At Sandstep, oceanfront living meets ultimate comfort. Enjoy the convenience of elevator access, a gas grill for outdoor gatherings and an outdoor shower after a day at the nearby public beach. Take in panoramic views from your private balcony or unwind by the shared pool.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18299 sq m
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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø
Reasons You Will Love Sandstep:
* Oceanfront Duplex, Steps to Public Beach
* Ocean Views from Multiple Balconies
* Great for Large Groups and Families - Plenty of Parking
* Boardwalk to the Beach
* Shared Pool and Gas Grill
* Professionally Managed
*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*
**Sandstep is the top 2 floors of this duplex (upper and lower) and, as such, some amenities will be shared between both sides of the property.
This spacious oceanfront duplex offers a perfect getaway with complimentary Wi-Fi, and central air. Located just steps from the public beach, it features a shared pool with two other units, an outdoor shower, and parking for up to four cars. Guests can enjoy grilling on the gas grill or dining on the deck, which offers seating for four and ocean views. Families are well-accommodated with a high chair and booster seat available.
The third-floor kitchen and dining area boast a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, including a refrigerator, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, and more. The large dining table seats 10, with additional seating for 5 at the kitchen bar. The adjacent living room offers seating for 11, with entertainment options like a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, Roku, and various books and games. The third-floor laundry area is equipped with a high-efficiency washer and dryer for added convenience.
The second floor features two ocean-view master suites, each with a king bed, private bathroom with a large tub and stand-up shower, and shared balcony access. Additional bedrooms include two queen beds with deck access, a room with two bunk beds, and two more bedrooms with king beds on the third floor. All bedrooms come with flat-screen TVs, ceiling fans, and alarm clocks, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone.
The Bed Setup:
2nd Floor Master Suite #1: King Bed with Balcony Access and Ocean Views Master Suite #2: King Bed with Balcony Access and Ocean Views Guest Bedroom #1: Two Queen Beds with Deck Access Guest Bedroom #2: Two Twin-over-Full Bunkbeds
3rd Floor Guest Bedroom #3: King Bed Guest Bedroom #4: King Bed
**The Pool is managed by the HOA's Pool Owners Association and is open from May 1st (weather depending) until September 30th each year.
Area Attractions:
Carolina Beach is a perfect family-friendly destination with a variety of attractions to keep everyone entertained. Families can stroll along the lively Carolina Beach Boardwalk with its rides, games, and local shops, or explore nature at Carolina Beach State Park, home to hiking trails and rare Venus flytraps. Nearby, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers interactive exhibits that kids will love, while Freeman Park provides beach access for fishing, swimming, and camping. Don't miss the historic Kure Beach Pier for fishing and ocean views, or relax at Carolina Beach Lake Park with paddleboats and playgrounds. For active fun, Tony Silvagni Surf School offers surf lessons for all ages. Carolina Beach has something for every family member to enjoy!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Massage
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
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
About the area
Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
Is š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø located?
Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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š£Sandstepš£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillāļø Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The beach location and view were lovely. However, we rented this property for a family, for an 80th birthday. And we had one person on crutches who couldn't climb stairs. The property was advertised as one that was appropriate for a large group, and that had an elevator. The elevator didn't work when we arrived. It took over 24 hours to get that sorted and was pretty clear it had not been checked prior to our arrival. The house was not stocked for a large group - it had silverware and glassware for 6-8 people, tops. Carolina Beach Realty was great in going out to purchase what we needed. 3 lightbulbs out when we arrived. Again, Carolina Beach Realty fixed them on our second day, but someone should have caught this prior to our arrival. And the house was pretty dirty. Dirty toilets, cobwebs - as if it hadn't been really cleaned in a month.
My family and I stayed from 9/13/25 to 9/20/25. The house was clean and had plenty of room. There were 9 of us total that stayed, the view was great and easy access to the beach. Everything we needed was close by for dining and shopping. The only issue I had was the elevator. I had 3 elderly relatives and one with MS who could not go stairs. The day before we left the elevator completely stop working, unfortunately my niece was in the elevator when in stopped working. She was in there for about 45 minutes until maintenance could get her out. So not only we had that issue the 3 elderly people and my friend that had MS had a very difficult time doing the stairs. I did reach out to the reality company in regards to this issue but got no response. It realy caused some distress for the last day getting everything out of the house and having to help the people with disabilities. Everything else was good.
The property had a great view. I am glad the Elevators was working, to get the kitchen on the 3rd floor. If they can just change the carpets to make the property better. Just one little irritation was that the dishwasher was full of clean load. We could not use it because it was full. Other wise when the ax broke down someone came with in an hour to fix it
The house was as listed, and we had a great time, a great location
The property was great, great view of the ocean from the desk, the house was clean, and the beds was comfortable. If I was ever to visit Carline Beach again, I would definitely choose this place
This house was amazing- the space, the views, the pool and the oceanfront location! all top notch. I had to call maintenance once and they responded extremely quickly to fix the issue. Loved the place so much, we are renting it again next summer!
