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NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly!

Family-friendly condo in Carolina Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Step into Once Upon a Tide in Carolina Beach, where modern comfort meets kid-friendly fun. Unwind in the sleek living room or get active with the kids in the dedicated playroom featuring a rock climbing wall and monkey bars. With essentials like highchairs, portable cribs, and beach toys provided, you can enjoy peace of mind while exploring nearby parks and restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly!

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The Ultimate Family Beach Retreat: Where Modern Comfort Meets Kid-Friendly Fun

Escape to your dream beach house, where sleek modern updates blend seamlessly with a focus on ultimate family relaxation. This delightful home sits just 5 blocks from the ocean's call and conveniently backs onto a greenway, perfect for bike rides and scenic strolls. Nearby, you'll discover a buzzing park complete with a skateboarding ramps, a dog park, playground, and athletic courts – endless entertainment awaits!

Step inside and discover a thoughtfully designed space where parents can unwind while little ones embark on playtime adventures. The open floor plan boasts new, modern furniture, offering a chic backdrop for creating cherished memories.

But the true gem of this house lies in its dedicated playroom – a child's paradise! A rock climbing wall offers active challenges, while monkey bars and a climbing net ignite a sense of adventure. An abundance of thoughtful toys promises hours of imaginative fun, and the focus on safety & kid friendly features throughout the home, allows parents to enjoy peace of mind.

We understand the needs of traveling families. From highchairs, portable cribs and black out shades to beach toys and wagons, you'll find many essentials already provided, making packing less stressful and your vacation more enjoyable.

The home is conveniently located in a quiet area of Carolina Beach, yet it's still very close to restaurants, grocery stores, and activities.

Book your stay and experience the perfect blend of relaxation, play, and modern beach living!


*About The Home*
First Floor
• Kitchen: Dining table with a leaf to accommodate seating for up to 10 people, 3 barstools, drip & Nespresso coffee makers, 1 high chair, 1 booster seat, suction plates, filtered water in the fridge, and all of the kitchen appliances, utensils, serve ware, and dinnerware needed for a comfortable stay.
• Living Room: comfortable seating with a smart TV featuring Youtube TV for streaming plus family games in the entertainment center.
• King Bedroom: This room features a king bed, built-in wardrobe, dedicated workspace, and a TV.
• Playroom: As described above, the playroom has a rock climbing wall, monkey bars, climbing net, train & car table with tracks, magnet wall, play kitchen, fort building, cash register, toy rocket ship, tree house building, and little people activities.
• Full Bathroom: This bathroom has a walk in shower. In the closet, you'll find a brand new, full-size washer & dryer.
• Patio: Dining table with seating for 10

Second Floor
• Bunk Room: This room has 2 twin-over-full bunk beds with stairs separating them. The stairs are drawers for additional storage. You'll also find a built-in reading nook with comfortable pillows and fun lights, as well as bean bag chairs. This room has a TV.
• Full Bathroom: This bathroom is connected to the bunk room and the hallway. The bathroom features a shower with a bath tub and double vanity.
• King Bedroom: This room features a king bed, reading chair, TV, and private patio with 4 lounge chairs & a fan. In the closet, you'll find a mini crib & baby changing pad.

Outside:
• On the bottom level, we have 2 hammock chairs, 2 wagons, beach chairs, and beach toys available for use
• Parking available for 4 cars under the home


*Additional Details*
Linens are included. Beach towels & Mini Crib (pack-n-play sized) sheets are NOT included.

This property is a duplex. One side of the duplex is occupied permanently.

Ample Beach parking is available along the main road and at the beach accesses. Off-Road driving on beaches is permitted in certain areas.

Golf Cart rentals are available locally. Please let us know if you are interested and we can help coordinate.

An additional liability waiver agreement is required to be signed, to stay in the property.

Must be 25 years or older to rent.

Max of 2 pets.

The property has a security camera or recording device capable of recording or sending video, audio, or still images. We have one camera in the car port that monitors the entrances to the home.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Quiet hours are from 9PM-7AM daily. We share a wall with a full-time neighbor and ask that you respect the quiet hours inside & outside the home

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets must not be left alone in the home.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 mini-crib available. Sheets not provided.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Carolina Beach is home to this condo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW!! Playroom, Modern Home, Greenway & Park, Dog Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Carolina Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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