"A Weekend at Gary's"

Carolina Beach

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Sleeps 1294 sq. ft. Pets OK

"A Weekend at Gary's" is a tranquil 1,294 square foot Family Home managed by Dale and Salt Water Real Estate and is the perfect beach location to bring the ENTIRE family of surfers, sun-seekers and MORE! This secluded 3 bed and 3 bath is just three blocks from our sandy shores, two blocks to CB Lake, three blocks to Downtown CB and MORE... with all the sea sights, sounds and experiences you are looking for!

Your property: Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher) has become a RAPIDLY increasing vacation (and full-time!) destination for the East coast and beyond for many reasons. It’s a family-oriented beach with a touch of everything one might be looking for! It’s an AMAZING place to visit, live, and never leave!

The home is in the heart of Carolina Beach and a short walking distance to downtown and everything that is has to offer. In Carolina Beach you’ve got the boardwalk, restaurants, and local shops of all kinds. If you like adventures, the marina is also there where you can take an offshore fishing trip, diving excursion, or party boat out for a sunset sail. Camping more your thing? Bring the 4X4 and drive (and camp) on the beach at Freeman Park, located on the North End of the island.

You can also head down to Kure Beach and fish directly off their fishing pier complete with bait, tackles, and more! The Carolina Beach Lake is nearby, hosting a weekly Farmer’s Market every Saturday and FIREWORKS every Thursday. We welcome you to sit back, relax and enjoy yourselves because that's exactly what the beach is for!

This home is a mixture of the original “period” construction and old-world charm, a kiss of shabby-chic modernity, and today’s technology. Everything the owner has done, FUN and guest enjoyment is at the heart of the owners mission for "A Weekend at Gary's"! Above all else, it should feel like your “home away from home” while vacationing with us on our Island!

The entry to this 3 bedroom/2 bath home opens into a furnished family room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen (stove oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and more). The kitchen is stocked will all the basic cooking and dining utensils one can expect (plates, bowls, cups, silverware, etc.). In addition, there is a microwave, toaster, and coffer maker ready to help make yourself at home (while on Vacay!).

1 courtesy soap, shampoo and conditioner are left in the bathroom of each home as well as 2 rolls of TP per bathroom. A sponge, dish soap, 2 trash bags per receptacle and (*as applicable) 3 dishwasher and laundry pods will be available to use if needed!

Back inside as you continue through the homes central hallway sits the linen closet with a washing machine to stay beachy clean! As you continue through the hallway, you first encounter Bedroom #1 with 1 Twin over Twin bunk bed. As you continue down the hallway, you'll encounter both bedroom #2 (with a Queen bed) and Full bathroom #1 (with a shower/tub combo) nestled amongst bedrooms #1 and #2. At the end of the hallway rests bedroom #3 (the Master bedroom) with a King size bed and Full bathroom #2 (with a stand up shower).

Out into your private/fully fenced backyard, you're treated to a number of exterior amenities including (but not limited to...) a fire pit, relaxation station and your outdoor shower which will surely bring ample smiles and sea memories for all!

The home's ONE QUEEN, ONE KING and ONE TWIN + TWIN bunk bed consist of either a plush luxury mattress or a new encased 8” memory foam/cooling gel composition mattress because we want all of our guests to be comfortable when it comes time to recharge.

1 set of the following will be made on a per bed/per person basis to help you be comfortable on your adventure! Bed sheets (fitted/flat set), bath towels, wash cloths and pillowcases. Laundering or extra sets are not an available service regrettably. Please make sure all used linens are placed in one location in the home at departure. Please let all BED LINENS remain on the beds for our TEAM to take care of! A sincere thanks for your help and we hope that YOU have an AMAZING ADVENTURE!

