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10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Carolina Beach

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Beach nearby
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Escape to Now and Zen, a newly constructed beach townhome in Carolina Beach. This stylishly comfortable retreat offers plenty of space to chill with 3 bedrooms, a modern kitchen, and easy beach access. Unwind on the 2nd story balcony while watching the sunset or explore nearby Fort Fisher and Aquarium.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Carolina Beach
This smoke-free holiday home features a water park and laundry facilities. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 250
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 250
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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 250
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

9452

About the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 250. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at 10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway located?

Located in Wilmington Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Mike Chappell Park. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Joe Eakes Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10% Off Aug + Sept | Charming Modern Duplex, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK, Easy Walk to Beach + Greenway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I had a great time at the Now and Zen Beach House. They have beach essentials on site, like chairs and a wagon, that made it easy for us to get to the beach and enjoy it. The house is comfortable, clean, and well equipped. The easy and responsive communication with the iTrip NC Beaches staff was also a huge plus. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden C.

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

We really enjoyed our stay at Zen and Now. It’s a great space to relax and unwind.

The renting process was easy and stress free.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Vacation

House was nice and comfortable
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Love it!

This was our second year in a row staying at Now and Zen. The space is perfectly laid out for our family. It is beautifully decorated and always very clean. The location is great, just a few blocks from the beach, restaurants and the boardwalk!

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Loved it!

The property was perfect! Just the right size, clean and modern and very close to the beach. We would definitely consider staying there again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Annmarie C.

Beautiful house

Now and Zen is the best vacation rental. The house is beautifully decorated. Close to the beach. Made for the perfect family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Carolina Beach

We enjoyed our stay in Carolina Beach. The house was great and had nice amenities! It was clean, excellent Wi-Fi and the bikes were nice to use. The beach chairs were sturdy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Fabulous Beach House!

My family loved our stay at Now and Zen! The unit was extremely well appointed and immaculately clean. A short walk to the beach and very close to area attractions. Owners are very responsive and helpful. I’m already planning our return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

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

Beautiful home

The duplex was clean and new and very thoughtfully furnished. The bikes were a great way to get to the beach and everything was very convenient. Highly recommend to anyone with a group that wants to go to the beach and enjoy the restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Family vacation

Your home was lovely! Everything was perfect. Everything we could possibly need was here for us. You can tell the owners were extremely thoughtful in accommodating guests. We will definitely be back! Our family had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Five stars

Perfect spot for a family of 4 especially with older kids who had the lower level to themselves. House was very clean and management company did a great job of communicating and having everything you would need for a home away from home. Really appreciated the bikes for quick trips to/from the beach and avoiding parking in town. Thanks for a great beach vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ashley e.

Now and Zen is perfect!

A lovely, well kept, beautifully decorated home. All of the things you may need or want for a comfortable stay. Everything is labeled in the kitchen which makes finding and returning items a breeze. My family and I felt totally at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Perfect stay.

This home is tastefully decorated and in like-new condition. Check in/ check out was easy and the property manager was very responsive when we had an AC issue (which turned out to be our fault). Highly recommend if you don’t need a beach view. It is 6 blocks from the beach, and only 2 blocks from a nice paved greenway that is shaded in the morning and great for walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

Cute place

Everything in the house was very nice. It was stocked with everything we needed including 2 bikes and several beach chairs. We rented a golf cart which was helpful because it was too long of a walk to the beach if you were carrying beach chairs. We rented games, a tent and other beach supplies from GotShade and SunFun Rentals. I would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

Now and Zen we will do it again!

My wife and I and Melo our 40 lbs. beagle/lab had a relaxing and very enjoyable 6 week stay at Now and Zen. Close to the beach and all the amenities of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach as well as a short drive to Wilmington. The home is very comfortable and well equipped. The fenced in yard was awesome for Melo. We will return next year!
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Violetta G.

Wonderful Beach Home

This home was great! It is an ideal location to all the attractions in Wilmington & super peaceful. Just a few short blocks and your toes are in the sand at a great beach! The house was by far super clean and welcoming! The property management was great and only a text message away, which is ideal when you are not familiar in the location. Great home for your family to stay at and make some wonderful memories! We will be coming back! Thank you for providing such a cute home away from home in Wilmington ♡
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Peaceful retreat just blocks away from the beach!

My family and I had the most wonderful time at the Now and Zen Beach House! The home was well-appointed and the hosts were quite attentive! We rented a golf cart for a few days and were able to keep/charge in the garage. Pet friendly too! Grab a glass of wine or a beer and sit out on the balcony to catch the ocean breeze. Just lovely! We'll be back again. Thank you, iTrip!
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10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Excellent place to stay!

Everything was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The house is pet friendly and there is a small yard for us to take our dog out with dog baggies provided. Location is great and within walking and driving distance to anything you might want to do. The space was perfect for 6 people. The outdoor shower is a great idea for when you come back from the beach. Only one small suggestion would be to have pavers from the shower to the house door. We loved the house and would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M., Indianapolis

Beautiful beach home

We had a wonderful stay even though we watched hurricane Ian storm through. The home was furnished lovely everywhere. The games in the bookshelf and in the ottoman were wonderfully fun. We brought some of our own but it was nice to see other ones also. We especially enjoyed the puzzle. The rooms and bathrooms were spacious. The kitchen was wonderfully furnished with everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Relaxing, comfortable stay

It was such a nice stay! Walks on the beach every morning were so relaxing. Watching sunrise and seeing surfers was an awesome start to the day. There's a cute breakfast spot close enough to walk or ride a bike to. (Surfing granny on the building was funny) The house had every thing you needed and the bed was comfy. Carolina Beach was a laid back beach town and Wilmington isn't far for additional activities/shopping or whatever you are looking for. Looking forward to going back again! Maybe horseback riding next time?

8/10 Good

sue l.

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

Security

Reserved the unit because it had a backyard with a fence and gate for our dog. The gate wouldn’t shut properly. They did make an adjustment with a bungee cord, but it was disappointing as that was the driving factor behind our decision to book.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

kathleen j.

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

Very nice but lots of rules!

Clean, cute and roomy. Dogs loved it. The requests about no sand in the house, dog hair, the cook top, etc. were a bit inconvenient. If you rent your house at the beach there is going to be sand. If you allow dogs, there is going to be dog hair. The neighbors dogs barked the entire time we were there which was annoying whenever we sat in front porch. Overall it was a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Carly

Beautiful!

My family of 3 had a lovely stay here. The home is beautiful and clean. It has lots of natural light and is well decorated. Cleanliness was great. A bathroom drawer had hair in it but I’m sure not many people check to see if they need to clean a drawer haha. The sheets on one of the downstairs bedrooms were so stiff they were crunchy- they may have been brand new. The bed was comfy though. The upstairs master bed has a plastic mattress cover which makes noise and shifts the fitted sheet- this made it hard to sleep. The home and neighborhood are quiet but we could hear our duplex neighbors’ kids running on both levels. We love that it has a small backyard to let our dog out and a nice balcony out front. About a 6min walk to the beach. We had a lovely time here and would book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Flawless Stay at Now & Zen!

Having spent several days at Now & Zen, we don't have to question why the house was so named. From a flawless registration and check-in process, thoughtful touches throughout the house welcome you. A bright hallway (equipped with current necessities like hand wipes) is indicative of what else you will experience here. On this floor there are two very respectably sized bedrooms, a bathroom and a laundry room. The garage contained two bicycles, 6 beach chairs and a small trolley to haul everything you need to the beach, which was about a three-minute walk away. In the hallway there are integral night lights that were a subtle but wonderful addition in an evening . The stairway to your left delivers you to both the Now and Zen part of the house. Extremely tastefully decorated, (my wife fell in love with the granite on the island and the kitchen layout in general) this floor contains furniture and fixtures to make you feel immediately relaxed and at home. Modern appliances and touches tell you that this was extremely thoughtfully equipped and decorated. We literally lacked for nothing in the kitchen, living room, bedrooms and bathroom areas. The master bedroom on this floor has two very amply sized closets, king sized bed and a wonderful master bathroom. All in all, Now & Zen is sandwiched between perfect weather, beaches, boardwalk, bicycles, breweries, State Park hiking trails, the absolutely perfect place to stay at! The property and all of the conveniences provided were above and beyond expectations. The check-in process was flawless, and communication was extremely prompt and insightful. As a foursome, with our friends, we have traveled many countries around the world as well as staying in many places throughout the United States. As a group, we give Now and Zen 11 stars.
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10/10 Excellent

Viri D.

Beautiful home!

We enjoyed our stay in this home. It’s beautiful and very clean. Within walking distance from the beach. It’s a very nice neighborhood. The host was very responsive and helpful. This is a great place to stay.