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Bob's Island retreat

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A theme park with a large octopus statue, a blue and white car, and a small boat.
A view of a waterfront property with a wooden deck, a calm water body, and houses in the background.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and light blue walls.
A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and a living room.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of a lake at sunset.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carolina Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bath 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near a water park and by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Freeman Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Preacher's Kitchin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bob's Island retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bob's Island retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Bob's Island retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bob's Island retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bob's Island retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bob's Island retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is steps away from Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Carolina Beach. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean. Perfect for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful views of the marsh and easy to get to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is just about perfect! The location to the beach is a short walking distance, the condo decor is whimsical and eclectic and tastefully done. The place is very clean, well equipped and the owner has great communication. We'll definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire place was extremely clean, including the towels and linens. Parking was great, it’s literally under the front deck, couldn’t get any closer. Bob was awesome. The listing stated to get in touch with him on the day of arrival, but he actually reached out first to let us know about check in and several things to check out in the area during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo is fantastic! So fun to sit on the back porch to watch to marsh and the birds. The front porch has a great sitting area and gets a nice breeze. The condo is cozy and well appointed. It had everything we needed. We brought our dog with us, and it was a quick walk to the beach. He loved it! We enjoyed the pool, the beach and the cute town.
Sunset view from back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the north end and this stay was awesome! Location was perfect for us with lots of other pet owners in the area. This place is now our favorite place in the north end
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Thanks for the stay! Being too short of a time is the only complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bob makes it so easy. Simple check in, great parking situation, easy check out. We love the front and back porches, the kitchen, the comfortable beds and couch. Even during a rainy stay we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay at the beach

This condo has easy access to the beach, views of the marsh, and a convenient, uncrowded pool. We had a perfectly relaxing stay and would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you for the great review! Hope you return soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Our family had a wonderful time!! So wonderful pet friendly!!! Thank you for sharing your island retreat!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled your family had a wonderful time and enjoyed the pet-friendly environment. It was our pleasure sharing Bob's Island Retreat with you. Hope to see you again soon! Best, Bob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Bob’s Island Retreat. The property was clean, comfortable and well maintained. It was also well stocked. We loved the location, close to the beach and Freeman park. Overall excellent. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relax!

Great place. Very clean and well stocked. Really enjoyed both the front and back porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
We hope you come back soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the property

Plenty of room, had all the basics needed. Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the space, amenities, and location. Looking forward to your next visit! Best, Bob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bob's is the best!

Such a great place. Great pool. Convenient parking. Quiet neighborhood. Great for the pup. Short walk to Freeman Park Beach! Our favorite oasis!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retreat

Thank you for such a wonderful stay! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
We work at all the time. Thank you we hope you come back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Has everything you need! So close to all the hot spots! Very clean, Bob is quick to respond if you have any questions. We will definitely be back to stay at Bob's Island Retreat soon!! Thanks Bob!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, clean stay close to beach

Property was very nice and clean. Accommodating with a shift to add our dog to the travels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you found the property nice and clean, and that we could accommodate your furry friend. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Bob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marsh-side perfection

This was our second stay. We love this place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
We are glad you came back ! Hope you return next season !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was very easy. All was as instructions provided. Kitchen was super clean and easily navigated. The entire unit was clean and comfortable. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great short vacation with the family of 3 and pups

The location is perfect for accessing the Freeman Beach and being close to restaurants, etc. The house is tidy and everything is labeled well. Thanks Bob!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
Come back soon ! And thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Goodwin-Hadfield family

The condo was perfect for our small family getaway! Loved the proximity to the Pier and the Point. Bob our host was so helpful and gracious, love his place. Thanks again for a fun seamless experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
Thank you , come back soon !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend

Everything went extremely smooth and the property was a very nice condo
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
Thank you , lots of new things on the island this year .
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