8/10 Good
Megan E.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, New, and Comfortable—Just Know the Beach is a Trek
We recently stayed at this home in Carroll, North Carolina, and overall, the property itself was great. It’s a brand-new build—very clean, well-maintained, and located in a quiet, nicely kept community with access to a lovely pool.That said, if your primary goal is easy access to the beach, just know that this location isn’t as close as it might appear. The walk to the beach is a bit of a trek—you’ll go through a wooded area, down a highway, onto Main Street, and then through several more intersections. It took us about 15 minutes on foot, and that’s without lugging gear or kids in tow. If you’re carrying beach chairs, coolers, or anything more than a towel, you’ll probably want to drive. There is public parking available near the beach, but it’s paid and can be a hassle depending on the time of day.For families with little ones or anyone who expects to go back and forth between the house and the beach, just be aware—it’s a production. This isn’t one of those “stroll out your back door and hit the sand” types of places.We also had a bit of a hiccup before check-in due to a transition between property managers. Just two days before arrival, I was told I might need to find another place to stay. After some back-and-forth, it was ultimately resolved, but it added unnecessary stress right before our trip. Hopefully this was a one-off situation tied to the change in management.In sum: a beautiful, comfortable home in a peaceful neighborhood—just be realistic about the beac
Megan E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025