Title: A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=79012573&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea ## Photo gallery for A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea ![TV - A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79020000/79012600/79012573/3cf02d53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79020000/79012600/79012573/9c64c680.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79020000/79012600/79012573/97c4a6df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79020000/79012600/79012573/23fc3246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79020000/79012600/79012573/bf141a0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a quiet driveway in the North end of Carolina Beach, this wonderful oceanfront cottage offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The living area's multiple windows grant wonderful views of the coastline while you enjoy high-speed internet and cable TV. ## Reviews 6.8 ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101755 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea Get ready for a Swell Time! This wonderful oceanfront cottage is the perfect spot for your next family vacation. Tucked back on a quiet driveway on the North end of Carolina Beach, the house boasts 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, and can sleep a group of 10 comfortably. The first floor of the home has 2 bedrooms with queen beds, and a bedroom with 2 bunk beds (all twin size beds). The second floor has the master bedroom with a king bed and private bath, as well as the kitchen and living area. The living area's multiple windows grant wonderful panoramic views of the coastline. There's ample deck space, and a private beach walkway makes getting to and from the beach a breeze. PLEASE READ: Due to space restrictions, the property only allows parking for 2 cars/medium SUVs under the house. Clearance height is 6'3" in front spot, and 7'6" in the back spot. A large SUV may fit in the back space if the second vehicle is a smaller car. Very large trucks will not fit. No RVs/trailers of any kind. Bedding Information: 1 Kings, 2 Queens, 4 Twins (2 bunkbeds) Linens included with rentals less than 21 nights. Additional Amenities: High-speed Internet, Washer/Dryer, Cable TV, Outdoor shower Restrictions: \- Mail/ Packages are not allowed to be sent to the rental. Please call our office for instructions to have mail/packages sent to the specific beach office for your rental. \- No pets \- Non-Smoking \- 2 car parking (read restrictions above) \- Summer Season Saturday check-in only. \- In the summer season, daily rentals are only available for booking within 7 days of the arrival date and require a 3-night minimum. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,755 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94370000/94368300/94368218/b35689e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Calabash Studio \~ 4 Mi to Sunset Beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 271 ## About the area Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is by the ocean. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carolina-Beach.dx86785) [View more Holiday homes in Carolina Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carolina-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d86785-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.04662%2C-77.88676&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rqubtVJHPAF-ACHsQRmjT4-DJKc=) Carolina Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Pretty oceanfront beach rentals; Shutterstock ID 45397519; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087231/730cd10e-07e7-4850-ba5c-75bee6f47197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carolina Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![BMKXWH People with dogs walking at Freeman Park area at Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819994/09d7f438-fac4-478d-8944-01f1af451b50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Freeman Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![BJR9AT View of Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, North Carolina USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819995/7f893ea0-df35-47ee-8cba-0a79140afac3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carolina Beach Boardwalk 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![CC8GTX Boardwalk on Fly Trap Trail at Carolina Beach State Park, south of Wilmington, North Carolina, AGPix_0637](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661044/b97ac51f-080a-4a4d-a9b3-15b40c211341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carolina Beach State Park 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 19 min walk - Island Burgers And Bites 18 min walk - Cape Fear Boil Company 4 min drive - Riko's 4 min drive - Nollie's Taco Joint 15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea? ### What time is check-out at A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea? ### Where is A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Swell Time - 4 br / 4 bath oceanfront cottage on the North end of Carolina Bea Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandi S. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We absolutely loved this house and it’s location. The house was stocked well. Chairs and beach toys were also available for beach use. Beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Brandi S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth F. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Much Needed Stay If coming — PLEASE READ. If you drive a full sized truck, your truck will NOT fit in the parking area. A car (not even a large crossover) will fit in the first space (height of 6’3”). I drive a Ford Expedition and it just did fit in the second space (height of 7’6”). I don’t know what we would have done if we had driven our truck. The flex for this home is having FOUR BATHS! That was wonderful! The kitchen is well stocked. Plenty of seating with 2 couches and 2 chairs. ##### Elizabeth F. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Alexis H. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### A Swell Time - Carolina Beach Vacation Rental Nightmare TRAVELER BEWARE This is a true and honest review of a VRBO vacation rental that looks NOTHING like the photos. It sure wasn't swell for us. Within 10 min of check-in we called with issues. From bloody boogers on the bedding, writing all over the walls, glass in the driveway, overall lack of maintenance, to undisclosed parking issues (only 2 spots that won't even fit a regular SUV underneath. They have since fixed the listing to indicate heights of vehicles allowed but that didn't help us when we arrived. The only other parking was a mile away)that made it impossible for us to even stay there, this experience was a nightmare. The owner refused a refund, and we were left stranded—with no resolution, no where to stay, and a lot of money down the drain. Management team was responsive but unfortunately couldn't do much as the owner ultimately makes the call. House looks NOTHING like the photos on VRBO when you arrive. ##### Alexis H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Christian M. 3 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Wasn’t too pleased When we arrived at the location we noticed it wasn’t very clean, silverware and dishes were dirty. The showers were stained and dirty 3 of the shower had hair in them, simply wiping them with a Clorox wipe would’ve made a difference. The shower heads were all covered with brown buildup. The showers also had no water pressure in all of them, very hard to shower constantly standing there scrubbing waiting for the soap to rinse off. The floors all had dirt here and there that could’ve been swept or vacuumed. The sliding doors upstairs moved very hard and unevenly. The porches and walkway out to the beach all had nails sticking up and multiple times we scraped our feet. There wasn’t any beach toys or chairs usable. All the beds were super lumpy and uncomfortable. The parking was in the listing so I do understand that and it is accurate you can only fit two small vehicle in the parking section and you can’t open your doors because of all the pillars in the way. Lastly there was barely any basic supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, trash bags, the list goes on but we essentially had to buy all the stuff after a day or two. The beach itself was beautiful. ##### Christian M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Samuel W. 5 Jul 2025 ##### Samuel W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Benjamin S. 1 Jul 2025 ##### Benjamin S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ---