Title: Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Carolina Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91460000/91459400/91459365/83db3f40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91460000/91459400/91459365/026737dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91460000/91459400/91459365/896dc707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91460000/91459400/91459365/1a4e8ae6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91460000/91459400/91459365/6b1b88e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Sunny Swordfish, where coastal charm meets modern comfort. Stroll down to the waterfront and discover local shops and restaurants or enjoy sea breezes on the private balcony. The home features smart TVs in every bedroom, a well-appointed kitchen with generous pantry storage, central air-conditioning, free WiFi and a washer/dryer. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 63019 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer Sunny Swordfish Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Convenient coastal living and modern comfort abound at this beautiful home just four blocks from the beach. Enjoy the views and sea breezes on the private balcony or stroll down to the waterfront to discover great local shops and restaurants. Four bicycles and a beach wagon loaded with four chairs, an umbrella, a windscreen, a blanket, a cooler, and more are provided for added convenience. An extra-large outdoor shower with hot/cold water settings is equipped for rinsing-off sand and saltwater. The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is just over a mile away. The North Carolina Aquarium and Southport ferry service at Fort Fisher are located five miles from home. At home, enjoy flexible entertainment with smart TVs in the living room and all three bedrooms. An electric fireplace in the living room offers an elegant ambiance and a heater can be engaged for supplemental heat during chilly nights. The well-appointed full kitchen includes generous pantry storage and additional highlights like indoor/outdoor dinnerware and a reverse-osmosis sink faucet. Central air-conditioning, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer round out the remaining home essentials. THINGS TO KNOW There is an upper-level apartment that is currently occupied by a long-term tenant. Streaming services are available with guests’ own account(s). Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 3,019 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94710000/94705900/94705816/1edb4451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Friendly 3BR townhome with fenced in yard! 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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 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 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 98456 ## About the area Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighbourhood in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property. [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%7C34.02155%2C-77.90043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=03LSe4YZvYab5eMWO7AYLFIDuPo=) Carolina Beach, NC ### What's nearby - Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Carolina Beach Lake Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 37 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Sandspur - ‬2 min drive - ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive - ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer located? > Located in Wilmington Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach Lake Park and Mike Chappell Park. Carolina Beach Arcade and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gorgeous home 4 blocks from beach with central AC & washer/dryer Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beatrice H. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING Great house with all the necessities of home. Super clean and nicely decorated. ##### Beatrice H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul K. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient and Comfortable This home is located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to the beach. The state park and a paved multi-use (walk/bike) trail are nearby. Other attractions plus restaurants and retail are close by but not next door. The neighborhood is quiet. The home is spacious and well furnished. The beds are super comfortable. We definitely enjoyed our stay. ##### Paul K. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon B. 7 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very close to Ocean, within walking distance of restaurants and ice cream shop. House was Comfortable, peaceful place! It was clean, roomy, and had unique décor that I loved! Did not have need to contact Vacasa/VBRO while staying. Everything was exactly as described. Will stay again! ##### Sharon B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hope A. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### June 2024 The house was clean and comfy. Just as listed. In a great location. The information book was very helpful. We liked that all the drawers and cabinets were labeled, so things were easy to find. ##### Hope A. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim D. 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great place to stay about a 5 minute walk from the beach. House is well supplied, including beach supplies, and host left a detailed welcome book stating how to use various electronics and appliances as well as recommendations for things to see and places to eat. All cupboards and light switches were labelled which made finding things easier. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Kim D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patriz S. 24 Aug 2024 #### Very Nice! Perfect walking distance to the beach. The house is very cozy and nicely kept. You can tell the owners take pride in making sure every piece and color of decoration matches and lines up to the overall beach theme of the house. It look and smell clean the moment we entered the property. It also came equipped with everything you need. The kitchen is complete from plates,flatware, pots and pans to everything you need if you decide to cook while on vacation. The house also comes with beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes that you can use making it very convenient during our stay. ##### Patriz S. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fox House, Studio Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plymouth-Hotels-Fox-House.h19921438.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Jersey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Jersey-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d55539-tSpaHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels near London Dungeon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Dungeon-Hotels.0-l6079027-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Bentota Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Beach-Hotels.0-l6121082-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Asheville-Hotels-The-Omni-Grove-Park-Inn.h438107.Hotel-Information) > > [4 Star Hotels in Mansfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Mansfield-Hotels.s40-0-d6047095.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Scandic Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockholm-Hotels-Scandic-Park.h21369.Hotel-Information) > > [Catahoula Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Orleans-Hotels-Selina-Catahoula-New-Orleans.h13390778.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Robin Hood's Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Robin-Hoods-Bay-Hotels.s50-0-d6337638.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Relais & Châteaux Heritage Madrid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Relais-Chateaux-Heritage-Madrid.h18184736.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverness Apartments - Courtyard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Inverness-Apartments-Courtyard.h23227926.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cushendun](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cushendun-Hotels.d6139251.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Aberystwyth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberystwyth-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d182842-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Norwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Hotel-With-Connecting-Rooms.0-0-d2620-thotelwithconnectingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Prestige](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mecca-Hotels-Elaf-Al-Mashaer-Hotel.h7081572.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Kyle Of Lochalsh Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyle-Of-Lochalsh-Station-Hotels.d6042793.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Florida Vacation Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Florida-Vacation-Villas.h1336960.Hotel-Information) > > [The Garrison](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Garrison.h24101351.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Wyndham Austin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Austin-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Austin.h20597750.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Kowloon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Kowloon-Hotels.s50-0-d6059.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Frensham Little Pond](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frensham-Little-Pond-Hotels.0-l6281824-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Vilnius (VNO) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/vno/lhr/vilnius-to-london) > > [Flights from Newquay (NQY) to Frankfurt (FRA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nqy/fra/newquay-to-frankfurt) ### Cars > [Car hire in Toledo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Toledo.d602174.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Car hire in Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Beverly-Hills.d6912.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Scarborough Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scarborough.d5680.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Mt. 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