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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach.   When you book your Cape Fear getaway with Victory Beach Vacations, the fun doesn’t end when you leave the beach, it continues with an array of privately-owned properties outfitted with all of the amenities needed for a fabulous beach vacation.   Jenna Lanier, General Manager, explains that her family first opened the rental and property management business in 2002. At the forefront of Victory Beach operations is Lanier’s mother, Caroline Meeks. Meeks is both the Broker in Charge and co-owner with husband, Buck Meeks, who manages the Field Services team with Lanier’s husband, Scott.   For nearly 20 years, the Victory Beach team has worked tirelessly to establish a network of top-of-the-line rental properties for Cape Fear visitors to enjoy. “As far as our properties go,” explains Lanier, “they are all updated, well-furnished and appointed. “We have always performed post-cleaning inspections and since the pandemic, have put freshly laundered duvets over all of the comforters between rentals.”   Lanier emphasizes how important the guests experience is “we strive to give our guests a relaxing, stress free, memorable vacation.” This emphasis on customer service has led to Victory Beach Vacations having a 4.8 Google rating with over 300 reviews by happy owners and guests.In addition to Victory Beach’s superior sanitation practices, the company offers properties for every type of visitor. Choose from luxury oceanfront houses and condos to more reasonbly priced 2nd row properties with oceanviews. Many properties include pools and hot tubs as well, perfect for outdoor entertaining, and many are dog friendly.   Lanier also notes that all properties are within walking or driving distance to Pleasure Island’s main attractions – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. The former, as described by Lanier, is the more commercialized of the two destinations and features a boardwalk, outdoor dining options and a plethora of weekly activities including fireworks, live music, amusement park pop-ups, and movies under the stars. Kure Beach offers a more residential feel with its fishing pier, intimate restaurants and family favorite, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.More water fun awaits, too. “There is a harbor and a canal that feed into the intercoastal. We have several properties on the harbor so guests can bring their boat, kayak, [or jet ski] and travel between islands,” says Lanier.   A stay with Victory Beach Vacations is an annual pilgrimage for most. “A large percentage of guests are previous guests. Some even reserve the same property for the next year as they’re checking out,” Lanier says. “It’s almost like it’s their personal vacation home.”   Even before guests arrive at their vacation destination, the Victory Beach Vacations’ website greets them with a live beach cam and exquisite aerial footage of both Carolina and Kure Beaches. See for yourself by scanning the QR code and call Victory Beach Vacations at 910.458.0868 to book your Cape Fear getaway. Start making your memories today! —Grace Silipigni

1A - Pet-Friendly Ground Level 2 bedroom...
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Savor the comfort of this condo located on ground level with a great view of the 2nd green of Oyster Bay Golf Links. The condo is pet friendly (modest dogs under 35 lbs) with a non-returnable pet fee per pet and up to 2 dogs allowed. The floor plan features adjoining dining/kitchen and living areas with two enormous sets of sliding glass doors and huge windows to savor a spectacular view of the golf course and property grounds. The kitchen is completely-equipped and the dining area has a table for four with a raised bar offering additional seating for four. An outdoor patio accessible from the living room area is the ideal spot to appreciate calming after a day on the beach or the golf course. Watch golfers test their putting skills on the green and observe the native coastal wildlife. The condo has wireless Internet and three T.V.s (streaming service only using your own accounts/Guest Mode) with a DVD player in the living room for entertainment value. There are two bedrooms and two full baths. The master bedroom is equipped with 2 Queen beds and the master bath has a walk-in shower. The front bedroom also has 2 Queen beds and private bath with tub/shower enclosure. The front bedroom has a private screened porch area with sliding glass door access. The condo has central heat & air along with a sizable ceiling fan in the central area for comfort in every season. A front laundry room has a full-sized washer and dryer available for guest use. The community grounds have an outdoor pool, charcoal grilles and tennis courts with basketball goal on site. Free linens, towels and departure cleaning service are supplied for every rental. Sunset Beach is only a 3-mile drive away and is an unspoiled barrier island with soft sand and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Reserve this condo for the ideal golf and beach hideaway!* 2 Queens (master bedroom) 2 Queens (front bedroom)* Smoke-complimentary condo* Pet-friendlyNote: The community HOA does not allow any type of trailers to be parked on-site

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor under the sun can enjoy an active excursion or just a day of splashing around at this all-encompassing amusement center.

