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Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access

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Walkway to the beach from The Carolina Kraken
Aerial view of the deep blue ocean!
Spacious dining/living combo
Dining area with enough space for everyone
With enough seating for the whole gang to enjoy a meal together

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Kitchen/Dining/Living Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Second Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access

The Carolina Kraken is a cozy top-level oceanfront condo in the heart of Carolina Beach.

Enjoy all the island life has to offer at this well-appointed oceanfront condo located on the top floor of the popular Sands IV condos. Community amenities available include a 3 ft. deep saltwater splash pool, direct beach access, outdoor showers, and an oceanfront grilling area. The Carolina Kraken is conveniently located just walking distance to the boardwalk, the beach, shops, restaurants, the marina, and the Carolina Beach Lake Park.

This convenient getaway is fully equipped for all of your vacation needs. Enjoy an open floor plan with views of the ocean from the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The King suite also offers incredible views of the ocean and has a private bathroom, smart streaming TV, and private access to the oceanfront deck. The second bedroom offers two twin beds, a smart streaming TV, and shared access to the second bathroom. For convenience, the sofa in the living room pulls out into a Queen-sized bed. The kitchen has recently updated appliances and counters making preparing large meals easy. The large oceanfront deck offers plenty of seating and is the perfect place to relax and catch the sunrise or take in the ocean breeze throughout your stay!

Summer activities on the boardwalk and at the lake all summer long include fireworks, free movies, concerts, festivals, and more.

Parking instructions:
2 Parking passes provided. To avoid towing, please have a completed parking pass visible in your windshield. If parked in, see the parking pass of the blocking car for their contact information Each unit has two spaces. Golf carts and trailers count. No additional parking passes can be provided due to strict HOA rules and regulations. Any additional vehicles must park in paid public parking.

**INCLUDED: WIFI, fully stocked kitchen, paper goods, and ALL linens, including all bedding + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of renting them separately ($200-300+ value)! When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available.

You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

Please notify our office if you're planning to bring a pet as the following pet policy will apply: A maximum of 2 pets are permitted. ONLY DOGS ARE ALLOWED. The pet fee is $250 plus tax per pet. No dogs are allowed without prior approval and payment of a non-refundable pet fee, per pet. Undisclosed dogs will incur a minimum $300 fine plus tax. Violation of our 2-pet maximum policy will incur a minimum of $300 plus tax charge, per pet, plus the tenant will be in material breach of the lease, and grounds for eviction will apply. The pet must be removed from the premises immediately, and your reservation may be canceled with no refund given.

**Please note:  All service animals & emotional support animals must be disclosed at the time of booking to allow the agent to collect records and documentation to support the request in accordance with all state and federal laws. A pet fee will NOT be charged for true Service Animals.**

From April 1st – Sept. 30, dogs are allowed on the beach before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm. No dogs are allowed on the beach between 9:00 am -5:00 pm. From October 1st – May 31st, dogs are allowed on the beach at any time.

Sea Scape requires that all reservations have a signed rental agreement that will be sent to you via text message after booking. Once you've booked your stay, you will have 48 hrs. to complete the rental agreement to confirm your stay. Sea Scape reserves the right to cancel your booking if the rental agreement is not completed within 48hrs.

Booking a vacation rental can be stressful! Our goal is to make the process as easy as possible for our guests and to provide excellent customer service every time. Please contact us with specific requests, and we'll do our best to help!

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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

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9461107
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure 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. Snorkelling and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kate's Pancake House - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access?

As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access on 22 Jan 2027 start from AU$617, 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 Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Oceanfront Condo with Ocean Views,Community Pool and Beach Access located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo was as advertised. It is perfect for 4-5 people and a pet. It is clean, well-stocked and well-appointed and it has a great balcony with a million-dollar view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the great location and amazing ocean views. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

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

Great Easter Getaway

Nothing beats the view and location of this condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Dacy S.

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

Winter Beach vacay

Great view . Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable bed
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kera M.

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

Great Location

Very close to shooing and food. Beautiful beach view, the place and the property management company were nice. Make sure to bring your own beach chairs as the ones available are in need of replacing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2025
Kera, we appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful beach view and the overall home. We look forward to your next stay with us!
Verified

8/10 Good

cesar L.

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

Everything was very good

So good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay, Cesar!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Wonderful vacation rental!

The Kraken was a great rental condo. We were amazed by all of the "extras" that were already there - from kitchen supplies to beach chairs & tons of beach towels! We loved the location - close to both the boardwalk (but far enough away to avoid the crowds) and the lake (a great place to walk our dog). The view from the deck was perfect. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2020
Thanks for the review, Tom! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Fantastic location

Perfect beachfront view and deck, well worth climbing the three flights of stairs. Nicely furnished and the space was very comfortable for a family of four. Cooking in or eating out are both great options due to the size of the kitchen and location of the condo. Great family get away , easy to reserve and good response from Seascape with any issues
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2021
Thank you for the wonderful review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Kraken

Awesome condo and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Mr.

Very nice Place, ocean view...etc
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for the review!
Verified

6/10 Okay

William B C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
View is spectacular, enough appliances in fair condition. Upon our arrival, bathroom weren’t clean, kitchen pantries dirty with strong smell, had to wash dishes and silverware before use for first rime. Seats in dinner table had food and stain, after reported took two days to someone to clean but stains were barely removed. Parking space was another issue, it's not designed space per unit so was necessary to be in constantly communicating with others guests to swap space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori R.

