Upstream Retreat Guidebook
Beach and Water Equipment Rentals
Kayaks, paddleboards, fishing gear, eco and sunset tours on the intercoastal waterway, and bikes
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Paddle NC
1020 State Park RdKayaks, paddleboards, fishing gear, eco and sunset tours on the intercoastal waterway, and bikes
Chairs, Umbrellas, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Beach Gear, Bikes, Baby and Kid gear
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Pleasure Island Rentals
2 N Lake Park BlvdChairs, Umbrellas, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Beach Gear, Bikes, Baby and Kid gear
Jet Ski rentals on the Intercoastal Waterway. Rentals can not be used in canal and therefore docks associated with unit. Call for reservations.
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Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals
1112 S Seabreeze RdJet Ski rentals on the Intercoastal Waterway. Rentals can not be used in canal and therefore docks associated with unit. Call for reservations.
In addition to golf cart rentals, they offer fast arrival taxi service in Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher. Only $5 per person to get where you want to be. From the NC Aquarium to the North End Pier, they’re only a phone call away.
NOTE: Per recent changes in our HOA rules, golf carts are allowed on the premises but can not be charged using the electrical outlets on or near the building due to fire and safety concerns. Charging stations and other outlets can be accessed throughout the island. We thank you for your cooperation.
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Sunfun Rentals
505 N Lake Park BlvdIn addition to golf cart rentals, they offer fast arrival taxi service in Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher. Only $5 per person to get where you want to be. From the NC Aquarium to the North End Pier, they’re only a phone call away.
NOTE: Per recent changes in our HOA rules, golf carts are allowed on the premises but can not be charged using the electrical outlets on or near the building due to fire and safety concerns. Charging stations and other outlets can be accessed throughout the island. We thank you for your cooperation.
Food scene
Skip the line at Britt’s doughnuts at the boardwalk and hit this local classic in a nearby strip mall. Still expect lines on Sundays!
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Wake N Bake Donuts - Carolina Beach
1401 N Lake Park BlvdSkip the line at Britt’s doughnuts at the boardwalk and hit this local classic in a nearby strip mall. Still expect lines on Sundays!
Hang Ten Grill
308 S Lake Park BlvdAll the great American classics with a lot of local flare.
One of the smallest joints on island with the biggest flavors!
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Nollie's Taco Joint
3 Pelican LnOne of the smallest joints on island with the biggest flavors!
Another local cult classic with amazing menu options.
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Flaming Amy's Burrito Barn *CB LOCATION*
1140-A N Lake Park BlvdAnother local cult classic with amazing menu options.
Nauti Dog
5 Cape Fear BlvdA must have when cruising the boardwalk.
Great for families with a wide selection of seafood options.
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Michael's Seafood Restaurant
1206 N Lake Park BlvdGreat for families with a wide selection of seafood options.
If you can get there early or in-between meals, grab a table in the back on the canal and watch the boats go by. Good place for late night entertainment and music.
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Stoked Restaurant
313 Canal DrIf you can get there early or in-between meals, grab a table in the back on the canal and watch the boats go by. Good place for late night entertainment and music.
Great coffee shop just 10-15 walk from unit. Ask for Eric. Limited house supplies also available.
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North End Cafe to-go
901 Carolina Beach Ave NGreat coffee shop just 10-15 walk from unit. Ask for Eric. Limited house supplies also available.
Great food, views and music! Beat the crowds at Boardwalk .
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High Tide Lounge
1800 Carolina Beach Ave NGreat food, views and music! Beat the crowds at Boardwalk .
New to the island with great Asian fusion and some of the best tuna nachos around.
Puffys Magic Dragon
New to the island with great Asian fusion and some of the best tuna nachos around.
Sightseeing
Great way to see the local sea life on land.
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North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdGreat way to see the local sea life on land.
Great way to explore the natural, undeveloped part of the island.
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Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd SGreat way to explore the natural, undeveloped part of the island.
Good for nature walks/hiking, fishing, renting water equipment and bike riding.
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Carolina Beach State Park
1010 State Park RdGood for nature walks/hiking, fishing, renting water equipment and bike riding.
Take the ferry from Ft Fisher and visit one of the barrier islands steeped with history and picturesque beauty with great restaurants and shopping.
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Southport
Take the ferry from Ft Fisher and visit one of the barrier islands steeped with history and picturesque beauty with great restaurants and shopping.
Only a mile from the unit, the boardwalk is great for restaurants, watering holes, arcades, shopping and a carnival in summer months.
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Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach Avenue SouthOnly a mile from the unit, the boardwalk is great for restaurants, watering holes, arcades, shopping and a carnival in summer months.
One of the few beaches in the Carolinas where you can drive your 4x4 vehicle on the beach and bring your dogs year round. Walkable from unit and north end pier.
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Freeman Park
1800 Canal DrOne of the few beaches in the Carolinas where you can drive your 4x4 vehicle on the beach and bring your dogs year round. Walkable from unit and north end pier.
Putter Pub
Enjoy some miniature golf with the whole family!
Check out all the local events and schedule for fireworks, boardwalk bingo, movies at the lake and so much more!
Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce
1121 N Lake Park BlvdCheck out all the local events and schedule for fireworks, boardwalk bingo, movies at the lake and so much more!