Beacon House Inn Bed & Breakfast

715 Carolina Beach Avenue North, Carolina Beach, North Carolina 28428
Innkeeper(s): Mike Truffa
 
  • Introduction

    The Beacon House Inn is located in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.

    This 1950s transformed Boarding House was repurposed into a bed and breakfast. The charming Beacon House Inn is outfitted with modern amenities while keeping true to the vintage era style. 

    Within miles of the inn are North Carolina's best beaches. Enjoy the many activities Carolina Beach has to offer: golf, sailing, surfing, fishins, kayaking, and birdwatching. Or stay in and relax on our outdoor decks. Whatever you wish to do on your vacation, we are more that happy to help you make arrangments.  A full artisan breakfast featuring gourtmet coffee from Carolina Coffee Company is served daily.

    Our location is central to the Boardwalk and town centers, 20 minutes from the Wilmington Airport, 1 hour and a half from Myrtle Beach, and 2 and a half hours from Raleigh-Durham.

    For those of you traveling with kids and pets, we also have  2 small two bedroom cottages on the lot that are pet / family friendly and have there own kitchens. 

  • Insider's Info

    Travelers are always looking for memorable and relaxing experiences. Let’s discover more through the words of our innkeepers. Many thanks to Mike Truffa for sharing his own secrets with BBOnline.com!
    Why do most travelers stay at your inn?

    Great location - across the street from the beach.

    What are you best known for? What makes your inn unique? What do you love most about your inn?

    Location - right across the street from the beach. Charm and character as a 1950's boarding house that was converted into a bed and breakfast. We love the look of the original pine boards with a decor that fits the time the house was built.

    If someone has never been to your city, what is the #1 reason to come visit?

    It's a small beach town that is quite and less crowded than other beaches in the area.

    What’s the best compliment you have ever received about the inn?

    "It was a culinary delight."

    What’s the best kept secret about the area?

    The area is affordable and less crowded than other beaches in the area.

    If a traveler is staying at your inn for 4 nights, what should he/she do in the area?

    Downtown Wilmington is only 20 mins away that has great theaters, art, museums and artisan cuisine. Fort fisher, a fantastic aquarium, water sports and fishing are only a shot distance from the Inn.

    Is there anything within walking distance of your inn?

    Yes, the boardwalk with restaurants and bars are about a 10-15 min away.

    What is your favorite restaurant/food in the area?

    Deck house, Surf House, RX, The Kitchen

    Any good area guides/websites that travelers could reference?

    www.carolinabeach.org/site_new/pages/welcome.html
    www.pleasureislandnc.org

    How many rooms does your inn have?

    We have 7 rooms in the Inn and also have two 2 bedroom family/pet friendly cottages on the property.

    Do you accept pets?

    Cottages only

     

  • Corporate Retreats

    Need some R & R for your employees? A place where everyone can unwind and think? The Beacon House is a great solution for your next corporate outing. Our main Inn has 7 bedrooms with queen beds and we also offer two 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom cottage. You can rent any combination of buildings and arrange packages to include breakfasts and even catered meals.  Our generous front verandahs provide a great location for idea brainstorming sessions, sales meetings and even meals while enjoying the sounds of the ocean! We can also help you with bike rentals, yoga classes, fishing charters for team-building activities! Please let us know what you'd like and we'll be happy to arrange it for you!

  • Reunions or Large Groups

    The Beacon House is a perfect solution for a family reunion or large group gathering. Our main Inn has 7 bedrooms with queen beds, and we also offer two 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom cottages on-site for families with pets or small children. You can rent any combination of buildings and arrange packages to include breakfasts, private dinners, or on-site catered meals. We'll do whatever we can to make sure you have an effortless, enjoyable experience! Our Inn is meant to be comfortable and relaxing; we invite your family to come and curl up on our couch or hang out on our verandahs and do nothing but enjoy your stay!

     

  • Pets Welcome

    In addition to our Bed and Breakfast we also have two 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom cottages that are perfect for small families with small pets.