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The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath

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Living area
Dining
Interior
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath

Welcome to the Sandbox where the marina meets the ocean! Your charming beach get-away has one owner suite with a queen bed, private full bathroom & private access to the balcony overlooking the ocean.  Lounge in bed & watch the waves as the moon illuminates the ocean! The 2nd bedroom has a twin over full bunk bed with another single bed. Pull out trundle available but ideally for a child. Come back to find a fully equipped kitchen will accommodate all your needs. *2nd floor unit, No Elevator*

The centrally located bar area is anchored with a surfboard and there is a top of the line washer & dryer in the unit. Read your favorite book in the cozy chaise lounge with the ocean in your foreground. Guest room has a single over full bunk bed and an additional single bed. Trundle is available but ideal for a child. A perfect set up for small families and/or kids! You have access to the beach and boardwalk just across the street and tandem unit specific assigned parking for 2 vehicles. Park & never have to use the car while here!  Also, there is additional storage downstairs in locked storage units for sandy beach apparatus and the front overlooks the pool.  In storage, for your use is a beach cart, boogie boards, a skim board and have added a Keurig coffee machine as well! **2nd Floor Unit, NO ELEVATOR**

Access to the storage unit downstairs which has 3 boogie boards, a skim board and a beach cart. Storage code will be included in your itinerary the day before your scheduled check-in. One long tandem marked parking space , fits two cars. Also, building private pool access with a key provided in the unit.

I'm Mary-Katherine your host. I'm on the island most of the time and easy to contact via message directly in the AirBnB app.

If you don't already know, Carolina Beach is one of the best kept secrets in NC! You can ride your 4x4 on Freeman Park beach, walk or wheel to anything you will need to make your vacation unforgettable- World famous Britts donuts, so many amazing restaurants, many with roof top ocean views, a new top of the line Arcade, carnival rides, rentable bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, live music & fireworks on the beach, Saturday farmers market by the lake, movies by the lake on Sunday evenings, visit the Kure Beach pier and do some fishing, the list goes on and on!

This location is superb for being able to have some privacy off the beach but with ocean views and access merely across the street. Once your vehicle is parked, you have no need to get back in unless you want to visit Fort Fisher or the Aquarium or battleship in downtown Wilmington (which is also a fascinating destination in itself! There are sunset boat tours and deep sea fishing tours available across the street as well. Our beach, unlike most in this area, has lifeguards and terrific businesses where you can rent chairs, umbrellas, etc. which can be set up for you in the mornings before the heat sets in!

Sorry no pets
PLEASE download the AirBnB app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have quick access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes, WiFi info, your house manual & guidebook.

Please treat our place like it is your own
No pets
Leave shoes at the door to reduce the amount of sand in the unit
No towels or clothing over balconies (outside furniture ok)
Please do not feed birds off the balcony
Please follow check-in & check-out procedures closely
Please do not boost the thermostat more than 1-2 degrees at a time
Please do not wash off make-up on towels/washcloths; only disposable wipes
Please do NOT put extremely sandy clothing or towels in washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow children or pets on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!

Most importantly, PLEASE ENJOY our beloved ocean side "Sandbox" condo. It brings us genuine joy to know you enjoyed your stay, that's our goal. We want you to return year after year.

Let MK know via text if you need anything via the CHAT ONLY

Property manager

Mary-Katherine Smith

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪GulfStream Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed/2 Bath located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for accessing beach and boardwalk. Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beach access is right across the street - parking lot is the only thing between the condo and the beach so you can see the ocean from the balcony. Public beach access is also on the Boardwalk so easy walk to the rides, etc. Beds are comfortable. Communication was quick and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

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

Great place to stay

Location was perfect, the beach is just across the street, along with a taco restaurant (food was really good) and a convenient store. The condo was clean and nice very well stocked with essentials and extras. My only complaint was the bathroom shower in the main bedroom was so so small l could barely turn around and the fixtures were old. Other than that, I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Thank you!

Thank you for making our quick trip to Carolina Beach enjoyable. We appreciated all the extras and being so close to the boardwalk for the weekend event. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary-Katherine Smith

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Languages:

English