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Outdoor dining
Pool
Exterior
TV, DVD player
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    1 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    12 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    12 min walk
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    36 min drive

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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.

25% off all remaining summer weeks

Sandstep 616-2 offers the best of Oceanfront Carolina Beach Rentals

Rents Saturday to Saturday for weekly stays.

6 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom / Sleeps 20 

Welcome to Sandstep 616-2! Feast your eyes on stunning oceanfront views from every window. Embrace the chic, modern color scheme at Sandsteps 616-2, where your primary goal of comfort will be met! You will feel anything but blue when you join us for large family meal prep in our kitchen with a vast countertop workspace, custom tilework, and modern stainless steel appliances, even a full bar and wine fridge. Quality abounds throughout our spacious home, from woodwork to furniture, making you feel honored, relaxed, and restful. Six beautifully decorated bedrooms enhance the privacy and pleasure of your home away from home. Stroll through the palm trees and spend the day frolicking in the surf. Your whole family will thrive at Sandsteps 616-2.

You'll be sure to flourish at the small and exclusive Sandstep Retreat community, where you can luxuriate in the shared community oceanfront pool, stroll to the beach on your shared private beach boardwalk, and fall in love with the island charm of Sandsteps.  We are an Upper/Lower Duplex: If you are coming with a second family, also book Sandstep 616-1 below us for a total of 9 bedrooms!

Ground Level:
Covered, tandem parking for 5 vehicles (size dependent.) Elevator or Stairwell access to property level, Pool, Outdoor shower, and Beach access.
Our property has a second-story entrance. 

Level 1:
Primary Bedroom Suite 1: King bed, nightstands, Two dressers, Leather Easy Chair, Tommy Bahama ceiling fan, TV, En suite bathroom, Oceanfront porch with sturdy Adirondack seating (shared w/ Master Suite 2)
Primary Ensuite Bathroom 1: Garden Tub, Double vanity
Primary Bedroom Suite 2: King bed, Nightstands, Rattan side chair, decorative cabinet, TV, Tommy Bahama ceiling fan, Oceanfront porch with sturdy Adirondack seating (shared w/ Master Suite 1)
Primary Bathroom 2: GardenTub, Double vanity
Guest Bedroom 1: King Bed, Double Nightstands, Leather Side Chair, Large Dresser and Mirror, Wall Mount TV, Ceiling Fan
Guest Bedroom 4: Two Twin over Full Bunk Beds, Upholstered Ottoman, Dresser, TV, Tommy Bahama fan, Island-view private deck

Level 2:
Living Room: 2 Sofas, 4 padded chairs, Small table w/ 2 chairs, TV, Ceiling fan
Wet Bar: Cabinet/counter space w/ wine fridge
Dining Area: Table w/ 10 chairs
Deck: Oceanfront, Accessed from the dining area, Covered, Table w/ 6 chairs
Kitchen: Fully equipped, Stainless steel appliances, bar seating for 4
Guest Bedroom 2: King Bed, Double Nightstands, Dresser and Mirror, Leather Easy Chair, TV, Ceiling Fan
Bathroom 1: Bathtub with Shower, Double Vanity, Toilet
Guest Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Nightstands, TV, Double closet, Private Island-view deck
Bathroom 2: Bathtub with Shower, Double Vanity, Toilet
Washer and Dryer room

Parking:
Parking for 5 vehicles in the assigned bay

Linens - Sheets and Towels will be wrapped in sealed packages and laying on the end of the beds. 

Rental Policies:
In response to the increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Things to bring:
Paper towels and toilet paper, trash bags, soaps, detergents, minimal cleaning supplies, and beach towels.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-ins (June-August) begin at 4 pm and are guaranteed by 6 pm
Off Season Check-ins begin at 3 pm and are guaranteed by 5 pm
Check-out is by 10 am. 
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access:
Hard key.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, sororities/fraternities 
No smoking
You must be at least 25 to rent this unit.

Pool Notice:
Pools are generally open from Memorial Day until Labor Day; however, pool closures may be dictated by the HOA or the Health Department. Pools may also be closed after a hurricane or tropical storm. Sea Coast Rentals/Owners will not be held accountable. No refunds will be issued for these closures.

Pet Policy:
No pets allowed.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee.

