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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
Gorgeously Decorated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Totally Furnished and Roomy Second Floor Upgraded Condo. Within Walking Distance To 2 Pools, Hot tub, Tennis Court, Charcoal Grille, Picnic Tables and Champion Golf Course!Master Bedroom Has Queen Bed W/Separate Bathroom & Walk in Closet, Second Bedroom Has Queen Bed, Third Bedroom Has Queen Bed. TV In Family Room and Two Bedrooms. High-speed WIFI. Entirely Equipped Kitchen with Stove, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dishes, Pots & Pans, All Dinnerware Utensils, Coffee Maker, Toaster & Blender. Will Provide All Your Cooking and Dining Needs. Washer & Dryer. Towels (One Set Per Person) & Bedlinens (New Pillows, Sheets & Comforters). Savor Cards, Games, Puzzles & Books for Evening or Anytime Entertainment. Located In Sandpiper Bay's, Sunset Village, In the Charming Community of Sunset Beach. Whether You Are Looking for A Relaxing Beach Getaway, Reading on The Screened in Porch, Golfing at The Dan Maple Designed 27-Hole Sandpiper Golf Course or One Of The 30 Golf Courses in A 20 Mile Radius, You'll Find Plenty to Entertain You.Appreciate Nearby Kayaking, Kindred Spirit Mailbox, Bird Island Reserve, Ingram Planetarium, Vereen Memorial Gardens, Museum of Coastal Carolina, Fishing Charters, Surf/Pier Fishing, Dolphin Cruise, Horse Back Riding, Ziplining and Many Exceptional Eateries, Including the World-Famous Seafood Capital of The World, Calabash, only 5 Minutes Away. North Myrtle Is 15 Minutes South, Myrtle Beach 45 Minutes South and Wilmington 45 Minutes North.
- Sunset Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Looking for the ideal destination for your next vacation? Look no further than this impressive property that offers handsome vistas of both the ocean and close by marshlands. With its wide range of amenities and comfortable accommodations, this is really a "Great Place" to relax and appreciate the beauty of nature. Step inside to find a generously sized kitchen, completely equipped to meet all your culinary needs. The counter area comfortably seats up to six people, while the roomy dining table invites gatherings of up to eight—ideal for a family dinner or entertaining friends.Unwind in the oceanfront living area, ideal for appreciating a movie nighttime or simply watching the waves crash against the shore. The handsome environment enhances your relaxation, creating an memorable ambiance The lower level features a master oceanfront bedroom complete with a private bath, ensuring privacy and comfort. Additionally, a conveniently located half bath and laundry room are also on the first floor.Ascend to the top floor, where a cozy oceanfront sitting area awaits you. This inviting space includes a TV and a selection of books, making it the ideal getaway for relaxation. With direct access to the oceanfront covered porch, you can conveniently savor the invigorating ocean breezes.With four bedrooms upstairs, this home accommodates up to 12 guests, making it ideal for family get-togethers or vacations with friends. All bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans to ensure your comfort. Recently refreshed floor enhances the home's appeal, featuring opulent vinyl tile and updated carpets throughout.Step outside onto the broad 240-square-foot oceanfront gated lower deck, where you can soak up the sun. Savor a BBQ with the supplied charcoal grille. And don’t worry about leaving your furry friends behind—this home is pet-friendly (with an applicable pet fee), accepting you to bring up to two dogs along for your beach hideaway. After a fun-filled day at the beach, rinse off in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower, a convenient feature that makes post-beach cleanup effortless.Stay connected with high-speed internet (1 Gigabyte) throughout the home, ideal for sharing your vacation memories or catching up on work. Don’t miss out on the chance to create lifelong memories at this exceptional vacation rental. Book your stay today and experience firsthand why this is really a “Great Place” to enjoy your next hideaway!Bed linens (bedrooms only) supplied for weekly units. No towels included but can be rented through Coastal Vacation Resorts.Pet-friendly with payment of pet fee. (2 dogs allowed. Additional pet fee may apply)
- Holden Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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.
