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Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Living area
Primary bedroom with ensuite luxury bathroom
Bathroom
Parking

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach

Incredible location! Just one block from public beach access, restaurants & famous Tiki Bar & pier. Ocean views from all three decks. Newly renovated in 2025. Spacious, 5 BR/4BA, with elevator reaching all floors for step-less access. Three KING SUITES, queen room & kids bunk room, all with smart TV’s. “Bowfin Blu” is perfect for groups/multiple families. Cleaning fee includes linens, towels, coffee bar and firepit. Pet-Friendly with pet fee. Garage game / movie room coming in July!



We can sleep up to 14 people with adults and kids. For adult only groups 12 max is recommended so two adults do t have to share the full-size beds in the bunk room. We also have 12 seats for dining. Happy to host up to 14 with any group but just wanted to make a suggestion to help you choose if Bowfin Blu is the best place for your vacation.



Additional Amenities Included:

• All bed linens, towels, hand-towels for bathrooms & kitchen

• Household supplies from laundry & dish detergent, trashbags, 2 rolls of paper towels, & 10 rolls of toilet paper. For long stays you may want to bring extra paper towels and toilet paper.

• Beach Towels (up to 10 provided per stay)

• Free snacks, bag of coffee, k cups, tea, spices, & more

• Throw Blankets & plenty of games for the family or friends

• Full-size washer and dryer with detergent provided



Arrival:

Enter the driveway with parking available for 3 to 4 cars. Garage will be used as game room. Use the keypad smart lock and checkin 24 hours a day.



Home layout:



1st floor:

Entryway to stairs and elevator. Beach towels provided in basket by front door with plenty of hooks for towels at the end of the day.



2nd floor:



King Suite #1



Bedroom is equipped premium king mattress (to die for mattress, cooling linens & several types of pillows for all sleeping positions). Smart TV with multiple streaming apps. Sliding glass door leading to private, furnished decks with ocean views. Beautiful ocean sunset accent wall.



Bunk Room

Can sleep 6 offering 2 full beds and 2 twins. Smart TV, nighttime noise maker, sconce light with charger for each bed, Room darkening curtains. Bathroom right outside the door.



Full bathroom



Just renovated! Walk-in shower with all toiletries and bathroom amenities provided



3rd floor:



Dining Room:



Plenty of seating between large dining table seating 8-9 with 4 additional bar seats. Large glass windows with beautiful ocean views.



Living Room:



Professionally designed, modern coastal, open concept living room featuring an extra large sectional & chairs offering plenty of seating for family or friend activities. Shiplap fireplace with 75” Smart TV and modern, linear fireplace (can be turned on without heat for ambience or with heater for cooler winter months). Full wall of windows and glass doors with wide ocean views. Just outside the living room is a large deck with seating for 7 around a propane, blue glass rock fire-pit. There is also a grill located on the back patio for guest use.



Kitchen:



Luxury, large, fully-renovated kitchen equipped with every amenity guests could need to prepare gourmet meals or quick meals in between activities. FULL COFFEE BAR offering free specialty coffee, traditional drip coffee, bean grinder, milk frother, k-cups, French press, electric kettle & free tea.



Full Bathroom

Tub / Shower combo with all toiletries and amenities needed.



King Bedroom



*Comfy King bed, cooling linens, and plenty of pillows with different levels of firmness.

*Room darkening shades, lamps with charging ports, bench with storage, smart TV and large closet. Full bathroom just outside the door.



4th floor:



Primary King Suite



Just renovated, spacious, luxury bedroom

*Premium King mattress, linens and pillows.

*Ensuite bathroom with luxury walk in shower and jetted tub (just renovated).

*Smart TV, mirror, dresser, phone charging stations on each nightstand, & Blackout Curtains

*Sliding Door to private, furnished balcony with OCEAN VIEWS!

*Large 6-foot desk with printer and desk chair



Primary Luxury Bathroom:



Newly renovated with spa-like walk-in shower, jetted bathtub, double vanity and cabinet storage, with beautiful capiz shell chandelier



Queen Bedroom



Medium-firm, hybrid mattress, luxury linens, dresser, smart TV, lamps with charging ports, room darkening curtains & large closet with pack n play, high chairs and other guest amenities. Full bathroom right outside door



Guests will have access to the entire home, back and front yard.



We aren’t there in person but have a wonderful local team who assists guests with any needs. Please message questions through the app for a quicker response. Texts or calls could have a delayed response. We have three people watching the messages and can help with any questions or concerns.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighbourhood in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Travelling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach?

As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$1,115.46, 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.

What time is check-in at Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bowfin Blu at Carolina Beach located?

This family-friendly Carolina Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Kure Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Brown

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