrival. You will find a smart lock at the front door and a code will be sent to you prior to your arrival.

OTHER: The large, flat yard is nicely landscaped and has an outdoor shower, high end brand new grill, four lounge chairs.

Exterior cameras are placed at the front door and outside in the front.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you choose to use our beach towels, they must be washed and dried and put back in the pineapple hamper. There are 8 beach chairs in the laundry room, please hang back up before departure.
Start one load of two sets of sheets requested by the cleaning service. All pots/pans, wine glasses, etc. shoud be washed and put away. Hand wash wine glasses. Please start dishwasher.
Make sure there is no trash on the outside patio. Turn off all lights and set air on 74 degrees downstairs and upstairs. Please take out trash and on MONDAY night, or on your departure date.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please take out trash/recycling Monday night, they come early Tuesday, bring trash cans to the yard.If you depart on Saturday/Sunday bring out garbage
Beach towels and bath towels must be washed/dried and put back neatly. There is no access to the garage. Please clean grill after each use.
Please also start one load of laundry with only sheets. Please make sure all pots/pans are washed and put away. Start the dishwasher before departure

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3944280vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carolina Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy as a Clam! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy as a Clam!?

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy as a Clam! on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$3,516, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Happy as a Clam!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy as a Clam!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy as a Clam!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happy as a Clam! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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