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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Outdoor shower
Bathroom 5
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
JULY/AUG SPECIALS! OCEANFRONT HOUSE BEAUTY! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!
2026 WEEKS ON SALE!!!! This beautiful, 3000 square ft, custom-built single family oceanfront house has granite countertops, berber carpet, tile and hardwood floors, and island-themed decor! Many new additions including new deck, roof, windows, living room furniture, deck furniture, and private beach walkway. Includes high-speed wireless internet, courtesy starter house supplies, 4 cable TVs, DVD players, deck chairs and tables, outdoor swing and rocking chairs, beach chairs, outdoor grill, indoor and outdoor dining tables, and outside shower. Bedrooms with direct access to oceanfront balconies/decks facing ocean. New decks and private beach walkway. Walk to restaurants, shops, fishing pier, park, playground, tennis/basketball courts. Various attractions nearby.
Sleeping Arrangements: Deluxe King Suite 20' x 13' plus Master Bath with Garden Tub, Shower Enclosure, Water Closet, Double Vanity; Enormous Walk-in Closet and Oceanfront Balcony Queen Bedroom 17' x 13' with Oceanfront Balcony Downstairs Queen Bedroom 16' x 12' plus Separate Bath; Walk-in Closet and Private Entrance to Oceanfront Deck Double Bunk Bed Room (sleeps 4, sturdy enough for adults)
'Wow!' is the first word to describe this beautiful Victorian oceanfront home at family-friendly Kure Beach. This modern construction was designed by the architect to take maximum advantage of the spectacular ocean views from virtually every room! This is a distinctive home with crown molding throughout, oak hardwood floors and Berber carpet, breezy ceiling fans, an incredible two-story great room with foyer and staircase, and patio doors leading from the dining/great room as well as three oceanfront bedrooms to the breathtaking views from the seaside deck and balcony above. Nicely furnished and decorated, this is a wonderful vacation home for a family looking for a special place to make memories together.
As you enter the main floor, you are greeted by a majestic foyer and magnificent ocean views everywhere you turn. The main floor has an open floor plan with a two story great room, dining area and full kitchen. The great room has a 60 inch flat panel television with DVD, island themed furnishings, and two stories of gorgeous windows gazing out to sea. The modern granite kitchen is stocked with a set of cookware, bakeware, appliances, dishes and utensils. The adjoining dining area accommodates 8-12 and captures amazing ocean views. There is also a separate oceanfront bedroom with queen size bed, 37' flat screen TV and walk-in closet, plus a full bath and a laundry room with washer and dryer.
On the top floor, there are three additional bedrooms. The oceanfront master suite has a king size bed and flat screen TV/DVD and patio doors to the top balcony facing the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. It also has a large private master bath with double sinks, garden tub, separate glass enclosed shower and water closet, and an enormous walk-in closet. On the other side of the top floor, there is a spacious queen size oceanfront bedroom with TV and patio doors opening onto the top balcony, and a third bedroom with two sets of bunk beds. Also on the top floor is a second living area overlooking the main floor's great room with amazing two-story ocean views. The oceanfront deck below and the top floor balcony both feature fun and bright resin Adirondack style chairs and side tables for you to relax and take in the breathtaking oceanside experience. Our home also features a private walkway to the beach with a separate deck seating area even closer to the surf, plus an outside shower to clean off sand and get dressed, as well as an outdoor grilling and dining area. A large driveway in front of the home allows parking for 3-4 standard size vehicles.
Small family groups are encouraged. Our house is strictly a non-smoking and pet-free, animal-free home, due to serious medical allergies. We are not able to make any exceptions.
High-speed wireless internet access is included so you can stay connected to your life away from home. Routine departure cleaning service is included. We also provide resin chairs you can take on the beach and starter paper supplies and cleaning products, for your convenience. Finally, we try to keep rates down by allowing you to bring your own linens to our home, but if you prefer, linen rental is available at very affordable rates.
Kure Beach is a wonderful beach to spend your family vacation. The beach is clean and noncommercial. Located in an all-residential section of the island, our home is in a family-friendly community, and it's within close walking distance to the famous Kure Beach fishing pier. There are terrific restaurants at the pier to choose from and many other nice restaurants and attractions to see at nearby Fort Fisher (including the NC Aquarium and Fort Fisher Civil War sites) and Carolina Beach, each just a couple of miles away on the island. As we hope you can tell, we love our home and Kure Beach, and we hope you will enjoy them both as much as we do! Feel free to contact us with any questions.
