| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 24 positive, 0 negative]
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| 08/28/09 |
Positive
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| I have stayed at a number of places at Sunset Beach but none is nicer than Bugsy's Island Karat. It is comfortable, very clean, relaxing, all you could ask for and more in a beach house. When the whole family is going I don't even need to compare, this is the one. The price is right, the location is great, the rental process is simple, there's nothing not to like. Don't miss a chance at this one! |
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Ernie Conley, Pittsburgh, PA
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| 08/12/09 |
Positive
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Loved, loved, loved this place! My sister and her family, and myself, took my mom and her hubby here for her 70th birthday. She and hubby had upstairs apartment to get away from the kids. It was perfect size for us. We rented bikes - which is a must! Driving is silly for such a small, cozy island. The beach was barely a block away -- just close enough to be convenient for carrying stuff and far enough off main drag to be quiet.
It had tons of beach toys, boogie boards, beach chairs, three porches (front, back and on roof) so we could all have our own space, and kitchen stocked with lots of plates, cups, cooking utensils. It was well kept and had a very helpful binder with tips on where to go in the area.
My only complaint was that the grill was completely skanky and falling apart, and I couldn't bring my dog. But neither of these things could spoil such a wonderful week! |
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JR Branson |
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| 07/09/09 |
Positive
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| My family and I could not have had a better time at Bugsy's Island Karat. It is simply one of the nicest homes on Sunset Island. Incredibly well kept, updated, as well as stocked with every possible need. Thank you to Becky and her home for making it a perfect week of vacation at Sunset Beach! We look forward to coming back! |
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Brett, Chandler, AZ
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| 06/29/09 |
Positive
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| This beach house was wonderful! It was well-equipped and very clean. We really liked the floorplan, and the upstairs was especially nice for the teenagers. Thank you for sharing your lovely home and we look forward to staying there again and again! |
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The Proctor Family, Harrisonburg, VA |
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| 06/10/09 |
Positive
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| Bugsy's Island Karat is an excellent place to stay. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you needed and the home was spotless and very clean. The home has a very unique layout which included a second unit upstairs with a small kitchen. Great for a large family or two families sharing a home. It was also very close to the beach, which made walking to and from it very easy. Great if you need to go back to make lunches. The rooms were comfortable and clean, and the bathrooms were spotless. The crows nest had great unobstructed views and was refreshing after the beach. The owner (Becky) was very pleasant to deal with and responded to questions and emails promptly. She was also very helpful in making my stay pleasurable. When I return to Sunset, I'm sure to contact Becky first. |
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Richard, Edmonton, Alberta
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| 12/06/07 |
Positive
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We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at the beach. The house was better than expected. The living room upstairs allowed the grown-ups to "get away" from the kids. This was the first time we tried a "VRBO" property. Our experience was excellent. We would definitely try to get this house again.
Thanks, Becky,
Mike, Mila, and Family |
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Mike Ranieri, Summerfield, NC
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| 10/18/07 |
Positive
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| We just returned from a wonderful stay at Sunset Beach--and Bugsy's Island Karat. It is mid-October yet the weather could not have been better. The beach is beautiful, wide with white sand, and we were even able to enjoy the dolphins at play in the ocean. On the short walk from the house to the beach we came across a deer standing in the brush. Becky's house was more than we hoped for, extremely clean and stocked with all the comforts of home. The kitchen was well equipped which made things so helpful for cooking breakfast. The layout of the home is perfect-with a completely separate area upstairs which is perfect for people who may want to sleep in late or just have some privacy. All in all this trip was a huge success and we would highly recommend it to anyone considering a stay a Sunset Beach. Becky was very easy to work which certainly added to to this pleasant experience. |
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Jessie Weber, Winston-Salem, NC |
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| 09/10/07 |
Positive
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| Our Stay at Bugsy's Island Karat was excellent. A variety of things contributed to this very fine vacation experience. The house was super. The layout of the house lends itself to a wide variety of activities. From card playing to Yoga, the house accommodated all our needs. The water pressure in the showers made rinsing off and bathing a real treat. I watched developing Thunderstorms from the fourth floor crows nest early in the morning...The families enjoyed movies and dining together in the main room on the second floor. It was wonderful. Shopping is close. The beach is a huge magnet for more activities. Walking and biking on the flat sandy beach was an activity we enjoyed everyday. We surprised a family of deer early one morning as we crossed the dune going for our morning constitional. (Gone Pictures too!)We had great weather and the waves provided superior bodysurfing and bogeyboarding throughout the week. To repeat, It was an excellent vacation! |
