Blue water, the scent of the sea air and southern hospitality
If you are looking for a place to enjoy a laidback lifestyle and enjoy a breath of fresh air, the coastal Carolinas are for you!
Beautiful scenery, wildlife and historical sites aplenty; there is something new to explore every day of your stay. If you are a water baby, dive into fishing, boating, kayaking and even windsurfing. More of a land lover? Try hiking, off-road driving, biking or a day on the Championship greens with your golf clubs.
Planning on eating your way through your vacation? You won’t be able to go past the delicious spread of locally-owned and independent restaurants serving everything from fresh-caught seafood to grits and barbeque. (We have to stop, our mouths are watering way too much.)
Browse exchange availability and the below resorts and book your coastal Carolinas vacation today!
The Links Golf & Racquet Club is located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It's only minutes away from shopping, fine dining, family entertainment, and of course, the beach! Each townhouse-style apartment at the Links contains a full kitchen, master bedroom, guest bedroom, and a sleeper sofa in the living room. The resort also features an outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor heated pool, tennis courts, hot tub, basketball courts, barbecue grills, playground, horseshoe pit, and Wi-Fi Internet. Rooms are two-story units. Ideal for a family or two couples, the bedrooms are located on the second floor with two full baths and a washer and dryer. Downstairs is a full kitchen, handsomely furnished living area with fireplace and another full bath. There is a balcony off the master bedroom and a patio off the living area downstairs. The area features great entertainment including amusement parks, water parks, Broadway at the Beach, and more. There are also nearly 100 area golf courses to choose from for those who like to hit the links. The Links Golf and Racquet Club is tucked away in a residential golf community, making you feel like you are in your own little secluded, private piece of the Grand Strand. It is only a short drive to the beach where you can enjoy the use of the resort's beach cabana that is equipped with restrooms and showers, as well as a kitchenette. During the busy beach season, you can leave your car behind and use the resort's shuttle service directly to the cabana at the beach. Peace and quiet just minutes from the excitement of Myrtle Beach's famous Grand Strand - it's an ideal vacation!
Located right on the Neuse River, Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Harbor is an ideal vacation destination in New Bern, North Carolina. Units at the resort range from a standard one bedroom to a two bedroom with a full kitchen with large refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee maker - and even wine glasses. All units have air conditioning and cable tv, and some units have laundry facilities. Full bathrooms also have bubbling whirlpool tubs. The resort offers two outdoor pools, tennis courts, a recreation center with indoor pool, a miniature golf course, and a whirlpool. There are also boat slips that can accommodate boats up to 60 feet in length, with boat rentals available nearby. There is also a restaurant on the grounds open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There's exercise equipment, a picnic and barbecue area, a playground and miniature golf, plus sailing, in season. Charming New Bern is a city dating back to 1710. You'll enjoy a full array of amenities here, ranging from land and water sports to river cruises, live entertainment and more - as well as the chance to explore almost 300 years of historical treasures, including hundreds of homes and shops listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Some history, some relaxation and a host of exciting outdoor activities! Put them together and you have Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Harbour.