Coral Reef - Hide Tide - new for 2025! The upper suite of this adorable coastal bungalow home offers comfort with a touch of shabby-chic bringing all the calming vibes. This second floor 3 bed/1 bath unit is just one row from the beach where you can still hear the ocean waves and 1 block from the Intercoastal marina. Featuring a french door entryway, this 3 bedroom/1 bath suite offers a freshly furnished family room combined with an open dining area and entirely equipped kitchen (brand new stove/oven, refrigerator). The kitchen is outfitted with all of the basic cooking dinnerware and silverware, including for your littles Brand new modest appliances - microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender and more. New AC and ceiling fans to help keep you cool in the summer heat. The suite also includes a washer and dryer for your laundry needs.The TWO QUEEN beds offer plush luxury beds and the ONE FULL + TWIN bunk beds offer encased 8” memory foam/cooling gel composition bed. All beds, pillows and linens are new for the 2025 season. We hope our guests will be comfortable when it comes time to recharge after their fun filled beach days. Intelligent TV’s are placed in each room accepting guests to utilize personal subscriptions (such as Netflix or Hulu) along with a WIFI computer connection whether you want to sit back and appreciate some tv or movies or if you need to check your e-mail or work remotely. Guests are welcome to bring their own Fire Stick, Apple TV, Laptop w/ HDMI cable or another such casting device should they want.Outdoor Shower is located at the front of the home to help rinse the sea and sand off after a day at the beach. YARD: The yard is intended for both upper and lower suites to be able to congregate, BBQ, play, and have fun. Sit by the firepit, play a friendly match of corn hole, have a picnic, show off your grilling skills, you name it. Appreciate lunch/dinner outside at the picnic tables. FAMILY PETS:Please do NOT let your family pets run loose on the property, NC law requires dogs be leashed. Proper pet etiquette is essential for guests to help maintain a sanitary environment. Please clean up after your pets, they want to keep their paws clean too.Deck: Guests have access to their own private family sized deck. Including rocking chairs, a porch swing. Savor the sunrise and beach sounds while you have your morning coffee or listen to waves and look at the stars to end your day. PARKING: each suite has access to (2) 8'x14' assigned parking spaces. BEACH Access: the closest is at Oyster Shell Public Beach Access (Oyster Shell Lane). There is an access off to both the left and right of the property. Location: Pleasure Island/Carolina Beach is a coastal barrier island in Southeastern North Carolina just south of Wilmington. Carolina Beach is the ideal melody of friendly locals, snowbirds, and visitors all looking to escape the inland and savor the sand, surf, and sun. Some of these examples are (but not limited to) a subtle beach hike through Carolina Beach State Park, Fishing on the Kure Beach Pier, kayaking to one of the many islands surrounding the Intracoastal Waterway, watching canons blast during a historical reenactment at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, or petting some Sting Rays at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Take a walk through the pretty scenery of Airlie Gardens or board our very own battleship USS NC) in downtown Wilmington.Looking for some laid back fun? Enjoy our local Brewery (Good Hops) where you can play a round of Disc golf, Putter’s Pub for mini golf, take a stroll on the boardwalk, enjoy a ferry ride to Southport or even Bald Head Island - no cars here, just golf carts, bicycles and walks. Just a short walk to the boardwalk, eateries, and many other local spots. If you like adventures, the marina is also just a short walk to enjoy and plan a fishing trip, diving or take the event boat out for a sunset sail. Enjoy camping? Bring the 4X4 and drive (and camp) on the beach at Freeman Park, located on the North End of the island. Carolina Beach Lake is close by, hosting a weekly Farmer’s Market every Saturday, a playground and outdoor summer movies on Sunday’s. Enjoy BINGO and the CARNIVAL at the boardwalk and FIREWORKS every Thursday evening during the summer. Just a short drive to Kure Beach and you can fish directly off the fishing pier complete with the pier store for bait, tackle, and more! Linens (bed sheets, bath towels, wash cloths, bathmats and kitchen towels/sponges) along with pillows and lightweight all weather quilts ARE included in your suite rental!
- Carolina Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
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.
Wilmington visitors who want to spend a rainy afternoon taking in the newest summer blockbuster can make a date with the Carmike 16 movie theater. Offering multiple screens, which includes 3D and jumbo screens, this centrally located theater is a fine destination for family fun, a casual date-night, or just an excuse to hunker down with a warm bucket of popcorn.
The only enclosed mall within a 55-mile radius, Independence Mall is the Wilmington region’s dominant fashion-oriented shopping center. With more than a million square feet of space, the mall houses four anchors and a diverse variety of in-line tenants. We are currently conducting a sweeping redevelopment of this mall, which will transform it from a fully enclosed space into a modern, open-air retail destination. The redesigned space will feature a grocery-anchored power center, a completely updated enclosed mall corridor, a modern lifestyle streetscape of upscale dining and retail options, and a multi-tenant building complex that houses a wide array of specialty service providers.
Enjoy a night at the movies in a thoroughly modern environment with a visit to Regal Mayfaire Cinemas – a state-of-the-art movie complex that’s located in the posh and entertaining Mayfaire Community of Wilmington.