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šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs overlooking a beach and ocean.
A spacious living room with a dark blue sectional sofa, wooden dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beachfront property with multiple-story buildings, balconies, and palm trees.
Beautiful sunsets
Aquarium at Fort Fisher

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carolina Beach
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ā€Ŗ1 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ā€Ŗ16 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ā€Ŗ3 min driveā€¬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ā€Ŗ33 min driveā€¬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Master Suite 1

1 King Bed

Master Suite 2

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø

Reasons You Will Love Sandstep:

* Oceanfront Duplex, Steps to Public Beach

* Ocean Views from Multiple Balconies

* Great for Large Groups and Families - Plenty of Parking

* Boardwalk to the Beach

* Shared Pool and Gas Grill

* Professionally Managed

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

**Sandstep is the top 2 floors of this duplex (upper and lower) and, as such, some amenities will be shared between both sides of the property.

This spacious oceanfront duplex offers a perfect getaway with complimentary Wi-Fi, and central air. Located just steps from the public beach, it features a shared pool with two other units, an outdoor shower, and parking for up to four cars. Guests can enjoy grilling on the gas grill or dining on the deck, which offers seating for four and ocean views. Families are well-accommodated with a high chair and booster seat available.

The third-floor kitchen and dining area boast a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, including a refrigerator, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, and more. The large dining table seats 10, with additional seating for 5 at the kitchen bar. The adjacent living room offers seating for 11, with entertainment options like a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, Roku, and various books and games. The third-floor laundry area is equipped with a high-efficiency washer and dryer for added convenience.

The second floor features two ocean-view master suites, each with a king bed, private bathroom with a large tub and stand-up shower, and shared balcony access. Additional bedrooms include two queen beds with deck access, a room with two bunk beds, and two more bedrooms with king beds on the third floor. All bedrooms come with flat-screen TVs, ceiling fans, and alarm clocks, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone.

The Bed Setup:

2nd Floor
Master Suite #1: King Bed with Balcony Access and Ocean Views
Master Suite #2: King Bed with Balcony Access and Ocean Views
Guest Bedroom #1: Two Queen Beds with Deck Access
Guest Bedroom #2: Two Twin-over-Full Bunkbeds

3rd Floor
Guest Bedroom #3: King Bed
Guest Bedroom #4: King Bed

**The Pool is managed by the HOA's Pool Owners Association and is open from May 1st (weather depending) until September 30th each year.

Area Attractions:

Carolina Beach is a perfect family-friendly destination with a variety of attractions to keep everyone entertained. Families can stroll along the lively Carolina Beach Boardwalk with its rides, games, and local shops, or explore nature at Carolina Beach State Park, home to hiking trails and rare Venus flytraps. Nearby, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers interactive exhibits that kids will love, while Freeman Park provides beach access for fishing, swimming, and camping. Don't miss the historic Kure Beach Pier for fishing and ocean views, or relax at Carolina Beach Lake Park with paddleboats and playgrounds. For active fun, Tony Silvagni Surf School offers surf lessons for all ages. Carolina Beach has something for every family member to enjoy!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0ā€“17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2209776vb
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
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

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Legion Stadium, or consider a night out at SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Freeman Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬13 min walk
  • ā€ŖIsland Burgers And Bites - ā€¬11 min walk
  • ā€ŖCrush & Grind - ā€¬12 min walk
  • ā€ŖRiko's - ā€¬3 min drive
  • ā€ŖK38 Baja Grill - ā€¬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is šŸ‘£SandstepšŸ‘£Oceanfront, Shared Pool, Gas Grillā˜€ļø located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property to rent. House was just right. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessicah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not know the pool wasnā€™t open and there was a giant pipe blocking beach access. Other than that the house was perfect and a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The beach view is beautiful, and the cabin is really nice, clean, spaceful, and fun. Checking in was hard, because the instructions weren't sufficient. There were 2 gates, which had 2 different locks keyes, which delayed our stay due to confusion. The keys for the lift was also not working properly. Other than that, our experience was wonderful, and definitely would come again if would.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prefect location. Just bring your clothes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Nice house

Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review, Jennifer! We would be happy to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda h.

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

The house was as listed, and we had a great time, a great location

The property was great, great view of the ocean from the desk, the house was clean, and the beds was comfortable. If I was ever to visit Carline Beach again, I would definitely choose this place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review. We hope that if you come back to Carolina Beach that you will stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Nice place

Nice and relaxing. Great ocean views from both floors
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review! We are pleased to hear you had a relaxing vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Wonderful house

Everything was wonderful - had an issue with ac but maintenance responded quickly!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for the review! We hope to see you again soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

annmarie c.

