On Pleasure Island, Templeton townhome in the Bluewater Complex is just eight blocks from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Unwind on one of three oceanfront balconies or take a short walk to shops and restaurants. With keyless entry, garage parking for two compact vehicles, this three-level townhouse has enough space for family gatherings.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk!
Our "Templeton" townhome is in the Bluewater Complex on Pleasure Island and only eight blocks south of the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. You will be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and an abundance of summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides, movie at the lake, and live music all at our legendary Carolina Beach Boardwalk.
Have fun in the sun while staying at this three-level, oceanfront townhouse! There are 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and enough space to accommodate the whole family. Enjoy your morning coffee and watching the sunrise from one of the three spacious oceanfront balconies. The first floor features an open floorplan kitchen with an eat in kitchen bar that seats two and overlooks the dining room and living area. The dining table seats four and welcomes family meals or evening board games. The living room offers a great gathering space to relax and watch TV and a sleeper sofa enables this space to transform into an additional sleeping area for extra guests. A large sliding glass door leads out to the large balcony with an outdoor dining set that seat up to six people. Enjoy dining ocean front as the waves crash in the background! There is a half bathroom next to the kitchen, for convenience.
On the second floor, you will find two bedrooms. The first bedroom has a Queen bed, private full bathroom with shower tub combination, and private ocean front balcony with rocking chairs. The second bedroom on this floor is perfect for the kids with two twin beds and a separate full bathroom with a standing shower.
The third floor has the spacious primary suite that offers privacy and a great place to escape to relax. A large Queen-size bed, TV, and oceanside balcony with rockers make this the ultimate retreat at the end of a long day. The primary suite also includes its own full bathroom that has a walk-in shower.
Updated windows ensure that you will never miss the opportunity to catch a pod of dolphins offshore, or the majestic seabirds flying about. The beach access is just at the end of the building, making it a convenient location to walk to the beach. There is a lifeguard stand (#9) just outside at the Spartanburg beach access, so your family can safely enjoy the ocean fun! Make your plans to visit Coastal Carolina today!
Occupancy: 6 Stay Requirements: Saturday to Saturday rental in Summer. Minimum two night stay other seasons. Bedding Configuration: 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 Sofa Bed. Parking: Parking for two compact vehicles - one in the garage, one in the driveway. Pet Policy: No pets allowed. Prohibited: Pets, Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Featured Amenities: Keyless Entry, Garage, Oceanfront Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund. All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable).
Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C075 – Templeton” as a vacation rental.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
DVD player
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching 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
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
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, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
Is Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 15 minutes.
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Oceanfront Townhome Near the Boardwalk! Reviews
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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.
Close to everything. Love hearing the waves. The kids loved it
Shelly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jana S.
2 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stay 6/15/24-6/22/24
The place is in a great location and it's really cute. Please wash/paint the walls all over and update the kitchen. Everything else is as promised, great views, and close beach access!
As in previous reviews the house was a little run down but that didn’t bother us because we felt more comfortable and at home. It was clean. We can’t say enough great things about the location! The garage actually has a door that opens into the sand. The beach access is just at the end of the building, less than 100 steps. Easy walk to the boardwalk and night life! We loved this area and this property! We would definitely stay here again!
The condo was large enough to accommodate 2 adults, 2 older teens, and a middle schooler. 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths with a sofa made it easy to spread out. The bathrooms were somewhat small. Almost everything needed updating (walls painted, carpet cleaning, etc) but that also meant we didn't have to be extremely careful with things either. I've stayed places where I felt all I did was clean to keep things spotless. Everything was clean when we arrived. Bed linens were clean and without stains. The bathrooms were clean. The kitchen was clean. Be sure to take paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, and any other things you might need. The 3 balconies were great for viewing the ocean. However, there was no direct beach access. You either had to walk on the street or open the garage door to get to the access. Beaches were not crowded which was a plus and why we love Carolina Beach. Easy walk to the boardwalk and any other shops/restaurants you may want to visit. Overall, good stay.
The condo is perfectly located. Access to the beach was adequate but took a couple of trips since the public access was almost a block away. The place was clean and more than sufficient in terms of space. Parking was a challenge due to small driveway and the need to “fit” one of our two cars in the garage. Family living in the area had to pay for public street parking whenever they visited. It wasn’t hard, but, could be expensive over several days.
My only issue with reserving the place was a “late notification” to sign the rental agreement or else lose our reservation. Bryant notified me of the looming deadline and informed me that their emails get sent to Spam…that’s where I found it. Bryant needs to solve this issue in order to satisfy renters that their reservation is secure. Apparently paying a deposit isn’t enough to secure the reservation. Please fix this for future renters.
Greg L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kate J.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but...
The good: absolutely wonderful location and beautiful views. Easy walk to the boardwalk even for little kids. The public access to beach was right next to the property. Although I didn't mind it being public, it would have been nice to know because it did get blocked on the off- season weekend with golf carts. The space of the rooms and layout of the proprty was perfect for our family.
The bad: the place was absolutely filthy and in disrepair. I don't mean it hadn't been cleaned, they're was clearly years of grime built up on the furniture. Photo hooks with no pictures, an outlet hanging out of the wall, broken chairs inside and out, it looked like a kindergarten class with dirty hands was let loose with markers. Overall it needs updating, but beyond that the master bathroom looks like it should in a horror movie. Limescale covering the shower head, cracks in the walls, cheap plastic surround that is barely big enough for a small adult and no way to keep water contained. The carpets were stained and worn, again with deep brown grime. The place could be wonderful with a little updating and basic maintenance.
