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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Kure Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kure Beach

This cottage places you next to Kure Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ocean Front Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Home Steps from Beach Access!

Sea La Vie Serene Kure Beach Rental One Row from Oceanfront

Short Stays Accepted! 

3 Bedroom / 2 ½ Bath / Sleeps 8

If you are longing to be on the beautiful south end of Kure Beach, but don’t want to get into the crowds of a condominium complex, consider our adorable family cottage retreat, Sea La Vie, for your family! Our quiet little cul de sac in the trees will make you feel like you are in a cocoon, yet position you only steps across the road to the beach access.  Relax and enjoy more privacy and freedom:  golf carts are no problem, and boats and trailers are allowed! Our cottage features a lovely outdoor space that begins in the one-car garage under the house, with a finished epoxy floor.  A fisherman’s half bath is available for kids with sandy feet. A partially covered wrap-around patio leads you to the private outdoor hot water shower.  Comfortable outdoor seating, a picnic table, a propane grill, and a partially fenced yard will allow you generous outdoor space to gather in wet swimming suits while you have a cold beverage, shuck oysters, and grill hot dogs. 
Upstairs, a wrap-around porch has views of the ocean, outdoor seating, and two entrances for indoor and outdoor living. Our family great room has a fully remodeled kitchen with a huge workstation, quartz countertops, and all the small appliances, dishes, and utensils you need for creating any large meal.  Three Queen Bedrooms and a carpeted children’s playroom with a pull-out sofa make plenty of space for the entire family.

Ground Level:
We have a security camera at the entrance.  
Stairwell to Property Level
One-car garage with a receptacle for charging golf carts.
Driveway pad for 3-4 cars, size dependent.
Half Bath with Laundry Tub Sink.
Indoor/Outdoor Patio
Picnic table
Propane Grill
Beach Chairs
Adirondack Chairs
Partially fenced backyard
Private hot and cold water shower

Level 2:

We are a one-floor cottage

Ocean View Sun Deck with outdoor seating
Kitchen: 
Quartz countertops, double stainless sink with pull spray faucet. Tile floor.
Full side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker. Dishwasher. Fully equipped kitchen, including crab pot and crock pot.
Traditional dining table seats 6. Countertop seating for 2.

Living Room:
Wood flooring. Two comfy sofas and an easy chair, two rattan side chairs, a Roku TV, Ceiling Fan. Porch access.
Beach Towels to share: please wash and return to baskets.

Primary Bedroom Suite:
Queen Bed, Chest of Drawers, Bookcase Headboard, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan, Ensuite Bathroom.
Primary Bath: Walk-in Shower, Makeup Vanity Counter, Single Sink Vanity, Toilet.
Ensuite Access to Children’s Playroom Winter Porch

Guest Bedroom 1: “The Coral Room.” Queen Bed, Chest of Drawers, Double Nightstands, Soft Side Chair, Ceiling Fan.
Ensuite Access to Children’s Playroom Winter Porch

Shared Hallway Bathroom: Bathtub and Shower, Toilet, Single Vanity

Children’s Winter Porch:
Fully Heated and Cooled, Carpeted Floor.
Children’s Tea Set Dining Table.  Children’s Books, Games, and Toys.  Shelving.
Wall Mounted Flat Screen TV with Chromecast, Ceiling Fan.
Queen Size Sofa Sleeper

Guest Bedroom 2: “The Blue Room,” Queen Bed, Double Nightstands, Chest of Drawers, Ceiling Fan, Closet.

Parking:
One Car Garage, Driveway Pad. Fits 3-4 vehicles, size dependent.

Linens - Sheets and Towels will be wrapped in sealed packages and laying on the end of the beds. 

Rental Policies:
In response to the increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Things to bring:
Paper towels and toilet paper, trash bags, soaps, detergents, minimal cleaning supplies, and beach towels.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-ins (June-August) begin at 4 pm and are guaranteed by 6 pm
Off Season Check-ins begin at 3 pm and are guaranteed by 5 pm
Check-out is by 10 am. 
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access:
Electronic Entry.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, sororities/fraternities 
No smoking
You must be at least 25 to rent this unit.

Pet Policy:
No pets allowed.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking 
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation debit. 
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation debit.

Things to do:
Adventure awaits. Discover aquatic wildlife and vegetation at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher or enjoy a relaxing ferry ride across the Cape Fear River to a quaint little shopping town called Southport. Take a trip back in time at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Museum which features live oak-covered trails and bunkers from the American Civil War. Stroll through the marsh to visit the home of the famous Ft. Fisher Hermit. Or wind down with nature at our two state parks, sure to provide a memorable experience with hiking, fishing, and water activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking, and search for a Venus Flytrap which is native to NC only. As one of North Carolina's most undeveloped beaches, the island offers a unique opportunity to see many diverse coastal wildlife, including pelicans and loggerhead sea turtles, in their natural habitat. Whether it’s exploring activities on the island, enjoying the ocean views, or enjoying a cocktail by sunset from your own private balcony, Pleasure Island offers diversion for every enthusiast!

Explore the treasures of Carolina Beach, ranked one of the top 10 boardwalks in the country by Food & Wine magazine. One of the last remaining beach boardwalks on the East Coast, it includes a variety of restaurants, an arcade, shops, ice cream, Famous Britts Donuts, bars, and more! During the summer months, the Boardwalk is bustling with the sound of music, carnival rides, bingo, family nights, and events like the weekly fireworks and concert series. Rent a Jeep, bicycle, or golf cart as the most convenient ways to navigate the island. Annual off-season events include the Cape Fear Kite Festival, Christmas by the Sea, and the Island of Lights Festival.

We look forward to you visiting us!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Sea Coast Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

137919

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

Located steps from Kure Beach, this cottage is in Kure Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Coquina Outcrop. You'll also find North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Private Home Steps from Beach Access! good for couples?

At this lakeside cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Private Home Steps from Beach Access!?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 24.9 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Private Home Steps from Beach Access!?

Yes, every accommodation at Private Home Steps from Beach Access! comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Private Home Steps from Beach Access! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sheinah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location and great property friendly neighbors!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025