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 freshly refreshed 3 bedroom home provides an ideal setting for everybody to appreciate - 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 savor 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 entirely 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 sizable dining table seats 6 and the island seats 4. The family room features a huge 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. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. 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

Getting the best vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in Carolina Beach. Reserving a rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is an excellent way to save on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area visitors guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Brunswick area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Make a plan and choose your prefect Brunswick area rental home:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your vacation dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Fish Tales-A Short Walk to the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property owner before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is best for your group.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Have a great stay:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let burglars spoil your holiday.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect for any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the property manager right away to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a wonderful vacation? Many rental managers make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.