Title: The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Carolina Beach ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450100/114450053/2f1f79c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450100/114450053/00e5ff0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450100/114450053/3c68b044.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450100/114450053/eb1687a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450100/114450053/c1c181ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk, The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! provides a water park, a playground, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to babysitting service, guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! Welcome to your perfect coastal getaway at the Starfish in Carolina Beach! This charming condo offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and stunning ocean views, making it the ideal retreat for beach lovers. Just steps away from the pristine sands of Carolina Beach, you can easily spend your days basking in the sun or enjoying the tranquil waves. The condo features modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area, and private balcony with breathtaking views of the beach. Whether you're preparing a fresh seafood meal or relaxing with a cool drink, this space has everything you need to unwind. The master bedroom is a serene escape, with comfortable furnishings and plenty of natural light, while the guest room offers a cozy space for family or friends. For those who want to explore, the condo is conveniently located near popular attractions like the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, local eateries, and nature reserves. Whether you're here for a weekend of relaxation or a week-long adventure, The Starfish provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable beach memories. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### 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 ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83990000/83988700/83988620/3f91ffea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sweater Weather by the Sea and Pet Friendly! 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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 561 ## About the area ![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%7C34.03923%2C-77.89024&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xXR6tGvrgzGJklBunA4rEE52smA=) Carolina Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Freeman Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬8 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk - ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk - ‪Crush & Grind - ‬8 min walk - ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Starfish - Close to the Beach, Boardwalk, and Where you Want to Be! located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? 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