Festiva's Peppertree Resort in Atlantic Beach is one of the hidden jewels of North Carolina's stunning southern Outer Banks. You'll soon see how richly this region deserves to be called "The Crystal Coast." Being the oldest of five resort towns along the Bogue Banks, Atlantic Beach has become one of the area's most loved locations. Seekers of a romantic getaway and those in search of good old-fashioned family fun return year after year to build on already wonderful memories.<br/> <br/> Look forward to a warm welcome in this beach bum's heaven. Over the years, the resort has earned a reputation for providing an incredible array of activities for guests to enjoy without having to leave the resort. There's a nine-hole golf course to help you get into the swing of things. Take a dip in the indoor or the outdoor pool. There's also a kiddie pool, a children's playground and much, much more. <br/> <br/> Walk down the boardwalk from your villa through your peaceful vacation oasis to the white, sandy beach. Rent a chair and an umbrella for the day. Once you've soaked up your fill of sun and sea, head out for famously fresh local seafood - or find out what's biting and catch your own. Jump on board for one of the many local tours. If you're feeling more energetic you'll find boating, diving, fitness centers, jet-skiing, water-skiing and sailing all right at your doorstep.<br/> <br/> Come to Peppertree in Atlantic Beach on the Crystal Coast and make some 24-carat memories!<br/> <br/>
The Village at Palmetto Dunes is a hidden gem. It is quiet, peaceful and well cared for, with well-manicured grounds and a friendly staff that goes out of their way to make guests feel welcome. It's located in a lush setting between one of the three world-class golf facilities and a championship tennis club. The pool is quaint and cozy, intimately nestled near two stately oaks, with a barbecue area for grilling. Accommodations range from studios to 3-bedroom units that sleep up to 8. It's a great place for families who want to vacation in style away from the hustle and bustle of big box resorts.<br /><br />You get real value for your money at The Village at Palmetto Dunes. All studio, and one to three-bedroom units are sizable and even the studios comfortably sleep up to four. Full size kitchens are stocked with dishes, glasses, pots, and utensils making it easy to prepare a meal or reheat a restaurant leftover. Use the money you'll save to explore all that Hilton Head has to offer. For checking e-mail or surfing the Internet, there are wireless connections in every guest room. Speaking of connections, the Savannah Airport is just 35 miles to the south.
In the Heart of Myrtle Beach sits an unsurpassed beachfront resort property. Riptide Beach Club! Riptide Beach Club is the favorite Myrtle Beach family vacation resort for timeshare homeowners and vacationing guests. Riptide Beach Club consists of Riptide I and Riptide II, both of which are located slightly north of the downtown Myrtle Beach area and sit on the shores of the sparkling Atlantic Ocean directly in the center of "The Grand Strand." Riptide Beach Club offer 88 vacation condominium units with either one of two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens and spacious living areas complete with sleeper sofas. You'll enjoy Wi-Fi, color cable TV with HBO and an active social program with plenty to do for both adults and children. The resorts have two outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and sunbathing decks with comfortable lounge furniture. There are barbecue grills for dinners al fresco, and two guest laundries. There are beach lifeguards in season, a Starbucks and yogurt shop just across the street. Myrtle Beach is a favorite vacation destination for thousands of families every year. The area combines a perfect beach with plenty of entertainment options day and night. Take in a show. Go dancing or just stroll the beach and look at the stars. The selection of restaurants seems almost limitless and there's plenty of shopping. There are family-friendly amusement parks and almost 100 golf courses along the Grand Strand. Discover why so many people love Myrtle Beach! Make Riptide Beach Club your vacation home.
Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Sapphire Valley, located an hour's drive from Asheville, North Carolina, is our crown jewel in the visually stunning Transylvania County region of the Blue Ridge Mountains known as "The Land of Waterfalls." <br /><br />This vacation resort features plenty of onsite recreation activities and exceptional amenities that ensure you relax and unwind surrounded by gorgeous scenic splendor. Spacious one and Two-Bedroom vacation condos offer everything you need to feel right at home in Western North Carolina. Most rooms are outfitted with a convenient full kitchen, private patio and washer and dryer. One Bedroom Condos are the perfect vacation retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and leisure vacationers alike. Enjoy an unforgettable night surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking mountain landscape on the private balcony. The whirlpool tub is perfect for soothing your senses after a day of hiking or horseback riding. A stay in these one-bedroom condos also means saving a little extra money, too. Whip up hearty home-style meals in the fully equipped kitchen or enjoy convenient use of the washer and dryer. One-bedroom condos accommodate up to four guests. Oversized two-bedroom condos have two spacious private bedrooms and room for up to eight guests, This vacation condo is perfect for those traveling with large groups. Enjoy a little family time near the warmth of the fireplace or cook up all your family's favorites in the fully equipped kitchen. You'll surely appreciate not having to spend extra dining out. Other convenient comforts include a washer and dryer and whirlpool tub in the private bathroom.