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Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location

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Private deck overlooking the dunes and the ocean!
Relax inside or out and listen to the sounds of the ocean
True oceanfront home! See the dock!!! Why stay in a condo when you can have your own place with a private dock
The owner's suite offers a queen bed, tv, ensuite and faces the ocean!
Just step over your own dune, knock off your shoes and you're there, the beach!!!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bonus Surfer Room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Owners Suite

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom Living Area

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Garage Bathroom

Shower only

Hallway Bathroom

Shower only

Owner's Suite Private Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Sunroom Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location

Unplug, relax and take a trip back in time when things were simple. Miller's Whimsy has been an original Carolina Beach family oceanfront cottage for decades. This is a private, single family home with its own boardwalk to the beach and unobstructed views of the ocean. No searching for parking or long runs with beach toys and drinks, just stroll down the dock and you’re there!


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


Miller's Whimsy is centrally located to all the activity, restaurants, shopping, boardwalk, pier and drive on Freeman Beach Park. If you’re looking for a simple beachfront home, no frills, a cottage homey feel, with fantastic views of the ocean, large living area for family and friends to gather, then Miller's Whimsy is the place for you!


PROPERTY INFO
Location: 516 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 ; 4 blocks away from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Home: 4 BR / 4 BA / Sleeps 12 / 7 Beds


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
*Bedroom 1: Queen
*Bedroom 2: Queen
*Bedroom 3: 2 Twins
*Front Sunroom room: Full size pullout bed (there is a sunroom in the front of the house and in the back, this pullout is in the sunroom closest to the road, not the ocean)
Bonus room under the house: 2 Twin beds and 1 Full bed (Large bonus room is on the 1st floor with it’s own full bathroom, which has a completely separate entrance (does not have access from the top floor) which is perfect for a group of friends)
*King (0), Queen (2), Full (2), Twin (4)
*Beds are all made with clean linens upon your arrival.
**When you go under the house there is a side entrance into the bonus room. The bonus room is not connected to the top floor, it is connected to the garage. There is a room that locks in the garage with the 2 twin beds and a full bed. Also in the garage there is a pool table and full bathroom.**


PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
-OCEAN FRONT
-Charcoal Grill
-Large deck
-Full Library and a beautiful Sunroom to enjoy your read! Great views of the water
-Private boardwalk to the beach!
-Parking: 4 spaces available. 2 short cars in the garage, 2 in the driveway. There is a height restriction. *Please do not try to park a large vehicle here unless approved by us*
*Do not park in the sand in front of the house - condo next door does not allow driving on the pathway next to the house anymore*


Amenities:
-Smart TV's (no cable)
-Full Library
-Pool Table
-Beach chairs (not guaranteed)
-Beach toys
-Charcoal Grill
-Washer/Dryer
-Crockpot
-Dishwasher
-Microwave and Toaster
-Drip Coffee Maker
-Wifi and Internet
-Linens (beds made upon arrival)
-Bath towels
-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towel, detergents and hand soap is also 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: 12 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, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission


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


PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES:
- Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Restaurants, and more
- Paddle Boarding and Biking with "Paddle NC" or "Pleasure Island Rentals"
- Surfing - Go to Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni
- 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
- Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher!
-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Rentals!
-And More! Visit http://www.pleasureislandnc.org for more info

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Freeman Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 106 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

April 2025
Perfect location right on the beach for an extended weekend! Clean house, fresh sheets & linens, well stocked kitchen, and even a billiard table! Check in and check out was very easy with ample parking. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Perfect Home In The Perfect Location
We really enjoyed our stay. Took our two year old granddaughter to enjoy the beach for the first time. She loved it!!!! The location is perfect; step out the door and walk straight to the beach and all the conveniences are within a short drive. Definitely plan on coming back, hopefully soon.

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristi
Great vacation home for a family trip , my only regret is we couldn’t stay longer !!! I hope we can return in the future .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Great stay with plenty of room
I visited Miller’s Whimsy on a fishing trip with 7 other members of my family. The house was very clean with ample space for all of us. Having access to the beach and a full kitchen was a huge plus for us. The room downstairs was a good space for the younger one in the group to hang out while us older folks were upstairs. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a spot near the heart of Carolina Beach as it is a 10 minute walk to many restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Men’s Tennis
The Beach access was great and great location. Some of the beds in the spare bedrooms could have been better with newer beds and bedding accessories.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Great place to stay in Carolina Beach...convenient to everything!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Guys Trip
Good value for the three people in our party. Home is cool old school with neat areas to sit down and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Amazing family vacation! Location, cleanliness, space, support, etc. It was a fantastic trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason & Anne L.