Neighborhood description

Pleasure Island is a coastal barrier island in Southeastern North Carolina, USA just south of the City of Wilmington. Pleasure Island is located within Federal Point Township, in New Hanover County. The coastal resort towns of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, as well as the annexed communities of Wilmington Beach and Hanby Beach are located on the island. The home itself is 3 blocks away from the ocean, 2 blocks from CB Lake as well as a short walk to Downtown CB with its shops, activities, and dining.

Carolina Beach is a mix of friendly locals, snowbirds, and vacationers all looking to escape the inland and enjoy the sand, surf, and sun. We truly have an amazing community! Carolina Beach and the surrounding neighborhoods offer an array of sights and activities to enjoy while here. Some of these examples are (but not limited to) a subtle beach hike through Carolina Beach State Park, Fishing on the Kure Beach Pier, kayaking to one of the many islands surrounding the Intracoastal Waterway, watching canons blast during a historical reenactment at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, or petting some Sting Rays at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. This doesn’t even include the aweing scenery of Airlie Gardens, and our very own battleship (USS NC) in Wilmington! Perhaps more relaxing and less “adventure” is your speed? Our own local Brewery (Good Hops) along with a round of Frisbee golf may be what the doctor ordered!

Getting around

There isn’t anywhere or anything on our Island that isn’t accessible with foot power. Downtown Carolina Beach has a number of vendors (such as Pleasure Island Rentals @ 2 N Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC 28428 (golf carts) and Tony Silvagni’s Surf School @ 107 Charlotte ave Carolina Beach NC 28428 (bicycles, paddleboards, surfboards, kayaks) for rent as an alternative to walking or driving. Taxi’s (local golf cart taxi’s) and Uber’s are also generally available for an assist when needed as well throughout the island! You can catch a Ferry to Southport in Kure Beach @ 2422 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach which leads to another ferry to Bald Head Island where NO CARS are allowed at all!

After all, you won’t catch many locals going OTB! (Over The Bridge). Everything you need is right here!

Guest access

The YARD: The backyard is intended to congregate, play, and have a blast.

The HOME: Guests have full access to their own private HOME (never shared) along with a private deck/patio/yard.

PARKING: Each reservation will have access to (2-3) TWO to three assigned parking spaces (depending on vehicle size)!

•Closest BEACH access: Hamlet Public Beach Access (Hamlet Ave).

Interaction with guests

I will be available for check-in and general assistance until 8PM EST. Anything with the exception of an emergency (ie. flood, fire, or another *safety* related risk sent to Maintenance) will be responded to ASAP the following day 🙂

Other details to note

•Salt Water Real Estate has partnered with the absolute best vendors our Island has to offer to help ensure guests can spend more time enjoying themselves and less time researching! Our partners include the Tony Silvagni Surf School for professional surf lessons, bicycle, umbrella and chair rentals, Hot Ticket Fishing Charters, Salty Dog Yoga, Amy’s Rise and Shine cleaning and Nest and Neat Servies. Our partners support guests of Salt Water Real Estate with the highest caliber of local services for extremely competitive and oft discounted pricing. They all contribute to the “Salt Water” experience and we love them for it!

Alternative Parking:

Carolina Beach

•The Town of Carolina Beach offers multiple public parking options to visitors and residents on a FIRST COME-FIRST SERVE basis. Town-operated parking is open year round and paid parking is enforced March 1st - October 31st from 9AM - 8PM. Parking fees restart each morning during enforcement hours for all of the Town's parking lots and on-street parking spaces.

•PARKING RATES:
*(Parking rates are approved annually and are subject to change)
March 1st - October 31st, 9AM - 8PM
Parking Lots $ 6/hour or $25/day
Premium Parking Lots $ 7/hour or $35/day
Bus, Limo, and oversized vehicle $10/hour or $40/day
On-Street Parking:
Without Time Restrictions $ 5/hour
With Time Restrictions $ 5/hour
Weekly Parking Permits $100
Available for purchase at Town Hall, the Parking Office (open 7 days a week) and online at: cbparking.cmrpayDOTcom/dashboard/landing
Kure Beach

Parking is enforced March 15 – Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parking rates are $5 per hour. Visitors may purchase a day pass for $20, weekly pass for $100 or full season pass for $225.