<br /><br />This consummate "get away from it all" resort has every delight you imagine a great vacation would, along with breathtaking forest and mountain scenery and close proximity to culture, crafts, shopping and gaming pleasures.<br /><br />An enjoyable vacation awaits you in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
When James Taylor sang, "In my mind, I'm going to Carolina," perhaps he was dreaming of the serenity of Swiss Mountain Village at Blowing Rock in North Carolina's High Country. The Village is cradled in the lap of a small valley with two spring-fed ponds, with one stocked with rainbow trout during the warmer months and Mallard ducks treating the ponds as their home almost year-round!<br /><br />The accommodations at Swiss Mountain Village are designed to reflect a comfortable and welcoming mountain home. Log cabins and Swiss-style chalets are spread out over 12 acres of beautiful mountainside. The cabins are built with natural materials like rough-hewn logs and native stone to help them blend seamlessly into their environment. The Swiss chalets feature a unique architectural detail - the stairway to the loft takes you over a stone fireplace so you stay nice and cozy when the mercury falls. All units have a full kitchen, washer and dryer, cable television and stone fireplaces. Each unit also has a front porch complete with two rocking chairs.<br /><br />Set against the gorgeous backdrop of the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, Blowing Rock, North Carolina is home to plenty of area attractions and top travel destinations. The quaint town is known for its hundreds of small shops, galleries, boutiques, antique shops and fine clothing stores that line the streets in storybook village fashion. <br /><br />For more than 30 years, visitors have treasured their time here, and some long-time guests are now even bringing their great-grandchildren! Swiss Mountain Village is a beautiful place to go - and it's not just in your mind.
Smoketree's cozy atmosphere and prime location in Banner Elk, North Carolina, allows its visitors the choice of enjoying the peace and solitude of the Blue Ridge Mountains or the opportunity of partaking in the many activities available in the High Country! <br /><br />Smoketree Lodge offers a choice of accommodations such as: studios, one and two bedrooms, complete with kitchenettes. Laundry facilities are available on site. We feature efficiency units for two, one bedrooms for up to four people and the two-bedroom units will comfortably accommodate up to six people. <br /><br />We provide phone, Cable TV, and DVD movie rentals, and the kids will really enjoy the game room. Also provided are indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna. Our area has tons of exciting activities like trout fishing at some of the streams just down the road, horseback riding, Championship Golf, and whitewater rafting! If you're a "lover of the great outdoors", you'll want to take in some of the hiking trails that are literally within walking distance of Smoketree Lodge. We are also within minutes of all the High Country's snow ski resorts, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, and Linville Caverns. <br /><br />Enjoy North Carolina on a laid-back vacation this year.
A secluded 2,400-acre vacation resort, Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Mountains is nestled among the wooded scenery of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lake Lure, North Carolina. The area was even used as the backdrop for the famous movie "Dirty Dancing." Enjoy these one and two-bedroom vacation condos in a private villa-style setting perfect for families and couples. You'll enjoy a full range of exceptional amenities like a fully equipped kitchen and washer and dryer. Select rooms feature a relaxing private balcony and a cozy fireplace for those cooler Lake Lure evenings. Discover quiet tranquility surrounded by the wooded landscape of Hickory Nut Gorge and the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Mountains is located 35 miles southeast of Asheville, just minutes from the shimmering waters of Lake Lure. Guests will enjoy access to all the sights and sounds of this picturesque region located along the Rocky Broad River, as well as a host of attractions to keep you and your family fully entertained. There is much to see and do just minutes from Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Mountains. This is the place for outdoor enthusiasts with plenty of scenic mountains, rivers, bays and forests to explore. Enjoy hiking and rock climbing at Chimney Rock State Park, or boating, swimming, canoeing and kayaking on Lake Lure from the Lake Lure Marina. Spend the day soaking up the sun at Lake Lure Beach or picnic right along the lake's sunny shoreline. Golfers can enjoy 18-holes at the Apple Valley Course and Bald Mountain Course located on the resort property. The charm of Asheville, and Chimney Rock Village are well worth checking out. They're easy to discover from Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Mountains
