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Hamlet Hideout
This quaint and cozy remodeled one bedroom apartment has all the amenities you to need chill out at the beach. A perfect weekend getaway where you can enjoy your morning coffee on the peaceful back patio, relax then take a short 7 minute walk to the beach, boardwalk, and restaurants. There's an outdoor shower, parking for 2 cars, washer/dryer, and a sleep number mattress to ensure that your stay is as comfortable as possible. Pets are allowed on a case by case basis. Available as a winter rental

BeachFront w/Amazing Ocean Views, Cozy & Intimate
Welcome to Surfs Edge Villas! This bright, intimate condo, provides amazing panoramic ocean views. The personal oceanfront retreat, perfectly positioned on Carolina Beach just steps from the lively downtown district offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with private and easy access to the sand and surf and parking. Cozy, quaint, clean, personal Oceanfront getaway! Chill on the balcony and Watch ocean changes any time of day. Relax in the open concept living/dining/kitchen areas All ocean views

Surf4life Oceanfront Beach Cottage
One of the last few Direct Oceanfront beach cottages left in CB. Great for small families. Sit on the front porch and watch waves or a beautiful sun rise. This home was owned by the same family for 50 years! While the cottage is small, it offers an excellent beach retreat that is reminiscent of simpler times. Excellent beach and surf break in front of home which is only 100 yards from the Tiki bar! There is also a private beach directly in front of the house. A beach experience like no other!

Rise and Shine! Beach, pool, & amazing views!
Welcome to RISE AND SHINE at Oak Island Beach Villas! Fabulous location on tranquil Caswell Beach. Close to amazing food, the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse, and top rated golf yet you feel the peaceful vibe of being on the east end of the island. Steps from the beach with breathtaking views, this beautifully decorated condo features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and sleeps 5-6. Choose a short walk to the pool (seasonal) or simply relax on the private balcony listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean.

Beach Sol Oceanfront w/pool & private beach access
Welcome to Beach Sol at Sea Colony! This second floor condo offers all the comforts of home and an ocean view that will take your breath away! From the balcony, you can see spectacular sunrises, watch dolphins playing & pelicans in flight. During peak season you can enjoy a full fireworks display every Thursday night. Centrally located, it's a five minute walk to the Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, and a short distance to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Kure Beach Pier & NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Porch, Parking
Charming Carolina Beach Cottage – Walk to Beach, Boardwalk & More! This upgraded 1900s cottage is in the heart of Carolina Beach—just 2 blocks from the ocean, boardwalk, restaurants, and shops. Central to all things CB, yet tucked on a quiet street. Unwind on the breezy front porch, then explore local favorites or take a short drive to Fort Fisher, the aquarium, or downtown Wilmington. We love this home and the easygoing CB vibe—and we hope you’ll feel like a local the moment you arrive.

Coastal Cottage, Sleeps 6, Walk to Ocean, Pets Ok!
Welcome to our charming coastal cottage in the heart of Carolina Beach! Located a short walk to the sandy shores, the lively boardwalk and local restaurants and coffee shops, this thoughtfully designed retreat captures the laid back coastal vibe and inviting charm the area is known for! With its relaxing interior, fenced in backyard and modern conveniences, this space offers the perfect blend of comfort and beachside character creating an inspiring escape for your next beach getaway!

The Coastal Coconut: Beautiful Ocean View Condo
This spectacular ocean view condo with top notch 2022 renovations is just steps from the beach. Be swept away by the view of the rolling waves, whitecaps, and the OKI Pier as you relax and enjoy a beverage on the balcony. You will also be treated to a breathtaking sunset as the colors change each minute across the sky. Retire to the living room and rest your tired feet on a comfy sectional sofa as you interact with others in an aesthetically pleasing open floorplan setting.

Charming beach getaway
Stone’s Throw is a cozy beach hideaway just a 1 min walk to a stunning beach. Boasting a private, covered, front patio - perfect for morning coffee or a cool drink after a day at the beach, a table and four chairs at the privacy fenced side yard and a bright backyard for BBQ activity! Walk to a wide variety of shops and restaurants, including Pleasure Island's favorite Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar! This property is a duplex and this is the lower unit.

Charming 1BR in Carolina Beach| 75 Steps to Beach
Welcome to your coastal-chic retreat—just 75 steps from beach access (Yes! We counted!). Perfect for a romantic escape, solo recharge, or beach weekend with a friend, this private 1BR suite blends comfort, style, and location. Enjoy morning walks on the sand, sunset cocktails at the Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, and cozy nights in your freshly furnished suite—all without moving your car. Everything you need for a carefree Carolina Beach getaway.

