Beautifully updated ground-level cottage just steps from the beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1462 square feet

Welcome to Life's 2 Short bungalow, where life's too short to anxiety out. This striking home is a one floor, ground level coastal bungalow located a mere 2-min. walk from the beach. Beach access is wheelchair accessible. The entire bungalow has had a make-over with new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, upgraded bathrooms, modern furnishings, and a privacy fence.

**No linen or cleaning costs!**

This calming hideaway includes:
- 4 bedrooms (2 kings, 1 queen, and 2 twin beds).
- 2 full baths with rain showers.
- Generous kitchen island with seating for 4 and a separate dining table with seating for 6
- A dedicated workstation
- 1GB fiber line for high speed internet
- Linens, bath towels, and beach towels included
- Dishwasher tabs, laundry pods, dish soap, and shampoo/conditioner/body wash all supplied for your stay
- Starter packs of toilet paper and paper towels

For the chefs:
- Electric stove and microwave
- Propane grille with an additional propane tank
- Blender, toaster, coffee maker for K-cups or drip coffee
- Starter set of k-cups

Let's talk outside:
- Plenty of seating and side tables
- Jeep branded cornhole boards (yes we are Jeep people!)
- Privacy fence
- Outdoor shower

In the shed:
- Beach chairs
- Beach umbrella
- Beach cart
- Kids beach toys
- Cooler

The only thing not supplied with this home is you! Pack your suit and stay at Life's 2 Short bungalow.

House rules:
Guests must be 25 years or older to book. No smoking or family pets allowed.
We ask that people rinse off when coming back from the beach. We appreciate the sand just like everybody, but unfortunately, sand and drain pipes don't always get along. No events or huge gatherings.

We strongly suggest purchasing trip insurance. Life happens and it's good to have a backup plan. Please review our cancelation policy before booking.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, windsurfing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal vacation home experience:

Find your perfect rental:

• In the Brunswick area area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Summer is high season in the Brunswick area area. To book the largest rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular Brunswick area attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Brunswick area visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines contain discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to select the best vacation rental in the Brunswick area area:

• First, have your group decide on the best dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Beautifully updated ground-level cottage just steps from the beach! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a rental that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your peaceful home. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.