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Beach Vacation Packing List
Crystal Coast Beach Packing List
Every 34 North Vacations home comes stocked with the basics, so you can skip the hunt for paper towels on day one. Here’s what’s already waiting for you, and what to bring from home.
In every home
Some homes (check your listing)
Pack it
Already in Your Home
Leave these at home. We’ve got them covered.
- Fresh, upgraded bed linens and bath towels
- Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
- Hand soap
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper and paper towels
- Trash bags
- Dish soap, dishwasher detergent and a fresh dish sponge
- Laundry detergent
- Basic spices
- Pots, pans, dishes, glassware and cooking tools
- Keurig and full-pot coffee makers
- Smart TV and Wi-Fi
Depends on the Home
- Beach chairs and an umbrellaCheck your home’s listing; local rental companies can help.
- Grill
- Beach towelsProvided at homes with a pool. Otherwise, pack your own.
- BikesSome owners leave theirs for guests to use.
Pack These
The things only you can bring.
Essentials
- Photo ID
- Medications and prescriptions
- Phone chargers and a battery pack
- Your travel insurance details
- A little cash
For the Beach
- Swimsuits and cover-ups
- Beach towelsUnless your home has a pool.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- A cooler and reusable water bottles
- Sand toys and a bucket for shells
- A waterproof phone pouch
- Bug spray for evenings by the sound
- Aloe, just in case
Personal
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Deodorant, razors and any special toiletries
- Clothes for warm days and a layer for breezy nights
- Flip-flops and shoes you can walk in
Groceries & Extras
Stock up once you arrive, or bring your favorites.
Kitchen
- Groceries, snacks and drinksThere’s a grocery store near every town we serve.
- Your favorite coffee or K-cups
- Cooking oil and any special ingredients
- Zip-top bags and foil for leftovers
If You Plan To…
- Fishing rods and tackle
- NC coastal fishing licenseRequired for anyone 16 or older fishing coastal waters. Some ocean piers include it in your pier pass.
- Dog gear for pet-friendly homesLeash, bowls, waste bags, bed or crate, and a towel for sandy paws.
- Driver’s license for golf cart rentalsDrivers must be 25 or older.
- Baby gearOr rent a crib, high chair or stroller locally from BabyQuip.
Beach chairs, umbrellas and other gear vary by home, so check your home’s listing for what’s there. Need more? Local companies like Beach Butler Rentals and Crystal Coast Beachside Grills & Gear can help.
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Find the home that fits your crew, or ask us anything before you go.