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Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Beach
Interior
Dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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1 Queen Bed

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2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

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Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.

The coastal lifestyle is just what you need to escape the mundane and let all of your cares slip away with the tide! Right across the street from the beach, this oceanfront home offers a back deck and three-sided ocean views, with every window facing the water. Start each morning by greeting the sunshine and salty air with a cup of coffee in hand on your balcony before slipping into your swimsuit for dreamy beach days. The Carolina Beach pier, ample restaurants, and shopping are within walking distance of home base when you feel like venturing out. The shared pool will be just the place to escape the heat, mere steps from your door! There's also a beachfront gazebo on-site - perfect for toasting drinks at sunset.

Inside, this gem is overflowing with coastal themes, natural light, and the modern comforts of home. Meals will be a breeze to prepare in the full kitchen boasting beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, a high-end coffee maker,a toaster, and modern cookware. Plus, everyone can take their pick of gathering for meals at the dining table, in the living area for casual meals while watching favorite shows, or out on the balcony. Don't worry about packing your entire wardrobe either, as the private washer and dryer are more than ready to keep swimsuits and towels clean during your stay. New beach toys and chairs are waiting for you in the closet. We provide a beach wagon to help you carry your beach essentials with ease.

This condo unit is ideally located just across the street from the ocean—approximately 60 feet away—and offers stunning three-sided ocean views. While the property was previously considered oceanfront, recent coastal erosion and the addition of large rocks have altered direct beach access. Guests can now easily reach the sand via a short walk to either the nearby state park entrance to the north or the beach access path off Carolina Beach Avenue to the south. A convenient hose is provided for rinsing off sand before entering the unit.

This is a truly special getaway, so book your stay while this waterfront gem lasts!

THINGS TO KNOW
Beach chairs and toys are available.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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
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 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 condo is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Freeman Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Preacher's Kitchin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riko's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Hops Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access on 29 July 2026 start from AU$439, 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.

Is Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access located?

Situated by the ocean, this condo building is steps away from Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, will definitely rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Great Stay!

The view!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

A3

We really enjoyed our stay. The view was incredible. Will be staying here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ocean view.

We loved everything about our stay. The unit was exactly as described. It was very clean and the check in process was very easy. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D.

Great beach spot

Close proximity to the beach, pier and Freeman park
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Perfect location & views

This place was wonderful. We are making plans for our next trip to stay in the same location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Great Location and View

Great location and View, and enjoyed our vaca the entire week. I would suggest as the view is stunning.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cynthia D.

Great View

The view was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Mountain Mimi

Excellent location. Unobstructed view of the ocean. Short walk to the beach & to the pier. We loved sitting on the deck and listening to the live bands playing at the pier!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Desiree T R.

Location!

Good open space for common area Right next to pier with live music at night The deck has tremendous ocean view There are boulders due to beach erosion, but a short walk to beach
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sofia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

We enjoyed our week here! The place was really clean! And the beach was super close and not too crowded! The only complaint we had was there were a few small roaches but nothing a bit of raid can fix. Other than that our stay was nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect sisters getaway

Being at the end of the beach was wonderful. Great view and very peaceful. Loved watching the surfers. The condo was pretty and comfortable. The stairs were a challenge as we are all older but it was worth the climb. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

Beautiful, peaceful location

The location has a beautiful view and is easy to get to. Close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk. The unit is beautiful with very comfortable bedding and furniture. It is equipped with just about everything you would have in a home.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrea S.

Beautiful Views

The unit was clean and has gorgeous views. We had a couple problems upon check in but local management worked swiftly to fix the issues.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

Best location on the island

Everything was exceptional. The place was spotless. The sunrise was glorious, great restaurants, friendly people. The beach north of the pier was very accessible and the best we saw on the island. This was truly the best vacation experience one could hope for. I wrote the entry combination down wrong and the maintenance man responded right away. He couldn't believe the views from every door and window - and I'm sure he sees a lot. I would give it a higher rating if I could!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun & Entertaining stay!

After the initial shock of seeing no beach in front of the condo, only huge boulders, we found that on the other side of the pier there is great beach access! It is just a short little walk! Also, the surfers were constantly surfing, and was great entertainment! The tiki bar next-door had nightly entertainment and pumpkins galore for the fall season with small little bonfires to roast marshmallows! It was a great time to go… Weather was perfect in the condo was lovely! We will definitely keep this one in mind for next fall when we make a beach trip ! It’s a lovely condo with more than enough necessities! Decorated really nice and was very clean! Enjoyed our stay very much! Thank you 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sean G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Island north A3

Had roaches in kitchen cabinets walls counters place was very dirty no sheets for pullout bed no broome some sheets on the bed had sand all over them manager sent pest control and i had to move everything on my vac for them to spray and they didnt care WILL NEVER USE THEM AGAIN
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gena K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family getaway