Sands Beach Club lets you enjoy all the privacy and seclusion of your own white sandy beach, located oceanfront in the Arcadian Shores section of Myrtle Beach. This one- and two-bedroom all-suite resort offers spectacular ocean views from every room and is an ideal retreat for families who enjoy a tranquil vacation at the beach. Sands Beach Club is beautifully situated on Shore Drive - secluded from the hustle and bustle of Myrtle Beach, yet conveniently close to it for easy access to all of Myrtle Beach's activities, attractions, restaurants, nightlife and dining options. Sands Beach Club offers an indoor/outdoor pool, a kiddie pool, hot tub, barbecue grills, free Wi-Fi, and lighted tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. There's an exercise room, handsome private balconies, and an on-site laundry. Sands Beach Club Resort is a multi-level, mixed-use property, meaning that some units are owned in whole, year 'round by our owners and some are owned by timeshare owners. Our units are consistently top rated on TripAdvisor and the unit you see in our photos is exactly the quality and condition of the unit you will be staying in. We also offer on-site check in, discounts at tons of local restaurants, shopping and activities. Enjoy all the activities that Myrtle Beach offers. Great restaurants, wonderful shopping and more than 100 golf courses make the legendary Grand Strand one of the most popular vacation destinations for families across the country! The quiet side of Myrtle Beach is home to the Sands Beach Club, but all of the vacation action of Myrtle Beach is just minutes away.
Activities call outdoor enthusiasts to the famed Blue Ridge Mountains. Hiking, white-water rafting, inner tubing, fishing, biking, horseback riding, and downhill skiing are among the many things to do at this four-season resort in Sugar Mountain, North Carolina. <br /><br />Sitting on Sugar Mountain and nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountain range, The Highlands at Sugar offers a choice of either one-bedroom or two-bedroom suites. All suites feature fully equipped kitchens, wood-burning fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and balconies. One-bedroom units are furnished with a king bed in the bedroom, a sleeper sofa in living room and one bathroom, and they can accommodate up to four guests. Two-bedroom units are furnished with a king bed in the master bedroom, a king or two twins in the guest bedroom, two sleeper sofas and two bathrooms and they can accommodate up to eight guests. The Highlands at Sugar provides access to a variety of amenities both at the resort and in close proximity. Stay active playing golf or tennis, biking or skiing. Keep cool in summer with water sports. The resort also offers full access to its amenities for your enjoyment.<br /><br />Activities to fill your vacation days include antiquing, craft and outlet shopping, sightseeing, and visiting caverns, plus attractions for children. Enjoy local attractions such as gem mining, horseback riding, ziplining, events and festivals and the beautiful mountain views. Dining in nearby Banner Elk and the surrounding area will please even the most discriminating palates. <br /><br />A peaceful and comfortable setting awaits you at The Highlands at Sugar.
Amid the subtropical beauty of Hilton Head Island sits the Sea Crest Surf and Racquet Club - a great vacation destination. It's a great resort for the whole family. Resort rooms have full kitchens with barbecue grills and picnic tables on the grounds. There is also a playground for kids and a courtyard with shuffleboard. There's a kid's pool, a hot tub and a gazebo for relaxing. There are four private tennis courts and two outdoor pools (one heated) for guests. Guests have access to a third pool with a deck and tiki hut overlooking the beach, just one block away. There is a pool table in the resort's activity room. Island activities include golf, bicycling and water activities - boating, fishing or just relaxing on the beach, so there is always something to delight every guest. Restaurants of all types can be found close by in every price range, from inexpensive to gourmet, with the accent on fresh local seafood. Guests seeking some nightlife will find more than 90 night spots offering the best in entertainment. Shopping, wilderness hikes, and historical tours add to the list of activities. Hilton Head is a more sophisticated beach destination that South Carolina's other beach town, Myrtle Beach. It's the perfect fit for those who like a slightly quieter vacation by the shore.