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

amazing place!

This house was amazing- the space, the views, the pool and the oceanfront location! all top notch. I had to call maintenance once and they responded extremely quickly to fix the issue. Loved the place so much, we are renting it again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Hi Annmarie! Thank you for this review! Our guests are our top priority so we respond ASAP for maintenance. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Shawna M.

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

Summer family trip

Property was as expected. Great location. Shared entryway/staircase was a bit of a hassle and the door didn't seem to lock very easily.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Hi Shawna! Thank you for your review! I will make sure maintenance takes an extra look at the lock on the door.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Great location

Had a mini family reunion celebrating my daughter's graduation from UNCW. The house was perfectly appointed and could not be in a better location. There are a lot of stairs and the elevator was out while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for staying with us at Sandstep! We are so glad you celebrated such a special occasion with us! Congratulations to the new graduate! We hope your celebration was everything you had hoped for and look forward to celebrating other occasions with you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

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

Great property with great ocean views!

This was a great condo with very responsive management. Great beds and decor. Plenty of space for a large family. Wonderful pool. Had an extra refrigerator which was awesome! Elevator was very handy, but not great for those with claustrophobia. We could feel the building sway a bit, but maybe that is normal with a building this tall. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for the five-star review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kory S.

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

Girls trip

LOVED! Very clean, big rooms. The stairs could have been cleaner. The elevator was broken during our stay so that wasnā€™t very fun but we were notified way beforehand and it didnā€™t stop us from having a great time! Highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review! We are glad that your girl's trip with us was a success! We apologize for the inconvenience with the elevator. Unfortunately, new residential elevator laws have caused elevators in vacation homes to shut down until they are in compliance. We are glad we were able to notify you in advance of this and that it didn't hinder your trip. We hope to see you and your group again soon!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrea B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The beach location and view were lovely. However, we rented this property for a family, for an 80th birthday. And we had one person on crutches who couldn't climb stairs. The property was advertised as one that was appropriate for a large group, and that had an elevator. The elevator didn't work when we arrived. It took over 24 hours to get that sorted and was pretty clear it had not been checked prior to our arrival. The house was not stocked for a large group - it had silverware and glassware for 6-8 people, tops. Carolina Beach Realty was great in going out to purchase what we needed. 3 lightbulbs out when we arrived. Again, Carolina Beach Realty fixed them on our second day, but someone should have caught this prior to our arrival. And the house was pretty dirty. Dirty toilets, cobwebs - as if it hadn't been really cleaned in a month.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Deanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Donā€™t rent this place needing and expecting an elevator for ā€œease of accessā€ as described. It didnā€™t work at all the whole time and we had two very mobility challenged guests, one of those two was a 95 yr old veteran who uses oxygen and a walker, plus two other guests in their 80ā€™s. It was very challenging to have them navigate three flights of stairs daily with assistance! Then to top it off, one of the ocean facing bedroom bathroomā€™s had electrical issues where lights crackled and power went out on that side of those rooms. Not an enjoyable stay for me during our daughterā€™s graduation and having to deal with the lack of communication, being told Friday the elevator was going to be fixed Saturday morning and it not only wasnā€™t but we werenā€™t contacted until I got a text two minutes before their office closed for the weekend. Disappointed in how it was all handled is an understatement.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rabia C.

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

Over all it was a great property and location q

The property had a great view. I am glad the Elevators was working, to get the kitchen on the 3rd floor. If they can just change the carpets to make the property better. Just one little irritation was that the dishwasher was full of clean load. We could not use it because it was full. Other wise when the ax broke down someone came with in an hour to fix it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed this home and its view. We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed from 9/13/25 to 9/20/25. The house was clean and had plenty of room. There were 9 of us total that stayed, the view was great and easy access to the beach. Everything we needed was close by for dining and shopping. The only issue I had was the elevator. I had 3 elderly relatives and one with MS who could not go stairs. The day before we left the elevator completely stop working, unfortunately my niece was in the elevator when in stopped working. She was in there for about 45 minutes until maintenance could get her out. So not only we had that issue the 3 elderly people and my friend that had MS had a very difficult time doing the stairs. I did reach out to the reality company in regards to this issue but got no response. It realy caused some distress for the last day getting everything out of the house and having to help the people with disabilities. Everything else was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us and for the detailed feedback. Iā€™m glad the home was clean, roomy, and conveniently located, and Iā€™m very sorry about the elevator failure and the distress it causedā€”especially for guests with limited mobility. That situation and the lack of timely communication were unacceptable. Our maintenance team responded to free the guest and has since repaired and inspected the elevator; weā€™ve also scheduled additional preventative checks and updated our emergency response procedures. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope youā€™ll consider us again for a future stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison P.

