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Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool!

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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A wooden deck with two blue Adirondack chairs, a covered porch with a wooden ceiling, and a view of other buildings in the background.
A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bar area with stools.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a large island. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a chandelier hanging above.
Two beach chairs with towels on a sandy beach.
A living room with a striped sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10253 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Carolina Beach and Freeman Park. Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Freeman Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riko's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool!

Clam Shack | Ocean + Marina Views, Elevator, Pool, 1-Min Walk to Beach

Welcome to Clam Shack—a spacious coastal retreat offering the best of both worlds with ocean views on one side and marina sunsets on the other. Start your mornings with coffee on the deck as the sun rises over the Atlantic, then wind down in the evening with a drink while watching the boats drift by at sunset.

Located just a 1-minute walk to the beach, this beautifully appointed townhome is designed for effortless vacation living, complete with a private elevator, community pool, and multiple decks for soaking in the coastal breeze.

⭐ Living & Gathering Spaces:
Spread across the top two floors, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home offers plenty of room for families and groups to relax and reconnect.

The open-concept main living area features:
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Comfortable seating + large flat screen TV
- Ocean-view deck access
- Dining table + bar seating for up to 11 guests

The fully equipped kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and everything you need for easy meals after a day at the beach.

⭐ Bedrooms & Layout:
With 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, everyone has space and privacy:
- Primary Suite #1: King bed, private bath with whirlpool tub, deck access with ocean views
- Primary Suite #2: Queen bed, private bath with whirlpool tub
- Bedroom 3: Two queen beds
- Bedroom 4: Queen bed

All bedrooms include TVs for added comfort.

⭐ Outdoor & Extras:
- Two large covered decks with ocean + marina views
- Private elevator (no hauling luggage upstairs!)
- Outdoor shower for easy beach clean-up
- Community pool (seasonal: May–September)
- 3 covered parking bays (fits up to 4 vehicles)
- Prime Location

⭐ Enjoy the laid-back Carolina Beach lifestyle just minutes from everything:
- 1-minute walk to beach access
- Short drive to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, restaurants, and shops
- Close to local favorites like Britt’s Donuts, the fishing pier, and waterfront dining
- Easy access to the NC Aquarium and Fort Fisher

⭐ Good to Know:
- Pool is managed by HOA and is seasonal (May–September); availability may vary
- No grilling allowed at this property
- Canal Drive may experience flooding during strong storms or King Tides

⭐ Important Information:
- Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
- No smoking, no pets
- Must be 25+ to rent
- Linens provided (sheets, towels, pillows, blankets)

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,724 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2512-227948

Frequently asked questions

How close is Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 10-minute walk from Freeman Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Clam Shack - Oceanview and waterway view townhome, elevator, pool! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

luanne v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, spacious, clean and well-equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No hottub
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Josie M.

INCREDIBLE 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: From the home to the management team everything was perfect. Thank you for letting us stay this past week. We hope to be back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Portia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great time! Great location! Plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation Carolina Beach

Na
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cress G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach

Great views
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shawnee G.

Ladies Getaway Location

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: The house was perfect for a girlfriend getaway. Very clean, spacious, furnished well and we loved having a bathroom in each bedroom. The elevator was also helpful. We would love to return and make this our usual getaway location. We were absolutely comfortable and enjoyed talking on the decks.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Linda Birthday event

Everything was great enjoyed ourselves Wound come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

closer to the ocean

being with the family enjoying quality time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the sun!

This was a perfect home and location for our family to meet and enjoy being at the beach. The Clam Shell more than met our expectations. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barb C.

Great place to 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 have stayed here multiple times. We love it here.We have always had great experiences booking with A1 Property.Perfect for our family.This place is just as you exspect it to be.Very clean and the best location.We will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving weekend

Everything was great except for parking but we noticed parking was the same everywhere due to the houses on pilings.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Trip

Location and amenities are exceptional. When elevator was not coming down upon arrival, property sent someone within 15 minutes to address the issue. The rental offers everything you could need and is a very short walk to the beach. Views are amazing and all bedrooms having their own bath is truly a benefit of this rental. The layout is spacious and very accommodating for all ages. All items are there for a great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, well maintained.