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The maximum stay permitted is 7 days.
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Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Kure Beach
Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Crush & Grind - 5 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 5 min drive
El Cazador Carolina Beach - 5 min drive
Kate's Pancake House - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is JULY/AUG SALE!! OCEANFRONT GORGEOUS HOUSE! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at JULY/AUG SPECIALS! OCEANFRONT HOUSE BEAUTY! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!?
As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JULY/AUG SPECIALS! OCEANFRONT HOUSE BEAUTY! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS! on 22 August 2026 start from NZ$1,515, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at JULY/AUG SALE!! OCEANFRONT GORGEOUS HOUSE! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at JULY/AUG SALE!! OCEANFRONT GORGEOUS HOUSE! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!!?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at JULY/AUG SALE!! OCEANFRONT GORGEOUS HOUSE! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!!?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is JULY/AUG SALE!! OCEANFRONT GORGEOUS HOUSE! New Decks/Walkway,A+ Location/VIEWS!! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was beautiful, clean, and in a perfect location. We loved having 3 bedrooms with beach views, the convenient beach access, and the layout with the spacious kitchen tying in to the eating living areas.
The location cannot be beat. Being able to step out of the door and walk down to the beach was a real treat. The house is within a reasonable distance to so many great spots - Fort Fisher, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, the ferry at Fort Fisher (to visit Southport, a must do), Topsail Beach, and Wilmington. There's so much to see and do in the area.The house was well equipped with cooking and dining supplies. The beds were comfy and the views were incredible. The only drawback for us was having to supply our own linens - a bit of an undertaking with 7 people on our trip. It's the first time I've been asked to do so in years of renting through VRBO. I understand the purpose of trying to keep costs down, it's just a bit of a bummer. However, it wouldn't keep me from renting the house again and I'd still give the experience a 10.
Emma's Dream is in a great location with beautiful ocean views and easy beach access. Very spacious and perfect for our family of 5 adults and 2 children. We enjoyed the back deck with rocking chairs and a porch swing. Great vacation home!
We had a great time, lots of room, and beautiful views!
Linda O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
27 October 2014
Great vacation home
Our stay was tops. The house was immaculate, spacious and all around beautiful, and the abundant views of the ocean were heavenly. Thanks for providing a great vacation home.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
It’s a pleasure to have appreciative guests like you, so thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed our spacious home. We try very hard to make our home accommodating to our guests so you can relax and enjoy those views. Please come again soon!
What a wonderful place to stay! The pictures can’t capture how close you are to the beach and the home is lovely! Kure beach has a nice pier with 3 to 5 restaurants just four blocks away; then just a quick mile and a half north is Carolina Beach if you want a little bigger town.We appreciated the very large TV in the living room that was a smart TV that we could project our shows from our phones on a rainy day or evening. Nice bonus!One of the big highlights of this house are the multilevel decks that have good quality furniture and of course we had coffee and sat on the porch swing daily for coffee and cocktails. We really love to play games and enjoyed the table on the deck to view the beach while we played.The owner is very Customer Service oriented and very on top of all the details. That made it a very wonderful experience as we celebrated our 10th anniversary. The kitchen had everything that you need, but you way out or bring a coffee to go cup so she can walk down the beach in the morning. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable and we enjoyed stepping out onto the deck first thing in the morning to see the sun on the ocean.
Emma's Dream was a great getaway for my family. The house is well equipped with everything we needed and the location was great. The walk to the beach was so easy. Thanks for making our vacation so relaxing and enjoyable.
Nicole A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed our relaxing retreat and its convenience to the sights on the island and across the Intracoastal Waterway in the Port City, Nicole!
The house was so beautiful and so close to the beach. The owners were wonderful to work with!!
Steve B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thank you, Steve! We love the convenience to the beach, too, and hope you spend time with us this way again.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
22 July 2014
Great Beach House
We enjoyed this house and would be glad to stay again sometime. Home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Ocean views were amazing and the house had an excellent location near a lifeguard station with an easy walk to the fishing pier.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thank you for recommending our home! We are so glad you liked it and hope you will come again soon! You are valued guests.
