Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach
Carolina Beachside is the perfect home base for your next Pleasure Island getaway. Spacious, comfortable, and just two short blocks from the beach, this beautifully equipped duplex is ideal for families or groups of up to 10. With multiple indoor and outdoor spaces to spread out, everyone can relax and enjoy vacation their way.
Step inside to an inviting open layout and an extra living area complete with a large smart TV—great for movie nights or keeping the kids entertained. An elevator makes moving between floors (and hauling luggage or groceries) effortless.
Outside, you’ll love the newly updated private tiki bar and outdoor kitchen! This area features a grill, fridge, sink, fire pit, and shaded lounging area—your very own outdoor oasis. An outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse off after a day at the beach. With four porches, there’s no shortage of outside space to sip coffee, unwind with a good book or enjoy the coastal breeze.
Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee, so no need to worry about extra charges!
Located in the heart of Pleasure Island, you’ll be just minutes from everything in Carolina and Kure Beach! Spend your days exploring the island, soaking up the sun, or catching the weekly summer concerts and fireworks. At the beach, the fun truly never stops.
-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towels, detergents and hand soap is provided
-AND MORE!
We do our best to ensure that all items are available for your visit; however, we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use.
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*POLICIES/RULES*
-Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
-NO SMOKING & NO PETS allowed at this property.
-Maximum Occupancy: 10 Occupants - Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
-Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.
-Manager and owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.
-Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.
-No events or parties. If it is determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund.
-If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions.
-No uninvited guests without permission.
*Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee*
Security Notice: This home has a doorbell security system with video and audio capabilities at the front door as well as exterior surveillance cameras.
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*PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES*
-Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Restaurants, and more
-Paddle Boarding and Biking with Paddle NC or Pleasure Island Rentals
-Kayaking/Canoeing with Adventure Kayak Company or Lighthouse Water Sports
-Surfing - Book Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni
-Jet Ski with Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals
-Marina/Boating - Boat Tours with Endless Summer Day Tours or Sea Legs Pedal Pub
-Hiking at Carolina Beach State Park
-4 Wheel Drive-on Beaches at Fort Fisher and Freeman Park in CB
-Free movies Sunday nights in the summer at Carolina Beach Lake
-Free live music and fireworks Thursday nights during the summer at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
-Carolina Beach Boardwalk - visit shops, the arcade and restaurants year round. Enjoy festival rides, Britt’s Donuts, + more during the summer
-NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
-Fort Fisher Visitor’s Center + Civil War National Historic Landmark
-Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher
-Ocean Front Park in Kure Beach
-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Rentals
-And More! We provide an on-site booklet and send an email with recommendations prior to your stay!
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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
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach on 25 Apr 2026 start from AU$477, 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 Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious Retreat w/Elevator, Ocean Views, Tiki Bar, Short Walk to the Beach located?
Located in Wilmington Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Ocean Front Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Have had family living in Carolina Beach since 1963. Always enjoy and recommend the beach and boardwalk, Britts Donuts, State Park, Fort Fisher, Wilmington downtown, the Cameron Museum and the general ambiance.
bruce s.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2025
Thank you for your review, Bruce! We are glad you loved Carolina Beachside, and the area. We hope you visit again soon. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
Loved this property. Very clean, close to the beach, great communication with property management, and plenty of room. So much to do nearby. Will stay again.
Michelle H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Thank you for your review, Michelle! It is great that you loved the convenient location and spaciousness of the property. We would love to have you back anytime. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
Great location. The house was just the right size for our family of 5 adults and 3 young children. This was our first visit to Carolina Beach and it was a hit with all of us.
Very nice property with great amenities and location.
Kristin K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2021
Kristin, thank you for your review. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and amenities the property had to offer. We hope you return for another amazing stay. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
Our trip was wonderful and relaxing, going to try and make it an annual event.
Lisa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled to hear your trip was wonderful and relaxing. Making it an annual event sounds like a great plan, and we’d love to welcome you back next year!
Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
The property was land out nicely for entertaining,Thebedrooms where very spacious. l
Would stay there again!
Joanne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2020
Hello, Joanne! Thank you for your review of Carolina Beachside. We are happy you enjoyed your stay with plenty of space. We hope to have you back. Thanks for tripping with iTrip!
The property was as advertised!. Extremely spacious, very clean, great neighborhood in a prime location with excellent ocean views. The bedrooms were clean and comfortable and the owners suite was my favorite to rest and relax after a long day at the beach or boardwalk. The Tikki was a hit for a bbq and evening cocktails. We were literally 2 blocks from the beach and a short distance to the pier where we enjoyed some night fishing. Overall, our experience and stay was excellent!!. We can’t wait until our next at this beautiful house.
Lawarence W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed the spacious home, ocean views, and relaxing evenings by the Tiki area. It sounds like you made the most of the location with the beach and pier so close by. We look forward to hosting you again for your next stay. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barry
22 June 2022
My entire family enjoyed the whole experience at the Airbnb.
My entire family enjoyed the whole experience at the Airbnb.
Barry
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
I really appreciate the service received from Madison throughout registration and upon arrival. This was a great experience.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Desiree H.