This property was very nice on the inside. A little dated on the outside but the inside is what matters. There a quite a few stairs to the condo which could be difficult for some but we needed the exercise. Lol The location and view were great! We were steps from the beach and it was not crowded (which was super nice especially since we were there for July 4 week). The furniture was nice and comfy! The kitchen had all the essentials and we were able to cook and enjoy going out to eat. The pool was small but very clean and we had it to ourselves most of the time. Lots of good food nearby! We ate at Carolina Smokehouse, Island Burgers and Bites, Pop’s Diner and Wake and Bake Donuts! All wonderful. Wilmington is very close to visit! Overall a great location for an awesome relaxing family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We passed your comments along to our local manager for review, and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lauren W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Needs to update pictures and info

We were so excited to stay here…. Then a couple days before our trip we got a notification that the sleeping arrangements had changed…. We booked this mainly because it’s the only place we could find with 3 beds in one room so much to our surprise last minute notification of this messed up our sleeping plans. Also in the pictures it shows beach access right across the road but also much to our suprise when we got there there was no beach access we had to walk/drive a good ways up the stip to get to the beach. Granted it is understandable that the hurricane washed this away but it would have been nice to know prior to getting there so we could plan accordjngly ahead of time. The cleanliness could have been better because under the beds and couch u could tell hadn’t been cleaned very well. In the second bedroom one of the outlets was busted which could have been more of a hazard with smaller kids. The place is decent just not what we were expecting by the pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Lauren, we regret any inconvenience caused by the change in sleeping arrangements, which were part of upgrades being done to the home. Additionally, we're sorry that the listing did not match your expectations. It has been updated to reflect the beach access update, noting that the condo is located just across the street from the ocean-- approximately 60 feet away. Due to recent coastal erosion, guests can now use nearby access points, with details provided in the listing and a virtual tour available in the listing. We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding. The housekeeping team has been informed of any cleanliness details missed and we thank you for bringing this to our attention. We look forward to hosting you again for an even better experience!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeanelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Decent place with a great location. The listing description was accurate in regard to beach access not being directly across the street, but within 100 feet & an easy walk. The town is cute, but many things are extremely overpriced (50 to park for the day by the small boardwalk).The unit is up 3 short flights of stairs which does make getting luggage upstairs difficult without an elevator, but it was noted that the unit was on floor 2. Our biggest issue with the property was parking. While parking passes are provided, the parking availability was slim & many units in the building had guests that didn’t have parking passes. These guests took our parking spot every night we were there so we had to keep the golf cart out in the rain. We also could not fit our truck under the building. The inability to fit large vehicles in parking was not notated that I saw in the posting. Suggestions would be to get a better handle on parking, provide maps showing where the pool is or even what it looks like, & maps to where the trash cans outside are located. The pool & the trash can locations were left up to us to figure out exactly where they were. The dishwasher is old & completely worn out so we had to hand wash. Also the ceiling fans in every single room were about to fall out of the ceiling if you even touch them to turn them on.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and found the listing description to be accurate. It’s wonderful to know those aspects met your expectations. At the same time, we are sorry to hear about the challenges you experienced with parking availability, the absence of an elevator, and the unclear locations of the pool and trash cans. We also regret the inconvenience caused by the dishwasher and ceiling fans not working properly during your stay. Your comfort and ease are very important to us, and we apologize that these issues impacted your experience. Please know that we have shared your comments with our local team so we can address these concerns and improve the clarity of our information and the maintenance of the home. We truly appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us enhance our guests’ stays. We’d love the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Nice View!

Our stay was pretty good at this property. There were a few glitches so I'll first start with the positives: The home was very clean. The kitchen was beautiful. The beds and furniture were comfortable. The views from the condo are lovely. Miniature soaps, shampoos, etc. are provided. A set of towels was on each bed. The listing does not include a hair dryer as an amenity but there was one under a sink. Mediocre: The condo is oceanfront-ish. You have a lovely view but have to walk to the other side of the pier for access due to beach erosion. Not a huge deal but FYI. The smell in the stairwell is not awesome. Bathroom fixtures holding toilet paper are rusty and should be replaced. Negatives: The HVAC had a very hard time keeping up with the 100-degree temps. Our last night, it never got below 75 but the first night got to 71. We were strict about keeping all shades & curtains closed to help the situation. We even kept all ceiling fans on high. The ceiling fan in the bunk room is off balance and needs to be fixed or replaced. There are two total beach chairs, both which should be thrown away and replaced. They are tiny and rust-covered. All things considered, I would stay here again if some of these items are addressed. The property is managed by Vacasa & I could never get anyone to answer the phone (I accidentally left some clothes-totally my fault but someone answering the phone or responding to my message would be great customer service).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced during your stay with us. We appreciate your feedback regarding your stay, and this has been forwarded to our local operations manager to avoid future complaints. On the other hand, our local team were not able to find the item that you left in the home. We are so sorry for the this one and we do hope you will give us another chance to impress you in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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