Reel Time Off NEW, Pool, Boat Slip, Gear...

Summary:????️ Coastal Comfort with Stunning Sound Vistas | 3BR/3BA + Pool, Boat Slip & GearWelcome to Reel Time Off, your ideal beach hideaway on the relaxing North End of Carolina Beach! This cavernous and family-friendly 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo has everything you need for a calming and adventure-filled stay—with unbeatable vistas to match.☀️ Wake Up to the ViewStart your day with coffee on the private balcony, overlooking the sound and watching boats head out. You’ll also appreciate a front-row seat to Carolina Beach parades and fireworks. On clear days, you can see all the way to Wrightsville Beach!Located in the beautiful North End of Carolina Beach, just a 4-min. walk from the beach and close to Freeman Park and the North End Pier, this third-floor condo will wow you from the moment you arrive.????Everything You Need for Fun in the Sun• ✅ All bedrooms have intelligent TVs, cable, ceiling fans, and sizable closets• ✅ A entirely supplied kitchen ideal for cooking and entertaining• ✅ Washer and dryer in-unit• ✅ High Speed WiFi• ✅ Private boat slip• ✅ Community pool (HOA)• ✅ Paddleboards + bicycles + beach gear supplied• ✅ Fishing tackle and rods (NC fishing license required)• ✅ 4-min. walk to the beach (wagon included!)• ✅ Cavernous layout ideal for families or groups• ✅ 2-floor condo with vaulted ceilings • ✅ Extensive capacity ice maker at pool home ???? Whether you're relaxing poolside, exploring by paddleboard, or heading to the beach for the day, Reel Time Off is your home base for both relaxation and fun. ????Supplied for your stay hand soap, dish soap, toilet paper, laundry detergent, pool towels, cleaning supplies & trash bags to get you through your stay. We also supply shampoo, conditioner, and body soap so you don't have to run back out to the store.Please Note: - No smoking or vaping inside the condo or patio (community area on the property) - No family pets in this unit, the unit is pet-complimentary - Must be able to climb stairs (3rd floor unit, no elevator) - No Trailers or boats allowed on building property (HOA Rules) - No charging golf carts or electric cars (HOA Rules)The Space:You will receive a 4 digit door code on the day of you arrival.Guest Access:Reel Time Off is located on the top floor of the Yachtsman. There are stairs to access the unit, no elevator (indoor stairwell). Accommodation for 2 cars.Other Things to Note:Carolina Beach, North Carolina is the ideal coastal hideaway packed with fun for everybody. Spend your days relaxing on the sandy beach, paddleboarding or surfing the waves, or exploring the iconic Carolina Beach Boardwalk with its stores, arcade, and classic oceanside eats like Britt’s Donuts. Take one of the bicycles and cruise around town, hike the breathtaking trails at Carolina Beach State Park, or head out on a boat tour to spot dolphins and take in the sunset. From beach bars and live music to fishing off the dock, paddleboarding, and weekly fireworks in the summer, there’s always something happening in this vibrant, laid-back beach town.** We do not rent to groups of guests under 25 years of age through Airbnb. Adults under 25 years of age must be accompanied by a parent.

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Top 10 Things to do in Brunswick NC

When you’re vacationing on the Brunswick Islands, it can be hard to figure out what to do first. Boasting miles of stunning shorelines, lots of attractions and activities, and plenty of shops and restaurants, this southern North Carolina region earns its reputation as one of the most all-encompassing beach vacation spots on the coastline. So start planning your upcoming vacation by ensuring these popular things to do are on your itinerary. From world class golf courses to stunning landscapes that truly shine at sunset, the Brunswick Islands offer miles of fun around every sandy corner.

Near Fishing Pier & Golf: Sunset Beach S...

