Seaside stay .With a stay at this Wilmington Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carolina Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Mike Chappell Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Ocean Grill - 7 min walk
El Cazador 2 - 3 min drive
Britt's Donut Shop - 3 min drive
Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 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.
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand
The Sea Shack is a charming Carolina Beach cottage located in heart of Pleasure Island. Across street from beach, easy parking for 4 vehicles. This home is perfect vacation spot for up to 6. The Sea Shack has been highly rated, especially by families with younger children for ease of accessing beach/fenced backyard! Sit back relax with family/friends as you enjoy all that Pleasure Island has to offer. **The Sea Shack is located in a quiet residential area with a "no party/event" policy. All guests must have prior approval.** Cottage provides PERFECT destination for families/couples looking for place to "get away" from our "virtual" worlds. Walks on beach are quite therapeutic! Access to island greenway for walking/biking. PLEASE NOTE NO PETS ALLOWED as a courtesy to our guests with allergies. MIN. AGE FOR BOOKING 25 (must be present during stay)
Property manager
Delaine and Larry Parker
Languages
English
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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: 985 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
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean
"the Sea Shack" Feet To Sand
"the Sea Shack" Cottage Feet From Sand
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Carolina Beach
Beach Retreat! You can Smell the Ocean Just Steps Away!
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Private vacation home
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 111 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 111 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joey P.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Cozy
Our family enjoyed the property. Great location with a very short walk to the beach. Small fenced in yard was great for the kids. We would stay there again.
Joey P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
14 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Water Lovers
Quaint & inviting
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Josh K.
13 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Affair
This was a good find. The cottage was clean and had two sizable bedrooms with two bathrooms (which is a must for parents with an 18 year-old son). Excellent location. Very close to the beach and walkable to Carolina Beach restaurants. Pretty well equipped kitchen. Just enough space to spread out.
Josh K.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L., Pelham
5 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
We had a wonderful stay at the Sea Shack! So close to the beach and restaurants. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Kristen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
iliana g.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
iliana g.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer V.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house!
Great house in a great location! Large yard we used for family games & patio area for gathering/chatting. Very short walk to the beach, which was perfect. Delaine & Larry were very helpful & responded quickly to any questions. Ate at Michaels & The Tikki bar, both had good food & Service. Played miniature golf at Shipwreck Neon miniature golf, which was fun on a rainy day. Perfect place to stay!
Jennifer V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meghan B.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay on the Beach
We enjoyed our stay at Carolina beach. The house was clean and fit our family just right. The short walk to the beach was perfect!
Meghan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
cynthia p.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Special Week!
This property is in a great location, is clean, well maintained, nicely stocked, and owners have thought of everything to make a comfortable, convenient stay. All contact was friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Delaine and Larry have made it their mission to assure your stay is a great one!
From the great air conditioning, convenient lay-out, comfortable beds, well planned and stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, to the outdoor shower.....everything was set up for a wonderful stay!
We certainly appreciate their attention to detail and that they are sharing their home with us!
cynthia p.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
JC L.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent - would stay again
Layout of home and location were superb. Communication with homeowners was prompt and courteous. Very clean, we had everything we needed. Adequate toilet paper and paper towels, dish soap, laundry detergent, towels; plenty of parking; outdoor space and seating was great - we ate at the picnic table in the shade each evening; grill was nice addition to space. Outdoor hose and shower at the back door helped with cleanliness. Air conditioner was excellent -even at a 72 degree setting, it was plenty cool.
JC L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
George c.
14 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Great place to stay. Well anointed with everything you need. Steps from the beach. Groceries, restaurants, etc. just minutes from the cottage.
George c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janie k.
13 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Perfect stay at the perfect cottage.
Janie k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
I decided at the last minute to get away to Carolina Beach for the weekend. This place was perfect for my needs, easy walk across the street to the beach and close to restaurants, etc. I will definitely come back.
Scott H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abe T.
9 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Abe
Comfortable cottage, steps from the beach, very responsive hosts.
