[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4 Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Carolina Beach ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37670800/37670710/6b8d853c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37670800/37670710/af543cbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37670800/37670710/3db3ee75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37670800/37670710/ed8c28df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37670800/37670710/096b94f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the charm of this 1927 beach bungalow, with three bedrooms and two full baths. Walk across the street to enjoy the ocean views or take a stroll up one block to visit the lake, then head over to our lively boardwalk with a carnival for kids and delicious treats like Britts donuts. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft ## 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. ### Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4 This is not oceanfront. The VBRO system uses the address and says it is, but it’s not! It’s across the street from the ocean !! Our home will now sleep 1-7 . All holidays require a 3 night minimun stay. The unit is cleaned with IN-CIDE. This product is used in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, hotels, motels, institutional, industrial, restaurants, food handling and processing areas, USDA inspected food processing facilities. Three bedroom 2 full bath historical beach bungalow. Built in 1927 our home is safe , comfortable, and family friendly. Walk across the street to the beach, up one block to the lake, or to the boardwalk. Watch spectacular fireworks from our home on Thursday nights during the summer, or take a blanket across the street to the beach to watch them. Keep the blanket handy because you will need it for the free family movie at the lake every Sunday evening starting when the sun goes down! Boardwalk offers carnival for kids, game rooms, Britts donuts, and so much more. Please note: a three night booking is required for ALL holidays- Thank you ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: All smoking material outside must be cleaned up ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66850000/66847700/66847608/1a216ebd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful View of the ocean less than 2 blocks from the beach Carolina Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=66847608&PinnedHotelID=66847608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113460000/113452500/113452468/1a78f696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Lake Views. 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Carolina Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 45 reviews CA $153 CA $391 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=78742775&PinnedHotelID=78742775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Pets with permission and non refundable pet fee only. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet in the yard or anywhere else on the island . When the cleaning company has to move furniture back they charge. So, that means you will be charged, no exceptions. Pet damage, pet without permission , or evidence of smoking , you will be charged and your reservation can be terminated with no refund . ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Prior approval of pets required before booking ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Lots of steps ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted All smoking material outside must be cleaned up ## 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 deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Two Minutes to the Ocean Two Minutes to the Ocean Sleeps 4-8 Carolina Beach Two Minutes to the Ocean Sleeps 4-8 Private vacation home ## 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%7C34.02546%2C-77.89619&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=10O6xOWjCpqL_0EC8yx9OEjj7B4=) Carolina Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Carolina Beach Lake Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Carolina Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 4.1 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Sandspur - ‬12 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬15 min walk - ‪Crush & Grind - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Two Minutes to the Ocean sleeps 4 located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Mike Chappell Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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