Who doesn't love a wrap-around rocking chair porch? This is a pet friendly home known as "Nest Egg", and you'll want to invest your time enjoying the close by beach access and rustic charm from a bygone era. There are two bedrooms located on the main level (both have a Queen bed) and two more upstairs (one with a Queen and the other with 3 Twin beds). For extra guests or kids you can also use the Queen-sized sleeper sofa located in the main level Queen bedroom.
There are two full bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen to complete this home, along with a separate dining room that seats 4 - perfect for a late night game of Spades! The kitchen table also seats 4 and there are 3 barstools at the kitchen counter.
You can't beat Carolina beach for family fun and your family will want to come back often and stay at the "Nest Egg"!
***Note that owner reserves the right to occupy the lower level of the structure with at least a 24 hour notice, but this is a very rare occurrence strictly for maintenance or emergencies.***
Occupancy 11: Sun/Sun rental in Summer. Min two night stay other seasons. Pets welcome with fee. Bedding Recap: 3 Queens, 3 Twins, 1 Queen Sofa Bed Parking: Parking for four vehicles Prohibited: Smoking, Grilling on Deck Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-refundable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of pets are selected. Nonrefundable fees are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not included automatically when booking on VRBO and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty fees which are disclosed in House Rule #16. Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund. All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable).
Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C215 – Nest Egg” as a vacation rental.
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About the area
Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach is home to this holiday home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Freeman Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Riko's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
K38 Baja Grill - 4 min drive
Cape Fear Boil Company - 5 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch?
As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch on 7 May 2026 start from NZ$208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming cottage, rocking chair front porch located?
Situated in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Freeman Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
7.6
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We went down to visit & help some friends. The house was nice we loved the porch and spent a lot of our free time on it. Bryant real estate was always really good about getting back with us with any questions we had. We would definitely go and stay again if we went back
Cortney P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Thank you for the kind review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house and porch to be comfortable. It's great to hear that our team was responsive to your questions. We appreciate your positive feedback and would be delighted to host you again if you decide to revisit the area. Your satisfaction is our top priority.
If you don’t mind an older beach property… this is the place to stay. It was across the street from an east walkable beach access. We had toddlers and a 90+ with us and everyone walked to the beach. Accessible to quick store runs. Lots of local food options. Great experience for us.
Christie j.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that the location of the property was convenient and accessible for your family. Providing a positive experience for our guests is our top priority, and we're pleased that you had a great time overall. Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future.
My family took our first family vacation in 9 years and we absolutely loved the Nest Egg!! It was in the best location with the beach access across the street. Our kids had an awesome time laughing on the porch and it was a perfect place for us to enjoy each other. Carolina Beach did not disappoint. We will be repeat customers!
Robin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2023
Robin, thank you for the kind review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent
jean m.
22 June 2022
Great time
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family had a wonderful stay and a very good time. We'll be back!
jean m.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2022
Michael, We are so glad to hear that you and your family had a great time! We hope to see you soon!
House is right across the street from the beach access which is great. It is on the north end close to Freeman Park which allows dogs all day, can drive on this beach if you have a 4x4.
The house is spacious and the wrap around porch is nice. Inside the old girl is tired and in need of a makeover. It’s comfortable but no frills. Water had a very strong sulphur smell the first day which dissipated with use.
Diane E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
Diane, thank you for the feedback! We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
cute little place with lots of character and bespoke decorations
the house was clean and very accessible in terms of the beach and getting to it from the main roads. it's an older lady with lots of character such as funky carpet, bespoke decorations, sticky doors, uneven floors and lots of creaks and groans. the water had a strong sulfur smell when we first ran it but that went away. the outdoor shower was cute and great to use coming back from the beach. it has a nice large porch with lots of seating and a table in the corner. for all its charm, my whole family has all said we'd stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2023
Benjamin, thank you for the very thorough review! We hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
A guest from ,
27 July 2022
Dirty and old
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was dirty and old had spots where the floor was caving in house was very dirty when we arrived dog hair dust in vents look like has never been cleaned kitchen was dirty as well and outlets in kitchen stopped working in the middle of our stay
A guest from ,
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2022
Megan, We appreciate your feedback on the property, however wish that your issues would have been reported during your stay so that they could be remedied. We appreciate you reported the kitchen outlets and were happy to have an electrician out to fix this issue. We typically have the same cleaners in the property each week and our cleaner reported the property being excessively dirty upon your check-out with every washable item having to be removed and laundered off site.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Cecilia H.
