Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access

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8.6Excellent
(21 Ratings)
"We loved everything about our stay. The unit was exactly as described. It was very clean and the check in process was very easy. We will definitely return. "
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8.6 / 10
Excellent(21 Ratings)

Apartment in Carolina Beach, NC

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this apartment rental

Oceanfront A3 Island North Surfsound

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The coastal lifestyle is just what you need to escape the mundane and let all of your cares slip away with the tide! Right across the street from the beach, this oceanfront home offers a back deck and three-sided ocean views, with every window facing the water. Start each morning by greeting the sunshine and salty air with a cup of coffee in hand on your balcony before slipping into your swimsuit for dreamy beach days. The Carolina Beach pier, ample restaurants, and shopping are within walking distance of home base when you feel like venturing out. The shared pool will be just the place to escape the heat, mere steps from your door! There's also a beachfront gazebo on-site - perfect for toasting drinks at sunset.

Inside, this gem is overflowing with coastal themes, natural light, and the modern comforts of home. Meals will be a breeze to prepare in the full kitchen boasting beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, a high-end coffee maker,a toaster, and modern cookware. Plus, everyone can take their pick of gathering for meals at the dining table, in the living area for casual meals while watching favorite shows, or out on the balcony. Don't worry about packing your entire wardrobe either, as the private washer and dryer are more than ready to keep swimsuits and towels clean during your stay. New beach toys and chairs are waiting for you in the closet. We provide a beach wagon to help you carry your beach essentials with ease.

This condo unit is ideally located just across the street from the ocean—approximately 60 feet away—and offers stunning three-sided ocean views. While the property was previously considered oceanfront, recent coastal erosion and the addition of large rocks have altered direct beach access. Guests can now easily reach the sand via a short walk to either the nearby state park entrance to the north or the beach access path off Carolina Beach Avenue to the south. A convenient hose is provided for rinsing off sand before entering the unit.

This is a truly special getaway, so book your stay while this waterfront gem lasts!

THINGS TO KNOW
Beach chairs and toys are available.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10
Excellent(21 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2025
We loved everything about our stay. The unit was exactly as described. It was very clean and the check in process was very easy. We will definitely return.
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2024
The view was amazing!!
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2024
Our stay was pretty good at this property. There were a few glitches so I'll first start with the positives: The home was very clean. The kitchen was beautiful. The beds and furniture were comfortable. The views from the condo are lovely. Miniature soaps, shampoos, etc. are provided. A set of towels was on each bed. The listing does not include a hair dryer as an amenity but there was one under a sink. Mediocre: The condo is oceanfront-ish. You have a lovely view but have to walk to the other side of the pier for access due to beach erosion. Not a huge deal but FYI. The smell in the stairwell is not awesome. Bathroom fixtures holding toilet paper are rusty and should be replaced. Negatives: The HVAC had a very hard time keeping up with the 100-degree temps. Our last night, it never got below 75 but the first night got to 71. We were strict about keeping all shades & curtains closed to help the situation. We even kept all ceiling fans on high. The ceiling fan in the bunk room is off balance and needs to be fixed or replaced. There are two total beach chairs, both which should be thrown away and replaced. They are tiny and rust-covered. All things considered, I would stay here again if some of these items are addressed. The property is managed by Vacasa & I could never get anyone to answer the phone (I accidentally left some clothes-totally my fault but someone answering the phone or responding to my message would be great customer service).
6 / 10Average·Apr 2025
We were so excited to stay here…. Then a couple days before our trip we got a notification that the sleeping arrangements had changed…. We booked this mainly because it’s the only place we could find with 3 beds in one room so much to our surprise last minute notification of this messed up our sleeping plans. Also in the pictures it shows beach access right across the road but also much to our suprise when we got there there was no beach access we had to walk/drive a good ways up the stip to get to the beach. Granted it is understandable that the hurricane washed this away but it would have been nice to know prior to getting there so we could plan accordjngly ahead of time. The cleanliness could have been better because under the beds and couch u could tell hadn’t been cleaned very well. In the second bedroom one of the outlets was busted which could have been more of a hazard with smaller kids. The place is decent just not what we were expecting by the pictures.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Dreamy oceanfront escape near the pier with close beach access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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