[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Carolina Beach ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71085700/71085695/7a2d1740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71085700/71085695/c6cbd3dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71085700/71085695/7a196d6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71085700/71085695/ee0edbdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71085700/71085695/ab74ba51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Hooked On Swordfish, a four-bedroom beach duplex just three short blocks from the ocean. Enjoy private decks overlooking the pool, a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter tops and fun days at the beach. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! Plan your next vacation to "Hooked On Swordfish"! This upscale four bedroom, three bath duplex has everything you need for a memorable beach vacation. Just three short blocks to the ocean, you can enjoy fun days at the beach and relax by the pool in the evening. The main level has a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, a spacious living and a dining room that leads out to your private deck overlooking the pool. The third level is where you will find the primary bedroom suite with King bed, spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and an additional bedroom with Queen bed and bath. The first floor has a street side bedroom with a Double bed and pyramid bunk bed (Twin over Double) and an additional Queen bedroom with private deck. "Hooked on Swordfish" shares a fenced in pool with the duplex. For larger family groups that would like to be close to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Southern Swordfish", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms! While vacationing in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find shops, restaurants and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Ft. Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today! \*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel free to contact our office. Occupancy: 11 Stay Requirements: Friday to Friday rental in summer. Minimum of two night stay in other seasons. Bedding Configuration: 1 King, 2 Queens, 1 Full, 1 Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Full) Parking: Parking for three vehicles - one under carport, two driveway Prohibited: Boat Trailers, Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Pets, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Featured Amenities: Communal Pool, Outdoor Shower, Keyless Entry 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 “C236 – Hooked on Swordfish” as a vacation rental. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24039900/24039869/dba52b11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two-NIGHT MIN off season! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 68 ## About the area Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach.dx86785) [View more Vacation homes in Carolina Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d86785-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.01749%2C-77.90181&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fDwnRtAnPTSP_s5Z31A0a_hchM4=) Carolina Beach, NC ### What's nearby - Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Ocean Front Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 5.1 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Sandspur - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive - ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive - ‪Silver Dollar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! located? > Located in Wilmington Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Carolina Beach Lake Park. Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool! Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe L. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Perfect trip ##### Joe L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrine Oct 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great house and great location, just a short walk from the beach ##### Katrine Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon H. Apr 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacay/work It was very clean and very nice great location booking process was easy we will definitely be back ##### Brandon H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timisha W. May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very spacious! Perfect location, the home was clean. It was beautiful the home is walking distance from the strip & the beach. ##### Timisha W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeff s. May 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### FAMILY GET AWAY ENJOYED THE CLEAN HOUSE & NICE NEIGHBORHOOD. ##### jeff s. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian N. Apr 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing!!! Straight and to the point it was an awesome stay. Property was clean and neighborhood was awesome!!! ##### Brian N. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dixie F. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a great stay , everything was clean and accessible ! The stay was great ! Didn't care for the neighbors they where up at the pool late at night and we have babies trying to sleep. Overall besides that great place to stay ! ##### Dixie F. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee C. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful duplex with private pool Perfect for large family or friends. Beautifully furnished with lots of space and comfortable bedding. Short walk to the beach and close to area dining and entertainment. Only issue would be there are quite a few stairs so probably not suitable for someone with compromised health or stamina. ##### Lee C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jienna P. Sep 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Very clean and great place. We will be back ##### Jienna P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Christina H. Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax and Recharge Our stay was very nice. The house was beautiful and clean. It was close to the ocean and had beautiful views. The pool was an extra bonus. The neighborhood was quiet. It was also close to all of things we wanted to do in Carolina Beach. The only downfall was the beds were very uncomfortable but we made the best of it because the house was perfect otherwise for our family. ##### Christina H. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian B. May 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Trip We had a great time in Carolina Beach coming from the northeast to thaw out a bit. The house was exactly what we needed. The pool was a hit and the ease of access to the beach and fun local attractions were perfect. Couldn’t have wanted more. ##### Ian B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenya J. Jan 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### NYE 2021 Perfect location…… just bring your own beach gear / chairs ##### Kenya J. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### J C. Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach vac The house was awesome, a lot of room. Internet could have been a little faster but over all really nice. We will be back. Quick response to contact host ##### J C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### loriegessler Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Carolina beach, Swordfish The home is in fairly good condition. Rather outdated. But very clean and decently equipped. The washer/ dryer were quite old and worked poorly. The mattresses all need replacements. The refrigerator was in poor repair. And the biggest disappointment was the pool, which was our of service the entire stay. That was the sole reason for renting that unit. We were never notified. And other renters were only notified the night before. Quite disappointing ##### loriegessler Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger P. Oct 4, 2022 #### Birthday Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great, the place was super clean and huge inside I was very pleased with my outcome ##### Roger P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Becky L. May 30, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Not really an upscale experience I booked this place specifically for the pool. I have a 3 yr old grandson who loves the water and it’s much easier to keep an eye on him in the pool as opposed to the beach. The pool was unusable (the pump had been broken for months according to the neighbor). By the end of our stay, the pool was filthy and filled with sand crabs. In addition, the place has 2G internet so don’t expect to watch tv or do any work on your computer. There were only 2 pillows per bed and no blankets—just a sheet and the bedspread—hardly upscale. One tub did not have a stopper, so couldn’t bath my grandson in it. The garbage cans were full when we arrived and covered with flys! Would not stay here again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/595f3cac-d3ce-495b-bba2-89dfe87cc929-1748617137802.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d8c20150-06df-49ca-b6bc-de2215056b15-1748617134965.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Becky L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen R. Jun 8, 2022 #### Hooked On Swordfish Carolina Beach Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was awesome. The property was beautiful clean and not far from the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with all kinds of supplies to make our cooking experience easy. I wished the outside shower worked so we could rinse off after the beach. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. ##### Karen R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David O. Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### David O. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lisa Jun 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities ##### Lisa Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loherminia C. May 17, 2022 #### Weekend getaway Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was clean and we had a great time! ##### Loherminia C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon L. Sep 30, 2021 #### Awesome stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WE had the best time. The place was great and the experience was easy ##### Sharon L.