19 August 2022
The Nest Egg
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were not happy with the house. There were many structural problems that I’m surprised would pass building codes. The steps were crooked and hard to climb. The ceilings were low and then there were ceiling fans with lights which made them lower!! The TV stand was incredible! The Tv was nailed down to pieces of wood on a cabinet! It really needs an update for the price we paid. We did like the porch and how close we were to the beach access. We were happy with our stay because we were together but not for the house.
Cecilia H.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2022
Cecilia, Thank you for your feedback on the property. The owner is at the property making improvements currently and will continue making improvements through the offseason. The property is in a prime location and has a wonderful porch to relax on. We are glad you were able to make lasting memories with your family.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
A guest from Bellevue, NE
21 June 2022
Pictures are deceiving
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed for 6 days and everyday but one the owners showed up to do some project. I'm on vacation to relax not to put up with that. I called the management company to tell them the kind of experience I had. Was told I would get a call back. NO call! So I called again and was told that "It has been dealt with and I should of got email from Morgan" Well guess what no email! The house was like a fraternity house(tape and zip ties for repairs)
A guest from Bellevue, NE
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
Stacie, Very sorry to hear about your troubles at the property. We did speak with the owner regarding this and they had a very different story regarding the amount of time spend at the property for the repair. An email was sent to you on 06/04/2022 at 12:14PM to the email address on file stating that we were sorry for any intrusions and that we regretted if this negatively impacted your stay.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Marylynn H.
9 June 2022
Love the location and set up of rooms but needs some updating.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were at this rental 11 years ago and there has been no updates to the furnishings, bathrooms or bappliances. I love the location but the bathrooms are in serious need of updating (zip ties on shower curtain!) The kitchen is not equipped to make anything - not even a decent pan for eggs in the morning. The redid the decking with gates which is a plus for a dog friendly rental, but the stairs have a serious slant to them that makes them difficult to walk up and down. The porch has many rockers which is lovely but no chairs to put around the glass table to sit at- we had to carry the kitchen chairs out to the table to sit around. Also, there is no grill - some websites say there is a grill and some don't so be aware there is not one here! With a little more TLC for the interior furnishings and restocking the kitchen it would be a much better rental.
Marylynn H.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2022
Marylynn,
Thank you for your feedback. We started managing the property in 2021. We are happy to hear that you loved the location and appreciate your suggestions on the furnishings, bathrooms, and appliances. We provide suggestions to the owners, so that when the off season comes around, they have information to take into consideration for updates. The updated decking is a very nice feature especially for the pups! We will double check our systems and listing in regards to the grill.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Kyra W.
21 July 2022
Nest Egg Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property is in a great location to the beach however it is extremely dated and had roaches. Supplies in the home that one would expect at a beach rental are lacking. The house cooling system only works in the living room which requires multiple fans everywhere to spread the air. This is obviously known as there are 5-6 portable fans in the house. Multiple ceiling fans shake and we feared they would fall off the ceiling. The front stairs appear to be recently replaced however the slant on them is dangerous as we almost slipped off them multiple times. This is a safety hazard. The furniture in the living room is so worn and needs replacing. Overall, this rental is horrible and I would never rent it nor would I recommend this rental. It is in desperate need of repairs and upkeep. The only pluses are the location and the large porch to sit on.
Kyra W.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2022
Kyra, Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the location and appreciate the items listed out that need to be addressed such as the roaches, air conditioning, and living room furniture. We hope you will visit Carolina Beach again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sindy
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sindy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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