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Spectacular Oceanfront Condo - Once Upon A Tide

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On the beach
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Carolina Beach

When you a stay at this condo in Carolina Beach, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Lake Park. .This beach condo is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carolina Beach Arcade.
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 17 min walk
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min drive
  • Freeman Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spectacular Oceanfront Condo - Once Upon A Tide

Fully updated oceanfront condo with an unbeatable ocean view located in the heart of Carolina Beach! This 3rd floor, 2 bed/2 bath, oceanfront condo is equipped with everything you need for an unforgettable visit to Carolina Beach. The unit is located within walking distance of the Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Lake Park, a variety of restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and many other popular local attractions.

Coral Surf has a private beach access behind the building as well as a private pool open between May and September. Or you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the sounds of the ocean from the top floor balcony. The view is particularly stunning early in the morning when the sun first rises.

The fully equipped kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, toaster, washer/dryer, utensils, plates, cups, pots/pans, etc. General amenities include dish washer, Wifi, central heat/air, covered parking for 2 cars, keyless entry, fully equipped kitchen, linens, bath towels, beach towels, cable TV with premium movie channels, and several games. We also have a beach wagon, tent and toys available for your use!

We've spent the time to make our condo TURNKEY so that you can spend your time with your family, relaxing, enjoying the views, and making memories.

As a standard, high season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) bookings have a 7-day minimum requirement with a Saturday check in. Please check our calendar for availability.

IMPORTANT: This is a non-smoking unit (including E-cigs/Vaping), and no pets are allowed in the entire complex.

Guests have access to the entire condo, and are also welcome to use community pool and the private beach access!

Our condo is located just south of the boardwalk and the heart of Carolina Beach. It is only half a mile from the boardwalk and directly behind the Carolina Beach Lake. The Lake offers a wonderful walking trail, picnic tables, grills and paddle boats. In the summer the Lake also does free Outdoor Movies and concerts. There is also a Farmer's Market every Saturday during the summer months.

Most attractions are within walking distance!
1) Minimum age requirement is 25 years old to rent this property.
2) No smoking of any kind is allowed (including e-cigarettes and vaping).
3) No pets are allowed.
4) No parties are allowed.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free condo features books, games, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Alex Jenkins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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Spectacular Oceanfront Condo - Once Upon A Tide Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on Carolina Beach
This is a beautifully appointed condo with a great view and covered balcony. It is conveniently located to everything. It is our second time staying here, for good reason, and we can highly recommend it. We like to come off season and there is still so much to see and do when it gets cooler/cold. Great hosts!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
3c
Property was nice,it had a couple issues,but it didn't bother us.we were just there to relax,and thats what we did.thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Great view and location. Look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again- beautiful view, clean, highly recommend
We had a fantastic experience, the view from the balcony is perfection no matter the time of day. I would caution anyone who has trouble walking that it is a walk up about 4 flights of stairs. However, the walk is worth it for the view from the balcony and the clean, lovely furnished space. The beds were also very comfortable with plush comforters and pillows. Highly recommend and we will hope to stay there again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!!!
Carolina Beach is a hiddwn gem. The beaches are beautiful and the condo what absolutely fabulous. Clean with a beautiful ocean view. We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place with amazing location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The property is just like the pictures - actually better than the pictures! Really well decorated and spacious. The balcony was probably our favorite spot where we could sit and watch/listen to the ocean. The location of this unit was ideal as well. Since the area is not right by large hotels/condo units, we felt like we had a more private section of the beach. The owner was great with communication and responded promptly. We also enjoyed the smaller touches like shampoo/conditioner/body wash in each bathroom plus the beach equipment. Good parking as well. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Times
This was just an awesome property to stay in. The host is awesome and we’ll get back to you in a very quick period of time. This place is located A perfect spot short walks or short drives get you anywhere me and my family would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Nice place Good communication
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathreen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, relaxing, beautiful!!
Absolutely stunning condo with every amenity needed! We loved sitting out on the balcony with views of the ocean and beach. Hosts quickly responded to all questions. We couldn’t have picked a more perfect place to vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
The view from the balcony, living room, and the kitchen is tremendous. What can be better than enjoying your morning coffee as you watch the sunrise and the dolphins slowly swimming by. The condo is clean and suits its guests very well. Would my wife and I being willing to stay here again? The answer is absolutely, yes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Enjoyed the stay and accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste R., Morrisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great location!
This is a great condo. It's clean, nicely appointed, great location, and the property management are friendly and quick to respond. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful condo!
My husband and I came for New Years to enjoy some quality time. The condo was gorgeous with amazing views. The owners were very nice and answered our question on an item right away. Walking distance to the boardwalk and restaurants. The covered porch overlooking the ocean was a huge bonus with comfortable lounge chairs, and we did actually see the civil war shipwreck on low tide.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness
October
Clean and had everything we needed. Great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!
Once Upon A Tide is a top floor unit in a well maintained older condominium in downtown Carolina Beach. With its pair of side by side sliding doors, the view is unmatched and the deck is perfect. Everything worth experiencing is an easy walk. Behind us was a park which was a great place to walk when the beach was too windy. It surrounds a lake whose visible inhabitants — egrets, ibises, turtles, ducks, etc. — were fun to watch and informative plaques re flora and fauna are artfully placed along the path. Furnishings in the condo are tasteful and comfortable — great beds! — and the kitchen and bathrooms have been adequately updated given the space limitations. All in all a great week in a great place in a great neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place!
Great access to beach, beautiful place, everything we needed was there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B., Monroe, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Condo with Amazing Views
This condo was perfect for me, my husband and my parents. It was extremely well maintained, very clean and comfortable. It exceeded ALL of our expectations. The view was amazing and the balcony was plenty big enough for all four to be outside at the same time without feeling crowded. The owners are very responsive and have provided all the conveniences of home. We will definitely try to rent here in the future. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Love the location and view of the Beach. Convenient to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation rental
So close to the beach. Well appointed. The views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
The property was spotless, views incredible, great communication from owners and had everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place we have rented in North Carolina.
We have stayed in Nags Head, Topsail Beach, Wrightsville Beach, and Myrtle and Folly in SC and this was the best condo to date. Loaded with everything you need such as beach towels beach chairs all kitchen items even spices. The deck is fantastic with phenomenal views. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean condo, great view!
The property was clean and very well equipped, with a terrific balcony and a great ocean view. We went in the off season, but the location was convenient to several restaurants. Checkin and checkout were both very easy and convenient. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ayesha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Easy process.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Anniversary Trip
We wanted some place special to celebrate our anniversary of 42 years. We found the perfect place. The location was great and the accommodations, very comfortable. Being right on the beach, my favorite places was lounging in the comfy deck chairs. Our host(s) we’re always very responsive to my questions. Our week was very special!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022