Carolina Beach has every vacation pleasure you could want. Located at the north end of Pleasure Island, NC this town of 5600 comes with a feeling of old-time charm yet it has all the modern conveniences. The white sands of the beach invite you to enjoy all that “fun in the sun” offers. Whether its surfing, kayaking, fishing from the pier, surf, or chartering a boat, swimming in the ocean or just soaking up the sun, the beach and all that it offers is sure to please. There are many restaurants to please your palate, some offering live music in the evenings. Carolina Beach is home to seafood, blues and jazz festivals. There are even free movies under the stars by the lake. Rent a bike to get to it all. It is a manmade island constructed when the Army Corp of Engineers connected the Intracoastal Waterway to the Cape Fear River and called the connection Snow's Cut. At the most northern tip of Carolina Beach is Freeman Park where you can drive your 4 wheel drive on the beach to camp and fish. Access is daily or a seasonal pass.
A unique part of the Island is the Carolina Beach state park for camping via tent, RV or wood cabins. It also has a lot of hiking trails where one of them is called Trap Trail after the native venous fly traps seen along the way. There is also a boat launch, kayak rentals and a marina store.
No trip to Carolina Beach is complete without visiting the Boardwalk. Nationally renowned Britt’s Donuts serves up some of the country’s best glazed delights. Enjoy food, live music, fireworks and the carnival rides. Visit the gift shops. A stroll along the small strip will take you back in time. There is always something to do at Carolina Beach.
Pleasure Island also includes Kure Beach and Fort Fisher. Kure Beach offers more rental homes and famous Freddies Italian-American restaurant known for its marina sauce and pork chops. At the southern tip below Kure Beach is Fort Fisher. Fort Fisher was a Confederate fort during the American Civil War. It protected the vital trading routes of the port at Wilmington, North Carolina, from 1861 until its capture by the Union in 1865. There is a museum dedicated to the fort and its history. A little further south is the North Carolina Aquarium. It has been recognized as one of the best in the US in 2016. There is also 4x4 beach access for day use. This drive on the beach is much more subdued and has much less traffic than Freeman Park. Continue south another 1/2 mile and there is a ferry for people, bikes, cars, and RVs that will take you across the Cape Fear River to the port city of Southport in Brunswick County. Just south of the ferry is a public boat launch.
There are a wide variety of accommodations to choose from. Refurbished 1950’s era motel rooms, oceanfront Inns and hotels, cottages and luxury homes with ocean views are some of the ways to rest your head while visiting Carolina Beach. You are sure to fit your budget with so many lodging options.
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438 Oceana Way Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$2,399,950
4
Beds
5
Baths
5,000
SqFt
Status
Pending With Showings
MLS #
100287388
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Spectacular vacation property in Carolina Beach's premier gated subdivision Oceana. Designer salt water pool, outdoor kitchen, private pier with 2 boat lifts and floating dock. Located on the North end of the island this property arguably has the most awesome views of any home in New Hanover County. Sweeping 360 degree views of the ocean, marsh, sound and ICWW. Check out the widow watch and curl up and read a book. Really, you have to see it! Not only do you have a custom built 5,000 sq. foot house with elevator but you have a high-end salt water pool, outdoor kitchen and your own private pier to a gazebo with two 10k lb boat lifts and a floating dock. Inside you will find an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, two - 2-sided fireplaces and loads of wow factors. 3 bedrooms - two other rooms could be utilized for additional bedrooms and 5 full bathroom. All bathrooms have tile surrounds. Custom metal railings were matched to the design in the stained glass dome over the kitchen that lights up. Formal dining room. Formal living room. Plenty of wide open entertaining space. Ground floor has a second kitchen that opens to the outdoor kitchen and pool area. The salt water pool has a waterfall, gorgeous fountain, and gas fire urns that also have small waterfalls. Really, you have to see it! In the marina there is another slip that will hold a 30-35 foot boat. This home comes furnished with a few exceptions. Totally turn key. I know you are tired of hearing this but really, you have to see it. Definitely a trophy property!
