Docks, Decks & Sunsets - Canal-Front, Boat Slip and Kayaks

Carolina Beach, North Carolina
$640 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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 spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sleeps up to 12 guests and features multiple waterfront decks with stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying unforgettable 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—easy beach days and laid-back waterfront living.

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

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

⭐Kitchen & Dining
- Fully equipped kitchen for cooking + entertaining
- Dining table for 8 + additional bar seating
- Easy 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:
- Large families
- Multi-family trips
- Groups traveling together

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

⭐Location Perks
- Short walk to beach (~150 steps)
- Close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Easy access to restaurants, shops, 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 included

⭐ 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-refundable pet fee.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2120 Sq Ft (197 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Bay On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Tom S.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    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: We enjoyed our stay at the home very with one exception. The main floor had no bathroom and with my elderly mom coming it was very difficult to navigate stairs just to find a bathroom when everyone is gathered on the main floor. I would not stay there again for that reason.

  • Amanda L.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    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: Perfect location to enjoy the beach as well as the calm of the intercoastal. Close enough to walk to downtown and enjoy activities. Night time was quiet and serene.

  • Kristina S.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Beautiful views, comfortable home, close to everything, loads of activities! We really enjoyed the paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing in the bay. The beach was an easy walk. Our boys really enjoyed surfing. Our boys went to the nearby skate park nearly every night. We will definitely return!

  • Andrew C.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This property was just right for us. Our main intention and activity for our stay was fishing. The dock was just right for us with very easy access to the ICW and CB inlet. There is plenty of water under it at low tide, suitable for large boats up to 30+ feet. The location is just 1 mile from the boardwalk, shops and restaurants of CB. The view is very nice. The condo is well appointed and the kitchen met all of our needs. There are paddle boards and kayaks which we did not use. The unit was clean for sure when we arrived. I did not choose 5 stars for this (spotless) because the carpet through out (only in bedrooms), is in need of replacing. There are scuffs on many walls. With so many renters using properties, it’s to be expected. It is however a little stressful after you check in and consider what damage you should report, wondering what is already known or could some of it be new from the last renter. It can be time consuming to annotate everything so I tried to summarize instead of annotating it all. This condition did not bother us at all aside from trying to make sure it was known. We would stay here again, it was perfect for our needs.

  • Melanie B.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    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 was a delight and perfect for our family gathering. There was plenty of room. Communication, cleanliness, overall amenities were exactly as described and couldn't have asked for more.

  • Debbie W.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    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 great time staying at this house right on canal ! Property management team was great to work with. Great communication and made renting go smoothly!

  • David M.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    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: Three nice balconies with stunning view of the bay. Really awesome house, too many impressive points to even mention. Had a great vacation here! Steep steps, so consider that, otherwise enjoy!

  • Katherine H.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    The house was clean and conveniently located. The views were gorgeous. We really enjoyed our stay. I do wish they provided more towels and linens. The listing said they had bikes but we could'nt find any. Since everything is pay for parking on carolina beach, bikes would've been cconvenient to have.

  • Pixie C.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great vacation at Carolina Beach! House and location were both amazing. House was well equipped with everything we needed. View from the three balconies was beautiful watching the sunrise and sunset. Management responded quickly and helped with all our needs.

  • George P.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 5, 2024

    Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Mostly wonderful. I was scolded because I did not register in advance that we had dogs with us, but I did not find anywhere on the form to indicate that.

  • Polly R.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    Lots of stairs! Well appointed, comfortable

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