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Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Private kitchen
Marina

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach is a short stroll from this houseboat, and other popular attractions like Carolina Beach Boardwalk are within a few miles (5 km). This houseboat welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Freeman Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buzz's Roost - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach

Sleep aboard Crazy Train. This 36ft sloop gives you the chance to experience boat life but with access to on-shore shower, bathroom, washer/dryer, and a bar.

There is parking and nearby access to Carolina Beach.

The boat has a v-berth that sleeps two, a salon with a dining area that converts to a twin, and an aft berth that sleeps three. The kitchen has a cooler/fridge, gas range, and toaster. There is a head/bathroom and sink, but we ask guests to use the Marina bathroom and shower.

Property manager

David Mayo

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Carolina Beach, just steps from Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina. You'll also find Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this houseboat?

No, there isn't parking available at the houseboat.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

Are there hot tubs at Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach ?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this houseboat include breakfast service?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this houseboat.

Are there connecting rooms at this houseboat?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 22.2 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach ?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach .

Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Experience

My husband and I stayed on the "Crazy Train" and it was truly a great experience. I love to do unique stays when traveling and this checked all the boxes. Our host was extremely accommodating and very quick to respond to questions. The yacht club is home to the BARge, which was a fun place to hang out and meet people. The staff at the yacht club were so friendly and eager to help. I recommend booking your next stay at Carolina Beach on the Crazy Train.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MLBerry

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Unique

We loved our stay! Very well organized, comfortable and cute. The owner is attentive and readily available for any questions. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fun and different getaway!

We really enjoyed this slightly off-season, relaxed stay on a 36-foot seaworthy sailboat at Carolina Beach. The only big improvement would be more timely communication with the host and directions on parking and other details. (Tip: big wheelbarrows in the parking lot to carry stuff to the boat slip). A tip sheet at the boat, pls! The stove didn't work, so we had a cold dinner, but the host was super responsive on this glitch, and fixed us up with a brand new camp stove in the morning, and let us stay for a few extra hours so we could make an awesome fresh seafood soup for lunch! A better surprise: the marina is really pretty and features a small bar and beautiful tall rec deck area with water and woods vistas to die for, can be enjoyed with a delivered pizza as we saw others do. It was disappointing (especially first thing in the morning) to have to go to the bathroom in the marina, but it wasn't far, just inconvenient. This experience is best if you're already familiar with boat life. Also best for agile folks - and the space is perfect for a couple - it is a boat, after all. Our dog was welcome, which was awesome, and actually learned how to go up and down the ladder to belowdecks! There is *nothing* like enjoying drinks and snacks on board under a beautiful starry sky, and feeling the boat gently rock you to sleep (harbor was very calm). And the sunrise! ♥️ We would love to do this again and recommend this location as long as you know what to expect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Marina stay

Cozy and fun experience. Great communication and response from the host. Located near the pier for nightly entertainment. On shore bath house was clean and the slip is as close as you could get which helped. The A/C was in need of maintenance but overall a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chantell L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Experience on a boat

This was our first time on a boat. The boat was smaller than expected. I would not say this is plus size friendly. If you have teens or pre teens they need to not be football player size. The boat was cute and a very different experience for us. It took a while for the AC to cool down and we had issues with figuring out how to flush the toilet. We did not attempt to try to use the shower. It would be best to leave a detailed instructions list on site or sent prior to checking in. This would be helpful for people who have never been on a boat. Other than that it was a fun experience for the kids to go and brag about at school. The host responded fast with questions when messaged. They were helpful and polite. Thanks for having us !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024