This beachfront resort is in the Arcadian Shores section of Myrtle Beach, a half-mile from the Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Located in the exclusive Shore Drive section of Myrtle Beach, Sands Ocean Club provides the perfect environment for couples' retreats, family vacations and golf groups, or for a place to kick off your shoes and dance to live music by the pool. <br /><br />Featuring one-, two-, and three-bedroom condos with all the amenities, including spectacular ocean views from your private balcony and a spacious beachfront deck with indoor and outdoor pools, a lazy river and hot tubs, Sands Ocean Resort has everything you need for a great vacation experience without leaving the property. <br /><br />But for guests looking to explore Myrtle Beach's popular attractions, restaurants and shopping, or tee it up for a round of championship golf, Sands Ocean Club is only a short distance away from it all. Conveniently located between Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach, Sands Ocean Club is close to Broadway at the Beach and Barefoot Landing, Restaurant Row, the Tanger Outlet Stores and some of the Grand Strand's top golf courses. Barefoot Landing - a boardwalk lined with shops, restaurants, and music venues, including the House of Blues - is two miles away. <br /><br />Learn to dance, stroll the beach, enjoy everything about Myrtle Beach! That's a vacation!
Located at Deerfield Plantation in Surfside Beach, Country Club Villas is a great getaway in the Myrtle Beach area. Country Club Villas features one-, two- and 3-bedroom suites. Each unit has either a queen or king bed in the master bedroom. Each suite has a whirlpool tub, a separate living area and a fully furnished kitchen. The resort also has an outdoor and indoor swimming pool for year-round use. There is also a spa/hot tub, and rooms come with washer and dryer. Some rooms also have fireplaces for chilly fall and winter evenings. More than 28 miles of beach line the coast, so bring your own surfboard or hop on a sailboat at one of the nearby marinas. There is also Broadway at the Beach, the many shops and restaurants at Barefoot Landing, amusement parks and more in the area. Myrtle Beach has earned its reputation as an ideal family vacation destination. The area is famous for golf as well as the beach. There are more than 100 golf courses and golf-related attractions along Myrtle Beach's famous Grand Strand. For those unafraid of heights, a trip to the East Coast's only 200-foot SkyWheel is a must. A little friendly competition is always fun if it's kept on one of over 50 mini-golf courses, and a visit to area amusement parks for a thrilling ride on a rollercoaster always creates fun memories. From ziplining to the quiet beauty of Brookgreen Gardens, families love Myrtle Beach! A stay at Country Club Villas will ensure you enjoy the best of the Grand Strand.
A Place at the Beach III is located in picturesque Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, an area known as the Crystal Coast. The resort offers one- and two-bedroom suites with private balconies, fully furnished kitchens and sleeper sofas. On-site amenities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, miniature golf, a game room, lighted tennis and basketball courts, shuffleboard, a playground, barbecue grills, complimentary wireless Internet access, and, best of all, direct access to the beach. You'll also find plenty of activities near the resort. Beaufort, North Carolina's third oldest town, is only minutes away, offering fun shopping, excellent eating and loads of history. Blackbeard's hometown boasts the North Carolina Maritime Museum, ghost tours, walking tours of historic homes, and a double-decker bus tour. Historic Fort Macon, built just before the Civil War, and the North Carolina Aquarium, with its 306,000-gallon "Living Shipwreck" tank, are also must-see attractions. A beautiful beach, compelling history and gracious hospitality - it doesn't get better than this. Whether you're looking for the perfect family vacation, or a peaceful couples retreat, there's no better place to relax than on the beaches of the North Carolina's Crystal Coast. Located north of Wilmington and just south of Ocracoke and the Outer Banks, the Crystal Coast is home to Atlantic Beach, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach, Salter Path, Emerald Isle and the exciting mainland towns of Morehead City and Beaufort (Ranked America's Coolest Small Town, by Budget Travel magazine). Come to the Crystal Coast and A Place at the Beach III, and you'll see why this resort is more than just "a place at the beach!"