Snow’s Cut Château

The Snows Cut Chateau is a 6,000 square ft luxury oceanfront home that's hosted memorable beach get-a-ways for families, corporate get-togethers, and even the occasional television show or two! Featured on both the CW’s “One Tree Hill” and “Dawson’s Creek” it’s easy to see why. The home boasts its own personal boardwalk to the beach, an expanse of windows, sliding glass doors and decks that run a full width of the home providing guests with breathtaking uninterrupted ocean views.

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 chateau lies directly in the middle of both Carolina and Kure Beaches and is a long walk or short drive from downtown Carolina Beach 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!

Spanning the entire width of a double lot (a typical luxury home sits on a lot of 50'x100') this 100' x 100' ocean front home boasts some of the most beautiful and iconic panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean afforded by Pleasure Island. There are three levels of decks, porches, and balconies to ensure every guest and visitor a front row seat to our amazing coastline.

The home itself affords guests 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths (one on EVERY floor including the garage level) that will comfortably accommodate a maximum party of 17. One the ground floor sits a four car garage with its own full bath (bathroom #1) along with an external entrance to the rear patio and your private beach access. This makes it easy to hit those waves and wash off the salt and sand prior to your next stop into the chalet. Ascend next to first floor (or another) of the home using either the staircase, or the homes elevator to assist with accommodating differing needs.

The first floor and main floor of the home boasts a number of different points of interest. Bedrooms #1 and #2 sit towards the northwestern most point of the floor. Bathrooms #2 and the half bath reside on this floor. To the south sits the game room complete with a Brunswick table and television to enjoy some friendly competition when not hitting the waves and catching some sun. Because of the uncanny width of the home, every room from bedroom #2, to the dining room, the living room all the way through the game room ALL have accesses to the rear porch and corresponding private boardwalk directly to the beach.

Outside on the rear deck sits countless chairs from rockers, to Adirondack, to swings so that every seat is the "best seat" in the "house". The deck boasts a large barbecue, enough space to host your entire party, and panoramic views across spanning the horizon.

In the center of the first floor sits a large open kitchen and accompanying dining area overlooking an expanse of contiguous panoramic ocean views. Just off the kitchen (complete with its own separate wet bar, bar sink, additional chest freezer, cabinetry and counter space) sits the large living room complete with a 75" smart TV along with enough WIFI coverage for and devices. The home is equipped with a reverse osmosis/charcoal filtration system via an added faucet at the kitchen sink to allow a high caliber supply of fresh drinking water! A separate family room towards the front of the first floor entrance is tucked away for those looking to share a smaller conversation space a little further away from the primary living room. Opposite the front door are two bathrooms, one full and one half bath.

A few of the amenities provided by your Owners include courtesy large shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel left in the bathroom of each bath as well. Also, a roll of TP in each bathroom, 1 roll of PT in the kitchen, 2 garbage bags per garbage, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, dryer sheets, hand soap, dish soap and a sponge. Additional items are likely on sight as well!

Ascending up to the second floor sits bedrooms #3, #4, and #5 along with three full baths (one per bedroom). The master bedroom has an oversized bath and is equipped with both a shower stall and soaker tub. The two oceanfront suites (#3 and #4) allow separate access to a shared panoramic ocean view balcony to make a prompt escape to once your morning coffee is picked up downstairs. A laundry room is located in the foyer between suites #3 and #4. Suite #5, located on the eastern side of the home, in lieu of having balcony access, has views of both Lake Park Blvd S. and an additional lounging area... a good spot to share some after hours laughs and conversation.

Ascending up to the third floor as you stare down at the chandelier as you pass, rests the sixth and final bedroom. Both bath #6 and Bedroom #6 boasts a creative layout of 6 beds throughout the roughly 750 square feet. A bunk, and 5 twin beds sit staggered creatively throughout the room. Two of the beds are in oversized "closets" of sort. Think "Harry Potter"! Capping off the pinnacle of the home is a third floor balcony allowing you to see an interrupted horizon for miles. It's absolutely breathtaking. Comfort, unforgettable views, and lasting memories await each guest that stays with us at The Snows Cut Chateau. We hope to host you and your party as guests in this historically significant oceanfront home as a get-a-way for years to come!

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. Carolina Beach is a mix of friendly locals, snowbirds, and vacationers all looking to escape the inland and enjoy the sand, surf, and sun. Some of the local excursions 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 Chateau: Guests have full access to their own private home and individual suite(s) (never shared) along with the respective decks, patios, and balcony, and private beach access.

PARKING: The home comes with off street parking for up to 10 vehicles. 3 garage bays are also available to park (1 is kept for the owners use). Please ensure the parking area stays organized and compliant for all guests.

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.

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.

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

*** The property has multiple ring security cameras onsite outside in order to both protect the home and guests, as well as to ensure it is being utilized appropriately (ie. a family reunion in lieu of a bridal party). If, as deemed necessary, a virtual remote "check-in" by the owner is considered an invasion of privacy, we apologize. We simply wish to be fully transparent. Our/the owners intentions would NEVER be to invade privacy but simply deter from ineligible uses. Please contact us directly for any further clarification 🙂 ***

-Pool: The pool is heated year-round. **However, ** the environmental temperature will impact the operation and abilities of a heated exterior pool. The pools heating begins @8AM and ends @ 8PM. If the ambient temp is 55 degrees or below, the temp (per Pool Company) will be too cold for the heater to operate. If over 55, the pools temp can generally range from 65-75 based on weather conditions and owner thermostat settings. If cold out but warms within the range of operation, it can take up to 24 hours to warm a pool of this size 10 degrees. Just some added insight and bits to help meet expectations!

-ALL suites are non-smoking (including vaping) and a heavy cleaning/repair charge can result if not adhered to.

•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!

•Linens: 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!

-Quiet(er) hours begin at 9:00pm EST. Although you have the entire Chalet to yourselves, please be cognoscente that we still do have neighbors. *(on the off chance a police report is filed against a guest of the home, the rental agreement shall be terminated immediately without refund and said party will be required to leave the premises effective immediately.)

-PLEASE follow all respective operating instructions for the elevator to deter any avoidable damage charges and repairs required that may inconvenience your stay!

-For a complete FOODIE RECCOMENDATION list, TV instructions, local Flora and Fauna, etc., please refer to the welcome binder located in the Chateau. Here are a few misc. additions’ we’ve been inquired about often this past summer prior to booking;

-Nearest Laundromat: Melissa’s Laundry @ 702 S Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC 28428

-Nearest Fresh Seafood (cook yourself): Blackburn Brothers Seafood @ 440 N Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC 28428

-Local Additional Parking: Harbor Master Parking Lot @ 309 Carolina Beach Ave N Carolina Beach NC 28428, Alabama Meter Lot & Public Access @ 1622 S Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC 28428, Macks Parking Lot @ 104 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC 28428

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

-Carolina Beach Town Hall supplies, where available, beach wheel chairs that can traverse the sand without charge. Please reach out to the Recreation Center for additional information.

Reviews

Availability

Location