Things to do:
Adventure awaits. Discover aquatic wildlife and vegetation at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher or enjoy a relaxing ferry ride across the Cape Fear River to a quaint little shopping town called Southport. Take a trip back in time at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Museum which features live oak-covered trails and bunkers from the American Civil War. Stroll through the marsh to visit the home of the famous Ft. Fisher Hermit. Or wind down with nature at our two state parks, sure to provide a memorable experience with hiking, fishing, and water activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking, and search for a Venus Flytrap which is native to NC only. As one of North Carolina's most undeveloped beaches, the island offers a unique opportunity to see many diverse coastal wildlife, including pelicans and loggerhead sea turtles, in their natural habitat. Whether it’s exploring activities on the island, enjoying the ocean views, or enjoying a cocktail by sunset from your own private balcony, Pleasure Island offers diversion for every enthusiast!

Explore the treasures of Carolina Beach, ranked one of the top 10 boardwalks in the country by Food & Wine magazine. One of the last remaining beach boardwalks on the East Coast, it includes a variety of restaurants, an arcade, shops, ice cream, Famous Britts Donuts, bars, and more! During the summer months, the Boardwalk is bustling with the sound of music, carnival rides, bingo, family nights, and events like the weekly fireworks and concert series. Rent a Jeep, bicycle, or golf cart as the most convenient ways to navigate the island. Annual off-season events include the Cape Fear Kite Festival, Christmas by the Sea, and the Island of Lights Festival.

We look forward to you visiting us!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Carolina Beach. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Steps from Carolina Beach and 12 minutes by foot from Carolina Beach Arcade
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Sea Coast Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rafting 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eastern Seaboard Family Getaway
This property was fantastic. The planning of the property was well executed for the beach access, pool, outdoor showers, outdoor storage and outdoor deck with separate grilling set up for both units. We weren’t able to get our keys until 6PM which is hours later than I have experienced with other properties so this was my only negative comment regarding our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

cathy c.

Comments for Owner
Comments from 2 wk stay: -A guide book on how all the video systems worked would be helpful. -The LR DVD HDMI connector is damaged and couldn't be used. -Internet was just about useless and video streaming was impossible, either upgrade it like with a hot spot or don't advertise it exists. -2 kitchen cabinet doors need hinges reattached. -3rd floor bathroom not very clean. -Bunk bed room tv not hooked to cable system, the cable was missing. -Missing VIZIO tv remotes. Only 1 remote for multiple tv's on different floors. -Gas grill extremely dirty afraid to use due to risk of grease fire.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion Memory Maker
Amazing customer service, spectacular views, beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place
It was a great place and nice location. Only negative is that I did not realize how early the pool closes. It closes around 8-9 PM. But in the end it was fine and the kids enjoyed the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home away from home
I just wish the pool was on our property as opposed to next door. Otherwise everything was great.......but the dishwasher did not work. Get paper plates!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This townhouse had everything you might want or need and plenty of space for three families to spread out. I gave it four stars only because the internet is AWFUL. The pool is shared by 4 buildings with multiple units but it was never a problem with being overcrowded. The view is exceptional with a short walk to the beach. We had a great time. We rented a golf cart for the week which was a plus to just run around in and save getting sand in the car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Large FMoly Vacation
We enjoyed our stay House was beautiful ,it was well equipped, we rented both units and had more than enough room for all 18 of us. . beach was perfect. We had a wonderful vacation Teenagers we’re able to walk to the boardwalk
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great house for large family. Very clean, well stocked kitchen. Wish beach towels and chairs were included for large price. Also basic paper goods , garbage bags, etc. pool was a nice bonus
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat D., NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for Large Family
This house was exactly as described in the listing. The six bedrooms accommodated our family of multiple generations perfectly. There was plenty of space in the living, dining, kitchen area for all to gather together for meals and games. The kids loved the pool as well as the ocean. It was walking distance to the boardwalk. We enjoyed our week there and would love to do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Caroline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay but lots of maintenance issues
We loved the property- great view and perfect setting for our large family. Nice pool and can’t beat the beachfront location. However, there were several things broken (chandelier, lights, fans, bathroom vents, beverage center, ice maker, the list goes on…) that took 4+ days to have fixed. I felt like I was constantly calling the property manager instead of enjoying my vacation. I would stay here again if we knew everything was truly in working order.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful stay
We had a great time - the location was perfect - we were able to walk to the boardwalk for donuts, easy access to the beach and the property was wonderful. we had a few elderly guests staying with us and the elevator elevated the experience (no pun intended. ;)) I highly recommend if you're thinking about coming to the beach with a large group!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

lisa S., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Excellent beach week! This is a great house for a large family or two. Kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, serving ware; really anything you could need with the exception of plastic cups for the pool or beach. BBQ worked well. Beds are firm but comfy. Beautiful views and close to the beach making it truly ideal. The rental agency was very responsive and easy to work with. We stayed during a Cat. 1 Hurricane and they were in regular contact with us. Had a few minor issues (ice and water maker in the fridge did not work well) and they came right away. While they were not able to fix it, they did bring us ice. There is only one drawback to this property and that is the Wifi. Wifi is unreliable with a very weak signal--even if you are in the same room as the router it still does not work. Rental company tried to help but it's likely a function of the service or speed coupled with the fact that the configuration of the house might impeded the signal so more than one router is probably needed. Bottom line though is that if you need wifi for work or streaming, don't count on it. Otherwise its a wonderful house for a beach trip and we would not hesitate to rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Marie C.

Great family vacation
Location and proximity to the beach was perfect. Pool was nice. House was well equipped. Initial cleaning could have been better. Bath mats were disgusting. Great house for large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Terence S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Be prepared.
Not a sheet of toilet paper, a few paper towels, some kitchen soap - no bath soap. No beach towels. Six dishwasher pods, no laundry pods. Elevator a definite plus Britt’s donuts and boardwalk about 15 minute walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Great Location
Dated, but close to the beach and affordable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Beautiful house, comfortable furniture, loved the pool & easy access to the beach. Had a problem with hot water in showers but it was fixed quickly. Was disappointed that the grill was not available and only option was for us to rent one. Other than that it was a great vacation for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melinda I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had a great time here. When there were issues, they were handled right away and with professionalism. The home was beautiful and comfortable. We would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
The entire vacation was fabulous the house and location were perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Great Vacation
When arriving to get the keys, it was very orangized and fast! The property it self is wonderful and on the beach. The inside of the house was very nice and held a lot of people with seating. The kitchen was very very well equipped and everything in the house worked. The bedrooms were spacious, BUT 3 of our six bedrooms had no linens on the beds, we did call and they quickly brought us the sheets. The kitchen counter tops and floor was not cleaned upon arriving. Also, I believe when you rent a house of this size and money, every bathroom should be supplied with a least a starter roll of toilet paper!!! I also understand why they do not supply the house with beach chairs (because of people stealing), and the do offer to rent at a unreasonable amount, but again with the cost of the house it should be included. We have rented many beach homes and have never had to rent them before, your better off buying your own, and that’s what we did. All said and done I would rent this house again, we had a wonderful time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Wish we'd gotten the insurance, but hindsight is always 20/20!
We were heartbroken that Hurricane Florence ruined our plans to come to the Carolina Beach Dragonboat Festival on Sept. 13th (cancelled). A houseful of family and friends pooled our funds and were so looking forward to the beach house! It looks so amazing and beautiful. We hope the house fared well during all that wind and water and we really hope to be able to reschedule for a later date. Most of us have managed through hurricanes since we were coming from Charleston, SC. Stay safe residents of Carolina Beach and Seacoast Rental staff during the cleanup and aftermath of the storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Bery well appointed. Beautiful!
A week spent with fanily in an oasis.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Beautiful beach side property!
Loved this house, it is beautiful and was so accommodating for our group!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

David D.

2nd time at Sandstep 616-2
This is the 2nd "family vacation" at Sandstep 616-2. This time my family has expanded from 17 to 20. 9 grandchildren and my 91 year old Mother. The property had only one small issue the was addressed and corrected the morning after it had been reported. All utensils, pots and pans, linens, towels were in A-1 condition. The pool and pool area was clean. If you have a large group or family, you will not be disappointed with this property. The folks at Seacoast are very professional and a pleasure to work with. Dave DeLuca and 4 generations of my family....We will be back a 3rd time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017