Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar
This charming bungalow is steps away from the beach access at the Ocean Grill Tiki. You can hear the ocean from the screened in porch out back or out front on a huge deck with picnic table. One block from the ocean, this house has been completely renovated yet still has the cottage nostalgia when it was a barracks. There is plenty of outdoor living space as well as a yard perfect for corn hole, grilling out or enjoying your family and friends in the privacy of the back yard (fence). Fully remodeled in 2020 (new floors, new decks, bathroom and kitchen with a screened in porch addition), this house is perfect for up to six people. There is enough room in the driveway to bring your boat or park three cars.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property # 2083633vb
About the area
Carolina Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighbourhood in Carolina Beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
The Sandspur - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Crush & Grind - 3 min drive
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - 3 min walk
El Cazador Carolina Beach - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach bungalow at pistachio: one block from the beach and Tiki bar located?
Located in Wilmington Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Lake Park. Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great spot for our Labor Day weekend trip; just a block from the beach! My kids loved having their own room and we all appreciated the included linens and beach supplies! Perfect spot for a family trip; would definitely recommend!
Katie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather
4 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at the pistachio bungalow! Good distance to the beach and restaurants. We enjoyed the outdoor space and the beach chairs and wagon were very helpful!
It’s was perfect for our family. Loved that it was so close to the beach and restaurants. The house was clean and neat. Would love to stay there again.
The Pistachio cottage was a great stay due to the extra amenities. It was clean, bug free with good air conditioning and finally location, location, location.The beach chairs, beach umbrella and outdoor wash-off areas were appreciated. Clean linens, towels and kitchen cleaning supplies took the stress out of a beach visit. We really enjoyed the outdoor shower, which keeps the humidity out of the cottage.Highly recommend for a smaller group or family. Our family visit consisted of four adults.
It was cute, clean, definitely had more amenities than your average rental including all the beach stuff, games and puzzles and the fenced in yard and screened in porch. Only cons were that the ice maker wasn’t working well and there is not an indoor dining room area. Property managers were friendly and helpful.
We stayed here last week and it was exactly what we were looking for. We wanted to spend a few days by the beach and it is really just a short walk from the house to the beach and many restuarants. The house was clean, there were towels laid out in each bedroom for us. Unfortunatley the weather wasn't very cooperative so we only got to spend a few hours at the beach for one day but that was ok because we got to spend some family time together at the house. My favorite spot was the screened in part of the back deck where we could take cover from the rain but still spend time outside while watching movies and enjoying each other company. I would stay here again if we were to come back to Carolina beach!
The home was cute and charming. I loved the porch sitting areas both front and back. It was really nice to cook breakfast and sit on the back porch to enjoy breakfast. Location to the beach was perfect and the provided chairs and cart were a blessing.
My family and I enjoyed our stay very much. The screened in back porch and fenced backyard were just wonderful for a family with young children! They also offered puzzles and books in the laundry room for use on a rainy day. The owners were very responsive to all our questions and needs. Wonderful vacation spot 🙂
The Pistachio was a lovely cottage in a fabulous location, close to the beach and in a very nice neighborhood. We loved the stay, the cleanliness, the responsiveness of the landlords, and the feel of the cottage. We would definitely recommend the Pistachio to anybody looking for a place near the beach that is family friendly with responsive property managers. All of us loved it.
Had an amazing time. Loved the house and the porches were great especially the screened in back porch at night. It was a short walk to the beach which was not crowded and the tiki bar that had great food. We are going to plan another trip next year and can’t wait to get back.
Loved our time at the Pistachio Bungalow. Our Carolina Beach vacation will definitely go down as a top 5 for our family. My teenager loved the screened in back porch and our 5 year old loved every room in the house. This place had everything you would want for a blast at the beach. Definitely coming back!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location is IDEAL - one easy block to the beach. The house is just as advertised and worked perfectly for our family (2 adults & 2 teens). When we walked in and saw ceiling fans in all the rooms I knew we found a winner. The enclosed back deck is perfect for your morning coffee or evening cocktail. Nice flat fenced in yard offers great privacy from neighbors. We would totally book this one again!!
Julie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Allison Bruffey
We fell in love with CB back in 2015. We were actually visiting the Wilmington area because our daughter was competing in a triathlon. The charm and the vibe of Carolina Beach, of Pleasure Island, was undeniable. We kept talking about the possibility of buying, and then we did. We love it here and know our guests will too!
Why they chose this property
This property wasn’t even on our radar. We were actually looking for a lot. But Allison is always checking out the local listings and then this property popped up. When we first saw it, we loved the lot, but the poor house. We learned that it was actually a military barrack that had been relocated from Fort Fisher to its current location on Bowfin Ln. At that point, we embraced this little house’s history and decided to renovate. The final result is now called Pistachio Bungalow. Pistachio for the obnoxiously bright green that the house was once painted, and Bungalow because of it’s relaxing vibe and it’s size. It has everything you could want though. And the backyard and screened in porch are the perfect spot to unwind and relax after a long day on the beach. Literally a 3 minute walk to the ocean as well as to the infamous “Tike Bar”.
What makes this property unique
It’s location, hands down. Pistachio Bungalow is situated on Bowfin Lane, just off the very popular Tennessee Avenue and it’s traffic controlled crosswalk that leads directly to the beach access.
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