Had a mini family reunion celebrating my daughter's graduation from UNCW. The house was perfectly appointed and could not be in a better location. There are a lot of stairs and the elevator was out while we were there.
Dan L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Deanna S.
17 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Donāt rent this place needing and expecting an elevator for āease of accessā as described. It didnāt work at all the whole time and we had two very mobility challenged guests, one of those two was a 95 yr old veteran who uses oxygen and a walker, plus two other guests in their 80ās. It was very challenging to have them navigate three flights of stairs daily with assistance! Then to top it off, one of the ocean facing bedroom bathroomās had electrical issues where lights crackled and power went out on that side of those rooms. Not an enjoyable stay for me during our daughterās graduation and having to deal with the lack of communication, being told Friday the elevator was going to be fixed Saturday morning and it not only wasnāt but we werenāt contacted until I got a text two minutes before their office closed for the weekend. Disappointed in how it was all handled is an understatement.
This was a great condo with very responsive management. Great beds and decor. Plenty of space for a large family. Wonderful pool. Had an extra refrigerator which was awesome! Elevator was very handy, but not great for those with claustrophobia.
We could feel the building sway a bit, but maybe that is normal with a building this tall. I would definitely stay here again.
LOVED! Very clean, big rooms. The stairs could have been cleaner. The elevator was broken during our stay so that wasnāt very fun but we were notified way beforehand and it didnāt stop us from having a great time! Highly recommend this house!!
The house was wonderful. Laid out well for our 10 adults, 6 kids, and baby. Rooms are spacious and clean. We really liked this house and only had 2 issues. AC went out for 22hours and felt like it could have been resolved quicker, but that's partial fault of property mgt company and the owner only allows one service company. It got HOT! Only other issue was the pool - it's shared and whatever house shared it with us must have told all their friends because it the people in it had to be from multiple houses. Little crowded at times but worth being beach front with a pool.
Allison P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Juliana S.
17 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Property needs some major TLC!
The pictures are super deceiving. Donāt get me wrong, the area and beach access is amazing. We loved waking up and being able to watch dolphins from our balcony. However, this property needs some major help. Broken elevator, kitchen cabinets falling off, floors turning our kids feet black, broken dryer door, squealing shower heads, the central air not shutting off and freezing the one room, trash left under the couches from the previous renter. Paint pealing by the stairs, coffee stains on the carpet. Iām not sure a cleaning company even came between us and the previous person. We definitely left it cleaner than how we found it when we left.
This unit was selected because it had an elevator. By the time we were informed that the elevator would not be repaired other rentals were not available. We were told that money would be refunded due to this issue, and when we asked how much no one would provide a number. A refund of $500 is 4%. That is not sufficient for the lack of elevator, dirty condition, & disrepair of the unit.
Upon entering the property we were surprised by the lack of upkeep. The handrails were dirty & sticky. The base boards & hallway carpeting were matted with dirt. Toeshoe molding had been removed & the baseboards were not repainted. The door to the porch was grimy and missing paint. The tub upstairs does not drain, their was mold on the shower curtain, dirt on the kitchen chairs. All of the pool chairs were missing straps and there was mold on each one.
The required ātowelā package is cheap, thin, rough dorm level towels.
The decor can only be characterized as institutionalized. All the walls are painted white, bedding is white, shower curtains are white, etc. It feels cheap. Chairs are covered with cheap slipcovers, the main bedroom is missing a sitting chair, wall art is random. The paint job does not look professional-there are drips & areas missing paint. The renovation that was done is a downgrade. A luxury beachfront rental should have high end furnishings and the appearance of professional decorating. This unit does not.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tiffini R.
3 Nov 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Ross Family Getaway
Needed more attention in the bathrooms and stairwells. Wasnāt clean enough. The shower curtains were dirty. I sprayed bathroom cleaner on them and ran water and the dirt came off. So if it was cleaned better that wouldnāt be a problem The rooms and kitchen were very clean. Except the pillows they need to be replaced. Thank goodness for the linen being cleaned thoroughly. The views of the ocean are amazing.. so would stay here again just be prepared to clean before you get comfortable. Itās a little over priced especially with the cost for cleaning added. Overall it was a good stay as it was all about family.
Tiffini R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jerry C.
1 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Sandstep 2
Property management was poor no communication when we arrived at 4pm house had not been cleaned. After calling at 5pm cleaning crew arrived at 615pm finished around 720pm
Property needs some work: 2nd floor would not cool down below 75 fans in all bedrooms so must be a known issue.
Power outlets at carport did not work so we had no place to plug in golfcart.