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Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House

Vacation home with kitchen, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Located in the heart of a charming island neighborhood, this 1938 Dutch colonial home is rich in history and character. With its unique design, spacious deck with an outdoor shower, and fenced-in patio perfect for relaxation or entertainment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 1,194
AED 2,544 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 January 2026

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About this property

Entire place

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

Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House

This 1938 Dutch colonial beauty is rich in history and has been completely renovated and updated. Nestled just blocks from the ocean to the east and wooded parks to the west, this home is in the perfect location for all island activities. This historic home boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths with the capacity to sleep up to 14 people. Note: Towels and linens are not provided.

This five bedroom uniquely designed home is located only 4 blocks from the Boardwalk and the ocean, easily accessible by a multi-use bike/pedestrian trail just across the street. There is a fenced-in patio on the side of the house, and a deck on the back with an outdoor shower.

Every bed has pillows and comforters. Towels and linens are not provided for this property. Towels and linens can be rented from Seaside Linen. Total sheet sets needed: 5 Queen bed sets (includes sofa-bed) 1-Double futon bed, and 4-Twin/trundle beds.

The upstairs sleeps 10 comfortably and features 4 bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a queen with en-suite bath with an adjoining bedroom with a single bed and trundle; bedroom 2 has a double XL bed; bedroom 3 has a queen bed; and bedroom 4 has a twin bed with trundle. Also, the upstairs loft has a double futon. The downstairs sleeps 4, a master bedroom with a queen bed and an en-suite bath, as well as a queen pull-out sofa in the living room.

Rentals are flexible, with 3-night minimum stay. There is parking for 4 to 5 vehicles in the back of the property.

History-
Monty Sly built this house for his family in 1938. The family lived in the downstairs and rented out the upstairs rooms during WW II to young wives whose husbands were in the service. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, romantically rich in history and close the beach this is your place!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside the premises

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • 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
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Can leave back door unlocked.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking is allowed outside!
Please no fireworks or water balloons!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside the premises

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, a first aid kit, 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House located?

Located in the heart of Carolina Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Carolina Beach State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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