Title: Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean - 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 # Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90290000/90285000/90284966/cf20e609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90290000/90285000/90284966/492f1f35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90290000/90285000/90284966/ae730ea1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90290000/90285000/90284966/d0010500.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90290000/90285000/90284966/58f4877f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Just blocks from the beach, Shell of the Ball offers a convenient retreat with balconies for sunbathing and unwinding. Gather in the living area for movie nights on a smart TV or enjoy home-cooked meals at the dining table, all surrounded by beach-inspired decor. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61303 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean Shell of the Ball Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Located just a few blocks from the beach, this duplex offers a convenient perch for enjoying surf and sand. After afternoons spent relaxing in the sun, venture about a mile to reach Carolina Beach Boardwalk where you'll find ample dining options and amusement rides for kids. More seaside fun awaits Kure Beach and Freeman Park, both about three miles from home. When you return home, kick back on one of the duplex's balconies. The upper balcony features two loungers for catching rays while the lower balcony boasts a sectional where you can unwind with a vacation read. The backyard offers more room to unwind and has plenty of seating allowing you to relax with ease. Here, you'll also find games and a firepit to enliven your stay. Beach-inspired decor adds charm throughout the interior of the duplex. Bathed in natural light, the living area features a smart TV and a sectional where you can gather for movie nights. Channel your inner chef in the well-equipped kitchen, then gather together at the dining table to share home-cooked meals. THINGS TO KNOW Streaming is available using your own accounts. This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,303 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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 and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 98778 ## 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%7C34.02578%2C-77.89973&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Qpvw9Rs67yM8W8mkNT0qCK0uQK0=) Carolina Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Kure Beach Pier - 5 min drive - 3.8 km - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 4.2 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Sandspur - ‬16 min walk - ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬18 min walk - ‪Crush & Grind - ‬20 min walk - ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Duplex with multiple balconies & backyard - 3 blocks from the ocean located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Mike Chappell Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? 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