Looking for a peaceful escape for your next solo excursion or couple's hideaway? Look no further than this 1-bathroom vacation rental studio in Sunset Beach, NC! With a convenient location near fashionable attractions, this comfortable home offers the ideal launching point during your stay. Tug along your boat and head to Sunset Beach Boat Ramp for a day on the water! After you've soaked up some sun, venture out and visit Calabash for iconic seafood dining and shopping opportunities. Adventure awaits!-- THE PROPERTY --Family-Friendly Neighborhood | In-Unit Laundry | Free WiFiStudio: Queen Bed, Full Sleeper CouchHOME FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, 2-person dining table, walk-in showerKITCHEN: Hot plate, microwave, toaster oven, refrigerator, dishware/flatwareGENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, mini-split air conditioningACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, 2 steps to enterPARKING: Shared circular driveway (2 cars), boat/trailer parking, complimentary street parkingADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site in attached unit with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both units, please inquire for more information prior to booking-- THE LOCATION --BEACHES & MORE: Sunset Beach Town Park (0.7 miles), Sunset Beach Boat Ramp (0.8 miles), Carl Bazemore Bird Walk (1 mile), Bald Beach (2 miles), Sunset Beach Fishing Pier (2 miles), Bird Island Reserve (3 miles), Kindred Spirit Mailbox (3 miles), Ocean Isle Beach (5 miles), Port of Wilmington (47 miles)GOLF: Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center (1 mile), Brunswick Golf Trail (1 mile), Oyster Bay Golf Links (2 miles), Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club (4 miles), The Pearl Golf Course (5 miles), Thistle Golf Club (5 miles), Crow Creek Golf Club (10 miles)CALABASH (~6 miles): Callahan's of Calabash, Calabash Marina, gift stores, local eateries, stores, fresh seafood, coffee stores, fishing chartersMYRTLE BEACH (~33 miles): Barefoot Landing, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade, SkyWheel Myrtle Beach, beaches, golf, family attractionsAIRPORT: Myrtle Beach International Airport (37 miles)-- REST EASY WITH US --Evolve makes it simple to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.-- POLICIES --- No smoking- No family pets allowed- No events, events, or sizable gatherings- Must be at least 25 years old to book- Additional costs and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in- NOTE: The single-story home requires 2 steps to enter- NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns that border Wilmington, visitors will find that there are plenty of options when it comes to cruising the coast.

Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an important habitat for countless coastal species. Hard to reach but wonderfully isolated, visitors who make a trip to this literal deserted island will be rewarded with great shelling, beautiful landscapes, and miles of beaches to go around.

Game on Fishes / 3312 W Beach Drive - Co...
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It’s “GAME ON FISHES!”  Check out this marvelous and newly refreshed four bedroom, two bathroom 2nd ROW BEAUTY AND TOTAL BEACH PACKAGE that is under new ownership with future improvements already in planning!  Soak up the striking ocean vistas from the covered front porch, let your feet savor luxury vinyl plank floor, relax on new furnishings, play games or just read in the open floor plan, prepare your favorite meals in the completely equipped kitchen with charming Dekton countertops, take an outside shower and appreciate the underneath play area with new Tiki Bar, or head to the simple beach access for some fun in the sun! And can I bring my two dogs? Yes of course!  Located on the exclusive and elevated west end portion of Oak Island, you will immediately feel at home in this clean & fresh 4BR/2BA beach home (BR1:1Q, BR2:1Q, BR3:1Q, BR4:2T Bunk(4T).  The kitchen, dining and living areas all combine to create a first level focal point where family time and memories will be made.  The great room is flanked on the east and west sides by two bedrooms and one full bathroom each providing the ability for two families to share their vacation time together!   Unwind, read or watch the beach traffic go by from the comfort of the covered front porch rockers while appreciating the sea gulls dive for bait and the pelicans streamlining along the tops of the sea oat adorned dunes.  This fantastic location offers vistas of the ocean but also of the backside slough and will provide you and your family with immediate satisfaction and enjoyment!  Ample parking space and outside storage for your beach gear.  D/W, W/D, ceiling fans, TVs, WIFI & H/C outside shower.  No smoking, Dog friendly (max 2 dogs w/ fee).  Departure maid service and linens supplied.  3-nighttime minimum prices available outside of prime/peak seasons.  Check-In: 3-5PM, Check-Out: 10:00AM   

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Brunswick Islands Top Attractions

While it’s easy to spend a full vacation relaxing on the beach or on the golf course, visitors who spend some time off the sand or the greens will discover that the Brunswick Islands are brimming with enticing attractions. From the historic museums and lighthouses, to the casual fishing piers with island-wide ocean views, these are the “can’t miss” destinations for visitors who love a coastal adventure.

Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape Fear area. A favorite activity for locals and visitors alike, the sheer variety of waters and terrain ensures that anglers of all tastes will never be too far away from a local fishing hole or a full-fledged fishing adventure.

Beach Bums: Bright and Inviting Oceanfro...
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4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath2 Queens | 2 Twins | 1 Twin-Double Bunk BedSavor this spectacular oceanfront beach home with beautiful expansive vistas of the ocean, lighthouse and both piers. This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.4 Intelligent TV's and complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet. Charmingly decorated, roomy, single-story home with cheerful, beachy décor and luxury vinyl floor throughout. Well equipped kitchen with appliances and ample seating for all. Painless beach access from the covered porch featuring welcoming rocking chairs, memorable sunrise AND sunset vistas, and a beach staircase and enclosed shower with hot and cold water. Super location - walking distance to Publix grocery store, ABC store, Dairy Queen, parks and farmers market. Available for off season units.

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Best Surf Fishing Gear for 2025

Once you have your coastal recreational fishing license in hand, it’s time to start thinking about gear. Anglers will find tons of options when it comes to equipment for casting into the surf, from custom designed rods and reels at local tackle shops, to name brand varieties that are designed for multiple areas along the coastline. Here are just a few of the most popular gear options for surf fishermen. Keep in mind that there are endless options available, and your local bait and tackle store staff will be happy to point you in the right direction if you have any questions about what you’ll need for successful surf fishing in any given area along the North Carolina coastline.

Brunswick Islands Beach Rules & Guidelines

The Brunswick Islands offer a number of communities where enjoying the beach is always a breeze. From the small town of Caswell Beach to the enticing and hopping town of Ocean Isle, here’s everything you need to know about enjoying this barrier island stretch of shoreline.

2 Homes! Coastal Vineyard Estate

NEW LISTING! Appreciate a unique hideaway opportunity to rent 2 homes on a calming and private vineyard estate. Located in Porters Neck, only 15 mins. from Wrightsville Beach and 20 mins. to historic downtown Wilmington, this home has everything your group is looking for in a beach vacation.

  • Wilmington
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Kure Beach Ocean Front Park & Pavilion

One of Kure Beach’s newest pubic parks is already becoming one of its most popular, thanks to a prime location along the oceanfront, and a host of concerts, shows, and special events that have all been held within its borders. The Kure Beach Ocean Front Park & Pavilion is home to the town’s largest public green space, and is perched along the oceanfront, inviting visitors to stop by and admire the scene. Fun for big community-wide events and everyday visitors alike, this park is charming both the visitors and locals of Kure Beach.

