Experience the charm of Carolina Beach at Riptide, a 4-bedroom duplex with comfortable and welcoming features. Enjoy ample parking, convenient beach access and lovely upgraded amenities like hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, glass tile backsplash and smart TVs.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Get caught up in "Riptide"
This stunning duplex is guaranteed to pull you in – hence the name “Riptide”! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a wonderful location and lovely upgraded features, this home is extremely comfortable and welcoming. With ample parking and convenient beach access this home has a lot to offer. Load up the car and your four-legged family members and head to Carolina Beach today!
As you enter “Riptide” you are greeted by the beautiful hardwood floors and open living space. A large sectional sofa overlooks the kitchen and dining area and make s a great place to gather with family and friends. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances and complimented by fabulous glass tile backsplash. A sizable pantry provides plenty of storage for groceries and the well-stocked kitchen ensures that meal preparation will be a breeze. The kitchen table is perfect for sharing home cooked meals, but the sit-in counter bar offers additional seating for guests or a casual breakfast before hitting the beach.
Down the hall the first guest bedroom makes wonderful accommodations for youngsters as it is furnished with a pyramid bunk bed and smart tv. There is an additional twin size trundle bed that stows away below the full bed for additional occupants. Across the hall there is a full bathroom that shares jack and jill access to the adjoining king guest room. The king guest room is comfortably furnished and offers a closet as well as a smart tv for your guest’s comfort. A third guest bedroom is furnished with a queen bed and has access to a private ensuite bathroom. At the end of the hall, you will find the primary suite. Furnished with a lush king-sized bed, this suite includes a large bathroom complete with dual vanities, a private water closet, walk in shower, and large garden tub. The primary bedroom also includes a dedicated workspace and has access to a private balcony.
Make your plans today to enjoy this comfortable and spacious duplex with your family and your dogs. You will be just a stone’s throw away from Freeman Park, so bring your 4x4 and enjoy driving on the beach where you can truly get away from the crowds. The North End is nearby, and the family friendly nature of Pleasure Island offers endless activities for all ages. The North Carolina Aquarium and the Fort Fisher historical site are great day time activities for everyone to enjoy. Catch a ferry ride over to Southport for the day for some great local dining options or spend the day hiking in the maritime forest of Carolina Beach State Park. Venus fly traps and native pitcher plants can be spotted in the park seasonally and make a truly memorable experience!
Occupancy: 9 Stay Requirements: Flexible arrivals in summer with a 3-night minimum stay. Minimum of 2-night stay in other seasons. Bedding Configuration: 2 King, 1 Queen, 1 Pyramid (Twin/Full). Parking: Assigned parking on site for 4 vehicles. Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-refundable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of pets are selected. Nonrefundable fees are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not included automatically when booking on VRBO and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty fees which are disclosed in House Rule #16. Prohibited: Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Featured Amenities: Keyless Entry, Covered Parking, Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Smart TVs, Beach Essentials. Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund. All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable).
Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C309 - Riptide” as a vacation rental.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
What time is check-in at Get caught up in "Riptide"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Get caught up in "Riptide"?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Get caught up in "Riptide" located?
Situated in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.
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We were at the property for a special occasion. The property was beautiful, with a great floor plan. The quick and easy access to the beach was perfect.
Property was great and had everything you want in a rental property that's located near the beach. It had the beach amenities (chairs, tents, toys, boogie boards) which made the visit even better. Would definitely come back.
This house is great! Quick walk to the beach and extra beach stuff if you need it. Outdoor shower is nice to rinse off sand. Kitchen is well stocked. Rooms are large with Roku TVs. My family had a great week at Riptide.
Short weekend stay and loved the place. We would definitely stay longer. It is very spacious for a one-story beach condo. The listing is exactly as depicted and has everything you need. Great for a bigger family and kids.
Patrick K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Daniel C.
Sep 10, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was easy to find and get into. The cleanliness of the place was not great, good but not great. We had encounters with both roaches and spiders. Also the host provides the bare minimum of amenities. I highly suggest bringing everything from TP to your own fire stick and everything in between. Not the worst I’ve stayed in but not the best either. We also found someone weeks worth of prescriptions under one of the beds. Not very safe with children around.
The house is beautiful and comfortable with only a short walk to the beach. We were able to go out and walk on the beach every morning before breakfast, even with our doggie. The kitchen was well-equipped for cooking family meals and it was easy to order in food or drive to town when we did not cook. The drive to the Boardwalk was only about five minutes, but there was lots of parking. The property manager responded quickly when we had an issue. We enjoyed lots of family time in the large living space and there were enough rooms, all on the same level, for the adults including our grown children and the grandparents. My only suggestions would be to clean bathrooms a little more and include elevator access for older adults. We will probably rent this one again!!
Keary W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cerrone
Dec 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the open living area and kitchen. It was great all the adults had their own bathroom. My 16 month old just started walking and enjoyed exploring the house. Short walk to the beach and pier made it a relaxing stay. Would definitely rent again.
My husband and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our children and grandchildren at the riptide. The place was beautiful, clean, had every amenity you can think of, was close to the beach, stores and activities for the kids. The perfect place for a family gathering!