Our stay at Emma’s Dream was nothing short of amazing. The accommodations, location, and overall experience were all top notch. We only wished we could stay longer. Our host was excellent in the coordination of our visit and was extremely responsive. The house had all the conveniences of home with a fully stocked kitchen allowing us to prepare meals and maximize our time on the beach. We highly recommend Emma’s Dream. From watching the sunrise over the ocean to listening to the breaking waves at the end of the day, you won’t be sorry!
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Emma's Dream and are grateful to have your wonderful family as our guests! Please stay in touch, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
The house was spacious and quite comfortable. We cooked all meals and the kitchen served us well. I especially enjoyed afternoons on the porch. It is a quiet area and the beach was never crowded.
Spacious, beautiful, well-arranged beachfront home. Loved the multi-level views, porch swing, private beach access, grill, and parking. Bathroom counter space, hairdryers, drawers a nice touch. Kitchen uncluttered but well stocked and table well suited to dining and games. Truly a beach home!
Excellent experience. Excellent location and home surpassed all expectations. Property owners easy to work with and very responsive to requests. Will definitely utilize again and highly recommend.
The location of this beachfront home on Kure Beach is perfection. A very easy walk along the beach to the pier for restaurants, ice cream and the arcade (which our nephew loved!). There is plenty of space for everyone and the private walkway to the beach is a lovely place to sit and enjoy the sun. The sunrises were AMAZING! Jenn is terrific to work with and super friendly.
Kimberly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thanks so much for your kind words, Kimberly! Loved having your family and look forward to hosting you when you vacation this way again.
This home is older with a Victorian feel, but with a typical beach charm at the same time. Great ocean views in almost every room. Enjoyed the immediate access to the beach. Having to bring your own linens for 7 people was a bit much, but better than the alternative of paying for expensive rented linens. Very good place for a beach vacation in quiet and beautiful Kure Beach.
Cindy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
1 September 2015
Wonderful
We had a wonderful visit to Kure Beach and a splendid stay at this house. We were looking for a great vacation spot for our family to enjoy the beach together, and we found it! We also enjoyed taking the kids to the aquarium and carnival when we weren't hanging out on the beach. The house was lovely and clean, and the owner was delightful to work with. This was our first vacation rental by owner experience and it was very positive.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Kure Beach is such a nice residential beach town with even more to offer than its beautiful beaches (as if that isn't enough!) Thanks very much for your kind words and for being fantastic guests! We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Enjoyed the beach. So close to the ocean. What i was looking for. Beauitful home. It was like being at home away from home. Peaceful. Didnt want to leave. Neither did the kids.
Chris R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at our beautiful beach house! Emma's Dream is truly a happy place for our family to enjoy the beach, unwind, and make precious memories together, and we're thrilled it was for your family as well. From its spectacular beachfront location and magnificent oceanfront decks and private beach access-- to its spacious interior with breathtaking ocean views and delightful coastal furnishings and decor--Emma's Dream has all the ingredients necessary for a vacation that's so fabulous you "[don't] want to leave"! We try hard to make Emma's Dream an inviting "home away from home" for all our guests--adults and kids alike. Thank you for your nice compliments, and we look forward to hosting you and your family again for another memorable vacation!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
John P.
8 September 2015
Wish we were still there!
We had a great time at Emmas Dream -we didn't want it to end. It's a great location on a quiet beach and a short walk to the peir and shops. Some days it felt like we had the beach all to ourselves. The house is very well kept, clean and its open floor plan gives you great views of the ocean from all over. We barely left the house/beach to go exploring. We made full use of the oceanfront deck each night. Overall a great vacation - Thank you!
John P.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thank you so much for your helpful comments, John. We're so glad you enjoyed our home and its peaceful atmosphere. It's such a pleasure to share our home with you and your wonderful family and we welcome you back to our home anytime!
One of the best parts of this home is the owner, Jennifer, who is wonderful to work with :) And her family's home, Emma's Dream, is just as great. It is wonderfully located with beautiful views of the ocean from every window. The only issue we had was with the older bathrooms that presented a few problems during our stay, such as the master bathtub not holding water. Otherwise, this is a great family vacation home with plenty of room for everyone and direct access to the beach.
