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Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks

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Exterior
View of house from public beach access
1/2 of great room
Other half of great room
beach front side of great room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master suite

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks

This beach house is arguably the most unique beach house in Carolina Beach. It was created solely with the relaxation and enjoyment of the occupants in mind. The upstairs of the house has a large great room with connecting kitchen and dining rooms. There is an outdoor covered porch on the 2nd floor to enjoy the views and to hang out / dine. The very large great room is divided in two. There is a 65 inch LED TV with full cable/DVD capability on one side for watching television/movies. The other side is a living room to enjoy the views of the ocean and salt marshes. The kitchen is fully equipped with new stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, etc. There is a large guest bedroom upstairs. Free internet / wifi is available inside and outside the house.

This house is not ocean front. However, it is directly aligned with a public beach access which is a block away. This allows for very nice views of the ocean to the east, a large salt marsh to the north, and great views of the surroundings from inside the house, from the 1st and 2nd floor decks and the outdoor hot tub on the 1st floor deck.

The house has 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. All the bathrooms have granite vanity tops and large ceramic tiled showers with thick glass enclosures. The master bathroom also has an oversized bathtub. All 3 bedrooms have walk in closets.

The master bedroom is very large with a mini bar with refrigerator and serves as a suite with a sitting area with a very comfortable fold out couch. From this bedroom, there are views of the ocean and french doors that lead out to the built in hot tub as part of the very large decking system. There is a large foyer area with adjacent laundry room for drying beach towels etc. The 1st floor has 1 additional large guest bedroom.

The house has 3 large bedrooms with a large queen sized fold out couch in the master suite and 2 additional queen sized fold out couches in the great room. The additional fold out couches will accommodate 6 additional adults far a total of 12 adults. The fold out couches have new 'memory foam' mattresses and are very comfortable.

The 1st floor decking system is impressive in all that it has to offer. There is an array of very comfortable outdoor furniture that will accommodate up to 15 people. A built in hot tub seats 6 adults with views of the surrounding area. Beneath the covered portion of the deck is a granite tiki bar with sink and electrical outlets. A selection of small electrical appliances is available (toaster oven, electric grill, griddle, hot plate, toaster, coffee maker, blender) so that meals can be prepared outside if wanted.

All sheets, pillow cases, etc., bath and an ample supply of beach towels are included. The beds are already made. No need for a linen service. The kitchen is fully equipped including many small appliances for use inside and outside on the deck / tiki bar. Ample supply of laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, dishwasher detergent, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, etc. Pretty much everything you will need is available in the house so you only have to bring food and personal items.

Property manager

Chris Holland
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 5 total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Freeman Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buzz's Roost - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Carolina Beach House - Built-in Outdoor Hot Tub -Tremendous Outdoor Decks located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach House

Beach rental was excellent. It was the perfect place for our family to stay for the week. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

A Property in Transition

The house and location are great. My interactions with the former owner during booking were outstanding. But this house was recently sold and is now managed by a new property management company. My impression is that they are unfamiliar with the house and its operational details. TAKE NOTE: CHECK OUT TIME HAS MOVED UP TO 10 A.M. AND ALL DISHES MUST BE CLEAN AND PUT AWAY BY THAT TIME. (This was a rather large surprise for us.) Management was generally responsive but not always able to fix "the problem." For example, bedroom lights turning on in the middle of the night for no reason. In addition, for a house of this size and this price point it seemed some supplies were lacking. For example we had only 1 wine glass for the house, only 8 spoons for the house, only 1 dish towel for the entire week, pull out sofas were only supplied with a fitted sheet rather than including a top sheet and pillow cases. We also found multiple dirty dishes in the cupboards and stickiness in drawers. I suspect that most of these issues are easily fixable with more attention to detail. We solved many with trips to the dollar store.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach getaway

Great location !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Home

This property supplies the perfect spaces and amenities for your family’s dream vacation. The house is a very short walk from the beach and golf cart distance to anything in town. I highly recommend booking for a week if you can, you’ll never get tired of being at this place. Soak it all up! Chris is the perfect host and readily available for contact
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

This home is in a great location with just a short one block walk to the beach access which you can see from the house. Views from the decks are wonderful - both ocean and marsh views. We were fortunate to meet Chris, the owner, on our arrival. He was wonderful and told us to call with any needs. We didn’t have any since the house was stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Graduation Gathering Spot

Our daughter graduated from UNCW this weekend. We had friends and family coming in from several states and we needed a place to gather after the graduation ceremony. This home was a perfect location and layout for entertaining friends. Our family stayed for a long weekend and enjoyed cooking several large meals, relaxing on the beach (very close walk to access) and hanging out on large decks and hot tub. Thanks to Chris for his hospitality. We would definitely choose this property for future Carolina Beach gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay at Carolina Beach

Glousterman Place was the perfect spot for my family to stay for my beach wedding! Clean property, one block from the beach, spacious, comfortable, pet friendly, and a hot tub, too! It doesn't get better than that. Chris was super helpful in accommodating our party's needs and even offered advice on the best spot on the beach to say "I do." Our whole party enjoyed the house thoroughly and we would gladly stay here anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

mEGGz T.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Glousterman Home

Home was nice. Owners came over and we met them face to face. They were cool. My only gripe is the sitting furniture needs to be updated. The location is great 😊 Nothing is far from the home . They allow pets , that was a plus for us. The hot tub was a nice touch ( we had to clean it out a little extra ) but it was hot and relaxing on the master balcony. Overall it’s a beautiful home. Chris gives out his number so you can contact him directly if you have any issues .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and great outdoor deck space.