5 Sept 2023
Beautiful
The location was perfect! Easy access to the beach and the house was clean! We really enjoyed the stay
Desiree H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Thanks for your review Desiree! We are so glad you were able to enjoy the cleanliness and location of the home. We agree this place has everything you need to enjoy an amazing vacation. Please come back soon! Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cade S.
18 Aug 2022
Carolina Smitherman Vacation
Trip was very enjoyable. Plenty of room for everyone and beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Cade S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Thank you for leaving us a 5-star rating, Cade! We're so glad that you had a nice trip and that the property was spacious and comfortable for your group. We would love to have you visit again sometime soon and appreciate you choosing iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy J.
23 Aug 2023
Great vacation
The house was beautiful and clean. Great location. Short walk to the beach.
Tammy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Thanks Tammy! We agree this is a gorgeous and well-cared for home. We agree it is in the heart of this cute beach town. We would love to have you back any time. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
This property worked so well for our family! We had two adult couples and two college age young adults. The living room and outside deck were spacious so we could all comfortably hang out together in the same room. With the 4 bedrooms and bathrooms, everyone had their own room, and all were very nice and well-maintained The location was perfect it was in a quiet neighborhood, but an easy walk walk to Kure Beach and the downtown shops, restaurants, and boardwalk.
Ronda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear that the home was such a great fit for your group and that the layout worked well for everyone to have their own privacy. We’d love to welcome you back anytime. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
Great location and excellent communication with the hosts. Would definitely stay here again! Thanks for hosting a wonderful weekend!
Dory Lynn J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Dory, we're thrilled to hear that you had a nice stay! It's great to know that the location and communication with our team all contributed to a great vacation. We look forward to having you back for your next visit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maeghan R.
25 June 2022
Wonderful location and perfect for 2 families.
Wonderful location and perfect for 2 families. We rented a golf cart and parking at the beach was easy. Close walk to the tiki bar. We’d love to visit again!
Maeghan R.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
We appreciate your feedback of 'Carolina Beachside'. It is great to hear that both families enjoyed their stay and that you were able to enjoy riding around the island on a golf cart! We would love to have you back sometime soon, thanks for booking with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan L.
16 June 2025
Great house and location!!
A gorgeous house that was perfect for our family! Bedrooms on different floors gave everyone privacy.
Everything was clean and lots of provided amenities.
Host is very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. The Keurig was having issues and they brought a new one right away!
Great time just wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be back!
Susan L.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2025
Thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that Carolina Beachside was the perfect fit for your family and that the layout provided the privacy you needed. It’s great to know that you found everything clean and well-equipped, and we’re glad our team could quickly address the Keurig issue for you. We’re glad you had such a great time and look forward to welcoming you back for a longer stay next time! Thanks for trippin’ with iTrip!
House was in a great location and was very clean. Enjoyed everything that was available in the area!
Linda S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review Linda! We are so glad you were able to enjoy your stay at this clean home. We agree the location is the best. Come back any time. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 June 2022
Perfect stay
We had a perfect stay. The elevator was great for my Inlaws and everyone had their own room and space. The house was clean and balconies gave us a chance to feel the breeze. It was a short walk to the beach and just a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2022
We're happy to hear that you and your guests enjoyed your time at 'Carolina Beachside'! It's lovely to know that everyone felt comfortable, and that you were able to soak in the ocean air and utilize the close beach access! We appreciate your review, thank you for booking with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kie D.
19 June 2024
Carolina Beach
We enjoy our stay at Carolina Beachside. Great location, easy walk to the beach. The house had plenty of space. Nice partial views of the ocean!
Kie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Carolina Beachside. It's great to know that the location was convenient and the house provided plenty of space with nice partial ocean views. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
Great home for families of all ages. Great location with easy access to beach and other locations around Carolina and Kure Beach.
Seth G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
Seth, thank you for your thoughtful review. I am delighted to hear you enjoyed the home, location, and easy beach access. We hope to have you back again soon. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
Wonderful home beautiful!!!Very close to beach able to walk to . Restaurants close. Had a great time thank you
KELLY E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2022
Kelly, thank you for the 5-star review! It is so great to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay and that you loved the location. We agree, it's so nice to be able to walk right to the beach and enjoy nearby restaurants. Thank you for choosing iTrip, we're so glad you enjoyed yourselves!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wednesday S.
5 July 2020
Great
We completely enjoyed our stay in your home and would highly recommend it to everyone.
Wednesday S.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2020
Hello, Wendy! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Carolina Beachside. We would love to know more. We want to ensure you have a great stay, and we take pride in doing the best we can to fix any issues during your stay. Thanks for tripping with iTrip!
Amazing house, amazing host, amazing location. We will be back!
Megan L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
We are so glad that you had a great experience, thank you for the wonderful review. We're happy to hear that the house, location, and communication with our team all made for a great time. Thank you for booking your vacation with us!
The house was very nicely decorated, beds were comfortable and it had a well-stocked kitchen with cookery/utensils, etc. There is a short walk to the beach and we had a little view of the ocean from the balconies. The management was accommodating and responded quickly to questions. Overall, 5 star stay.
Teresa T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for your review, Teresa. I am glad you found the home well decorated, the beds comfy, and the well equipped kitchen! Great customer service is very important to us. We would love to have you back anytime. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
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