1107 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$2,150,000
7
Beds
7.5
Baths
6,680
SqFt
Status
Pending With Showings
MLS #
100268020
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This is a rare opportunity to own an incredibly unique house in Carolina Beach, offering outstanding features. No matter what your indulgence is, this house has something to offer. Into boating? The sound side dock with gazebo and crows nest can easily host 2 boats up to 50 feet in length, with water depth of about 10' at low tide. Do you enjoy fishing? Walk to the end of the dock and cast your line or crab pot. Investors take note - there is parking for up to 8 vehicles and sleeping for double that! Let's talk about the most breathtaking water views you can imagine from almost anywhere in the house. Choose any one of the 12 decks to sit on and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean on the east and Carolina Beach Yacht Basin to the west. Each of the 7 bedrooms has outstanding views of the ocean, sound or both! Plus every bedroom has its very own deck and attached bathroom! The interior has a sprawling floorplan and boasts 200+ windows with picturesque views throughout. The layout is incredibly spacious with 7 half floors and an open, yet separate concept. The main living quarters feature enormous picture windows with ocean and sound views. The personal elevator makes the vertical portion of this house manageable, with more floor stops than any other home nearby. Visit the rooftop pool for a relaxing dip or sit on the deck and watch your choice of sunrise over the ocean or sunset over the sound. The rooftop deck takes things even further with sight vantages of Canal Drive all the way to Freeman Park and Wrightsville Beach. You will not find views like this anywhere else. This is your opportunity to own a remarkable property!
402 Oceana Way Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$2,100,000
4
Beds
6
Baths
3,600
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100293424
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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View this amazing lot, then order your custom build from Award- winning Plantation Building Corporation and enjoy magnificent views across the tidal marsh clear to the Ocean. First floor with two garages, foyer, pato and outdoor shower. Second floor with master, living/ dining, kitchen, rear porch and deck. Third floor with gathering room, three additional bedrooms and view balcony. Total of 4 bedrooms plus a bunkroom, 5 1/2 baths, 3600 SF heated, 5525 SF Floor area. Standing seam aluminum roof, matching gutters, vinyl casement windows with impact glass on upper level, garage doors with frosted glass panels, Elevator, Hardie Artisan siding, cypress porch ceilings, stainless cable rail handrails, Ipe wood decking, Built in cabinetry, tile showers, Hardwood flooring at all locations, interior door hardware from Emtek, and much more. 402 Oceana Way is the largest lot in the private gated community 'Oceana' which features a scenic walkway leading to the beach for beachcombing and surfing. The listing also includes a 40 foot deep- water boatslip # D-58 at Oceana Marina, a beautiful protected Marina with no big boat wakes or any need for boat lifts. Just step aboard and enjoy your time on the water with access to Carolina Beach Inlet, Masonboro Island, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach basin and the Cape Fear River. The slip is 40 feet long which is the largest available size of slip at this Marina. Joyner's Marina shares the harbor with Oceana Marina and has a fuel dock. Carolina Beach's famous boardwalk with restauarants, bars and shopping is located only 2 miles south of Oceana. The development is unique with its secure gate, magnificent views and ocean breezes, amenities, beautiful architecture and deep water marina. Great location and wonderful amenities. Home price subject to change and also subject to approval from architectural review committee. Pics are of similar home recently built by Plantation Building Corporation.
421 Marina Street Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,995,000
6
Beds
5
Baths
4,745
SqFt
Status
Pending With Showings
MLS #
100269855
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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A waterfront luxury West Palm Beach style home situated on the northern point of Pleasure Island in the unmatched gated community of Oceana. This 4745 square foot home marked by it's signature stucco, arches, trey ceilings, and iron railings, is the definition of elegance. Tastefully appointed with travertine tile, custom built-ins and custom moldings throughout, all four floors are wrapped with picturesque views. With 104' of water frontage nearly 17' above sea level, 421 Marina St. stands lookout at the helm of Oceana's private marina. From nearly 1500 square feet of designer decks enjoy sunsets staring down the pipe of Snow's Cut and the intracoastal. The scenery does not stop there, as marsh and ocean views go for as far as the eye can see.Truly one of a kind, the fastidious attention to detail puts this home in class all it's own. The first-floor guest quarters hosts two bedrooms, two baths, laundry room,den/entertainment room and the wine cellar...Ride the elevator up to the 2nd floor where the main living quarter's open floor plan stuns with water views. Not lost among the class and size is the comfort and homey feel. 544 square feet of covered outdoor living space with grilling station on the second floor make this home perfect for entertaining. Huge third floor bedrooms and another 468 square feet of deck space foreshadow the treasure that awaits atop the spiral staircase that ascends to the fourth floor observatory which humbly boasts 365 degrees of the most breath taking amazing views in all of South Eastern North Carolina. The 33 large palms and meticulous attention to landscape detail pay homage to the home's Floridian style. The 35' boat slip and private community marina for a back yard further accentuate the builder's intention and vision of a Fine Luxury Home Estate coupled with elite coastal living.
