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East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic
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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
Our guests say this is a hidden gem in historic downtown Wilmington! This one-bedroom suite features a private bath, kitchen and temporary membership to Wilmington's exclusive City Club. Savor a comfortable living room complete with desk, couch and Roku TV. Sleep in the luxury QUEEN bed and relax in the enormous hottub tub or stand-up shower.Please note that the fireplaces are not functional, as they are many years old and just not safe. We hope to have them back for winter 2025. Also, we no longer provide parking with the stay. There are many paid and complimentary parking spaces in the downtown area.The Inn at City Club is within walking distance of many other fine and casual dining eateries, coffee stores, nightclubs and local theaters.
- Wilmington
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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.
Our roomy 3 bedroom 2 bath freshly modernized condo is ideal for your beach hideaway with friends or family, located half a block from the nearest beach access. Each bedroom has a queen size bed (linens supplied). Giant comfortable couch in the living room converts to a full size bed. Cook up a tasty meal with new appliances and cookware to appreciate indoors or out. Take in the ocean breeze on front and back decks with comfortable chairs, couch, and outdoor dining table. No events, smoking, or family pets
- Carolina Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
Coziness abounds in this beautiful bungalow. They say "good things come in modest packages"....well, you will certainly agree with that once you visit!! Whether you appreciate an evening indoors watching a movie or outdoors with a glass of wine on the cavernous front porch....you will feel welcomed and at home. Or perhaps you would like a bit more privacy sitting on the patio while you're grilling your favorite meal. I look forward to having you as our guest at the Pineapple Inn!!
- Wilmington
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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.
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.
Appreciate marsh, ocean and ICW vistas from this upper level, well-equipped and maintained condo. WIFI access, basic Cable in living room area. Bedroom one has a Queen with a TV . Bedroom two has 2 singles. Ceiling fans in both bedrooms. Chairs on balcony. Captain's Villas amenities include community swimming pool, tennis court, outdoor grilles and private access to the beach located between 1067 & 1069 OBW. Bed Linens (Beds in Bedrooms only) and Towels are included for Weekly Units only.RVs, Boats, Trailers, Golf Carts, Electric Motor Vehicles and similar items are not allowed in the Captain’s Villas parking lot. Renters are not allowed to invite guests to use the Captain’s Villas amenities (pool, tennis courts, private beach access). Conveniences are only for renters actually staying at Captain’s Villas. **POOL OPEN MAY 1ST THROUGH OCTOBER 31ST***
- Holden Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
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.
Expansive OCEANFRONT home with ELEVATOR on two tons in beautiful West Beach area. Handsome vistas of ocean and intercoastal waterway. Expansive home SLEEPS 22 with 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, 2 sizable common areas and sunroom. Kitchen equipped for enormous groups, dining room and kitchen nook. Huge Oceanfront deck, private boardwalk and gazebo lead to nearly private beach. Ideal home for all occasions including weddings and get-togethers*. Make lifelong memories at Rhapsody in Blue!*Events that exceed the number of people staying in the home will be charged a $1000 event fee.
- Oak Island
- 7 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 22
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.
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.
BEST FEATURES!Community Pool! Great sunroom and screened in porch 2 Golf Carts! Recently refreshed Come savor the serenity of our bungalow! It is tucked in the maritime forest with tons of privacy but convenient to all the islands amenities. Our community has a pool for your enjoyment and less than a 2 min golf cart ride to the beach! We have an open floor plan with the master and guest bedrooms downstairs and an additional private bedroom upstairs. The kitchen has been freshly updated with new appliances. We have a great sunroom, screened in porch, and wrap around deck that is ideal for outdoor entertaining. We have 2- 4 passenger golf carts and a Lifestyle Temporary membership to the BHI club can be purchased separately. This home is pet friendly. Please note that we do charge a $300 plus tax pet fee that is non-returnable.-wifi-4 beach chairs-Charcoal Grille-Both Keurig and regular coffee maker-Pack n Play-Crib-Booster Seat**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rentalTram Reservation Address: 7 Ibis Roost Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAYClub Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF OPTION AVAILABLE)**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availabilityAnimals: Yes (A $300 non returnable pet fee plus tax will apply)Golf Cart: (2) 4 pass golf cartCoffee Maker: BothGrille Type: CharcoalBikes: 4 Adult, 1 Child ** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gearCrockpot: YesHighchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be included with this homeBeach Chairs: 4WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)Interested in Units? **Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart units (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-units/**Linens and bath towels are supplied in rental**Please see club membership notes: It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.
