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Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access!

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Welcome to Sol Shine, an oceanfront haven where you can unwind on your private beach access and watch the sunrise over the Atlantic from the seaside deck. With large sliding glass doors spanning both kitchen and living room, take in breathtaking views of waves while enjoying fully equipped amenities like a Smart TV, dining area for six and a spacious kitchen island.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access!

Sol Shine | Oceanfront, Private Beach Access, Separate Living Space, Dog-Friendly

Welcome to Sol Shine—the kind of oceanfront home you picture when dreaming about the perfect beach getaway. With private beach access, expansive ocean views, and space for the whole family, this home is designed for both relaxation and easy coastal living.

Step outside onto your deck and you’re just steps from the sand. Start your mornings with coffee at sunrise and end your days listening to the waves roll in—this is beachfront living at its best.

*Living & Coastal Comfort:
The main level features a bright, open layout with panoramic ocean views from both the living room and kitchen.

Wall of sliding glass doors overlooking the ocean
Comfortable seating + large Smart TV with cable
Dining table for 6 + kitchen island seating for 4
Fully equipped kitchen—just bring your groceries

*Bedrooms & Layout:
Main Level:
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed (new mattress), Smart TV
Second Bedroom: Queen bed (new mattress), Smart TV
Third Bedroom: Two twin-over-twin bunk beds (perfect for kids or groups)

Lower Level (Private Living Space):
Ideal for extended family or added privacy, this level includes:
Living room with Smart TV + queen sleeper sofa
Kitchenette with island, coffee maker, mini fridge & microwave
Bedroom with queen bed
Full bathroom with walk-in shower
Access to ground-level patio with charcoal grill

*Outdoor Living:
Private beach walkway just steps from the deck
Outdoor shower for easy rinse-offs
Oceanfront deck with unobstructed views
Ground-level patio with grill

*Extras & Convenience:
Washer & dryer (located in garage)
Garage + driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles
Stocked with essential household items for your stay
Professionally cleaned and well-maintained

*Prime Location:
2-minute walk to Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar (live music, drinks & dining)
Short drive to Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Britt’s Donuts, restaurants, shops, and summer events
Easy access to local favorites, fireworks, and beach activities

*Pet-Friendly Details 🐾
2 Dogs welcome ($225 non-refundable fee)
Carolina Beach Rules:
April 1 – September 30: Dogs allowed before 9 AM & after 5 PM
October 1 – March 31: Dogs allowed anytime

*Important Information:
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
No smoking
Must be 25+ to rent
Linens provided (sheets, towels, pillows, blankets)

*Sleeping Arrangements:
Main Level:
Primary Bedroom: Queen
Second Bedroom: Queen
Third Bedroom: Two Twin Bunks

Lower Level:
Bedroom: Queen
Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,720 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Sol Shine Ocean Front Home Nicely Remodeled
2512-169196

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. 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. With windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

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    5 min walk - 0.4 km
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    17 min walk - 1.5 km
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    Carolina Beach State Park
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Island Burgers And Bites
    3 min drive
  • El Cazador Carolina Beach
    19 min walk
  • Crush & Grind
    3 min drive
  • Shuckin' Shack
    18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access! located?

Located in Wilmington Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Mike Chappell Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sol Shine - Dog Friendly, Oceanfront House, Large Deck,Private Beach Access! Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V.

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

Great Location and Space to Relax

Easy check-in and great location near Carolina Beach boardwalk, shopping, and restaurants. Clean house, a few steps to the sand and ocean, and great relaxing on the back deck with a coffee!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

CB 4 day stay

Property was spotless and the host were very responsive/ the view we had daily while having our morning coffee was beautiful. We also enjoyed hear the waves crash the beach. We would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendal B.

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

Family vacation

Had a great family vacation! House was clean and looked just like the pictures. Loved the access to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Getaway

This home was perfect for us. Had everything we needed and was clean and the kitchen well stocked. The private access to the beach was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yamelle M.

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

New year 2025

Great spacious house with very nice kitchen. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy fowler W.

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

Perfect for our family

We loved the openness of the front area. The kitchen was well equipped. It was so nice on the deck The beach access was great. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Sol shine

Incredible house perfect location and yoir own boardwalk over the dunes to the beach we love it
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Family and Friends Getaway

Amazing weekend at the beach. Wonderful place. Clean, comfortable, and gorgeous views. Host was very accommodating. Our girls and the dogs had a ton of fun on the beach. Great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Great views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and spectacular views! The property was clean and included thoughtful amenities for guests. The house was spacious providing ample areas to spread out or gather together without being cramped. Interactions with the property management company were courteous and professional. Check in annd out were both very easy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

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

Family Vacay

The house was absolutely perfect for our family stay. Being right on the beach is priceless with children ages 2 & 3. The sunrise views in the morning are beautiful & gets your day started on the right foot. Very centrally located - went to the aquarium one morning (10 minutes away), ice cream right across the street, Tiki Bar a few houses down & Publix one mile away. Love the retro feel of Carolina Beach & watched the surfers every day!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Birthday

House was beautiful. Views were amazing would defiantly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect for Girls Weekend

Everything about this house was just right for our group of 5. The only complaints we had were that the lock box for the key was a bit difficult to open and the showers are really small. But location was perfect and overall property was very nice. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Bringing in the New Year

Enjoyed our time at this great location on Carolina Beach. Beautiful ocean views and close to a variety of restaurants, bars, etc. Location was close for a short drive to the NC Aquarium and a ferry ride to Southport, which made for a great day. House was comfy and we appreciated the private walkway to the beach to take our fur babies for daily strolls. Had a great view from the back deck for the New Year fireworks display at Kure Beach! Hope to return again soon -- had a great time at Sol Shine!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Staci S.

Excellent Location!

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 loved staying at Sol Shine and spending hours on the porch listening to the waves during our March stay. Would give five stars all around other than two things...1. need a new dishwasher or a major cleaning. We hand washed everything. 2. Showers are pretty small. We managed, but someone of larger stature would probably have trouble.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Awesome beach house at Carolina Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Sol Shine! The house is very well equipped and the kitchen has more useful pots, pans, and utensils than most rentals. We were also really surprised and pleased at how truly dog friendly the house is. The couches even had couch covers and there was a basket of dog items by the door. It’s nice to be in a rental and not feel paranoid about having a dog.It was a bit chilly while we were there, but that didn’t matter because there’s a great view of the ocean from the living room! On days when it was a little warmer, we loved sitting out on the deck and the easy access to the beach. We used the downstairs studio for a younger couple in our family. This worked out perfectly for us, but the 2 floors are a little more separate than we had imagined. I highly recommend this house at Carolina Beach! We had such a great time that we already booked a return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome Weekend

My friends and family had a wonderfully relaxing weekend celebrating a birthday. Everyone was comfortable and happy. We will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Danielle K.

Wonderful Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful vacation at Sol Shine. The location was great. The house had all that we needed for the week! We loved being able to bring our dog!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Perfect beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 5th year renting Sol Shine. It is a great beach house for our family. It is pretty well maintained. We like that it is pet friendly. The charcoal grill downstairs was great to have. It is a great location, close to stores and restaurants. We always look forward to the fireworks and boardwalk for the kids. We love having the extra rooms downstairs for privacy for some family members. House is well equipped with enough seating, kitchen supplies, linens, and board games and puzzles. The deck has ample seating for our family. The dishwasher needs to be replaced. Management said that would be done this week. Everything else in great working order.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Perfect beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 5th year renting Sol Shine. It is a great beach house for our family. It is pretty well maintained. We like that it is pet friendly. The charcoal grill downstairs was great to have. It is a great location, close to stores and restaurants. We always look forward to the fireworks and boardwalk for the kids. We love having the extra rooms downstairs for privacy for some family members. House is well equipped with enough seating, kitchen supplies, linens, and board games and puzzles. The deck has ample seating for our family. The dishwasher needs to be replaced. Management said that would be done this week. Everything else in great working order.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hanna S.

Great House Right on the Beach and Fantastic Location!

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: Our family (all adults) had a wonderful vacation at Sol Shine a few weeks ago! We loved being able to bring our dogs! The location was fantastic; we could walk to bars and restaurants, and of course, the Tiki Bar right on the beach is just steps from our house. There's an ice cream place just across the street, too. The Property Mgt company was great. I realized when I got home that I had left some bathing suits hanging on the back of the bathroom door, and they mailed them to me. The indoor and porch space was perfect for us, although there was not enough outdoor seating for everyone. The view is incredible, so we didn't mind standing up out there to hang out. We also appreciated having a second refrigerator in the garage as well as a nice washing machine and dryer. A few things to note:1. The spiral staircase is in a hot, creepy stairwell that leads from the upstairs to the garage. If going to the downstairs apartment from inside, you go down that spiral staircase that leads to the garage, then walk through the garage to get to the downstairs apartment. We LOVED the apartment, but we always used the outside stairs to go back and forth--even when it was raining. (Side note: we have a spiral staircase in our home and were not phased when we read about one being in this house, but this one is the tiniest one we've ever seen.)2. We had 8 people and there were only 7 forks. We washed dishes a lot.3. There are no beach chairs or umbrellas, so bring your own.4. The bunk beds are very uncomfortable. They may be comfy for small kids but not for adults. The other beds were all very comfortable, though.It was our first time visiting Carolina Beach, and we loved it! We'd definitely come back, and we'd stay at Sol Shine again, too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would definitely stay at Sol Shine again. Perfect location and nice home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Plenty of room

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an extended stay which allowed our children and grandchildren time to come enjoy the beach with us. The house is very accommodating for multiple actives happening simultaneously. Lots of room to lounge and sleep.The porch is outstanding with lots of chairs and a pleasant outdoor shower to get the sand off when you finish s inning. The only thing missing is a sleeping hammock!As others noted, the indoor showers are a bit small, but that is our only negative comment Eveything else was terrific..
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

April 2024 Stay

Great location and breath taking views . Beautiful house and enjoyed our week the only thing I would change would be the spiral staircase to the downstairs but we would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Comforts of Home with a View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my family’s second time staying at Sol-Shine. The layout of the house was perfect for our group of 6 (the last time we had 8 which also worked). The teens love having their own space in the downstairs apartment and the view from the kitchen/living room cannot be beaten. Our dogs are also huge fans of both the house and its close proximity to the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Best rental we’ve had!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental is exactly what was promised. Every aspect of the house is guest friendly. And we so appreciate that the owners allow us to bring dogs. We had a wonderful time on the back deck,the beach and visiting the surrounding areas. We had a few questions and David, the property manager, got back to us quickly. We recommend this house for couples or families. We give it an A plus rating!