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Sea Ranch Motel

PO Box 176, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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Ranked #5 of 17 hotels in Carolina Beach
4.0 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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reds0x33
Winston Salem, North Carolina
1 review
3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011
3
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At the last minute my husband discovered he had time off during my scheduled vacation so being desperately homesick for the beach we decided to take a quick trip. Was very excited about the Sea Ranch as it seemed to be a fairly nice place. I grew up on Cape Cod so I am quite familiar with MUCH NICER establishments... More

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uccellino7
Greensboro, North Carolina
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011

My mom and I stayed here on a long weekend, primarily because we couldn't find anywhere else to stay at such short notice. However, we were not disappointed. It is a family-owned motel without bells or whistles, but it makes for a comfy, quiet stay. The owners were very kind and helpful, and solved the only problem we had without... More

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Libby1946
Hickory, North Carolina
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4 reviews
5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2011
3
people found this review helpful

We stayed at the Sea Ranch years ago and its definitely gone downhill in my opinion. The only good thing going for it was the two pools. I booked an Oceanfront Efficiency with two beds. Wanted 2nd or 3rd floor but got the 1st floor. A handicapped room at that with the bathroom sink in the main room. The only... More

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Stormy93
Nashville
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2011

My parents rented the Family Fish Cottage next to the hotel. The house has four bedrooms, two baths, and a roomy eat-in kitchen. The house was spacious with a great front porch for morning coffee or tea. We really enjoyed the back deck in the evenings. Although this house is nestled amongst other homes and the hotel, the breeze off... More

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brettsma02
Greenville, NC
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6 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2010
1
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We stayed two nights at Sea Ranch in a 2 Queen kitchenette room. The view was breathtaking and the decor was beachy without being cheesy. It was roomy (there were 4 adults) and clean. The staff were friendy and helpful. Even in the off-season, we enjoyed walking the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. We couldn't resist the treats at the Fudge Boat,... More

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ladyzib
sanford nc
1 review
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2010
1
person found this review helpful

After endless searching and reading reviews on other places to stay at Carolina Beach, My husband & I decided on the Sea Ranch Motel. WOW...What a great place to stay,It is not the Ritz, but for the price & location it was perfect for us. We have not had a vacation in six years & I promise we will be... More

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beachlover1975
New Haven, Kentucky
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2010

Upon check in we were charged more for extra guest. The only problem was that I made the reservation for 4 guest and confirmed it, however they only had us down for 2. Lady at front desk was nice enough to give some money back, however we still paid more than quoted originally. Room was oceanfront, however you could not... More

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rayknitty
Fort Mill, SC
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Just returned from our 3rd annual trip to Carolina Beach and it was the best ever. The Sea Ranch upgraded all the rooms with new beds and furniture. We love the quaint (wood paneling in the rooms), full kitchen, and family feel of the Sea Ranch. Just walk out your room, enjoy the view, and listen to live music from... More

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jlshipp1
Baltimore, Maryland
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2010
2
people found this review helpful

My husband and I have been thinking about moving to Wilmington, NC and decided to go visit again just to be sure. We figured we might as well stay on the water in Carolina Beach since it is only a few mins away. I saw that Sea Ranch was rated #1 on Trip Advisor and just had to check it... More

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24Traveling
North Carolina
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3 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2010
2
people found this review helpful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this motel. I have to admit, our expectations were not high given the low cost per night, but we were pleasantly surprised! The staff members were extremely friendly and helpful and the room, though definitely 'no frills', was exceptionally clean. We had an oceanfront room on the second floor and the view could not... More

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Address: PO Box 176, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

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