With a stay at this vacation home in Carolina Beach (Wilmington Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach. .This vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kure Beach and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Carolina Beach Lake Park.
Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
The Sandspur - 3 min drive
Crush & Grind - 3 min drive
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - 9 min walk
El Cazador Carolina Beach - 3 min drive
Havana's Restaurant - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy and Comfortable Shipping Container House -Pet Friendly-Easy Walk to Beach
Welcome to this charming house in Carolina Beach built in a shipping container. This cozy retreat features 1 bedroom with a full bed, perfect for a couple's getaway. The spacious bathroom comes equipped roomy shower and there is an outdoor shower too. With modern AC and heating, you'll stay comfortable no matter the season. Kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Carolina Beach and our house has to offer. Less than two blocks from the beach. The house has been featured in several design publications and the New York Times.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features ecotours nearby, snorkeling nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 320 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
This property does not have elevators
Reviews
Cozy and Comfortable Shipping Container House -Pet Friendly-Easy Walk to Beach Reviews
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Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Dec 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks for containing us, Jennifer - fantastic location, loved that you were able to save the trees on the lot.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marcus D. H.
Nov 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything as described, the host is very good about communication and making sure you have what you need.
Entire property was overall very tidy and cozy. Had to provide my own sheets and towels, which was no big deal. Loved the motion light switch in the bathroom. This place is PERFECT for a couple that simply needs a place to sleep and shower. There's a small mini fridge, microwave, and 2 stove eyes for some simple meals if needed. Really cool private outdoor shower!