411 Marina Street Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,899,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
2,981
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100258893
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION. Beautiful waterfront lot in Oceana with exceptional building plans by PBC Design + Build. Quality materials, finishes, and attention to detail go into their award winning signature homes. An abundance of windows frame the breathtaking coastal views. There are 2 lots side by side (EACH WITH A BOAT SLIP)and this home can be built on either lot. See MLS #100227310 and 100227312. On the ICWW with 50' boat slip right in front of your property (slip 56). View of ICWW, Snows Cut, and the Marina. Oceana is a gated waterfront community with access to pool, tennis courts and community walkway to the beach (Freeman Park) as well as a private marina for your boat. Build your dream home on this rare property. First class neighborhood with a first class marina! You may use any builder and any floor plan you like.
715 Carolina Beach Avenue N Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,650,000
13
Beds
9
Baths
4,113
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100289673
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Extremely unique opportunity to own a piece of Pleasure Island/Carolina Beach history. Make the dream trifecta of living, working, and playing at the beach while owning the only fully operational and viable Bed & Breakfast on Pleasure Island. This Hip and Historic gem is across the street from the Oystershell public beach access with a flow through property which accesses both beach side and canal. Currently operated as The Beacon House Inn Bed & Breakfast, this property has a high yield consistent income producing history which includes a vintage restored 6 room/suite Bed & Breakfast with 3 vacation rental cottages including the 3 bedroom cottage at 714 Canal Drive MLS#100289690. Meticulously maintained with all the contemporary amenities and services one would expect from a boutique hotel or petite luxury property. Versatile, creative, with a loyal solid following, and sold fully furnished and predominately turn key. Multiple business models can translate into an individual's or investors specific needs or desires. Call today for your private showing. ***Additional investment opportunity to purchase the Downtown Wilmington City Flat condo listed on business website for an additional $275k. Please see agent for details.*** Visit Beacon House Inn Bed & Breakfast for more details of business.
714 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,650,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
750
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100289690
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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To be SOLD with 715 N. Carolina Beach Ave. MLS#100289673Extremely unique opportunity to own a piece of Pleasure Island/Carolina Beach history. Make the dream trifecta of living, working, and playing at the beach while owning the only fully operational and viable Bed & Breakfast on Pleasure Island. This Hip and Historic gem is across the street from the Oystershell public beach access with a flow through property which accesses both beach side and canal. Currently operated as The Beacon House Inn Bed & Breakfast, this property has a high yield consistent income producing history which includes a vintage restored 6 room/suite Bed & Breakfast with 3 vacation rental cottages. Meticulously maintained with all the contemporary amenities and services one would expect from a boutique hotel or petite luxury property. Versatile, creative, with a loyal solid following, and sold fully furnished and predominately turn key. Multiple business models can translate into an individual's or investors specific needs or desires. Call today for your private showing. ***Additional investment opportunity to purchase the Downtown Wilmington City Flat condo listed on business website for an additional $275k. Please see agent for details.***
419 Marina Street Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,375,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,637
SqFt
Status
Pending With Showings
MLS #
100294370
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Gaze over the Intracoastal Waterway as you relax on one of the 3 outdoor decks within a gated community. Enjoy a sunrise or sunset from the 4th floor observation deck on all sides. When it is time to visit the beach, there is a private beach access walkway for your family and friends. For boaters and fisherman the home features a 35' boat slip directly in front of the house. This home also features an apartment-style layout on the 1st floor equipped with its own kitchen and full bathroom.If you're looking for a bonus the seller is offering his Seafox fishing boat for sale. Please contact for more details.