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

Ocean views

Property was clean, and exactly as advertised. Check in and out was smooth, questions were answered promptly and best of all we were able to bring our fur babies. Parking was a little tricky but we didn't have any issues. Lots of stairs and there is no elevator. Not an issue for us but something to consider is carrying supplies and luggage up multiple flights. Overall an outstanding location with an incredible view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Lori, thank you for the wonderful review of The Carolina Kraken. We're delighted to hear that the accommodations met your expectations and that you enjoyed the convenience of bringing your furry companions. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another beach getaway soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Penny J.

Absolutely Beautiful Oceanfront Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came for the peace and serenity of the ocean in winter, but we got so much more. This condo is bright, clean, modern, beautifully appointed, and better equipped than any property I've stay in before. They thought of everything! I hope to return, and highly recommend this property. Seascape was excellent to deal with as well (Thanks, Tracey).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2021
Thank you for such a fantastic review and the kind comments regarding our staff! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Angela S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Left a lot to be desired

Upon entering the condo we were “welcomed” by a roach. Although the unit was just cleaned, it seemed is that it may have just been a wipe down as opposed to a deep clean for new renters. The unit smelled musty. We found several areas where black mold was present, specifically at the vent under the dining area table and inside the front door. The air conditioning returns are corroded and filthy and obviously need some attention. The parking was another huge inconvenience. As the units do not have assigned spaces, we were consistently contacted by other renters in the building to move our cars.If you’re leaving the unit for any extended period of time,, and parked behind someone, you will be contacted to move your car in order for that person to get out. There should also be more than one key for the beach and pool access. Another huge inconvenience when everyone doesn’t leave the unit and go down to the beach/pool at the same time, we were walking back and forth to let others out onto the beach. Although the unit is oceanfront and does have great views, it left a lot to be desired. The property mgmt group were very responsive and accommodating to our late check out request. But when all said and done, we would definitely not stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Angela, thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent stay. We regret to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We take all guest concerns seriously and will investigate the issues you have raised, such as the cleanliness, and maintenance issues. We understand the parking and key challenges and will be sure to bring this feedback to the attention of the HOA so we can work on a better solution. Please know that we are committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all our guests. We appreciate your patience and understanding and hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to host you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

The View

The condo is in a perfect location. It was very clean and well stocked. Although it wasn’t fun hauling luggage up 3 flights of stairs, the view is totally worth it!! We would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

It wasn't clean. The dishwasher leaked. Thecmain bathtub was clogged and all the stairs w/a baby!

I wouldn't rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2021
Thank you for your feedback Amanda. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and are sorry to hear your stay was anything less than perfect. Since your stay, the dishwasher has been repaired. Someone from our office will be reaching out to you to discuss the cleaning issues you ran into and we hope to host you again in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilona S.

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

Perfect!

If you don't mind climbing up the stairs, you're rewarded by a nicely furnished place, with ocean view from the master bedroom and even a king size bed! Pet friendly, location is ideal for dog owners as you can walk around the nearby Carolina Lake. highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Milos first beach trip

Great place with a wonderful view!! Did not like the steps but everything else was super
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Coffee/wine overlooking ocean- Fabulous

Condo had everything and more. Very clean, spacious, fully equipped kitchen, linens, towels, beach towels. Couldn't ask for more. Very nicely decorated. We were beyond pleased with condo. Our only problem was the parking under building. While we realize that is only place to park, we were told 2 spaces allowed and to pull all the way up. You leave your phone number on dashboard in case someone pulls behind your car. We were blocked in, (missed dinner reservations) because it took almost one hour for that person to answer us. Clearly, this system doesn't work. I highly recommend this condo, but, be aware of parking situation. It is 3rd floor, with lots of steps, so if any health problems might not be best choice for you. The beach is lovely. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Well-appointed, nicely located property

We had a wonderful stay. The apartment is well appointed and nice looking. The deck has a beautiful view and great furniture. The walk to the beach is easy and there are water stations to wash your feet when you come back. (No outside showers.) My only complaint is that you cannot control the AC (it is set in a range of 6x - 74, which means it is at 74 the entire time). Overall, however, a great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana N.

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

Beautiful place near the beach

we had a wonderful stay at this property. It has everything you need and more. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
Thank you for the review! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi W.

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

Kraken... by Seascape properties!

Place was awesome, nicely decorated... great view!!! Only negative was the sand in garage area.. I’m sure due to recent hurricane... difficult to keep sand out of condo though when it’s not cleaned out of garages or steps.... other than that location was awesome, seascape property managers were awesome!!! Hope to come back next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2020
Aw! We think you are awesome too! Thank you for the review, we look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrie T.

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

Awesome view and location!

Renting this property was so easy. The information provided helped make an easy check in and check out process. And the property agents were so quick to answer any questions we had. Thanks so much for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rental experience was great. They fixed any issue we had promptly.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2020
Thank you for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kimberly g.

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

Fantastic!

Beautiful, comfy beds and towels, can’t get a better view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Awesome property - would rent again.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were pleasantly surprised by our rental. It had everything we needed and we loved being ocean front. Sea Scape Properties was awesome to deal with. This was our first time staying at Carolina Beach and really fell in love with it. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

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