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

Fun Stay

The house was wonderful. Laid out well for our 10 adults, 6 kids, and baby. Rooms are spacious and clean. We really liked this house and only had 2 issues. AC went out for 22hours and felt like it could have been resolved quicker, but that's partial fault of property mgt company and the owner only allows one service company. It got HOT! Only other issue was the pool - it's shared and whatever house shared it with us must have told all their friends because it the people in it had to be from multiple houses. Little crowded at times but worth being beach front with a pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Hi Brandon! Thank you for the four stars. We do sympathize with your AC issues and are sorry we could not resolve them sooner. We do hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Juliana S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Property needs some major TLC!

The pictures are super deceiving. Donā€™t get me wrong, the area and beach access is amazing. We loved waking up and being able to watch dolphins from our balcony. However, this property needs some major help. Broken elevator, kitchen cabinets falling off, floors turning our kids feet black, broken dryer door, squealing shower heads, the central air not shutting off and freezing the one room, trash left under the couches from the previous renter. Paint pealing by the stairs, coffee stains on the carpet. Iā€™m not sure a cleaning company even came between us and the previous person. We definitely left it cleaner than how we found it when we left.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! The views from this home are beautiful. The elevator is currently shut down due to new residential elevator laws and we are awaiting a new gate to get it up to code. We are sorry to hear you experienced other maintenance and cleanliness issues during your stay. Your feedback will be passed on to the appropriate departments to address. Thanks!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Concerns with the condition of this property

This unit was selected because it had an elevator. By the time we were informed that the elevator would not be repaired other rentals were not available. We were told that money would be refunded due to this issue, and when we asked how much no one would provide a number. A refund of $500 is 4%. That is not sufficient for the lack of elevator, dirty condition, & disrepair of the unit. Upon entering the property we were surprised by the lack of upkeep. The handrails were dirty & sticky. The base boards & hallway carpeting were matted with dirt. Toeshoe molding had been removed & the baseboards were not repainted. The door to the porch was grimy and missing paint. The tub upstairs does not drain, their was mold on the shower curtain, dirt on the kitchen chairs. All of the pool chairs were missing straps and there was mold on each one. The required ā€œtowelā€ package is cheap, thin, rough dorm level towels. The decor can only be characterized as institutionalized. All the walls are painted white, bedding is white, shower curtains are white, etc. It feels cheap. Chairs are covered with cheap slipcovers, the main bedroom is missing a sitting chair, wall art is random. The paint job does not look professional-there are drips & areas missing paint. The renovation that was done is a downgrade. A luxury beachfront rental should have high end furnishings and the appearance of professional decorating. This unit does not.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are sorry to hear that this home did not meet the cleanliness and condition that you were expecting. These concerns have already been passed along to the owner and the correct departments. Thanks!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tiffini R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Ross Family Getaway

Needed more attention in the bathrooms and stairwells. Wasnā€™t clean enough. The shower curtains were dirty. I sprayed bathroom cleaner on them and ran water and the dirt came off. So if it was cleaned better that wouldnā€™t be a problem The rooms and kitchen were very clean. Except the pillows they need to be replaced. Thank goodness for the linen being cleaned thoroughly. The views of the ocean are amazing.. so would stay here again just be prepared to clean before you get comfortable. Itā€™s a little over priced especially with the cost for cleaning added. Overall it was a good stay as it was all about family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thanks so much for your feedback! We have addressed these issues with the cleaner and always working to improve our guest experiences. We hope to make it up to you in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jerry C.

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

Sandstep 2

Property management was poor no communication when we arrived at 4pm house had not been cleaned. After calling at 5pm cleaning crew arrived at 615pm finished around 720pm Property needs some work: 2nd floor would not cool down below 75 fans in all bedrooms so must be a known issue. Power outlets at carport did not work so we had no place to plug in golfcart.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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