Spring Specials - 3rd Row Beach - Pet Friendly - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to The Little Ray! NEWLY Renovated in 2025. 3 min. walk to the sand! 5 Minute walk to the boardwalk.

- Private coastal, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Full size kitchen. Downstairs beach bungalow in Carolina Beach. Note : The upstairs unit is a separate unit.

- 1 block from the beach and short bicycle ride to the boardwalk. Next door to local eateries, The Spot & Uncle Vinny's Pizzeria.

- Follow us on IG @casasinthecarolinas !
The space
- Freshly remodeled Downstairs unit with open floor plan makes this the ideal getaway for 1 or 2. Private 1st floor entrance, not upstairs. Note: Unit upstairs is a separate unit.

- The living space has a couch with chaise and accent chair for comfortable calming. WIFI throughout entire unit with intelligent TV. YouTube TV supplied.

- The kitchen is supplied with essentials for cooking and a full sized refrigerator. Bistro table available for fast dinners or work from home vibes!

- Bedroom includes : 1 Queen Bed + Full Size Mirror + Blackout Curtains

- The back porch is an extension of the home with an outdoor living and dining area. Appreciate a sizeable backyard for pups and play. Note : It is not completely fenced in.

- Outdoor shower (with hot water) to rinse the salt off after a day at the beach!

- Pet friendly for friendly family pets! Please message us for pet approval PRIOR to booking. Non-returnable pet fee of $150 applies. Animals MUST be added to your reservation during the booking process to incorporate the pet fee into the total price. Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals allowed. Please review the home rules for our full pet policy.
Guest access
This is a shared property. This home is a duplex and the downstairs, ground level, unit is separately rented. Each space has its own private entrance and the spaces are not connected on the interior at all- there is no interior stairwell. There is separate assigned parking. The yard and outdoor shower is shared common space.
Other things to note
We are located next door to The Spot, a local restaurant. Great place to grab a drink, watch a game, or grab a meal. During their business hours they do play music and they have outdoor seating which creates noise. While we don’t find this disruptive during the day we have included a sound machine in the unit for painless sleeping.

Vacation rental tips and tricks:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in coastal NC. Book your Brunswick area rental home in the Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the 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 loved ones at the beach.
• Some owners offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Many rental management companies supply Brunswick area area visitors guides which often include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of 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 shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the perfect vacation rental in the Brunswick area area:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Spring Specials - 3rd Row Beach - Pet Friendly has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available online. If not, contact the property owner before you reserve your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is best for your vacation group.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.
• If there's a specific Brunswick area attraction you are enamored with, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Tips for your stay:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
• To make sure no damages are attributed to your visit, record any problem areas upon check in. text the rental manager right away to report your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be respectful. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to inspire more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.