Upstream Retreat

$195-575/night
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Sleeps 6
Internet Near Ocean (more...)

Welcome to Upstream Retreat in Carolina Beach! A 2 bedroom/2 bath condo located on the Intercoastal Waterway and two blocks from the beach. The space has been updated with all new furnishings, appliances, finishes, and a kitchen stock full of goodies. Upstream is perfect for a couples' retreat, remote working, or family getaway. With great views for watching the sunrise and sunset off the two porches and fireworks from the marina (seasonal), come see why we love calling Carolina Beach home!

NEW: We now offer a 1BD/1BA option for the same unit with all the same amenities included October - March. Contact Us for rates.

INTERIOR KITCHEN AND LIVING SPACE
• Open concept kitchen and living space
• Seating for 6 at dining room table
• Additional bar seating in kitchen
• Large sectional sofa with full-size bed pull out or extra room for lounging
• Large flat screen TV with streaming options
• All new stainless steel kitchen appliances and ice maker
• Fully stocked kitchen – microwave, toaster, air fryer, pots/pans, blender, serving pieces, spices, wine glasses/wine tool, children’s plate wear, ice packs for coolers, and more!


BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS
• Primary room: king size bed, ample workstation, TV, full bathroom, private patio, and pull-out single bed for little ones
• Secondary bedroom: twin over queen sized bunk bed with full bathroom next door


OUTDOOR SPACE AND AMENITIES
• 4 minute walk to beach access
• Oversized back porch overlooking canal with ceiling fan
• Outdoor dining for 6
• 2 captain chairs and outdoor bistro seating
• Pool with canal views (seasonal)
• Dock accessibility for fishing and water sports (boat slips unavailable)
• 2 off-street parking spots
• Commercial ice maker and outdoor shower
• Carolina Beach Boardwalk with restaurants, arcades, and shops (1 mile)


WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Bed linens
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Bath and beach towels
• Washer/dryer with starter detergent
• High speed, reliable Wi-Fi
• Soaps/shampoo/body wash
• Garbage bags and dishwasher detergent
• Hot and iced Keurig coffee and tea to start
• Cleaning supplies and sanitizer wipes
• Hangers, hooks, and clothes hampers
• Children’s booster seat
• Indoor games and children's toys
• Small cooler for beach


WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
• Sunscreen
• Extra Cooler(s)
• Beach Chairs and Umbrella
• Water Sports Equipment (fishing poles, paddleboards, pool floats, etc). See our guidebook and house manual for rental recommendations.

Great location to access all the activities Pleasure Island has to offer including fishing, boating, biking, surfing, kayaking, and deep-sea charters. Freeman Park - one of the few beaches in the Carolinas that allows all wheel drive vehicles on the beach and dogs year round - only blocks from the unit. Many amazing restaurants, eclectic drinking holes and coffee shops within a 1-2 mile radius plus Historic Ft. Fisher, the NC Aquarium and Carolina Beach State Park just a short drive away. Or take the ferry to enjoy Southport for the day!

Wilmington Airport and Downtown Wilmington only 30 mins away.

About the Owner

A bi-coastal southern girl that got a taste for beach living growing up in San Diego, CA. Now a full time resident in the Carolina Beach area excited to share all that Pleasure Island has to offer. During the summer, you'll likely find me enjoying the beach or a paddle ride in the canal with my dog Trixie.

Property Type Condo on the 1st floor
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 6
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 25
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Water View
  • Near Ocean
  • Waterfront
  • Canal View
  • Marina View
  • Shared Beach Access
General
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Ethernet
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Clothes Drying Rack
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Lobster Pot
  • Pots & Pans
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Wine Glasses
Dining
  • Child's Highchair
  • Seating for 6 people
Bathrooms 2 Baths
  • Primary En Suite – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
  • Guest Hall – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 6
  • Primary – 1 King bed, 1 Child Bed
  • Guest – 1 Queen bed, 1 Twin bed, 1 Bunk Bed
  • Living Room Sleeper Sofa – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Games/Board Games
  • Toys
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Outlet Covers
  • Room Darkening Shades
  • Children's Books & Toys
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Outdoor Seating
Pool/Spa
  • Communal Pool
  • Fenced Pool
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • EV Charger
  • Free Parking On Premises
Other
  • Luggage Dropoff Allowed
Attractions
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Paddle Boating
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Wind Surfing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Smoke Detector
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Potential Noise
  • Pets Live at Property
  • Limited Parking
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Near Lake, River, or Water Body
Accessibility
  • Path To Entrance Lit At Night