How Sweet The Sound - Great Dune Home in...
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Presenting the refreshed “How Sweet the Sound”! This wonderfully located home on Holden Beach has included a place for family memories for years and its new owners have newly modernized and refreshed the home for you savor! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms the home can comfortably host a family or group of couples or friends. The sun-drenched open concept living room and kitchen features vaulted ceilings and plentiful space to gather together. The additional sunroom provides an additional hang-out and play/game space and the back deck is ideal for appreciating Holden Beach’s famed sunsets. The Seahorse Bedroom features a new king bed, newly refreshed ensuite bathroom with shower and a constructed-in desk in the bedroom for remote-work if needed. The Sailboat Bedroom features a new queen bed and access to the home’s shared bathroom containing a shower/tub and plentiful counter space and storage. The Seashell Bedroom features a new pyramid bunkbed with a twin bed on top, full bed on bottom, plus additional twin trundle bed underneath. The room is just a few steps from the home’s shared bathroom. Updates to the home in the Fall/Winter of 2021 include: updated décor and color scheme, new beds, comforters and furnishings in the bedrooms, and a new huge-scale intelligent TV in the living room. The home is also well prepared for families with kids with a high chair, plentiful toys and books! Coastal Vacations can assist you with a pack-n-play rental if needed as well. The home is peacefully located on the third row, with partial ocean vistas from the living room, sunroom and back deck. Appreciate this and the ocean breeze and striking starry skies from the more peaceful third row that avoids the ocean boulevard traffic and faces a private neighborhood’s grassy knoll providing an broad view and occasional sailboat sightings in the intercoastal. You can be on the sand in less than five mins. thanks to very close beach access. When you’re not on the sand, you can appreciate the sound of the surf and ocean breeze from the back deck and lower patio. The lower patio features a picnic table, charcoal grille and outdoor shower next to the landscaped yard.New for 2023 the backyard is fenced in, a shaded seating area under the home, a putting green and a bocce ball court have been added. Bed linens supplied (Beds in bedrooms only) for weekly units. No Towels supplied can be rented.****The owner utilizes outside cameras for security purposes only.****

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Dog-Friendly House Just Steps From Beach...
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Dreams Come TrueOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Your Dreams Come True when you book this beautiful beach bungalow boasting an simple walk to the beach. This dog-friendly home features cavernous living, kitchen, and dining areas for everybody to savor. There is a queen couch bed in the living area, plus new stainless steel appliances, a new washer/dryer, and new living and dining room furnishings! You'll have three bedrooms and three baths with a queen bed and an attached bath that opens to the living area, plus a queen bed with an en suite bath on the upper level. There are two single beds, an attached bath with a shower, and a double couch bed on the lower level, plus a separate entrance. The covered porch has rocking chairs and there is an open back deck for sunbathing. This home also has an outside shower with hot and cold water, covered parking, central heat and air upstairs with a wall unit downstairs, a private washer/dryer, a microwave, a dishwasher, cable TV, a DVD player, and complimentary WiFi.Things to knowFree WiFiPlease note that the lift is not for guest use.If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to family pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 3 cars.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.

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Wilmington Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park, which encompasses a decent chunk of the popular Downtown Riverwalk, is a scenic region which will lure visitors into pulling up a bench seat, staying a while, and enjoying the miles of Cape Fear River views on the horizon.

Terrapin Station- Salty Carolina Vibes

TERRAPIN STATION is the ideal beachfront bungalow with that comfortable home feeling. This striking beach bungalow offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a deck that has ocean vistas for miles to see. Quant and cozy bedrooms to relax and relax and cavernous living/dining area for that ideal game nighttime with the family. Located in the heart of Oak Island close to everything you could need and want for your beach vacation. The kitchen is completely stock and accommodates 6 people.

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Fort Johnston - Southport Museum

Fort Johnston is a remarkable visitors’ center and museum that has deep historic roots in the early years of Southport’s long and storied history. Located on the edge of the waterfront downtown area along Bay Street, the stoic and regal looking brick structure, complete with four two-story white pillars, is an imposing but impressive site in this historic corner of the Cape Fear coastline.

Out of the Blue: Classic, Dog-friendly, ...
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4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms2 Kings | 1 Queen | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds | This vacation rental welcomes up to three dogs per reservation year-round.Five TV’s including two Intelligent TV's. There is extended cable on three of the TV's and a DVD player. Bluetooth stereo and high speed wireless internet access. Cavernous living room and kitchen area with laminate floor. Ocean side covered front porch with rocking chairs and an additional deck in the back with a charcoal and gas grille. Enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water. Modest fenced back yard. Covered parking for two cars with additional parking in the driveway of the front and back with entrances from both Beach Drive and Dolphin Drive.

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor under the sun can enjoy an active excursion or just a day of splashing around at this all-encompassing amusement center.

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport

Downtown Southport visitors who want to learn more about this community’s essential role in North Carolina history, or who just want to enjoy a rainy day adventure that’s filled with maritime culture, can pay a visit to the engaging North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Located just off of Moore Street a block or so away from the waterfront, this central museum is one of three state-sponsored maritime museums found along the coast, and is home to a treasure trove of exhibits that trace the lineage of this unique and storied coastal town.

