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Sammie's Retreat

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a white comforter, two bedside tables, and a nightstand.
A wooden interior with a dining table and chairs, a television, and a shelf with items.
Interior
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Wilmington Beach vacation home, you'll find Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kure Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬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.

Sammie's Retreat

Summary:

Sammie's Retreat is an Old School, Recently Renovated Beach Shak.

Welcome to this charming, newly renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath beach cottage in Carolina Beach, NC! Located just one block away from the ocean, this cozy retreat offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic coastal charm. The open-concept living area features rich wood finishes and all new comfortable furnishings, making it an inviting space for family and friends to gather after a day at the beach.

The Space:

With its stylish design and all the essentials, the fully equipped kitchen is ready for a meal with friends or family! Each bedroom is decorated with beachy touches and new furniture, ensuring a restful night's sleep for up to 6 people! Two bedrooms each offer a queen-sized bed, and the third one offers two twin beds. 


The fully equipped kitchen, with all new stainless steel appliances and all the essentials, is ready for you to whip up home-cooked meals. Each bedroom is decorated with beachy touches and comfortable mattresses, ensuring a restful night’s sleep for up to 6 people! Two queen-size beds and two twin-size beds! The renovated shed in the fenced-in back yard houses a washer and dryer, beach games, and a full-size fridge/freezer for all the extra vacation groceries.


Finish your day roasting marshmallows by the fire pit out back, relaxing on the covered porch, or take a nap after dinner on the large front screened-in porch!

Sammie’s Retreat is an original coastal cottage that’s been lovingly updated over the years. Because of its age and seaside foundation, the floors have a slight slope in places, something longtime beach cottages are famous for! We like to think of it as a little extra character and proof you’re staying in a true island original.


Named after a beloved furry friend, Sammie's Retreat is pet-friendly!

Enjoy the convenience of being just steps from the sandy shores, local dining, and entertainment options that Carolina Beach has to offer. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, Sammie’s retreat is the perfect home base for your coastal getaway!

Book now for a relaxing and unforgettable stay by the sea!

Bonus! Renters receive a 25% discount on ALL gear from Pleasure Island Rentals. Just mention “Sammies Retreat”.



Pleasure Island Properties Firm License #C10887

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sammie's Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 22.5 mi (38-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sammie's Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sammie's Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 14-minute walk from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sammie's Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sammie's Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sammie's Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sammie's Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sammie's Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sammie's Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sammie's Retreat to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Sammie's Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as advertised and the host was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Wonderful house in a great location!

We enjoyed Sammie’s retreat. The house is very comfortable and is in a perfect location one block from the beach. The screened front porch was great and the backyard is perfect for pets. Great communication with he host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were so pleased upon arriving at“Sammie’s Place” last week. It was so clean and even exceeded the description on the listing. The kitchen appliances we wonderful and the front and back porches so nice. Mr Kitts was so quick to respond and was an excellent host. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melisa W.

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

Family time

We had an absolutely wonderful time. The location of this home was perfect. The fenced in yard for our dog was amazing. It was nice not to have to put my dog on a leash to walk them to go to the bathroom or just to keep them outside for a little while. The fenced in yard was wonderful for anybody that has animals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, very short walk to the beach, handicap beach access, crosswalk over road, walking path a few blocks away. Our dog dug out of the back gate twice and the neighbors caught him put him back and even fixed his holes, amazing home, amazing neighbors!! Screen porch at the beach and cold AC inside, older home so lots of character! We loved our stay and will look for availability in the future. House is technically not handicapped accessible but without an elevator at the beach the one step porch is almost as close as it gets, side note for families of special needs wheelchair kiddos.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

sarah n.

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

Great Location

The house is in a great location and just a short walk to the beach. Our dog loved the fenced in yard. We enjoyed spending time as a family playing the provided board games as well as corn hole. Host was tentative and responded swiftly. The kitchen table had crayon and sand on it when we arrived which was easily cleaned with a Lysol wipe. The floors are slanted in some areas and the window AC unit is very loud in the back bedroom. Overall good house, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, Has Everything You Need

We had a great time in this house that is perfectly located close to the beach access and has what you need for your stay. The beds and living areas were comfy. We love staying in older "Rustic" cabins so most nuances dont bother us. However, this home should have some repairs made to make it worth the money to stay here. It would appear that there are some issues that are causing the floors to buckle in areas. The laminate and ceramic tile are beyond the end of their life and the back door would often not open due to the immense swelling. The Window AC unit in the back bedroom needs to be replaced as it is so loud its hard to sleep with it on, but too hot in the house to turn it off. Overall we enjoyed our stay, but minor repairs will make this house worth the money and I would want to know these things prior to booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Donna F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Pictures is not accurate

This was our very first trip to Carolina Beach and we absolutely fell in love with the beach and the people ❤ We were very disappointed with the way the place looked when we pulled up the grass was as tall as our knees😥 Thought at first we were at the wrong place but no, this was the address. It also shows a screened in porch which I would have enjoyed if it had not had one section torn out. The back porch is just nasty!  The beds look awful and we didn't even use them!Jeff who is the host was not any help with getting on WiFi, nothing would work not the user name or password we tried everything and he finally quit responding, My husband looked around found a power strip in the back bedroom that had been turned off. Also he does not respond to questions quickly. I would never reccomend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025