After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access

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A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase leading to the second floor, and a garage.
A living room with a dark blue sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with a TV and a dining table with chairs.
A covered porch with white Adirondack chairs, a wicker table, and a teal crab wall decoration.
A living room with a fireplace, television, and comfortable seating.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Carolina Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1- Floor 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- Floor 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Floor 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5-Floor 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 2

Bathroom 2 - Floor 1

Bathroom 3 - Floor 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Ocean Front Park and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing. Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar for a night out or Carolina Beach Boardwalk if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kure Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Joe Eakes Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is After Dune Delight | Pet-friendly + Pool + Beach Access located?

This family-friendly Kure Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Ocean Front Park and Joe Eakes Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with tons of space. We had 6 adults and 3 kids and never felt like we were on top of each other! The neighborhood is gorgeous and the pool is clean. Super quick walk to the beach, too! The kitchen is very well stocked with tons of dishware, flatware, and kitchen gadgets. There are two refrigerators, which was great. The garage is fully stocked, too, with anything you'd need for the beach! We would definitely stay there again, but have a few complaints: the bed linens were AWFUL - super scratchy. The water dispenser on the fridge doesn't work. Near the end of our stay there were a ton of cockroaches. Also the bottom floor's carpets were stained. Honestly though - it's an awesome house and I definitely recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for the kind words about the home, space, location, and amenities. We’re sorry to hear the bed linens were uncomfortable and will look into that. We also regret the issue with the fridge water dispenser and will review it. The report of cockroaches is concerning, and we will look into pest control and prevention. We will also look into the stained carpet on the bottom floor to ensure it’s properly addressed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach rental for families and pups!

Seawatch is a beautiful neighborhood and a quick walk to the beach. House has everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
Thank you for the kind words about Seawatch and "After Dune Delight". We're delighted to hear that you had a great stay and found everything you needed. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and your positive feedback is much appreciated. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Layout and size of house was wonderful for our family. The neighborhood was very nice and across the street from the beach with its own beach access. Loved the pool area which seemed to be recently updated. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that the layout and size of the house were perfect for your family, and that you enjoyed the beautiful neighborhood and proximity to the beach. We're also glad to know that the updated pool area was a hit. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we would be thrilled to have you stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

We stayed 3 nights and would definitely return! This house had plenty of space for our family of 7. The house was clean, clean, clean, and had everything we needed. It was a short walk to the pool and the beach was definitely walkable. I cannot say enough about the management at Carolina Retreats. They were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stocked

This property was perfect - the house was stocked to accommodate all our needs with child accessories like high chairs pack n play, a kitchen with everything you would need (pots, pans, dishes, serving plates, dish towels, etc) - we cooked most nights - as well as beach toys supplies and extra wagons to take items to the pool or beach. The pool and tennis courts were so close, and the.peivate beach access gave us great space to enjoy the water and let our little kids roam a bit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that your family had such a fantastic stay and were able to take advantage of all the amenities the property had to offer. It's always our goal to ensure our guests feel right at home and have everything they need for a truly enjoyable vacation. We're so glad we could provide that for you and your little ones. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of paradise

We enjoyed the Memorial Day weekend in this lovely home in Kure Beach. The house is nestled in a beautiful neighborhood and a short walk to the beach. Unfortunately the pool was closed due to Covid-19, but the private beach access was perfect. The pictures do not do the property justice (especially the master suite which has been renovated). It was wonderful to bring our dog and the home had everything we needed. The neighbors are also friendly and all of the homes and yards are well maintained. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a larger home a few blocks from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family week at the beach

Good house for 9 adults and 2 kids to spend week at the beach. Disappoint that community pool wasn’t open until half way through our stay. Lots of kitchen equipment for us to cook most of our meals but could use sharper knives and replacement of scraped up non stick pans. Beach an easy stroll away but promised bathhouse not open for season even in May. Lovely neighborhood. Outside furniture hadn’t been cleaned in ages.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback on the amenities and condition of the house. We will address the issues you mentioned, such as the kitchen equipment, outdoor furniture, and the status of the community pool and bathhouse. Your input helps us improve the overall experience for future guests. We're glad you enjoyed the lovely neighborhood and the easy access to the beach. We hope you had an enjoyable stay despite the minor inconveniences.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
I was not satisfied with this rental. The home had a pest control issue which was alarming as we were traveling with children. I did send pictures to the agent who informed me they would address the issues however this did not help our vacation. In addition the cleaners left all of the prior guests dog poop bags out in front of the garage. The flys and smell were horrible. Again, I sent pictures and the agent offered to have someone come throw it away. Most disappointing was the garage area which was a game room area with a ping pong table. Directly in front of the game table was a large door propped up with no attachments to secure the door. This was most definitely a safety concern as the door fell and I was able to get my grandchild out of the way with only my own foot being hit by the door. Again, I sent pictures and the agent stated they would get it addressed. After reporting all of this in pictures and communication- no refund or any type of compensation for all of the disappointment and even an injury was offered. I feel that seeing the bugs, dog poop and door issue was evidence of a summary of our vacation… to say the least, the neighborhood was clean and the community pool was clean. Aside from the one staff I talked to Emily, I am highly disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not very clean

We loved the house however it needs some TLC inside and out. The outside decks were very dirty and many insects especially spiders and cobwebs. We also had to remove a wasp nest from the front porch. The wood decking and railing on the porch was very dirty and dusty. Our grand daughter would end up with very dirty pjs from crawling on the deck while we were sitting outside. The backyard porch was beyond clean and we never used it because of that. The kitchen lacked any type of storage containers for leftovers. The master bedroom shower heads do not work properly. But we managed to still have a nice family vaca!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay. We appreciate your honest assessment and understand that there are areas that need some additional attention to detail. We're glad to hear that you and your family were still able to enjoy your vacation despite the minor issues. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magic in Kure Beach

We could not have been more pleased with our stay in Kure Beach! This home is a wonderful size and decorated perfectly. The openness of the kitchen and dining quarters is ideal for large families. We hosted our families whom we see 1-3x a year and this location could not have proven to be more ideal. More importantly, the amenities available within the home and resources for the beach were just fantastic! The opportunity to play table tennis, grill, rides bikes throughout the neighborhood and sit on the beautiful deck are just some of the options we took advantage of. If you have kids and enjoy a pool as much as a beach, this community is for you. You even have access to a playground and tennis courts! The pristine condition of the homes and grounds really add a element of beauty. A 5 minute walk to beach tranquility! The community members were beyond sweet and made the visit so enjoyable. Very grateful for the memories that we created that will live on forever! Kure Beach will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house great neighborhood

Love this community perfect for family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway

Beautiful home that provided everything you could possibly need to feel like your in your home away from home, and in a great location. Our first ever family vacay was perfect. Thank you Carolina Retreats
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house, but cleaning could be improved.

Reservation & checkout processes were easy. Property management was friendly & responsive. House is beautiful. Housekeeping could be improved though. We found a lot of pet hair on pillows, bed covers, coaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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