Property Description

Boutique Historic Inn in the Heart of Carolina Beach. Rare opportunity to acquire a 12-unit historic inn located in the heart of Carolina Beach, just 1,000 feet from the beach and within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the CB Boardwalk. This two-story property blends preserved historic charm with thoughtful modern updates and is offered fully furnished, including all operational assets and the established business. The property features 12 guest rooms, each with a private bathroom. The ground floor includes four one-bedroom suites, three with full kitchens and one with a kitchenette, each with living and dining areas and private rear decks overlooking a fenced backyard. The second floor offers eight efficiency rooms, four with access to the front porch and four overlooking a garden area. A shared hallway includes a guest refreshment station, and all upper-level rooms include mini refrigerators, microwaves, and Keurig coffee makers. Recent updates include a new HVAC system, interior and exterior paint, and commercial laundry equipment with Queen Speed washers and dryers. The inn operates across major booking platforms including Booking.com, Expedia, Airbnb, and a direct-booking website, with smart locks and off-site guest support in place. The inn currently operates as a pet-friendly property. There is no on-site office, and the property operates as a self-check-in inn. Existing management is willing to remain in place to handle reservations, guest communication, housekeeping, maintenance, and daily operations, providing a smooth transition for new ownership. While significantly improved, the property still offers additional growth potential through further upgrades or operational enhancements. All parties must sign an NDA to view financials. Visit the Carolina Beach Inn’s website to explore the property, then schedule a private showing to experience it in person.

Features
: Space Heater, Forced Air, Electric
: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), Multi Units
: Wood, Back Yard
: Deck, Covered, Porch, Open
: On Street, Unpaved
: Wood
: Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades, Walk-in Shower
: Laundry Room, In Hall
: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Appliances
: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Mini Refrigerator
Address Map
US
NC
New Hanover
Carolina Beach
28428
Harper
205
Avenue
W78° 6' 19.7''
N34° 2' 5.4''
Heading South over Snows Cut bridge, take a left onto Dow Road. Take a left on Harper Avenue and property will be on the right.
MX
Neighborhood
Carolina Beach
Ashley
New Hanover
Murray
MLS Addon
Prosper Real Estate
Reidi Troy
Yes
Yes
$0
Additional Information
3894
: Asbestos
: Block, Crawl Space
: Two
85x91x83x75
2026-02-20
2
: Public
Listing Information
579517319
579503181
Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Active
2026-05-29T19:56:27Z
HiveMLS
: Standard
2026-02-20T19:55:49Z

205 Harper

205 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, North Carolina 28428

12 Bedrooms
12 Bathrooms
3,894 Sqft
0.16 Acre
$3,300,000
Listing ID #100555839
Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
MLS ID : 8f4e2fc835d7faee9e88563501234ac3
Listing ID : 100555839
Price : $3,300,000
View : See Remarks
Bedrooms : 12
Bathrooms : 12
Rooms : 12
Lot Area : 0.16 Acre
Square Footage : 3,894 Sqft
Year Built : 1952
Status : Active
Full Bathrooms : 12
Property Sub Type : Single Family Residence
Roof : Metal, Membrane
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