Overall great experience. Place had everything needed- games, kitchen fully stocked, washer and dryer in unit, big front porch for relaxing, back porch overlooking marshland. Quick walk to beach and pier with a fun tiki bar and restaurant. Owner was very responsive. Really enjoyed our stay.

We had a wonderful stay at Bob's Retreat! Bob had everything we needed. The condo was very clean, great for dogs, and comfortable. The walk to the beach was easy, and we enjoyed the sunsets over the marsh. There are only two beds in the condo so I brought a blowup mattress for one of my kids, and it fit well in the Master Bedroom. The appliances are new, and the washing machine, dryer and AC worked well. Bob was easily reached if we had questions. One of the best perks of this condo was the pool. The pool is well-maintained and was rarely busy. It was great to have a place to swim when the ocean currents were too strong. We also recommend having dinner at Havana's, and if your into boating, renting a pontoon boat for 1/2-full day from Carolina Beach Pontoon Boat Rental. We spent a morning boating to Masonboro Island with our kids and dogs which was very fun. All in all, we had a great time and would highly recommend a stay here!

bob’s island retreat is a great condo. clean and updated with awesome wall art throughout. perfect spot to relax at the beach.

Condo was very neat and clean. The place seemed to have been recently freshened up inside. Newer floors. Newer cabinets. New appliances. New bathrooms. If not it’s very well maintained. First floor is a plus. Pool is convenient to have in case the ocean is too rough for the kids. The beach access is a short one block walk. The pier and tiki bar also a short walk away. The additional parking lot is great because we had a full size truck and a full size suv. One 4 door full size truck will take up almost the whole drive way. Overall great place to stay. Will definitely stay here again!

Condo was very neat and clean. The place seemed to have been recently freshened up inside. Newer floors. Newer cabinets. New appliances. New bathrooms. If not it’s very well maintained. First floor is a plus. Pool is convenient to have in case the ocean is too rough for the kids. The beach access is a short one block walk. The pier and tiki bar also a short walk away. The additional parking lot is great because we had a full size truck and a full size suv. One 4 door full size truck will take up almost the whole drive way. Overall great place to stay. Will definitely stay here again!

Our group loved our stay at Bob’s! From the great location to the beach and the pool at the condo as well as the view of the marsh from the porch we had the perfect weekend getaway! We also enjoyed all of the unique decor pieces in the unit and all of the updated appliances.

This was a wonderful place to stay at Carolina Beach. It was neatly appointed and had everything thoughtfully provided (binoculars, toiletries, first aid items, dryer sheets, hose downstairs...and the list goes on). Location of condo slightly misleading as it is technically on the 2nd row but with 2 streets and 3 rows of homes between. Traffic on street in front of condo slightly annoying/loud. Place was comfortable with the exception of cheap rickety chairs at table that we were afraid to sit in for fear of their breaking. Secondly, the water pressure in the shower (especially the master)was extremely puny, requiring VERY long showers to get shampoo out of hair. Walk to the beach wasn't bad, and could drive up to walkway at beach opening for drop offs, if needed(we had elderly folks with us). Some difficulty reaching Bob and never located the checkout process info. Whole island is parking insane(places down at boardwalk are a flat fee of $25/day!) but can avoid fees walking to pier and Freeman Park easily from condo where have free parking for 2 cars. FYI, neighbor highly recommended eating at the Deck House but it was over priced for barely mediocre food and appalling service. Skip it! All in all, we loved it albeit an unreasonable amount of fees tacked on. He's definitely not losing $$ on this baby! Regardless of previously mentioned issues, would come back.

We haven't been on a beach vacation in at least 5 years. We loved this property. The beds were comfortable, the beach was easy to access, the AC worked well, parking space was right under the unit, front porch faces toward the beach, back is right over the marsh and had views of the canal. Very dog friendly. We had a blast.