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Lacy Taylor, Easton, PA
610-252-9724 |
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| 08/14/07 |
Positive
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what a beautiful, up to date, clean house. plenty of room for 11 people. the setup is perfect. the upstairs master suite with kitchen, living/dining area, and kitchen is like a condo of it's own. the crows nest is cool to go up in and check out the surroundings. you can see the ocean and the pier. the house is a short jaunt to the beach, better the any of the oceanfront houses because they aren't really ocean front, there is a huge section of dunes you have to cross by boardwalk (same one you will use) just to get to the beach. stay at this house instead and you will be pleasantly surprised. the town is very laid back. and sand dollars are easy to find for those beach combers who love that kind of thing. great buggie boarding beach also, though surfers will work their buts off to catch short waves. the front porch is a large and is a great place for family conversation and games. boogie boards and sand toys, as well as beach chairs are provided in the guest storage on the ground level. there is a sink down there for cleaning fish (if you desire) and an enclosed outside shower to get the sand off before you go inside. parking is great. there is room for at least six cars.
becky will take care of you for sure. nothing hidden. just a great time at a great home. |
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Joey Edens, Kernersville, NC
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| 07/05/07 |
Positive
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This was my second visit to Bugsy's Island Karat. The house is very spacious and tastefully decorated. The private, upstairs apartment is particularly nice and provides a getaway from other guests, when needed! This is a great house and provides everything you need for a relaxing vacation. Sunset Beach will always be special to my family because we spread our Mother's ashes in the ocean in 2006. We plan to make an annual pilgrimage to Sunset Beach in May of every year to celebrate and remember her life. Thanks to our hosts for making all of this possible.
Tricia H. Johnston
Greenville, NC |
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Tricia Johnston, Greenville, NC |
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| 07/02/07 |
Positive
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| Sunset Beach is a wonderful vacation destination -- the beach is beautiful and the island is peaceful and quiet -- and this home is an equally wonderful place to stay. The home is very comfortable and well cared for -- much nicer than other homes that we have rented in the area -- and Becky King is a very considerate and pleasant landlady who helped make our stay very enjoyable. We look forward to staying here again on future vacations. |
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Karen and Don, Holly Springs, NC
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| 06/17/07 |
Positive
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| Visiting Bugy's Island Karat is the true meaning of a vacation. The home is beautifully decorated as well as having all needed ammenities. The location is perfect with a view of the beach from the widow's watch, as well as a great location for walking, biking and traveling around the island. If you want a great family vacation home, Bugsy's Island Karat is the perfect place to visit. |
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Taylor King, Pittsburgh, PA
412-897-1638 |
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| 05/16/07 |
Positive
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| Rebecca and family is VERY VERY NICE,the generous family,beautiful and familiarity people.Kiss Kiss Brunella |
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Brunella, tuscany
+39 571669642 |
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| 05/01/07 |
Positive
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| We stayed at the beach house this year over our Easter break. Took our grandchildren with us and the upstairs apartment is such a convenience, lots of space for everyone. Lovely home and Becky could not have been nicer to rent from. We have stayed there in the past and hope to do so again. Thanks Becky for everything. |
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pat shaw, cuyahoga falls, ohio
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| 03/11/07 |
Positive
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| Our week at Bugsy's Island Karat was wonderfully relaxing. As soon as we walked in the door we felt warmly welcomed by the atmosphere the decor created. My husband and I especially loved the privacy the upstairs suite provided. My daughter and her boyfriend had such a great time that they became engaged while there! Becky and Phillip are extremely accommodating to work with and I would recommend them as landlords and their lovely home to everyone who is looking for a great beach vacation! |
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Anonymous
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| 09/20/06 |
Positive
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| We have vacationed at Sunset Beach, NC the past 5 summers. This is our fifth rental and is, by a large margin, the nicest home. It is furnished as a home, rather than as a rental and has every amenity you would want. Four couples rented the home and there was enough room and privacy. My wife and I stayed in the upstairs area where we could escape the group when desired. This would be a fantastic home for a family and grandparents staying upstairs or a family with teens where you could each have your own needed space. The distance from the beach was literally a four mminute walk. This is a great rental home. |
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Jay O'Leary
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| 09/05/06 |
Positive
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We stayed at the house the week of July 22nd, 2006 and have been to Sunset beach twice before. This house was nicely decorated, well equiped (it even had a beach cart...) and has a great layout. We especially liked having the separate living area upstairs.
