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Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms119 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach Lake Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Carolina Beach

In Carolina Beach .Within a 10-minute walk of this Carolina Beach vacation home, you'll find Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Riko's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area

Welcome to the Rec Player's Retreat, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom beach home in the heart of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, perfect for up to 6 guests. This delightful retreat offers a relaxing escape, just a short stroll from the lively town center and the vibrant activities of Pleasure Island. Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or exciting adventures, this home is ideally situated to offer the best of both worlds.

Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, a fully equipped modern kitchen, and three beautifully furnished bedrooms. The primary bedroom features a king-size bed for the ultimate in comfort, while a cozy queen room provides a serene setting, and a charming twin room is perfect for families or friends traveling together.

Rec Player’s Retreat also boasts a fenced yard, ideal for your furry friends, a gas grill for delicious BBQ nights, a fire pit for cozy evenings, and a patio where you can unwind with a sunset view. The home's location also provides easy access to a plethora of outdoor activities, from fun-filled water adventures to peaceful nature exploration.

Golf courses, fishing spots, water parks, and eco-tourism locations are just a few of the attractions minutes away. For food enthusiasts, a multitude of restaurants offer a variety of culinary delights. And shopping lovers won't be disappointed with the selection of shops in close proximity.

So why wait? Experience the tranquil beach life with the comforts of home at Rec Player's Retreat today.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,280 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1714

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area to the airport?

This vacation home is 21 mi (35-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 2.1 mi (5-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Rec Player's Retreat | Dog-Friendly & Firepit Area Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

courtney c.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is a close walk to the beach and the fenced yard was great for our dogs. We loved that everything was clean and looked just like the photos. We would recommend this house to anyone looking for a place to stay for a relaxing beach vacation!
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The backyard was absolutely perfect for dogs, the fence and gates were secure and the backyard was clean. The location was great. Highly recommend Crush & Grind coffee. They allow dogs and it’s just a short walk. We also enjoyed how close it was to Fat Pelican. We had to work from there on Friday and the WiFi was great. Overall an amazing house to stay at with our two dogs for our first wedding anniversary weekend. I hope whoever buys this house keeps it as a pet friendly rental because we’d love to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for my wife and I and two small dogs. Loved the fenced in yard. Hope to return. Great walking access to restaurants and easy bike access to the state park.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and so close to shops, restaurants, boardwalk, etc. Also appreciated the fenced-in back yard for the pups. Wish I could buy this house, it's awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is close to the boardwalk and beach. Close to food, coffee, stores, and basically anything you could need or want. Cozy and spacious. Huge fenced backyard, perfect for dogs. Large parking area. Nice front porch with a fan. Showers are small but water pressure is excellent in the home. A perfect little bungalow. House did lack things such as beach accessories like chairs and a wagon that some places offer. House also lacked extra trash bags or dish soap. Pictures show a keurig but it had a traditional 12 cup coffee pot machine instead. Would stay here again and highly recommend despite those few little things.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elite Arborist T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was very easy. It is within walking distance to everything. Love this little house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a very nice small house, which is a block and a half from Havana's and the heart of town. Just across from the carnival, boardwalk and beach. A/C is cold, comforters are warm and beds are comfy. Bring your own soap for showers, laundry, and diashwasher. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James K., Harrisburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little beach house within blocks from the beach and within walking distance to various shops and restaurants.The house was clean and updated and was perfect for a family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maddie F.

Good for a short stay

The house is a very convenient, walkable location with a phenomenal air conditioner. The host required dishes be done, but doesn’t provide dish soap, and a few other basic amenities. Beds were not super comfy, but good for a few days. The backyard was very nice for the furry friend. Bring anything you may need to cook as it isn’t there (salt, pepper, trash bags, hand soap). Overall, pretty good stay, but could use a deep clean and small repairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome little bungelow

We were very happy with the property. The fenced-in backyard was sooo convenient for our dog to have free reign from the house to the outside. The porch was a nice added feature as it blocked the constant wind and truly added to the living space. The kitchen was stocked with all needed accessories for cooking at home. We were very pleased with the cleanliness of the property and the amenities available. We will definitely plan to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT!!

The property was exactly as described. It’s apparent the linens, towels were done by professional service. Beds were comfy, with extra pillows and blankets included. Location is perfect! Just 2 blocks from boardwalk, saving us parking fees! And the outdoor shower was AMAZING!! Dog friendly with a fenced in backyard!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025