Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit!

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A balcony with a table and a lounge chair, overlooking a residential area with houses.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a white fence, and adjacent to multi-story buildings with balconies.
Interior | Single-Story Apartment | 2nd-Floor Unit | Central Heating & A/C
A living room with a beige sectional sofa, a patterned rug, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a patterned sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carolina Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

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About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this apartment is near the beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina and Carolina Beach Arcade. Ready for a night out? Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and 42nd Street Tavern.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Freeman Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit!?

As of 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit! on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,334, 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 Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Ocean: Water-View Carolina Beach Unit! located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Freeman Park. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed several times at this condo and will continue to book there. Place has everything you need, quiet beach close by. Pool is well kept
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip, Host was great to deal with. House was clean, comfortable and easy short walk to beach. Coupld see beach and local fireworks from the balcony. Would love stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well done, pretty place, we loved .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo, perfect location. SO happy we found it. Made my daughter's birthday perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as advertised and photos are spot on. Good and easy covered parking. Short walk to beach and pier. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

We had a wonderful time, great location to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
From the Owner: "Hi Heather, really pleased that you all enjoyed yourselves. Hopefully, we will see you again sometime."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Has everything you need
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun get away

Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Location to beach was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, just steps to the beach!! Beautiful big balcony to enjoy in the mornings and evenings. We did have a couple of issues however: 1. Sounds from the upstairs unit was disruptive at times, running up and down the hallways late PM/early AM 2. Plumbing issues-sewage water from the unit above us flooded both bathrooms of the unit. All of our stuff in the bathrooms had to be thrown away and not reimbursed. Appreciate the responsiveness of the property manager in dealing with it quickly. And I understand things happen that you cannot predict, but we it could have been dealt with better from a customer care standpoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you! We're so glad the beach access and balcony were highlights for you. We're also very sorry for the noise from upstairs and especially for the plumbing issue that affected your bathrooms. Even when situations are out of our control, we want guests to feel fully cared for, and it’s clear we fell short. We appreciate you acknowledging our manager’s quick action, and your feedback will help us improve how we support guests during unexpected events.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful apartment with great views

Our family had a wonderful experience. The apartment is beautifully decorated and the view from the deck is amazing. The owner even stocked the bathrooms with body wash, shampoo and conditioner as well as feminine products, and toothbrushes. We will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
From the owner: "Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a great review, it is very much appreciated. Hope to see you again."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sr Beach Trip

I came with 5 girls celebrating Graduation. We had a great time! I was "House Mom" for the trip! Great access to the beach. Decent kitchenware, Clean, Plenty of Towels and wash cloths. The pool was nice and clean. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable Place Close to the Beach

The deck with a small ocean view is the star of this delightful three-bedroom condo. The well-equipped kitchen was pleasant to work in and the big table was fun to play cards at.The living room furniture was very comfortable, as were the big beds in two of the two bedrooms. Bunk beds are best left to kids, but as a tall adult, no surprise, I wasn't super comfortable in the bunk beds.The beach is across the road and up a small sandy dune.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
From the owner: "Glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again soon."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay in Carolina Beach!

This condo was perfect for our family of 7, my family and my sister and her kids. It was steps from the beach, the common areas were spacious and there was plenty of space to spread out. The condo is in a great location, near lots of restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. The boardwalk is about a mile away, it was walkable, but it was about a 30 min walk and there isn’t a sidewalk for most of it. We also walked down the beach from the condo to the boardwalk, that was a nice leisurely walk. I only have one small complaint, the bathrooms are very small. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here and we absolutely fell in love with Carolina Beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

This property was perfect for our family trip, exactly as listed and the pictures don’t lie. Literally across the street from the beach entrance, parking was easy, everything we needed was in the condo. We loved the patio and being able to see the ocean while hanging out. Plenty of room for our group of 7 and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The pool was not crowded at all and was great for after a long day at the beach to cool off before going up to the condo. Check in and out was super easy. The only negative was that we could hear the upstairs neighbors at all hours of the night- there were children that would run up and down the hallway- I addressed this with the owner and they were very quick to remedy this with the HOA- I hated even complaining because everything else was 100% perfect but since we could hear them running at 1am I had to mention it, but the property owner was very helpful and quick to respond. Highly recommended this beautiful location if you want to be close to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice Place with a few issues

The apartment is in a very good location close to the beach. We did have a few issues during our stay. The worst one was of no fault of the owner, but I guess you always take a risk when you rent with people above and below you. The people above us were extremely noisy. They sounded like a pack of wild animals at times. They allowed their children to run from one end of the apartment every morning stomping at about 6:40 am. We complained several times. It did get a little better, but it still continued. The Wifi at the apartment has a connection issue. We had to work on the TV and router constantly. I finally just started using a hot spot on my phone to use my laptop. The shower control knob in the master bath is about to break and it needs to be replaced. We got through the week with it, but the handle that you use to turn it on and off with is in very bad shape. Lastly, the two frying pans that are there need to be thrown away. The pool was nice and clean. Nice place. Just needs these issues taken care of. Our owner liaison was very nice and helpful during our stay. She tried her best to e accommodate us. I don't usually complain, but I felt that these things needed to be taken care of for the next person that spends nearly $4000.00 for their family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Hi Kyle, thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the location and appreciated the clean pool and assistance from the owner liaison. After discussing your comments with the homeowner, they wanted to address the following:-We’re sorry to hear about the noise from the upstairs neighbors. Unfortunately, noise in multi-unit buildings can be unpredictable, but we understand how disruptive this was to your stay.-The Wi-Fi and TV connection issues have been noted, and we’ll be looking into improving the stability of the network so that future guests can enjoy a more reliable experience.-The shower control knob in the master bath is being replaced to prevent any further issues.-We’ll also be replacing the worn frying pans to ensure the kitchen is fully equipped for future guests.Thank you again for bringing these concerns to our attention. We’re committed to making improvements based on your feedback, and we hope you’ll consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider staying here again. The unit was clean, well-stocked with the essentials, and the host was responsive and easy to communicate with throughout our stay.The location is excellent—just a quick walk across the street to the beach. This part of the beach had life guards. It was a great fit for our group of seven (4 adults and 3 kids), with plenty of space for everyone to spread out comfortably.One thing to be aware of is that we could hear noise from the unit above, which has also been mentioned in other reviews. It wasn’t a dealbreaker for us, but it’s something to prepare for.The kitchen includes both a Mr. Coffee coffee maker and a Keurig, which was a nice convenience. The unit also provided one bath towel and one washcloth per guest based on the maximum occupancy. Be sure to bring your own beach towels, and if you have them, beach chairs and a wagon are worth bringing to make trips to the beach even easier. But it’s an easy enough walk if you don’t have a wagon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow wow wow. What a great location and place to call home for the weekend. It truly is just steps from the beach. The pool is nice and quiet and the condo itself is well stocked and comfortable for a family. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We picked this place because it had plenty of seating for our family, including an outdoor table on a covered patio with a view of the beach. We ate every meal outside, even when it rained. Kitchen is well equipped and the cabinets are labeled so there's no guessing where things are at. It was away from town so it was quiet at night and not a lot of traffic, but close enough to town when we wanted to shop and eat out. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
I’m glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon. Thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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