Anchor Down - Ocean & Canal Views, Near Beach Access, CB Pier, Freeman Park, Outdoor Space, Grill

Top rated by guests
Enjoy the covered deck with multiple seating options
Open concept kitchen, dining and living room
Seating for 6 at the dining table plus additional counter seating
Spacious kitchen with counter seating
Open concept kitchen, dining and living room
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10Outstanding
(7 Ratings)
"The home is gorgeous. Very clean and had everything my family and I needed. We will absolutely be back! Thank you so much!"
Crystal
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10 / 10
Outstanding(7 Ratings)

House in Carolina Beach, NC

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Anchor Down is a spacious home located at the North End of Pleasure Island. A great vacation spot fit for a group of up to 8. It is a short 1 block walk to the beach. This duplex is equipped with everything you need including an extra outdoor space area on the ground floor, outdoor patio with grill, and plenty of parking. Enjoy the views of the canal and ocean from the 3 porches, and more!




Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee, so no need to worry about extra charges!




There is so much to do only minutes away. The drive-on beach at Freeman Park is a few blocks away, the Boardwalk is a short drive away and is a great place to walk along the beach, shop all the local stores, and feast on delicious food. There are also many rental places on the island for beach supplies, surf boards, paddle boarding, bikes, kayaks, and more! Visit the NC Fort Fisher aquarium, a great place to check out and learn about the local wildlife. There are fireworks every week in the summer as well. The fun never ends when you vacation on Pleasure Island!




PROPERTY INFO

Location: 1417 Canal Dr #1, Carolina Beach, NC 28428; 5 minute drive to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and 10 minute drive to the Kure Beach Pier, 1 minute drive to Freeman Park

Townhome/Duplex: 4 BR / 3.5 BA / Sleeps 8 / 5 Beds / 1 Bunk Room / 1,800 sq ft.




SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:

*Each bedroom has high-end memory foam mattresses*

*Bedroom 1 Owner Suite: King Bed, Private Deck (3rd floor)

*Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, ensuite full bath (3rd floor)

*Bedroom 3: Queen Bed (hall bath) (1st floor)

*Bedroom 4: Bunk bed, Full over Queen (hall bath) (1st floor) (top bunk is NOT suitable for an adult)

*King (1), Queens (3), Full (1)

*Beds are all made with clean linens upon your arrival.




PROPERTY LAYOUT:

Ground floor: Sitting area and Patio with grill

1st floor: Bunk room, laundry, Queen bedroom with deck, full hall bathroom

2nd floor: Kitchen and living area and deck with seating

3rd floor: Owner Suite #1 with king bed and en-suite bathroom, Owners Suite #2 with queen bed and en-suite bathroom

There are 3 porches offering great views of Carolina Beach and the ocean.




PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:

-Easy walk to beach, 1 block away

-3 PORCHES

-Big Flat Screen Smart TVs

-Outdoor patio with GRILL

-Gas grill

-Parking: 3 vehicles (depending on the size of the vehicle)

-Beach Access: This home is a 1 minute walk to the beach access on Periwinkle Lane. Just up the road off Canal Drive.

*The outdoor patio, grill, and sitting area is not a shared space, it is private for just this specific property*




Amenities:

-Keyless entry!

-Outdoor space area, patio with grill

-Regular Coffee Maker and Keurig

-Big Screen Smart TVs, no cable

-Internet and WiFi

-Iron and Board

-Toaster

-Washer/Dryer

-Bath towels and Linens (beds are made upon arrival)

-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towels, detergents and hand soap is provided

AND MORE!

**We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use**





POLICIES/RULES

**Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.

***NO SMOKING & NO PETS allowed at this property.

**Maximum Occupancy: 8 Occupants - Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.

**Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.***

* Manager and owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.

* Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.

* No events or parties- If determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.

* If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500 min, no exceptions!

* No uninvited guests without permission




***Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee***




Security Notice: This home has a doorbell security system with video and audio capabilities at the front door as well as exterior surveillance cameras.




PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES:

- Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Restaurants, and more

- Paddle Boarding with "Paddle NC" or "Pleasure Island Rentals"

- Kayaking/Canoeing with the "Adventure Kayak Company" or "Lighthouse WaterSports"

- Surfing - Go to Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni

- Jet Ski with "Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals"

- Marina/Boating - Boat Tours with “Endless Summer Day Tours” or “Sea Legs Pedal Pub”

- Hiking at Carolina Beach State Park

- 4 Wheel Drive-on Beaches at Fort Fisher and Freeman Park in CB

-Sunday nights there are FREE MOVIES playing at the lake (in the summer)

- Fireworks - Every Thursday night during the summer at the Carolina Beach boardwalk

- Music - FREE live music at the Carolina Beach boardwalk every Thursday night during the summer months (or seasonal concerts and events at local bars and restaurants)

- The Carolina Beach boardwalk - doesn’t just have live music and fireworks, there are also shops, arcades, festival rides, BRITT'S DONUTS, and more!

- NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

- Fort Fisher - Civil War - National Historic Landmark

- Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher!

-Ocean Front Park in Kure Beach

- Home of the Wilmington Sharks Baseball Team

-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Rentals!

-And More!

Amenities at Anchor Down - Ocean & Canal Views, Near Beach Access, CB Pier, Freeman Park, Outdoor Space, Grill

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Carolina Beach, NC


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(7 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
The home is gorgeous. Very clean and had everything my family and I needed. We will absolutely be back! Thank you so much!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2025
Anchor Down was everything we hoped for and more! Our stay was relaxing and stress-free. We can’t wait to return!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2025
Anchor Down exceeded all expectations! Clean, cozy, and perfectly located near the beach and local spots. The views were amazing, and the host made our stay effortless. We’ll definitely be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2025
Anchor Down was the perfect beach getaway! The home was spotless and beautifully decorated. The location was ideal, and the management team made everything seamless. We can’t wait to come back—highly recommend!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Anchor Down - Ocean & Canal Views, Near Beach Access, CB Pier, Freeman Park, Outdoor Space, Grill. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

Is Anchor Down - Ocean & Canal Views, Near Beach Access, CB Pier, Freeman Park, Outdoor Space, Grill pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Anchor Down - Ocean & Canal Views, Near Beach Access, CB Pier, Freeman Park, Outdoor Space, Grill?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.