Cassandra D. K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
We are happy you enjoyed our home, Cassandra! As for your issue with the bathroom, we would have fixed it for you immediately had you reported it during your stay. Once we knew to replace the leaky stopper from your report, we did so promptly. The bathrooms had new granite countertops when you stayed, and there are new soft-close shower doors and rain shower heads as well now. Furthermore, there are hardy new doors to the decks with even more glass for the ocean views now as well as new outdoor deck furniture. We hope you will enjoy the new amenities on your next trip to our home!
The stunning home has all the views with plenty of space. From the moment you walk into the front door, you’re enjoying the waves. Every child enjoyed their own bedroom while mom and dad had time to relax on the deck in the rocking chairs. We rented sheets and towels which were present when we arrived. Kure Beach is a quiet area without all the tourists, which we appreciated greatly!
Ashton S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thank you so much for your thoughtful 5-star review, Ashton! Our home was beautifully designed by the architect to take maximum advantage of the dreamy Atlantic Ocean views throughout the floor plan. We also enjoy the spaciousness of each room--perfect for everyone in the family to relax and spread out. The double oceanfront decks complete with swings, rocking chairs, dining tables, and more are superb to experience all the sights and sounds of the ocean and feel the sea breeze. And of course the calm residential setting and the direct proximity to the beach and all the attractions and conveniences nearby make our home a unique vacation destination. Thank you again for staying with us! We are grateful to have wonderful guests like you, and we hope you all will come back soon!
Our summer, family vacation at Emma's Dream was fantastic!! The property was ideal for 3 families with young children. Everyone was able to have their own space, when needed. The house was well laid out and in great condition. The new deck leading down to the beach made it easy to hit the surf early, retreat to the deck for some reading or board games when it got hot, then back to the beach in the evening.The location was ideal. We were able to see dolphins frolicking in surf and yet it was an easy walk to the boardwalk (for that evening ice cream). It was only a few minute to get up to Carolina Beach or down to Fort Fischer for non sand activities.All in all, it was a memorable stay and we are hoping to return in the near future.
This beach house was lovely and we really enjoyed our stay there. It was clean and very pleasant. Proximity to the beach was perfect. It was close to the pier, which was really nice.
We did feel we had to pack too much to have a relaxing week at the beach. Providing our own sheets, towels, and bath mats was a bit much. We felt the cost of renting sheets and towels was way too expensive as I purchased sheets for less than the cost of renting sheets for the week!
Over all, this was a great beach house.
Marcia T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thanks for your 5-star review, Marcia. We are so glad you enjoyed our wonderful home and very much appreciate your recommendation of it to others. Its location can't be beat, and we try hard to provide a beautiful oceanfront residence for our guests to enjoy. Thanks for your feedback on the third-party linen provider. We are always trying to help keep costs down for our guests, and to date, it's the most affordable provider we have found offering the convenience of clean high-quality linens delivered and picked up directly at the home. The third-party provider serves most of the beach houses on the island. To help our guests achieve savings, however, we give them the option of bringing their own if they choose not to rent. Thanks so much again for being our guests, and we hope you will come back soon to Emma's Dream!
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer & Ralph
Why they chose this property
This is our family vacation home which we love very much. It is a special place to make family memories, and we enjoy sharing it with you.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful oceanfront home in desirable Kure Beach. Superb location in the heart of Kure Beach with incredible oceanfront views!
This is a family-friendly beach that is close to many conveniences and attractions.
Our favorite attractions are the North Carolina Aquarium and the Civil War sites at Fort Fisher!
The beach is nice for shelling and finding fossilized shark's teeth.
You can take a quick walk (only 4 blocks) to the Kure Beach Pier, restaurants, Bud & Joe's, arcade and the Oceanfront Park which hosts wonderful free summer concerts.
Carolina Beach boardwalk is a short drive away. The amusement rides and carnival games are perfect entertainment for the whole family. So are the weekly fireworks shows at the boardwalk hosted throughout the season.
You can also enjoy free family movies at the lake as well as the Saturday Farmer's Market.
The car ferry to Southport is a fun day trip to Sourthport you may want to consider.
Finally, downtown Wilmington is a great place to visit. We also love the historic Battleship North Carolina!
As our guests, we'll send you an email before your stay that includes a guide of area activities and fun things to do for your family to enjoy during your visit.
Languages:
English
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