Oceanfront Paradise 1BR condo in Kure Beach
Beautiful oceanfront three bedroom beach condo with spectacular ocean views. This is an end unit, which means natural light and the best view on the island. The spacious deck offers a place to enjoy gorgeous ocean views while sipping on your morning coffee or afternoon libation. The property has 4 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, hot tub, tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard and a workout room. Kure Beach offers activities for all ages.

Dual master, end unit condo with amazing views
Sit back and relax at our spacious 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath OCEAN front condo! Recently renovated and new stainless steel appliances for your perfect vacation getaway. This condo provides an incredible ocean view, comfortable living, and covered parking. Only a few minutes away from shopping, parks, and restaurants, there is plenty to see and explore.
Popular amenities for Wilmington Beach vacation rentals
Wilmington Beach, Carolina Beach beach places to stay

Carla's Cabana ~ Oceanfront, Balcony w/view & Pool

OCEANFRONT & ON the BOARDWALK! Unbelievable VIEWS

Beach vacation condo at Ft Fisher! Riggings

Oceanfront Third Floor Condo w/pool (Riggings E-3)

Newly Renovated Panoramic OCEANFRONT Views

Coral Surf C-1 2BR/2BTH, 240v ev & 110v outlet

La Vista - oceanfront condominium

Carolina Beach Boardwalk w/ Ocean & Marina View!
Other great vacation rentals in Wilmington Beach

Seaside Sunrise Sanctuary

Beach Paradise: 3BR w/ Hot Tub, Sauna & Fire Pit

A Wave From It All

SeaScape-Top Floor Ocean Views & Dips in the Pool!

PalmTreeHouse

Vintage Beach Bungalow Surf Shack

Seaside Vista! Oceanfront condo w/ heated pool

The Bungalow Loft
All about Wilmington Beach
Nestled along North Carolina’s southern coast, Wilmington Beach brims with breathtaking natural landscapes, historic architecture, and plenty of outdoor activities to keep your heart pumping. The lively Historic District sits in downtown Wilmington and embodies a small-town atmosphere with family-run local businesses. Lined with clothing boutiques, galleries, and Southern food restaurants, downtown Wilmington makes a great starting point for exploring the greater region. At the end of the Historic District, you’ll find the Riverwalk, equipped with a boardwalk that runs along the Cape Fear River. This spot is popular for wandering along the water and offers magnificent sunset views.
Wilmington Beach is well-known for its stunning sandy beaches, including Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, and Carolina Beach, where you can swim, surf, and stroll along the shoreline. Wilmington also provides a keen window into the area’s Victorian-era architecture, with three historic museums housed in 19th-century homes.
What are the top things to do in Wilmington Beach?
Airlie Gardens
The Airlie Gardens is a lush oasis encompassing 67 acres of seasonal blooms, majestic live oaks, a butterfly house, and walking trails that lead you through marshes and around ponds. As you meander through the gardens, you’ll encounter several historical statues and art structures. Airlie Gardens also offers opportunities to observe the area’s diverse birdlife, such as the great egrets, osprey, eastern bluebirds, and more. In summer, the garden hosts outdoor concerts and other events.
Wrightsville Beach
Just east of Wilmington is Wrightsville Beach, beloved for its surf swells, vast stretches of sandy beaches, beautiful blue water, and gorgeous views of the surrounding neighborhood. Make your way to Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier, an iconic landmark in the Wilmington area, expanding more than 1,200 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can admire the pier from a distance or pay a fee to walk along the boardwalk for sweeping views of the ocean.
Cameron Art Museum
Housed in a gleaming glass-and-steel building, the Cameron Art Museum shows off modern and contemporary art with rotating exhibitions featuring local, national, and international works across multiple mediums and forms. The museum also hosts special events throughout the year, including a live jazz concert series.
Destinations to explore
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Cherry Grove Point
- Kure Beach Pier
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Wrightsville Beach
- Cherry Grove Fishing Pier
- Surf City Pier
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Carolina Beach Lake Park
- Airlie Gardens
- Wrightsville Beach, NC
- Oak Island Lighthouse
- University of North Carolina Wilmington
- Carolina Beach State Park
- Bird Island
- Freeman Park
- Soundside Park
- La Belle Amie Vineyard
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Wilson Center At Cape Fear Community College
- Wilmington Riverwalk
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- St James Properties
- North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex




