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Canal-Front w/ Boat Slip + Kayaks | 4BR Waterfront Retreat | Sleeps 12 - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

Canal-Front w/ Boat Slip + Kayaks | 4BR Waterfront Retreat | Sleeps 12
  • As low as $654 - $654/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Canal-Front w/ Boat Slip + Kayaks | 4BR Waterfront Retreat | Sleeps 12

General Features

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Bicycle on site
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cycling nearby
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Ice maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near laundromat
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Pet friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 2120 sq ft (197 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing nearby

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Canal-Front w/ Boat Slip + Kayaks | 4BR Waterfront Retreat | Sleeps 12 map location
About this Property
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 2120 square feet
Welcome to Docks, Decks and Sunsets, a canal-front vacation rental in Carolina Beach, NC offering a true waterfront experience with a private dock, boat slip, and kayaks. This cavernous 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sleeps up to 12 guests and features multiple waterfront decks with striking vistas of the Intracoastal Waterway—ideal for calming, entertaining, and appreciating memorable sunsets.

Located just 150 steps from beach access and a short drive to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this property gives you the best of both worlds—simple beach days and laid-back waterfront living.

⭐ Why Guests Adore This Home
- Boat dock (bring your boat!)
- Three waterfront decks with sunset vistas
- Dockside gazebo + grille for outdoor dining
- Dog-friendly — bring the whole family
- 4BR / 3BA — sleeps up to 12 comfortably
- ~150 steps to beach access
- Wildlife vistas: pelicans, herons & boats passing by
- Constructed for Relaxing + Gathering

⭐The main living level is designed for group comfort:
- open layout
- plenty of seating
- huge TV + games

⭐Kitchen & Dining
- Totally equipped kitchen for cooking + entertaining
- Dining table for 8 + additional bar seating
- Painless indoor-outdoor flow to waterfront deck

⭐Bedroom Layout
- Primary Suite: Waterfront deck + spa-style bath (whirlpool tub + double vanity)
- Guest Rooms: Mix of king, queen + bunk setup
- Multiple private sleeping areas across floors

⭐Ideal for:
- Enormous families
- Multi-family trips
- Groups traveling together

⭐Outdoor Living
- 3 waterfront decks
- Dockside gazebo dining area
- Gas grille for sunset dinners
-Boat dock access
- Direct access to Intracoastal Waterway

⭐Location Perks
- Short walk to beach (~150 steps)
- Close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Simple access to eateries, stores, and attractions

⭐Pet-Friendly
Dog-friendly ($250 fee applies)

⭐Important Info
- Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 10 AM
- Must be 25+ to book
- Boat dock available
- Linens supplied

⭐ Please note: Canal Drive can experience flooding during strong storms or King Tides. Water may enter the carport and lower entry area but is designed to drain as tides recede. We recommend reviewing the North Carolina King Tide Chart when planning your stay.

⭐Town of Carolina Beach Dog Rules - All dogs are required to be on a leash at all times. April 1st through September 30th, dogs are allowed on the beach during restricted hours BEFORE 9:00 a.m. and AFTER 5:00 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between 9AM-5PM. October 1st through March 31st,dogs are allowed on the beach during all hours. $225 non-returnable pet fee.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

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Nearby Activities

Nearby Shopping

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