617 S Carolina Beach Avenue Unit Unit 1 Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,300,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,225
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100287301
Property Type
Condominium
Price Type
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Rare find, WHY? Oceanfront, new metal roof, new (top of the line) HVAC & duct work, new hardie board siding w/all new insulation, new decks on 1st/2nd floor w/remote control storm shutters, all 3 floors boast oceanfront decks w/new sliders, all north facing windows are new, newly serviced, hydraulic elevator on ground level, enclosed 2 car garage w/in-door shower, changing room along w/3 storage closets and there's plenty more! You'll be blown away with the detail and care that has been put into this 5 bd, 3.5 bath home. Sold mostly furnished ready to make a great rental investment, second or primary home. The 1st floor has 3 spacious bedrooms, a laundry area, a shared full bath, wood & tile flooring. The 2nd floor is the living area where you just are in awe of the view that greets you! It's a great entertainment area equipped w/a gas fireplace, large TV alcove and gleaming wood flooring. Upscale kitchen adorned with granite countertops, a spacious island, breakfast bar, pantry, stainless-steel appliances and a separate dining area. The Master suite is on the 3rd floor complete with a private balcony that has a special rubber coating so the decks below stay dry! The master is spacious and the master bathroom has a double vanity, jetted soaker tub & a stand-up tile shower. The 2nd bedroom has its own master bathroom w/a soaker tub and views of the ocean and the Carolina Beach Lake. Outside you'll find the private patio area that can be expanded. Lastly walk up the new boardwalk out to your slice of the Atlantic and you'll know why! Vacant lot beside this property is owned by a neighbor across from it who has no future plans to build on the lot, they use it as their view.
1133 S Lake Park Boulevard Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,285,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,050
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100290385
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Remodeled classic 50's craftsman style beach front cottage positioned on .23 acres(10,019 SF) of ocean front land. The home has three bedrooms, two baths and a comfortable open living space. Throughout the home are clear pine floors and tastefully painted, original pine tongue and groove wall coverings. The kitchen and baths all have, maple cabinets with Granite and Formica counter tops.In the kitchen you will find all necessary appliances for your convenience including combination electric cook top/stove, dishwasher, 1000 watt built in microwave and refrigerator with ice maker. Each bathroom has maple cabinets with granite tops and oil rubbed faucet fixtures. Each bathroom has a tub/shower combo.Situated close enough to walk to major features of Carolina Beach. The property includes a beach front lot with beach badminton/volley ball court, patio with a fire pit all with an ocean view.Property size and zoning could accommodate redevelopment of two duplexes. Currently the home is on the vrbo/airbnb program grossing about $65,000/year. '
417 Oceana Way Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Open House
$1,275,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,551
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100283858
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Beautiful five bedroom, three and a half bath home in gated waterfront community of Oceana and built on an elevated lot, not in the flood zone. The property includes a membership at the private Oceana Marina and your own 40' deep water boat slip (slip D50). Easy boat access to the Intracoastal waterway, Carolina beach inlet, Snow's cut and the Carolina beach basin. This is a top quality home constructed with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) which provides superior energy efficiency, durability and hurricane protection. Enter through the gorgeous heavy front door to find two bedrooms and full bath on first level, then sweep up the beautful cherry staircase to living, dining, kitchen, master suite, fourth bedroom and third full bath on the 2nd level. Third level with game room, sitting room, fifth bedroom and half bath. From the view tower on the 4th level, enjoy amazing views across the marsh to the Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Some more details: the home features a beautiful light- filled living room with wood- burning fireplace and French doors leading to the view deck. Chef's kitchen with granite, stainless and downdraft range. Custom doors, windows, tile, Brazilian cherry floors throughout, central vacuum, jacuzzi tub and more. Handsome tile roof with exposed rafters under the eaves for that classic Spanish look. Enjoy your back porch swing overlooking the private yard with ligustrum, crepe myrtles and palms, irrigation well, outdoor shower and room to install a pool. When it's time to visit the beach, take the private walkway that leads across the natural marsh to the beach.. This is a superb lifestyle home. Rentals are allowed in the neighborhood with 30 day minimum.
