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Just 3 blocks from the boardwalk, this beachfront duplex offers a tranquil retreat. With an elevator and private beach access, you can effortlessly enjoy your ocean-facing living area with plenty of space to unwind.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat

Summary:
This beachfront spacious duplex is located 3 blocks from the boardwalk and walking distance to the marina. This home features 3 large bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, hardwood floors, custom tiled baths/showers, and a master Jacuzzi. The ocean facing living area provides breathtaking views and plenty of space to comfortably host all of your guests. Additionally, for your convenience, there is an elevator and a private beach access.

The Space:
This is a duplex. This unit is completely separate and private from the lower unit and is half the 2nd and the whole 3rd floor

The Neighborhood:
Ocean front duplex with shared private beach access with other unit. Close to everything, yet in a residential area that is mix of full time residents and vacationers.

Getting Around:
- Free parking at condo for 3 cars in tandem

-Walk, bike, public parking at beaches and in town

-Bike and golf cart rentals are available on the island- let our Going Coastal team know if you need any recommendations.

-Uber cars and taxi's are also available

Other Things to Note:
We also supply the following for each property:
A starter kit of one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, one roll of paper towels, a trash bag, and dish soap. We also supply laundered bed linens, comforters, and 1 bathing towel and wash cloth per person. We do not supply any beach gear or beach towel. We have great rental companies on the island we would be more than happy to share the info with you. We also do not supply laundry detergent, body soap or shampoo/conditioner as we find everyone has their own preferences for these =) Please review our house rules prior to your stay

There is a Beach re-nourishment done in Carolina and Kure beach every 3 years. This helps to keep our beaches safe from erosion. Please note that we have no control over this project and that it is normally concluded by May, but there is a possibility of delays.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

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    1 min walk - 0.2 km
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    Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • CC8GTX Boardwalk on Fly Trap Trail at Carolina Beach State Park, south of Wilmington, North Carolina, AGPix_0637
    Carolina Beach State Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Island Burgers And Bites
    10 min walk
  • Nollie's Taco Joint
    12 min walk
  • The Sandspur
    4 min walk
  • Crush & Grind
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 10 minutes.

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Saltwater Shores, A Beachfront Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

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

Highly Recommend!

Beautiful property, very clean, amazing view of the ocean! The property manager was very attentive and kind. Lots of space for our family to enjoy the weekend together. The beds were very comfortable. We will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Fantastic property

The property is as beautiful as the picture depict. Location is wonderful - easy access to the beach and short walk to the boardwalk area. Kitchen is well stocked for making meals at 'home' after a fun day on the beach. Can watch the Thursday night fireworks from the deck. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful views. Home was as advertised. Walking distance to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

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

Lovely Vacation!

This home is amazing! It’s right on the beach, beautiful views, close to shops and restaurants, absolutely perfect. We had a group of 8, and all were comfortable. I think 1 thing that sets this home above others is the king sized beds, that are actually comfortable! There were plenty of blankets and pillows for all. There was room at the dining room table for 8, which was also great. You could definitely tell this home is a ‘luxury’ home. The only suggestions that I would have is to provide a broom and dustpan. There was a vacuum, but sometimes you just need a broom. I would also recommend bringing a few towels of your own as there are no beach towels provided. We were only provided 6 towels and should have had 8. Admittedly we did not contact the host for extras as we had extras so it wasn’t needed. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Paradise

Rating Details: 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: This was an absolutely beautiful home! Views were just amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a beautiful house with awesome views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from this property are amazing! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Vacation

Great vacation and great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey w.

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

Great house and location

The house was great, it was very clean, very nice furnishings and amenities. Great location, ocean front with amazing views and very short walk to the boardwalk. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great unit. As always the beaches of Carolina Beach and Kure beach are unbelievable. Water for much of stay was mid 80s like bathwater and just right wave action. We usually stay a little more south toward Kure beach where the beach is a little more sparse but there were no issues at beach here and it was closer to town and walking distance to restaurants. Would def rent again. Highly recommeded.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H., Charlotte, USA

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

Fabulous

Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Meridith P.

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

Quick stay

There was sand in all the showers. Hair all over the floors. They did offer to send the cleaning crew but we were only staying for a couple of days and didn’t want to have to plan around that. Convenient location and beautiful views of the beach. For the price every thing but the cleanliness was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this property September 14 -19, though it was off season, most places were open. This was our 1st stay at Carolina Beach and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The area had so much to offer within walking distance of the house. Within less than a10 minute walk we could reach more than a dozen restaurants/bars and the board walk was only 5 minutes from the house. One of our favorite things in the area was Lake Park that surrounded a lake. The entry was only a couple of blocks from the house and each morning we could circle the lake a couple of times and enjoy some morning exercise. The house was everything it was advertised to be. It is located right on the beach and access to the ocean was easy. It was spacious, comfortable, very clean, and had a beautiful view of the ocean. We had the upper floor, so our view was spectacular. It was 52 steps up to the front door, but the elevator worked well so hauling luggage and groceries was quite easy. We would highly recommend this home to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Pure paradise

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: This was the most organized, clean beach house I’ve ever stayed in. The location is perfect and the attention to details within the home were amazing. The ocean view from the main balcony and the bedroom balcony were spectacular! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook. The beds were incredibly comfortable and we enjoyed every second of our vacation! Thank you for making your home such a lovely & clean palace!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024