Short trip
We stayed during Hurricane Debbie. It was windy and the ocean was turbulent to enjoy. We shortened our stay by 3 days…enjoyed some activities in Wilmington but due to the weather, decided to go home early. The location is great for the beach if the weather was better. Plenty of room in the home to spread out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Great Location, lots of space
We enjoyed our stay with family here. Plenty of room for 10 people, and lots of outdoor space as well. Would definitely love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Miller’s Whimsy in July
Our family of 8 spent 3-nights at Miller’s Whimsy and really enjoyed our time. You can’t ask for a better location. The beach right in front of the house is very nice and not too crowded. The house is within walking distance of restaurants and boardwalk activities. The house was well-equipped with all cooking needs. We were pleasantly surprised with how spacious the main living areas and rooms are. Consider bringing your own beach accessories, like umbrellas/tents and chairs, as there were some available but not all in working condition. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Vacation
Door code would not work at check in, but staff was quick to respond by text, and after providing us with a couple of different codes, we got one that worked. Enjoyed this property's open floor plan and beachfront location. Beds were comfortable. Sofa in living room is not very comfortable. House was a little dusty in some areas, but overall appeared clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
perfect location
This house was in the perfect location on the beach but could use a refresh. It is very dated, furniture is old, boardwalk to beach is in need of repair (wear shoes or you will have splinters), and garage bedroom that is listed is a definite no go!! Very musty and a bit scary! We enjoyed our stay but will look for something a little more updated for our next trip
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Great Location
The house was nice with plenty of room and a perfect location to the beach and restaurants. I would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Idella A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great times!
Beautiful sunrises and beautiful time with family. This house is in a perfect location. This house offers a uniquely comfortable "homey" environment. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Fun Time!
Miller's Whimsy is an old-style cottage that is a comfortable stay with plenty of space. The location is amazing - we were able to walk to eat, to go the boardwalk, and were mere steps from the beach. The management did a great job of ensuring we had all the information we needed and who to call if we needed their help.

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Simpsonville, SC

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Miller's Whimsy Was Magnificent
It was the perfect place for my family. Plenty of room to cook and eat as well as space to spread out and enjoy time alone or with the whole group. We loved being within walking distance of resturants, coffee shops, the boardwalk, and of course our private walkway to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Nice Thanksgiving Getaway
This was a very nice way to spend our family Thanksgiving. The oceanfront access was great. We enjoyed our time here and it went by too fast. The house was comfortable and met our needs. Hoping to possibly re-visit. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
Posted an earlier review. See Happy Campers for sure. Definitely a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
I would put this rental on the top 3 of my stays at Carolina Beach! The house has a good floor plan with lots of useable room for the 12 people it advertises being able to accommodate. The kitchen is big and well stocked, the sun room is a nice amenity for the cold/rainy days at the beach and it has a nice view of the beach. The house comes with a garage, but it will not house an SUV or truck- it will garage a smaller car such as a sedan without a roof rack. Thankfully, there are paid parking spots about 30 yards away and they are reasonably priced if you have oversized vehicles. I will be booking this unit next year, it is the full package!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

MC L.

Enjoyable stay with private beach access
Our priorities were met with this well-loved beach house: Private beach access - check! Enough bedrooms for our teenagers to have their own space - check! In close proximity to local Wilmington relatives (so we could invite them to the beach and a dinner or two) - check! Bonus features we very much enjoyed: a 6min walk on the beach from house to Boardwalk for eating, shopping, skimboard rental, arcade, live music, and Thursday fireworks; a billiard table in the basement/garage for some friendly competition; outside hose and area for rinsing off sand; and a quick drive to grocery, seafood market, and other stores. Some information that would have been helpful before our arrival/for planning purposes: the height of the garage door openings is 67" tall and the hard fin antennae of a smaller vehicle barely fit, as we had some trouble (measure the height of your vehicle ahead of time and letting air out of tires helps). Also, we ended up not needing the sleep sofa, but we did pull it out one night for consideration - and there are several springs broken at the foot that makes it slope downwards and the mattress is more like a thin pad than a mattress. Anyone planning to use this for their headcount may want to know its condition. The house is full of books and board games for lots of family fun. The updated kitchen (new to the listing we saw) was bright and clean and had lots of counter space and cabinets and a large supply of plates/utensils/bowls/platters/pots and pans - we were not in need of anything. The huge table (sat 10 people) was great for meals and games. We had a wonderful stay and appreciated the owners' responsiveness to any/all of our texts and questions throughout our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Cottage
Very quaint ocean front property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

4th of july week
This house is absolutely perfect! It has been updated from the pictures you see. This house has tons of room and everything you need and is very comfy and convenient! I hope we get to stay here again soon, we will miss this! Best vacation I've had in so long! No complaints here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Charming beach house!
Our kids and gr’kids had a great time here, right on the beach and so close to everything in Carolina Beach! Several times during the week, we mentioned how glad we were in a house all to ourselves and not one of the “cookie-cutter” condos around us. The house was a lot more personal and accommodating than any hotel room and we had plenty of space (both floors) inside and outside on the spacious deck. Even the bit of rain didn’t dampen our spirits as we enjoyed playing some of the games stacked up on the library bookshelves. We also had fun with the pool table downstairs. The kitchen had everything we needed and lots of room for several of us to be in there at the same time. We kept the sand outside by utilizing the shower head and hose before re-entering the house. That was greatly appreciated! The 4 bedrooms and bathrooms gave everyone their own private space as needed, and the sunroom and deck outside provided even more space to spread out. The owners were easy to contact and stayed in touch in case we had any issues (we didn’t). Overall, we would definitely book Miller’s Whimsy upon a return trip to Carolina Beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Get Away
Had a great time. The house was very clean. There were some upgrades to the property since the pictures. Close to the heart of the beach amusements. Just a short walking distance away. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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