Title: Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120687688&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats ## Photo gallery for Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats ![Studio (5 Bedrooms) | Property grounds - Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120687700/120687688/88a0b7bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Studio (5 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120687700/120687688/3af0286e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (5 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120687700/120687688/ae2cd2bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (5 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120687700/120687688/af2eabfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (5 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120687700/120687688/857680ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Carolina Beach Boardwalk is located near Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats, which provides a marina, a library and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122131 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats This smoke-free holiday home features a marina, a restaurant and a library. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a dryer. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3 bathrooms and a dining area, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven ### Dining - A restaurant ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Library - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Marina ### Laundry - Dryer ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Snorkelling - Ecotours nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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) ## Similar properties ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115977300/115977238/2106d407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats Wilmington Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=115977238&PinnedHotelID=115977238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/37500/37484/55432b98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus Coastline Inn Downtown Wilmington - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 17 Mar - 18 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=37484&PinnedHotelID=37484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Condo (2 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115977300/115977246/970249cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winds by Carolina Retreats Carolina Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=115977246&PinnedHotelID=115977246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105950000/105943200/105943135/c353c21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony: Walk to the Ocean Carolina Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=105943135&PinnedHotelID=105943135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118201200/118201150/ce917c08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Serenity by Carolina Retreats Carolina Beach - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=118201150&PinnedHotelID=118201150&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93600000/93594200/93594151/6fc83f7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright Carolina Beach Condo - Walk to Shore! 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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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 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. ## About the area Carolina Beach is home to this holiday home. 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. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [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%7C34.02492%2C-77.89563&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GAP3VHFXErskCKcTsxlmgdwruxc=) 1001 Carolina Beach Ave S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428 ### 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 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![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 12 min walk \- 0.7 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 \- 1.4 miles - Carolina Beach Lake Park 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Carolina Beach Arcade 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 16 min walk - Island Burgers And Bites 17 min walk - Nollie's Taco Joint 19 min walk - The Sandspur 12 min walk - Crush & Grind 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats? ### What time is check-in at Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats? ### What time is check-out at Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats? ### Where is Octopus's Garden by Carolina Retreats located? ## Have a question? 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