Most everyone that stopped by commented on how nice the house was and how well decorated it was compared to the homes they had rented.
I would recommend renting this house.
Sean |
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Sean, Newark, CA
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| 08/28/06 |
Positive
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| This was our families first time to Sunset Beach. What a great beach for families! The house was very well equipped, clean and very convenient to the beach access. Being on the side street was an added plus for our kids to ride their bikes safely. We would highly recommend Bugsy's Island Karat and plan to stay there again next summer! Jenny and Kevin Derr |
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Kevin and Jenny Derr |
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| 07/27/06 |
Positive
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| This was our first visit to the beach with our three young children. The house was very beautiful, clean and toddler friendly. We had everything we needed for the week and really enjoyed ourselves. We would recommend Bugsy's Island Karat to anyone. Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful home and we hope to stay again next year. Shawn, Michele & the boys. Ohio |
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michele & Shawn , ohio
3304264939 |
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| 07/25/06 |
Positive
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| Our family has been vacationing at Sunset Beach for almost 20 years. Bugsy's Island Karat is one of the nicest homes we have rented. The house was very clean when we arrived, the furnishings lovely. The kitchen had everything we needed for the week. My older children loved the private upstairs room. We could see the ocean from the roof deck and we even saw a shooting star on three different evenings! Thank you Becky for sharing your beautiful home with our family. |
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Denise and Michael Weiner, Charlotte, NC |
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| 07/11/06 |
Positive
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| It's hard not to love Sunset Beach, especially if you seek a quiet beach vacation on a beautifully clean beach, Sunset's a wonderful place to unwind. We have stayed at Bugsy's Island Karat three times over the years. Our most recent trip in June was the first thru vrbo. Bugsy's a great vacation home away from home. Setting up on the top deck and watching the ocean or the setting sun makes relaxation easy. |
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Jim & Mary Ellen, Cincinnati, Ohio |
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| 06/22/06 |
Positive
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This is our family's third consecutive year renting Bugsy's Island Karat. It is a beautiful home and very well maintained. The layout of the house is exceptionally nice. Our children bring their friends along and my husband and I enjoy the upstairs apartment where we have complete privacy. There's a great view of the ocean from the widow's peak. I also love rocking on the front porch while listening to the ocean and feeling the wonderful breeze. The unique feeling of island seclusion is created by the one-lane drawbridge. We love that feature! The wide beach is pristine and peaceful. Truly a family beach! Philip and Becky King are caring and responsive landlords. I would highly recommend Bugsy's Island Karat for your next beach vacation. We have rented several homes at Sunset Beach and Bugsy's Island Karat is our favorite!
Pamela Morris
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Pamela Morris, Atlanta, Georgia
(770) 328-7644 |
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| 06/14/06 |
Positive
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| I am the owner of Bugsy's Island Karat and I want to let you know that this is my first year of renting our home by myself. We are trying to add a more personal touch to our home and the reservation process than can be provided by an agency. We keep our home in good shape, nicely decorated and clean. We make every effort to take care of your every need and make your vacation home enjoyable. Please consider our home in your vacation plans. Thankyou, Becky King |
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Becky King, Pgh, Pa.
412-736-4702 |
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