Title: Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33483979&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach Beachfront condo with kitchen, steps from Carolina Beach ## Photo gallery for Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach ![Outdoor dining - Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484000/33483979/510b3e9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player - Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484000/33483979/c5276f0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484000/33483979/7996c85b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player - Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484000/33483979/0c1a8157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach (Carolina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484000/33483979/fcb2a6f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a beachside haven at this condo, boasting central AC, granite countertops in the kitchen and a spacious back porch. Relax with sling TV and internet inside or enjoy the nearby pool during warmer months. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7925 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach Carolina Beach's serene beaches welcome you as you relax in this peaceful ocean-view 2-bedroom condominium. Situated just a short walk from the iconic Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this property offers a prime location for you to soak up the coastal charm. Indulge in the inviting pool, all while staying connected with the complimentary high-speed WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delectable meals. Unwind in the comfort of the living area, where a smart TV with satellite/cable channels provides endless entertainment options. in the garage closet you will find beach chairs, kids sand toys and kites as well as other beach toys like boogie and skim boards. The last pic shows the current supplies in the closet as of April 10, 2025 but this changes as the season goes on. Venture out and explore the nearby University of North Carolina at Wilmington, just a 21-minute drive away, or stroll along the picturesque Carolina Beach. With the essentials like air conditioning, heating, as well as the added convenience of a washing machine and dryer, you can focus on creating unforgettable memories during your stay. Step out onto the private balcony and savor the coastal breeze, making this beachfront condo the perfect retreat for your next vacation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 925 square feet ## Similar properties ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15390000/15386700/15386624/276224cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront Downtown - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=15386624&PinnedHotelID=15386624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/919200/919171/60557ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront Downtown - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ### Property is also known as 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Oceanfront Condo Carolina Beach 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Oceanfront Condo 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Oceanfront Carolina Beach 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Oceanfront Condo With Pool Condo 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Oceanfront Condo With Pool Carolina Beach ## About the area Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near theme parks and 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. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carolina-Beach.dx86785) [View more Condo rentals in Carolina Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carolina-Beach-Condos.d86785-aaCondos.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%7C34.03950%2C-77.88949&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Jf5Sllod8gIGnUpuBBF-fFOpukI=) 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 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 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 9 min walk - Island Burgers And Bites 8 min walk - Cape Fear Boil Company 3 min drive - Riko's 17 min walk - Nollie's Taco Joint 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach have a pool? ### Is Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach? ### What time is check-in at Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach? ### What time is check-out at Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach? ### Where is Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax Oceanfront at our 2-bedroom condo in Carolina Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 111 8 - Good 25 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol T. 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect views. Comfortable home. Thoughtfulness about what was provided. Very clean and comfortable. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/776b8bda-378d-4c8c-bb15-f29a0c27a5a0-1762512935344.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Carol T. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra C. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mini vacation Great place to stay clean and a great view. ##### Sandra C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary A. 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Location Clean, well stocked and perfect location. Very attentive host and any question was answered promptly. Enjoyed the beach. ##### Mary A. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill B. 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Location great. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Bill B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Nice and clean, updated and overall great place…will stay again. ##### Kelly M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tacie J. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay We had a wonderful. Location was perfect, steps from the beach. We hope to return! ##### Tacie J. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rommel M. 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday weekend getaway Very nice place to stay, clean and lots of room for 3 adults and 2 kids. It has everything we needed for our stay. Very close to the beach and local restaurants. ##### Rommel M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg H. 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Getaway Very comfortable and convenient to boardwalk! ##### Greg H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bev M. 10 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Vacation Rental This was our first time at Carolina Beach and we had a wonderful vacation. The listing was spot on and communication with Andrew was super. We appreciated being able to bring our dog with us and letting her enjoy the beach. I would recommend this condo to anyone looking to rent in Carolina Beach and we would not hesitate to rent this condo again. ##### Bev M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy H. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Girls Trip Perfect location for us! We loved being able to walk to the beach in minutes. The view from the balcony was so relaxing. Andrew was quick to answer any questions and often checked in to make sure things were good. ##### Amy H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary T. 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach vacay April The unit was clean and neat. The view was excellent. We had everything we needed. Home away from home. ##### Mary T. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen S. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! Loved the place and location! Andrew was great in making the stay a success! ##### Stephen S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lila L. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience Exactly as advertised, beach front was great, parking was good, host was very helpful and communicative, bed was comfortable. We would definitely stay here again and hope to! ##### Lila L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica H. 14 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Peaceful and quiet location, wonderful space to rejuvenate. ##### Veronica H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Melvin K. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### 2nights We had a wonderful time. The direct beach access was great. We were able to walk to everything. Only negative comment is the master bed has a big dip in it and the shared stairwell to the property smelled bad. ##### Melvin K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CIndy K., Quakertown PA 23 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Beach week Had a good time, house was nice close walk to the beach ##### CIndy K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy L. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Condo was great, we had a good experience Condo was nice just as described, very close to beach ##### Amy L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick S. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Carolina Beach Christmas Awesome place, convenient to all other points of interest. Place was clean and spacious. ##### Patrick S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita M. 24 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location in Carolina Beach The property is clean and pet friendly. You are steps away from the beach and can walk to many different places to eat and shop. ##### Anita M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April B. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place & Great Location The condo was just as described. It was very clean and close to everything. Host was also very responsive and accommodating. ##### April B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl B. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Vacay May 24 It was everything we had asked for. Super clean and comfortable. Great place. ##### Cheryl B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Therese B. 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation We had a great week. This location is perfect for walking to all restaurants and shops. The unit was clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Therese B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara M. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We had a wonderful week at this property! It was clean and located to everything we needed and it was a quick walk to the beach. We even got to see some beautiful moonrises! Highly recommend! ##### Sara M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer K. 14 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Perfect views. Quiet little beach town ##### Jennifer K. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen M. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Always a pleasure! Super nice unit, easy parking and great location! ##### Ellen M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ---