Located in the heart of a charming island neighborhood, this 1938 Dutch colonial home is rich in history and character. With its unique design, spacious deck with an outdoor shower, and fenced-in patio perfect for relaxation or entertainment.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14204 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$1,166
NZ$1,166
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
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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.
Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House
This 1938 Dutch colonial beauty is rich in history and has been completely renovated and updated. Nestled just blocks from the ocean to the east and wooded parks to the west, this home is in the perfect location for all island activities. This historic home boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths with the capacity to sleep up to 14 people. Note: Towels and linens are not provided.
This five bedroom uniquely designed home is located only 4 blocks from the Boardwalk and the ocean, easily accessible by a multi-use bike/pedestrian trail just across the street. There is a fenced-in patio on the side of the house, and a deck on the back with an outdoor shower.
Every bed has pillows and comforters. Towels and linens are not provided for this property. Towels and linens can be rented from Seaside Linen. Total sheet sets needed: 5 Queen bed sets (includes sofa-bed) 1-Double futon bed, and 4-Twin/trundle beds.
The upstairs sleeps 10 comfortably and features 4 bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a queen with en-suite bath with an adjoining bedroom with a single bed and trundle; bedroom 2 has a double XL bed; bedroom 3 has a queen bed; and bedroom 4 has a twin bed with trundle. Also, the upstairs loft has a double futon. The downstairs sleeps 4, a master bedroom with a queen bed and an en-suite bath, as well as a queen pull-out sofa in the living room.
Rentals are flexible, with 3-night minimum stay. There is parking for 4 to 5 vehicles in the back of the property.
History- Monty Sly built this house for his family in 1938. The family lived in the downstairs and rented out the upstairs rooms during WW II to young wives whose husbands were in the service. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, romantically rich in history and close the beach this is your place!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces)
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside the premises
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Can leave back door unlocked.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Smoking is allowed outside!
Please no fireworks or water balloons!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside the premises
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Carolina Dreaming Family Vacation
Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House Carolina Beach
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Truly Unique 1938 Historic Beach House
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Truly Unique 1938 Historic Beach
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About the area
Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
Is Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$1,166, 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 Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House located?
Located in the heart of Carolina Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach Lake Park, Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Carolina Beach State Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Truly Unique! 1938 Historic Beach House Reviews
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Fantastic house with great location. We enjoyed our stay with plenty of room and a well stocked kitchen. Easy walking access to local fare and immediate drive access in either direction. The owner was very easy to communicate with throughout. Would absolutely stay here again.
We had four families use this house during a baseball tournament in Wilmington. Easy walk to the boardwalk and the beach, excellent home with plenty of space for everyone. Would certainly stay here again.
What a great place to stay. Perfect location if you want to stay out of the hectic beach front traffic. The hosts are amazing. We will be back next year.
Wonderful place to stay! We had a large group of people with many ages and the way the rooms were set up was great! Easy to walk to the Boardwalk and shops! Would stay here again.
It was a fantastic place to stay. It was very clean, neat and roomy. Short walk down sidewalk to the boardwalk/beach, wonderful eating places, and great Celtic Ice Cream Parlor.
We absolutely loved the place it was very clean and super easy to communicate with the host. Perfect location as well because it was in walking distance from the beach and all restaurants!
We had a great time and enjoyed the home. It was accommodating and had access to everything we needed and wanted to explore. The distance from the beach was ideal it made for easy travel. Thank you we loved our time there and hope to get another opportunity to stay soon.
The property was in excellent condition and accommodated all 14 of us easily. Close enough to the boardwalk and beach, yet far enough away to enjoy quiet time. The Thursday night fireworks were very enjoyable. Also found nany neat shops.
The house was beautiful and close to the boardwalk. We really enjoyed the large deck out back after a long day at the beach. We grilled out and had a family cornhole championship with the provided boards. Debi was very reaponsive and kind. We would love to stay here again!
My family and I made more happy memories during our third stay. The location, the house, and plenty of space were perfect. By renting a golf cart, we had easy access to the boardwalk, shops, entertainment, and the beach. Thanks, Ruth! Looking forward to future visits!!
Great location, near beach, arcade, food, bars, second time renting this place. Had everything that you need except the washing machine was broken so had to use a laundromat (new one had been ordered). Everyone said they would like to rent it next year.
The house was perfect and clean, with plenty of room for everyone. It was a quick, easy walk to the boardwalk area and the communication from the owners was above and beyond. All of us who stayed this time have bookmarked this house for future visits with family or friends again. Thank you!
This was our second stay at this property. I returned because of the quiet neighborhood, size of the house, parking, check-in process and proximity to everything we wanted. I was provided a number to call in case I needed something.
This house is absolutely perfect! Very roomy and lots of places to sit the number of people it sleeps is wonderful and you still don’t feel crowded. The location is perfect as well.
Better than the house…. the owners and the neighbors. Such an amazing experience. I highly recommend!!!!
This is the second summer we have stayed at “Carolina Dreaming.” It is a fantastic property that is located in a nice neighborhood, but the beach is close by. We rented a golf cart which gave us easy and quick access the beach, boardwalk, and shops.
The four bathrooms, outside shower, and multiple bedrooms met our needs perfectly. The house is very well equipped for a happy stay. The owner and property manager are friendly and responsive.
I highly recommend this beach house if you want to make special memories!!!
Really good location and friendly neighbor across the street.
Right on the corner and less than a half mile walk to the beach. Small enough from a family yet big enough for 9/10 men to share their own place to lay their head.
A few very minor issues. (1) The dishwasher, I couldn't get it to start. Later one of the guys finally got it to work. (2) The cleaning people forget to cleanout the coffee pot and AC vent
(3) The window in a the upstairs room to the right needs some TLC.
Overall, I would stay there again. My group enjoyed the place as well. My rating is 4.6 out of 5.