The title is a spoof on that well known real estate phrase and in this case it is very true. This townhome is in a great location with fantastic views of the beach, particularly from the 2nd and 3rd floor balconies. It is also within easy walking distance of the boardwalk and activity area in downtown Carolina Beach.
As other reviewers have noted the interior of the home is very dated, in fact I would say it is pretty much in the original condition when built last century, accept for carpets, etc. The outside of the entire complex has been totally renovated so the balconies, rails and sliders are all in good, new condition.
But we really did not care, the price point reflects the condition of the interior. The home is still very comfortable and if you have couples staying there, as we did, there is plenty of private space.
My only gripe about the home were two things. Firstly, some of the furniture was in poor condition. There was a chair on the top balcony that was literally falling apart and quite unsafe to sit on. No excuse for that. Secondly, we had a small child with us and the pickets on the stair rails are far apart and easy for a child to fall through. This is actually a code violation and I was surprised the rental company (Bryant) had not insisted this be corrected as it is liability.
Those are the only two reasons I marked this townhome down to 4 stars overall. But to be quite honest I would rent again as it is just such a fantastic location for the price.
The location is great. Walking distance to so many things. Price is comparable for the area. We truly enjoyed our time. They only thing I would say is the unit could use a little sprucing up but we would definitely stay there again.
The condo was as described in the listing. Excellent location, easy access to the beach and lovely views from all three porches. Our family had a wonderful time and would stay here again. Could stand a few upgrades, fresh paint, new carpet and newer furniture but these things didn’t detract from our experience, as we come to the beach for the beach!
If you are on the fence about booking this property, DO IT! The views from all three balconies are breath taking. The condo itself is outdated and the furniture is old but the view more than makes up for that. It is right on the beach and walking distance to restaurants. My family and I will definitely be coming back next year!
This is the 2nd time I have stayed at this condo with family so that in itself speaks volumes. It is the perfect location on Carolina Beach, easy walk to the downtown area for restaurants and entertainment. The condo is roomy and comfortable for a family or multiple couples, wonderful views of the beach. I found it to be in pretty much the same condition as my last visit, however balcony furniture has been renewed, curtains seemed new so much better. Still has older furniture, TVs, cabinets, flooring etc. but that is fine by me and reflected in the rate. Parking for 1 mid size and 1 full size vehicle. Overall a very enjoyable and comfortable stay, have really come to like Carolina Beach and this is the perfect place to stay for me.
Richard L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
3 June 2021
Our 4th stay at Templeton
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 have chosen Templeton year after year for its convenience to the boardwalk, the number of bedrooms, and the great views.
Susan S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Heather M.
5 Jan 2018
Nice Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time at Templeton. There was a ton of space and we enjoyed the layout of the condo.
Heather M.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Angela M.
29 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
OK location, but clearly needs a deep cleaning and major updates.
We recently stayed at this property, and while its location is great—ideal for teens and adults who are able to walk a distance, it falls short in cleanliness and upkeep. For older family members, a car is essential for getting around. But there is no free parking anywhere except for restaurants. The beach access is excellent, which was a plus. The cleanliness was disappointing. The carpets, walls, and furniture were dirty and worn and felt sticky, with chipped paint, holes, and cracks in the walls. Showers had chipped paint and one had mold. Despite the nice layout of the place, it desperately needs a deep cleaning and updates. Until improvements are made, I won't be returning.
Angela M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michelle L.
26 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Location was perfect! Access to beach right there and fairly close to the Boardwalk. Other reviews were accurate regarding the condo itself. Very dated! Needs a major renovation. Bathrooms were very small. 2nd bedroom bathroom was dirty. Walls going up into the condo and the upstairs bedroom were dirty and scuffed up bad. Light bulbs need replaced. Did not find the garage remote until we were leaving. It would’ve been nice if it was left out. Our vehicle was a truck so no other car could fit. I stayed in the same building last year but a different unit. Two totally different vibes. Sad to say I was a little disappointed this year.
Location is great, close to the boardwalk, lake, and restaurants. Parking in town is expensive, you walk to most places.
One note is that the property photos do not accurately represent the condition of the property. Mostly cosmetic issues.
Audrey H.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte B.
17 Jan 2020
Great Service
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:
The folks at Bryant were so great to work with, I will use them any time I am vacationing at Carolina Beach. I came in on short notice but they got me in early. A vacation that started on a nightmare turned into a wonderful time with my daughters and grandaughters.
Clean enough and perfect location. The decks are wonderful and the beds are great. Definitely needs updates and some TLC. The kitchen and full baths need to be gutted and totally redone. The couch sags. I also didn't understand why I had to stop the realty office to pick up check in materials. I'd definitely come back, though.
Aubrei Krummert K.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
19 June 2018
Templeton is great!
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:
Four adults and one child stayed in spacious Templeton at the beginning of the summer. The location and the building were very quiet. Everything we needed was in the home. We had a few issues with the bedding on the first night but Bryant took care of it for the linen supplier the very next morning. We hope to stay in or near Templeton again.