Fish Tales-A Short Walk to the Beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1600 square feet

Welcome to Fish Tales (formerly known as Buddy's Bungalow) which is located on the North End of Carolina Beach, featuring Canal vistas and a short walk to the beach. This newly refreshed 3 bedroom home provides an ideal setting for everybody to savor - outdoors and indoors. Whether you're passionate about swimming, fishing, surfing or simply unwinding on the beach, there's no better place to stay.
The space
Fish Tales is just a short 4 min. walk to Periwinkle beach access and also a short walk to the North End Pier where the High Tide Parlor & Tiki Bar are located. If you have a 4x4 car, Freeman Park is a 1 min. drive from the home, where you can drive right out onto the beach and appreciate your day. Fish Tales (formerly known as Buddy's Bungalow) was purchased in 2023 and many updates have been made to the home along with all new furnishings, kitchen appliances, Ping Pong Table and much more!
Outdoor Areas.:
The enormous wrap around upper deck and front porch features a gas grille, rocking chairs, sun loungers, and two dining tables.
The lower area is covered featuring Adirondack chairs, tables, cornhole boards and a charcoal grille. The Game Room right off the lower patio features a Ping Pong table, dartboard and all of the bicycles, beach chairs, coolers, umbrella, beach toys and body boards are located in this room. The driveway and carport can accommodate 4-6 cars, and there is an area to charge your Golf Cart if you choose to rent one.
The Kitchen and Family space:
Open concept space with updated and completely supplied kitchen with new Quartz countertops, all new appliances featuring double ovens, (with an air fryer in lower oven), microwave, dishwasher, Keurig and drip coffee. The kitchen also has a blender, toaster, mixer, panini griddle, an abundance of glasses, and everything you need to prepare a full meal. The huge dining table seats 6 and the island seats 4. The family room features a sizable sectional and a 65 inch Roku TV. (*Be sure to bring your streaming subscriptions.) For rainy days we have an abundance of games, books and puzzles for all ages and of course the downstairs Ping Pong table!
Bedrooms:
Master: This room features a King size bed with new memory foam bed, 55 inch Roku TV, walk in closet , and en suite bathroom with walk in shower.
Bedroom 2: This bedroom features a Queen bed , 55 inch Roku TV and walk in closet.
Bedroom 3: This bedroom features 2 twin beds with new memory foam beds, 43 inch Roku TV, and walk in closet.
Bathroom 2: This bathroom features a combo shower/ tub.
There is a laundry room with washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board .
You will have the following items to help you feel at home:
1 roll of paper towels
2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
body soap in bathrooms
garbage bags
dishsoap
coffee pods
dishwasher pods
laundry pods
hand soap

Sheets for all beds
one towel/wash cloth per guest
hand towels for bathroom and kitchen

For outdoor fun at the beach we provide a beach cart, beach chairs, body boards, an umbrella, two coolers and toys for the sand. We also have 4 bicycles (2 of them are fat tire beach bicycles that can be ridden on the beach).
Guest access
You have access to all parts of the home except for the owners closet
Other things to note:
There is a Ring doorbell

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Halyburton Park and Carolina Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Carolina Beach rental booking tips:

When to reserve a Brunswick area rental & When to go:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To get the best value, consider changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Brunswick area visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Fish Tales-A Short Walk to the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible online. If not, email or call the property manager before you book the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges may be applied to your contract.

More considerations for your visit:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect your property!
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.