The home was a great location with wonderful views from the main living spaces. All of the rooms are spacious and comfortable. The outdoor decking was very large and great for outdoor gathering. We are always appreciative of owners who allow dogs and without weight restrictions. ❤️🐾
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for everyone

This house was perfect for our extended family. We traveled with three generations, from age 10 to 74, and 3 labradors (don’t worry, all of the couches and chairs have covers on them that can be cleaned, so there is no trace of animals in the house). The open concept in the kitchen, dining and living area is perfect for large groups to be together. We enjoyed spending our days on the massive deck with plenty of seating, and the hot tub for when the sun went down. The very short walk to the beach allowed us to make frequent trips back to the house to use the restroom or grab snacks or drinks. Zero complaints. We will hopefully be back one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brady P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay for New Years

We thought the property was very clean and well stocked in regards to towells, kitchen ware and any other linens. The location is great and is about max 10 mins from anything you could need. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kegan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay and excellent home !

The communication was excellent, and everything was very clean and ready upon check in. Had a beautiful time there and will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back.

This was easily the cleanest and most organized property i have had the pleasure of staying in. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. The walk to the sand only takes a few minutes. The large deck and hot tub is an added bonus. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house

House was amazing. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FISHING TRIP

Great House and perfect location to Freeman Park Love the Hot Tub
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house Fabulous location

The house was great....large, beautiful decks for outdoor views, easy walk to the beach. Bathrooms are roomy and showers were large and great. Owner great communication every time. Easy check in. Great parking. The only downside I had with this stay was the furniture all needs updating....uncomfortable and very very dirty. We had a couple sleep on the pull out sofa in the living space and they said they would rather sleep on the floor. All of the furniture was bad even the deck furniture is very worn out. Dishes pots and pans very unclean. I would suggest bringing lots of paper items. It was in serious need of a thorough cleaning for sure. The house itself lacks nothing but is screaming for a deep clean and furniture overhall. Location is fabulous house is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return visit

Great long weekend veach house. Short walk to beach. Very nice outdoor areas with expensive decks. Short drive to plenty of restaurants and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place and location

This house is amazing, and has great amenities (hot tub and deck). We had 6 people and had plenty of room. Access to the beach is super easy, and the deck space was perfect for hanging out and enjoying the nice weather. Lots of stairs though, and the main living space and kitchen is on the 3rd floor. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bliss

This property is so thoughtfully designed and laid out for comfortable gathering. The decks were fabulous, the great room spacious and comfortable, and the bedrooms had comfortable queen beds! A great plus for a family with adult kids! The location was perfect, and the host was helpful with great recommendations! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L., Morrisville, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning house! Great location!

The house is super clean and beautifully appointed. The deck is outstanding! Big kitchen/family room allows for gathering and the bedrooms are spacious with King beds for relaxing. Super easy walk to the beach, lots of parking. Great communication! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean C., Kittrell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Vacation

My family and I stayed at this lovely house. It is as close to perfect as it gets. The location is nothing short of stunning. The public beach access sits directly in front of the house which affords you an unobstructed view of the ocean while the home's side gives an equally stunning view of the marshes. There are several outdoor lounging and dining spots to enjoy these views. AND, one of these lounging spots is equipped with a hot tub, ample seating, and bar area full of outdoor cooking appliances and a fridge. We really enjoyed the hot tub at night when there was little to no traffic to muffle the sound of the ocean. As for the interior of the home, it is equipped with everything you need for relaxing, cooking, Netflix binging, and enjoying the beach, which is a hop and a skip away. There is an abundance of linens and beach towels. There isn't a cooking appliance you won't find in the well stocked cabinets. The owner has thought of everything. There are also lovely and interesting photos sprinkled throughout the home that whisper of fishing expeditions and sweet vacation stories. These photos and the beautiful, well-worn hardwood floors lend just enough warmth to the house to make you feel at home. We've stayed up and down Carolina and Kure Beach through the years and this is by far the best experience we've ever had. Hats off to the owner for considering everything needed for the perfect family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house at a great location!

Our family loves the Carolina/Kure beach area and vacations there every year. The house is well appointed and has plenty of space to spread out. The deck(s) are great and offered a nice place to hang out after a hectic day. Love the northern end as it's quiet, has great beach access, and offers a nice spot to unwind. I'd recommend this property to others looking for the same!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

A great beach house!!!! Very close to the beach and easy drive to nearby restaurants and activities. Plenty of space and great deck and cover porch. Only a couple things to note: Outside furniture was dirty and needs replacement. Some items inside the house need some maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Time!

House was fantastic! Plenty of space for everyone, we had 9 people, 4 adults & 5 kids. The decks are fantastic! View of the ocean, shaded areas, sunny areas, plenty of furniture. Hot tub was a huge bonus! The only thing I didn’t consider, which was a non-issue for us, is there are quite a lot of stairs which may be difficult for some. Highly recommend the owner and the house!! We would all definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris Holland

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I am a former resident of Carolina Beach and still return to visit close friends. I built this house to enjoy the north end of Carolina Beach and as an investment. I built it with the philosophy of enjoying the beach, relaxing both inside and outside on the very large decks. In building the house, I tried to think of everything reasonably possible to add to the enjoyment of being at the beach as well as creating a 'different kind of beach house' that would be used by vacationers and as a result a good investment.

Why they chose this property

This beach house has as much to offer as any beach house in Carolina Beach. The combination of the ocean and salt marsh views, the large decks with comfortable furniture to relax, the built in hot tub, etc. will allow for the enjoyment of any family for their vacation.

What makes this property unique

Very large 1st floor deck with new outdoor furniture that will seat as many as 15 people. A built in hot tub is right outside the master bedroom. The covered portion of the deck has a granite tiki bar with electrical outlets and a wide selection of small appliances so that breakfast/lunch/dinner can be prepared.

Languages:

English

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