Abe T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Henry L.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant getaway
We stayed four nights and thoroughly enjoyed the house. It's immaculately clean and is only 1 block from the ocean. The owner was very responsive and helpful. Highly recommended.
Henry L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway by the sea
We enjoyed our time so much! The house had everything we needed, and was the perfect location for spontaneous sunset beach walks. The hosts made everything so easy. We’ll be back!
Lauren H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aileen O.
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The Sea Shack was in an excellent location. The beach is right across the street, short walk to the beach. All one level, nice backyard and plenty of parking. The kitchen has plenty of pots/pans, plates utensils etc and plenty of towels/washcloths for bathing. The pictures match the property. The owners are very responsive. The only thing I would recommend is having an additional key in the lockbox or add a code lock so when others aren’t coming back to the house at the same time it would be nice to have an extra key to give them or they could use a code. Overall great property and I would definitely stay again!
Aileen O.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna O.
27 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem of Carolina Beach
Once again a great vacay at this little gem..love this place so convenient to every thing....thank you for our stay Delaine and Larry...will most definitely stay again....
Donna O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna w.
8 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Cute cottage, good location, good communication with owners. Will stay again.
Donna w.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher T.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean
If you're going to the beech, this is great; its right across the street. Check in at 4pm seems a bit late for a check in but otherwise pretty smooth process. outdoor shower on property to rinse the sand and salt off before coming in the house. Location is a bit away from amenities; nothing is really walking distance besides the beech. So you do need to drive to even the boardwalk. Most food options are not healthy or super kid friendly so if you have little kids you may have to just make food, which is what we did and just made a couple trips to the grocery store to stock up. Fortunately there is a full kitchen with dish washer and a clothes washer/dryer so the comforts of home are present and convenient. so all in all a great place if your only goals are to hit the beech and relax.
Christopher T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annabelle B.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, great location, vintage cottage
Very clean and well stocked cottage with super easy access to beach. The walk to beach was closer than some of our previous beach front houses. Twin and queen beds were comfortable. Loved the outdoor shower. First time at Carolina beach and we found it fun and entertaining with good surfing waves.
Annabelle B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David D.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property and Location
Very nice stay throughout. The property is minutes from the beach and we'll maintained.
David D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
27 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Perfect for our family of 5. Great spot for quick beach access and all the fun of Carolina Beach.
Lori B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jamie R.
23 Jul 2023
Sea shack
We had a great time on our family vacation at the Sea Shack. The house has a great location, easy to walk back and forth from the beach when needed. The decor is also very cute. The yard area was very nice to hang out in and for kids to run around in. We never needed to contact anyone during our stay but the info from Delaine before check in was very helpful and check in/out was so easy. The house was as the listing described and had all the amenities we needed during our stay. I did give 4 stars because there were a few things that could be improved. The house is kept at 80 degrees between guests and it took a very long time for the AC to cool it down to a comfortable temperature. It was not able to reach the temperature we needed until night time, so the whole first day of our stay was hot. There was also a lot of old grease on the shelves in the kitchen so the cleanliness there could be better. The appliances, dishes, counters were clean though. The bedroom with the king bed has water damage on the wall. It would also be nice for each bedroom to have a dresser for easier clothes storage. The queen bedroom has a dresser but no closet and the other 2 rooms have a closet but no dresser.
I would stay here again and the positives of the house definitely are more than the negatives. We really enjoyed the Sea Shack and Carolina Beach.
Jamie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gwen W.
22 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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Gwen W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bobbi C., United States
14 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The Sea Shack was the perfect beach house for my group of five. Single beds for kids, bedrooms for parents and grandparents have everyone a place to sleep without doubling up. Really appreciate this house has separate eating/ cooking/ leisure areas so guests are not on top of each other all the time.
Larry and Delaine provide chairs and sand toys - bring your canopy and you are all set to walk across the street to the EASIEST BEACH ACCESS EVER from a non ocean front home.
Check in and check out a breeze, plenty of parking, the owners very responsive. I would rent again with no hesitation.