Staff responsive, positive, "can do" attitude, and professional. Enjoyed stay. One maint issue, leaking hot air from dryer vent, taken care of promptly.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

STEPHANIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Decent Condo with Tight Parking

Disappointed that the listing stated the condo had a hot tub but it did not. House was comfortable and roomy for our party of 7 people. Beach was very close by with an easy walk! Parking was a bit of a challenge underneath the condo, so we chose to park along the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pearl in the clam shell

We had a fantastic time at the Clam Shell! The house was very clean and comfortable for our three generations to spend time together while each had their own space. There is a full kitchen and multiple covered parking spots and it was only a mile from dining out. The elevator made it very convenient for my 80-year old parents. There were fireworks over the board walk that we watched from the balcony at night and we could see the ocean and the sound during the day. The beach and the ocean were just a short walk away. We had a very relaxing time and will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawonna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very accommodating beach house

This home is exceptionally clean and very well stocked!! It is very accommodating for large groups! All 4 bedrooms are large and all 4 bathrooms are very nice and roomy! Each bedroom has a tv which is a major plus for families/groups who have kids, teenagers and for those who want to watch something specific all day! The house is beautiful inside and out! Oh yea the elevator is a life saver!! Can’t wait until we are back in Carolina Beach cause we are getting this house again!! And management was easy to communicate with; David was awesome throughout the process!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

wanda a.

Had a great week

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: This property was perfect in so many ways for my family. The property was clean and in good condition. The location was exactly where we wanted to be. The only bummer was the elevator was not working! A-1 did all they could but the elevator people could not get there in time. I have 4 grandchildren ages 1,23 months, 3 and 4 with 2 expecting women. You know how much stuff they require. A-1 offered to help us lug stuff up. The real issue was my handicapped sister cannot navigate stairs well so once she was inside, she had to basically stay at the property. I could have rented another very similar property without an elevator for almost $1,000 less but decided to pay up for the elevator convenience. Without the elevator, I do not believe my sister would have come. It was quite a blow. But A-1 did all they could.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Colin S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Misleading ad, weird property owner onsite.

It was a really nice rental, but many problems. 1. Toilets 2 of 4 clogged several times on number 1s? 2. Porch was not swept 3. Elevator wasnt working and had 2 steep flights of stairs and my wife has a injured ankle real let down no refund as of yet. 4. Underhouse parking asadvertised was tiny, and should have said very compact cars only. Our 4 runner and our ram pu did not remotely fit. So we were threatened to be towed or move on the street of a 3 night 2k stay pretty upsetting. 5. The property owner would stare at us and our kids off her porch. We caught her loudly talking trash about our family to a neighbor. When we swam in the tiny shared pool she would stare at us from above and shake her head. Real piece of work. I would advise finding a different rental. We should be refunded but as of yet not a word at least 600 for all the issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Candice P.

Family 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: Loved it!! Nicely done and clean. Loved having 2 porches. You are able to see both the ocean and sound. Family has good quality time and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Beautiful views of the ocean & sound. While it was a duplex, it still had a ton of space. With each room having their own bathroom, it made for a more luxury experience for each guest. Mattresses were great & I slept really well. There are a lot of steps, but the elevator helped with my grandmother who needed help. It went down, but maintenance came to fix it a few days later. Only con is parking. You anbdoluelty can get your big SUV in, but be very careful. We scrapped the corner on ours. There is a spot on the side of the property that you can park at if it’s open & its right next to the door. Overall, we would book this pretty again. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Clam Shack Experience

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: My kids and I absolutely LOVE this property!! This is our second time coming and it will not be our last. The property is exactly as it’s described and very well maintained. A1 Property Management is so pleasant to deal with, even if you have a small question to ask. I have recommended this property to so many people. Thank you for another wonderful family vacation in the books!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Beautiful

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: Beautiful condo with plenty of room for my large family. As always when I’ve rented from A-1 Property Management, everything was seamless, from booking to arrival and departure.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy b.

Great location and fun place!

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: The clam shack was perfect for us and had large rooms and spacious bathrooms to make our stay comfortable. Great location and just an overall perfect place to vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great stay thanks to A1 properties.

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: Have used A1 multiple times in the past and each time they have been professional, competent and eager to assist. The properties are clean, secure and true to the photos.