707 Mississippi Avenue Kure Beach, NC 28449
$1,250,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,796
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100293038
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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They don't make custom homes like this anymore! Sitting on one of the larger lots in Kure Beach is combination of possible 3 lots, all under one deed. Seller is also willing to divide part of the lot which he was approved for and reducing the list price by 275k giving a 100k discount if buyers wants. Being in such a sought after area in Kure Beach brings you so many options when having a lot of this size. Make sure you see the drone photos which outline the possibilities the lot gives! You could build an additional 3 dwellings that are all income producing! The home also has an In law suite. Between 3 more dwellings, the existing home and the in law suite you could have a possible 5 income producing properties with this one purchase!! Or you can simple make this your own resort compound with pools, clubhouse, guest house etc. Make sure to also watch the video production we have created for you! The home is located on the Corner of Mississippi Ave and Sea Ray Ln, in the highly sought-after community of Wilmington Beach. This beautiful 4-bedroom 3 bath home has a large open space on the main living floor, with an additional 680+ SQFT of heated In-Law Suite and Laundry Room, on the ground level. The open concept main living area has an oversized kitchen featuring beautiful cabinets, topped with Quartz counter-tops and back-splash. The large dining area, flows into the spacious living room, creating a wonderful space to entertain. The large master suite, dual walk-in closets, and a spacious en-suite bath, with step in shower, provide the perfect sanctuary to retreat, in the evenings. Two additional bedrooms on this level, both with walk-in closets and a guest bath, finish out the main living floor. Hoping on the elevator, you travel to the ground floor, where you will find a laundry room, outfitted with a laundry chute, and a well-appointed In-Law Suite, featuring a Family Room, Bedroom, and a Full Bath.
1416 Bowfin Lane Unit 1 Carolina Beach, NC 28428
New
$1,190,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,773
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100295813
Property Type
Townhouse
Price Type
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The future of Carolina Beach is here! W3 Built Construction is proud to present ''Carolina Dreaming'', an embodiment of progressive architecture, contemporary design and unique amenities providing a modern coastal lifestyle. Enjoy beautiful ocean views on the 522 sq.ft rooftop terrace equipped with a hot tub and outdoor pool table. Entertaining on the rooftop will be a breeze with the additional 477 sq.ft. lounge area with wet bar, full bathroom and 4 panel impact rated sliding glass doors. Inside the townhome, an attention to detail will be evident in each room with 10' ceilings in the living spaces, and 9' in bedrooms. A 4-stop elevator will provide access throughout each level and the ground level ''mother-in-law'' suite will make your guests feel right at home. Carefully designed and locally engineered exceeding National Building Codes, ''Carolina Dreaming'' offers black Impact Rated windows, James Hardie siding, Impact Rated Sliding Glass Doors and a metal roof. Purchase during our pre-sale period and put your personal touch on this piece of paradise. Make your Carolina Dream a reality.
104 Hopetown Road Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,175,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,876
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100293145
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This stunning 3 bed, 3 bath, custom built home home is the epitome of coastal living. Situated in the beautiful community of Federal Point Yacht Club and Marina, enjoy incredible water views and natural lighting throughout the house as well as the many neighborhood amenities including a community pool, marina and clubhouse. House boasts incredible features such as an elevator to the first floor master suite, large kitchen and entertaining space, gas fireplace, vaulted ceiling, hard wood floors and two story deck. 45ft boat slip comes with the house! Primary location with easy access to ICWW and Snows cut Inlet as well as close to down town dining, shopping and exploring and all the best that the Wilmington Area has to offer!
1602 Snapper Lane Carolina Beach, NC 28428
$1,150,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,915
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
100286080
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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UNIQUE SINGLE FAMILY/4 STORIES WITH FANTASTIC OCEAN AND PANORAMIC VIEWS, 2 BLOCKS TO BEACH ACCESS - 2915 sq' HEATED, 4 BR, 4 BATH, GREAT ROOM 23X26, FIREPLACE,ELEVATOR,SECURITY,CENTRAL VAC, WALK-IN PANTRY AND LAUNDRY. LR, MASTER BR AND TOP LEVEL 4TH BR ACCESSIBLE TO COVERED PORCHES AND DECKS. DOUBLE GARAGE, 23X6 FOYER, , CERAMIC BATHS, CUSTOM CABINETRY, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, PLANK FLOORING. BUYER SHALL HAVE OPTION OF SELECTING ALL PRODUCTS WITH ALLOWANCE PROVIDED. COLORFAST HARDIPLANK SIDING, HIGH IMPACT WINDOWS AND DOORS, COMPOSITE DECKING. DOUBLE GARAGES .OPEN 10X10 DECK ON TOP FLOOR. SEALED ATTIC, ZONED HVAC, GAS RANGE, CORNER LOT. QUALITY CONSTRUCTION BY LADYBILT DESIGNS, LLC