Calabash Garden Tea Room And Gift Shop

Quaint and quiet with a lovely outdoor feel to it, Kathy and Anna feel they have accomplished what they set out to do, create a place where people can Sip, Relax and Enjoy Life for A While. Come visit us at The Calabash Garden Tea Room & Gift Shop, the only one of its' kind in Brunswick County and see for yourself what all the buzz is about!! Don't forget to check out our gift shop where you can purchase all 80 of our gourmet teas, tea pots, tea cups and everything you will need for your perfect tea party! Come make a memory!

Museum of Coastal Carolina

The Museum of Coastal Carolina is the only North Carolina Natural History Museum that’s located on a barrier island, and is a fun destination for visitors of all ages to dive deep into the unique and beautiful coastal region. Located in the heart of Ocean Isle Beach, just a couple blocks away from the oceanfront and the Ocean Isle Beach Pier, this rainy day destination will impress patrons with its wealth of natural, interactive, and eye-catching treasures.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2014, the Cameron Art Museum has grown over the past five decades into one of coastal North Carolina's premier collections of regional, national and international art, filling virtually every corner of its gallery space at its 17th Street and Independence Blvd. intersection location. The modern building with its trio of glass pyramid rooftops is easy to distinguish in Downtown Wilmington, however visitors are even more impressed when they walk through the doors and get a first glimpse of the permanent and rotating collections.

Battle House is a mission-based laser tag center that takes the traditional laser tag game to the next level. Suitable for adults and older kids, as well as private and corporate parties, the facilities feature 10,000 square feet of “battlegrounds” that create an exciting and adrenaline-pumping field of play.

Cardinal Lanes Beach Bowl is an expansive bowling center where amateurs and pros alike can test their skills in a fun and family-friendly environment. Perfect for afternoon or evening games, as well as private parties and celebrations, this accommodating bowling alley is a great destination for Wilmington visitors who are looking for something to do on the occasional rainy day.

The Children's Museum of Wilmington, located in historic Downtown Wilmington on Orange Street, is an ideal destination for adventurous kids who want a day full of imagination exploring the world of art, science, and even pirates! Designed for kids ages 1-10, the Children's Museum's mission is to inspire imaginative, independent thinking through hands-on, science, math and art experiences.

Enjoy a range of both indoor and outdoor fun with a visit to the enticingly named DefyGravity Wilmington. A unique trampoline park that’s home to a wealth active entertainment, this centrally located fun center is a great destination for visitors of all ages to enjoy a break from the beach, or an exciting dose of entertainment on that rare rainy day in the Cape Fear area.

iEscape Rooms offers an immersive and interactive experience that puts you in the middle of a real-life adventure that you'll never forget. Imagine you and your friends, family, or colleagues are trapped in a highly realistic, themed series of rooms. With only 60 minutes to escape, you must work together as a team as you race against the clock to explore your surroundings using logic, instinct, and critical thinking to find secret passages, solve puzzles, crack codes, and uncover hidden mysteries that will ultimately lead to your escape. Do you think you have what it takes?

Sometimes a name says it all, and the Museum of the Bizarre is a short but engaging trip through some of Wilmington’s more unusual chapters in history. A popular destination for weird-loving visitors and film buffs, the museum has a host of ever-changing exhibits that can include everything from props from locally-filmed movies or television shows to antique pieces that have a colorful backstory.

Wilmington’s youngest visitors can enjoy a full morning, afternoon or summertime camp of fun at Power of Play – a cool and entertaining destination for playground-worthy fun in an indoor setting. A perfect destination for rainy days, this fun center offers a wide range of programs including after school care, intersession camps, summer camps, and group events, allowing parents to enjoy a night out on the town, or to play side-by-side with their favorite young Wilmington explorers.

Join one of Hollywood East's most entertaining & self-important insiders on the Hollywood Location Walk. It's a 90-minute movie and TV show extravaganza through one of America's largest living film sets. See real Wilmington locations, props, interiors & set pieces from some of Wilmywoods biggest hits. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and if you ever want to work in this town again, you'll do it on cue.  

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