House holiday rentals in Carolina Beach

Dreamy Cottage 2 Blocks to Beach, Boardwalk & Lake

The Sunrise Shack is a 1940’s tropical beach home just moments away from the beach, boardwalk, lake, and state park! This cozy coastal design and creative space is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach and only 2 blocks from the beach and lake. A 5 minute walk to the Boardwalk is lots of great restaurants, shops, rentals, amusement rides, bars, coffee, ice-cream, donuts, an arcade & more! Enjoy a hike through the state park, a visit to the aquarium, or a summer movie by the lake!

Close to Everything/Golf Cart/Dog Friendly

Holy Mackerel is what you'll say when you enter this charming Carolina Beach home. This well-appointed, family, group, and dog friendly home offers three bedrooms (1K and 2Q), twin bunk bed nook, two twin sleeper chairs, 2.5 bathrooms, fully-stocked kitchen with a large island, front porch with a TV and fireplace, fenced in backyard, back patio with dining table, private outdoor shower, and fire pit. Holy Mackerel is close to public beach access, restaurants, bars, shopping, and the boardwalk.

Newly renovated coastal cottage

Kid-friendly and pet-friendly. If you’re looking for a peaceful and updated space in Carolina Beach where you can relax and kickback, look no further! Come spend some time in your beach home away from home. Towels and linens provided. Approximately 6 blocks to the beach, in a quiet neighborhood, central to vibrant CB! This house can sleep up to 6 people with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. A short drive to the NC Aquarium at Ft. Fisher, the ferry, and downtown Wilmington. The garage is unavailable.

The Surf Lodge

3 blocks from the ocean and 1/2 block from the Carolina Beach Lake trail. Ample parking and private sun deck/shaded patio to wind down after the beach. Freshly renovated and decorated in March 22'. Perfect for families/couples looking to be close to the downtown action, yet away from any noise/traffic. A peaceful beach escape w/ every modern amenity. BBQ essentials on site. Pet friendly. Check out the Superhost's other similar Surf Lodge listings for alternative, curated offerings.

Surf House | Walk to Beach, Boardwalk, & Marina

Welcome to your favorite family & pet friendly beach getaway. The Surf Shack Unit B is conveniently located within .2 mile walking distance to the ocean, Carolina Beach boardwalk, tons of restaurants and bars, plus you get a front row seat to our fireworks show every Thursday night. Embrace the cozy but open concept living inside and relax under the house while enjoying a meal cooked on the grill. Take a short walk down to the beach for your complimentary umbrella and chairs. Paradise awaits!

Topsail Gem - Beautiful, Ocean View Beach House

Clean and bright, with the ocean only 100 steps away, this beautifully decorated home is perfect for a relaxing island getaway with friends or family! Enjoy watching the surf from the living area and deck, soak in beach sunrises, or relax on the beach that is just steps from home. Or, opt for a short walk or bike ride on quiet, neighborhood streets to the intracoastal waterway for kayaking and paddleboarding. Enjoy the unique paradise that is Topsail Island in this wonderful home!

Coastal Cottage, Sleeps 6, Walk to Ocean, Pets Ok!

Welcome to our charming coastal cottage in the heart of Carolina Beach! Located a short walk to the sandy shores, the lively boardwalk and local restaurants and coffee shops, this thoughtfully designed retreat captures the laid back coastal vibe and inviting charm the area is known for! With its relaxing interior, fenced in backyard and modern conveniences, this space offers the perfect blend of comfort and beachside character creating an inspiring escape for your next beach getaway!

Ebb Tide - Oceanfront house with 4 bedrooms!

Enjoy this vacation spot that is right on Carolina Beach. Ebb Tide is just steps from the sand with your own private walkway and deck overlooking the sea. Ebb Tide is a perfect oceanfront spot to leave your daily life behind. You can’t beat the views. The house features an open floor plan, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on a quiet street but only a short walk to the Boardwalk. Our all-inclusive package includes rent, linens with beds made, and bath towels.

BIG KAHUNA

Welcome to the BIG KAHUNA your home away from home! This large four bedroom six bath duplex has everything you will need for a wonderful beach getaway! Only a 2 minute walk to the beach!!! This beautiful duplex is 2000+ sq. ft. of hardwood floors, crown molding, high ceilings. There are 3 large covered porches located in the back of the house for comfortable privacy. The house is located on a quiet street with a public beach access!!! See you soon!!

Charming beach getaway

Escape to Stone's Throw, a newly remodeled (April 2025) ground-floor beach hideaway! This cozy 1-bedroom unit comfortably fits 2. Enjoy a full kitchen, private patios, and a shared back yard with an outdoor shower (hot and cold). Just a 1-minute walk to the beach and a short stroll to local shops and the famous Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. Park your car and explore on foot! This property is a duplex and this is the lower unit.

Coastal Dreams | Pet Friendly | Fenced in yard

Enjoy this well appointed, cozy coastal chic home that is centrally-located in the heart of Pleasure Island. The primary bedroom has a king size bed. The secondary bedroom has a bunkbed with 2 queen size mattress, this home comfortably sleeps a max of 6 guest’s. The outside is decked out with seating, hammocks, TV, games, grills, beach supplies, outdoor shower and plenty of room for your furry friends to run around.

Walk to the Beach + Bring your pup!

The Big Snapper is in one of the best spots on the island — just two blocks from the beach, walkable to a few great restaurants, and a short drive (or beach walk!) to downtown Carolina Beach. It’s the upstairs unit of a duplex and is completely separate from the space below. We welcome up to 2 dogs — just include them in your booking and make sure they’re respectful of the space.