Dooley's Place | Steps to the Beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1225 square feet

Come relax and relax on the front porch of Dooley's Place! This home is charmingly decorated, well maintained, and located steps away from the beach! Dooley's Place has everything you need for a impressive family vacation with all of the amenities of home. This property accommodates up to 6 guests with 3 cavernous bedrooms and 1.5 baths (king and 1/2 bath in master bedroom, queen in second bedroom and 2 twins in the third bedroom).

Dooley's Place is comfortable and clean with an refreshed kitchen and all of the conveniences you need including an outdoor grille, outdoor shower, cable and WIFI, a screened in back porch, and a sizable backyard with an enclosed fence. The location of Dooley's Place is simply the BEST - you are 1 block from the ocean and in the most ideal spot on the island - within walking distance of the Ocean Grille/Tiki Bar, Granny's, Pop's, Uncle Vinny's, and The Peach Cobbler Factory. Be our guest and grab front row seats on the beach for the weekly fireworks display! Additionally, you are so close to Kure Beach, Fort Fisher, The Aquarium, Carolina Beach State Park and the Southport Ferry. We have ample room for parking and can't wait for you to stay with us -- don't forget to bring the family dog!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the very best rental experience:

Finding your best deal:

• In the Brunswick area area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer is high season in Carolina Beach. To find the best value, try changing your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Filter your rental search:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to vacation dates and a budget.
• Steps to the Beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Get details on breed, size, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More considerations:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your stay, record any problem areas during check in. Call the property manager right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.