GOLF CARTS

•To the county, golf carts are considered automobiles. Generally speaking, golf carts are NOT allowed on premises of ANY condo, condotel, or apartment. The same goes for trailers, motorcycles, etc. For SFR’s or properties supporting multiple vehicles, carts should be OK. However, be conscious that few homes have external outlets WITHOUT GFCI’S (which are code by today’s standards). Charging a cart on a GFCI will immediately trip the breaker, resulting in the inability to charge a cart amongst other repercussions. Gas carts will generally be the ideal rental option if in a home whose parking supports such.

•ALL suites are non-smoking (including vaping) and a heavy cleaning/repair charge can result if not adhered to. This includes porches, decks, balconies, and walkways. Please smoke well away from any SWRE property unless willing to risk the potential loss of deposit or more.

•There is a $150 non-refundable pet fee for up to 2 pups.

•April 1st through September 30th, dogs are allowed on the Carolina Beach during restricted hours of BEFORE 9:00 am and AFTER 5:00 pm. On the extreme North End of Carolina Beach, dogs are allowed on leash 24/7 on leash. In Kure Beach, dogs are NOT allowed at any juncture. Fort Fisher allows dogs on leash on the beach 24/7. Please be responsible to follow all town pet ordinances and have an awareness as to which beach you are on at all times!

Pup rules for Pet Friendly homes
*Rules and reminders to prevent additional charges!

•Any interactions between your furry son or daughter and other neighbors (animal OR human) are completely at your discretion (and *liability). Please be a responsible pup owner and protect yourselves and others as may be necessary!
•Pups are NEVER allowed on any furniture. (*Single biggest added charge from the cleaners/owners post stay.)
•Be sure to use a broom or vacuum if your buddy sheds in excess.
•Do NOT let your pup bark excessively in any multi-unit environment.
•ALWAYS pick up after your pup IMMEDIATELY after the potty sesh.
•If maintenance needs to visit, ENSURE your pup is put in their respective kennels. This coincides with rule #1.
•If the home/apartment has an outdoor shower, please use it to rinse off your pup after a day of fun. Not only will that help to prevent a potential plumbing call (typically pup hair: that would fall to the guest to remedy $), but a clean pup is much less likely to result in a post stay hygiene charge (sand+salt+stinky can =$).

*As a furry Dad myself, I understand how hard it can be to find Pup Friendly accommodations! Please help us to keep our owners happy and protect the rental from damage and unnecessary wear & tear so we can always be here to support our guests with sandy paws and salty noses!

•Please always consider TRAVEL INSURANCE from your respective booking site or vendor to help protect your costs in case of inclement weather or last-minute travel complications (court, illness, etc.). These items are NOT refundable scenarios unless the property itself is compromised. If that does happen, we will do our absolute best to find you alternative housing.

Rooms

Bedroom #1

1 Bunk

Bedroom #2

1 Queen

Bedroom #3

1 King

Amenities

Essentials

  • Bed Linens
  • Essentials
  • Kitchen
  • Parking
  • Towels
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Shampoo
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Living Room
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Private Entrance
  • Private Living Room
  • Washer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free wifi

Kitchen

  • Area
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Room
  • Stove
  • Dining table

Home Safety

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Smoke Detector

Attractions

  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Zoo

Car

  • Not Necessary

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Television
  • Smart TV

Facility

  • Free Parking
  • Single Level Home

Outdoor

  • Garden or Backyard
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Fenced Yard
  • Outdoor

Leisure

  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Eco Tourism
  • Paddle Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing

Local

  • Fitness Center
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat

Location

  • Downtown
  • Near Ocean

Sports

  • Basketball Court
  • DeepSea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Bay
  • Fishing - Surf
  • Jet Skiing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Surfing
  • Swimming

Themes

  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Sports Activities
  • Tourist Attractions
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