- Bald Head Island
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
Reasons You Will Adore The CODtage: * Brand New, Meticulously Designed Home* Prime Location - Just Steps Away from the Beach and Downtown* Chef's Dream Kitchen with High-End Appliances and Induction Cook Top* Outdoor Shower* Digital Access* Welcome Gift: Discover a sand pail filled with fun gifts upon arrival.* Entertainment: Games and cards for all ages are available for your enjoyment.* Professionally ManagedDo you want to be in the best location on the island, just steps away from the ocean? How about a short 2-1/2 block walk to the boardwalk and downtown, where all the fun, eateries, music, and festivities await? If so, The CODtage is the ideal place for you! This comfortable and well-equipped getaway offers central heating and air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water, ensuring all the amenities and conveniences you need for a calming coastal hideaway.The heart of the home is the completely equipped kitchen and dining area, complete with a dining table for four, a flat-top stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and a Keurig coffeemaker. Adjacent to the kitchen, the inviting living room features two cozy couches, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan—ideal for unwinding after a day of beach adventures.The CODtage features two comfortable bedrooms: a primary with a king bed, flat-screen TV, and ceiling fan, and a second with a Twin XL over Queen bunk bed and ceiling fan—ideal for families. A shared bathroom with a tub/shower combo and a stacked washer and dryer add convenience to your stay. To enhance your experience, the cleaning fee includes towels, linens, and beach essentials like 5 beach towels, 2 adult and 2 kids's beach chairs, a beach umbrella, a beach blanket, and 2 body boards. The Bed Setup: Primary Suite: King BedSecond Bedroom: Twin XL over Queen Bunk Bed*You must be at least 25 years old to book and if your group is not related, no one can be under the age of 25 years old.*Even though Carolina Beach is a safe place, there are security cameras onsite for added security and safety of our clients*No events, home events, weddings, receptions, etc.*Those who SMOKE OR VAPE are not allowed for rental. No smoking or vaping-- indoor, outdoor or on-premises. This will result in a $500 fine.*NO Animals - Due to severe allergies, some homes may not allow service or support animals. You must disclose and get permission for any service and or support animals prior to booking.Area Attractions: Carolina Beach is a ideal family-friendly destination with a variety of attractions to keep everybody entertained. Families can walk along the lively Carolina Beach Boardwalk with its rides, games, and local stores, or discover nature at Carolina Beach State Park, home to hiking trails and rare Venus flytraps. Nearby, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers interactive exhibits that kids will appreciate, while Freeman Park provides beach access for fishing, swimming, and camping. Don't miss the historic Kure Beach Pier for fishing and ocean vistas, or relax at Carolina Beach Lake Park with paddleboats and playgrounds. For active fun, Tony Silvagni Surf School offers surf lessons for all ages. Carolina Beach has something for every family member to appreciate!
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 5
Make your vacation memories in a freshly modernized 3 bedroom 2.5 bath townhome at Carolina Beach! Plenty of room to spread out and 3 min walk to the ocean. Walk or bicycle to Tiki bar, eateries and the boardwalk.The first floor features an open design and well equipped kitchen ideal for gatherings and family dinners. Sit out on the deck overlooking a peaceful street. This floor also has a half bath and washer/dryer.Self-check in, high speed internet, beach chairs, grille, and beach toys. Golf cart available for rent.Three bedrooms upstairs and two bathrooms. Main bedroom with en-suite bathroom and private sundeck. Pack n' play is always available to use.
- Carolina Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Escape to a relaxing 1-bedroom condo in Sunset Beach. This adorable getaway offers all the essentials for a comfortable stay, including WiFi, heating, and AC. Unwind in the cozy bedroom and freshen up in the clean bathroom. Whether you're here for a weekend hideaway or an extended stay, this cool condo is the ideal home base. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place. Great for golfers and beach goers that don't need a lot.
- Sunset Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
This four bedroom coastal bungalow was finished in June of 2020 and still feels like a new home. The home is located only seconds to South Beach Access by golf cart and is a very short walk to the stores and eateries of the maritime market area. The bungalow features a traditional open floor plan with the kitchen, dining, living, laundry and master bedroom all on the first floor. All rooms offer plenty of windows accepting for incredible natural light throughout the day. The huge, well outfitted, gourmet kitchen features a humongous island with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, a nice sized pantry, and a sizable single basin sink. The master bedroom has a king bed, a 50 inch TV, a desk, and a cavernous bath with a tiled walk-in glass shower, double vanity, and separate water closet. Upstairs there are 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Upstairs bedroom 1 features a king bed, walk in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a tiled tub/shower combo. Upstairs bedroom 2 features a king bed, walk-in closet, and a 50 inch TV. Upstairs bedroom 3 is a kids room with two twin beds. There is an additional enormous bathroom upstairs with a double vanity and tiled walk-in shower. This home sleeps 8.If you appreciate indoor/outdoor living then this is the home for you. There are plenty of places to gather outside. The front porch with two rockers, a bench, and a full size outdoor couch (not pictured) is a gorgeous space to start your day with a cup of coffee and end your evening with a few drinks. Next, there is a screened in porch with a full size outdoor couch, coffee table and dining table for four. Finally, there is a deck with an outdoor table with umbrella that seats 6, plus an outdoor shower, gas grille and painless access to the double garage. This home offers a six passenger and a four passenger golf cart to discover the island.A lifestyle membership to the Bald Head Island Club is available with this rental but not supplied. This home offers GOLF access and it accepts you and your family access to the pools and eateries . We do not offer bicycles, as we do not maintain them, but you can rent them from Riverside Adventure or Coastal Urge on the island. Beach chairs and towels are included.
- Bald Head Island
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
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.
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.