We haven't been on a beach vacation in at least 5 years. We loved this property. The beds were comfortable, the beach was easy to access, the AC worked well, parking space was right under the unit, front porch faces toward the beach, back is right over the marsh and had views of the canal. Very dog friendly. We had a blast.

I went with my husband, granddaughter and two small dogs. Carolina Beach is very dog friendly and owner was great with supplying leash rules for the various locations. Pool was clean and well maintained and right next door. Beach an easy walk, at a block away. Beautiful view from back porch. Owner was easy to contact and very responsive. Definitely plan on going back.

My family loved every moment there!!! It felt like a true home away from home. We definitely return!

Great location and accommodations on the quiet end . The pool is outstanding! Short (2 block) walk to Freeman Park, no houses and 4 wheeling on the beach!

This is my first time dealing with VRBO. Bob made it very easy. It was a nice beach getaway.

Very nice condo. Great appliance. Plenty of cookware. Very comfortable bed. Great location. If we ever go back to Carolina Beach I would definitely rent this condo again!!

Property was clean & well stocked in great location.

Property was clean & well stocked in great location.

This property was everything we needed. Plenty of room for two teens and two adults. We loved the decor and the owner was easy to communicate with. Perfect area out of the way near the park. Thank you

This property was everything we needed. Plenty of room for two teens and two adults. We loved the decor and the owner was easy to communicate with. Perfect area out of the way near the park. Thank you

This was nice spot for a short get away. Place was clean and neat. Only thing is advertised 2 bedroom with one queen and 2 twins. No twins- had another full to queen which made it interesting. Luckily had a decent sofa.

This was nice spot for a short get away. Place was clean and neat. Only thing is advertised 2 bedroom with one queen and 2 twins. No twins- had another full to queen which made it interesting. Luckily had a decent sofa.

We really loved the property, the neighbors were friendly and the place was quiet and clean. Our dogs loved it too! Hopefully we'll be back next year.

We had a great time because the condo was only a few minutes walk to the beach. The condo had all of the necessities to keep 3 little ones entertained. I apprecaited the fully equipped kitchen and private porch entry. The cherry on top was that our fur baby was also welcomed. The owner was thoughful and easy to communicate with.

Myself, my husband, our 2 year old son and pug Buddy stayed at Bob’s Retreat for a little beach getaway and it was perfect for us. Clean, easy walk to the beach, and short drive to restaurants and activities. Plenty of space and had pretty much everything we could need. The best part is the marsh view, absolutely beautiful at sunset. Host was always responsive and helpful. A beach vacation with a toddler can be pretty challenging so we were very grateful for how easy Bob’s place made everything else!

We had a great time because the condo was only a few minutes walk to the beach. The condo had all of the necessities to keep 3 little ones entertained. I apprecaited the fully equipped kitchen and private porch entry. The cherry on top was that our fur baby was also welcomed. The owner was thoughful and easy to communicate with.

The property manager was very easy to deal with. He was extremely communicative. Loved the view of the marshes from the back deck. Easy walk to the beach and the pier. Great place!

The property manager was very easy to deal with. He was extremely communicative. Loved the view of the marshes from the back deck. Easy walk to the beach and the pier. Great place!

everything could not have gone better

Loved waking up to the marsh view from back deck. So much wildlife to see! The place was very clean and well provided for our needs. Very easy walk to beach and the owner was very prompt to support us and kind. We will definitely be back!

We enjoyed our stay - beach was a 5 min walk and many restaurants, stores, etc are a 5 min drive. Very quiet family neighborhood. Owner was very helpful.

We enjoyed our stay - beach was a 5 min walk and many restaurants, stores, etc are a 5 min drive. Very quiet family neighborhood. Owner was very helpful.

We had fun in the sun at Bob's Retreat with its convenient location. We found it comfy and cozy with our dogs in tow. Bob went out of his way to ship us a large item we left behind, for which I will always be grateful.

Great location and place to bring pets.close to beach an easy walk. Owner available and very helpful.