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"SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach!

Holiday home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Carolina Beach

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Front Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

"SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach!

NO FEES! (new 2025!) This CLEAN and comfortable duplex has 1 bedroom & 1 bath with ample separate parking for 2 vehicles. This space is suited for 2 people, but it could accommodate a 3rd person or a child on the futon. Linens provided at no charge. There is a large backyard with a picnic table, umbrella, and charcoal grill for your use. The other side of the duplex shares this backyard space.

We have an assortment of beach essentials that varies, and you are welcome to use the items. The beach is only a short 1 block walk away!

This is a simple, clean vacation rental that has everything you need for a relaxing vacation very close to the beach. SALTY CABANA is the right side of a 1 level beach style duplex. There is plenty of private free parking for 2 vehicles right in front of the house.

Step outside to a large, shared backyard—a great spot to relax, though it’s not fenced in. (No neighbors behind the house, just an empty lot.) Take a short 5-block stroll to the Kure Beach Pier, local restaurants, and shops.

Inside is an open area floorplan with the living room and kitchen for hanging out. There is a small area to sit and eat.

The full bathroom has a large and clean tiled shower, and towels are provided.

The bedroom features a comfortable & clean Queen bed with a TV and dresser.

If you have an extra guest or child, the futon in the living room folds flat to make a sleeping area. Please note this is a pleather futon and is very firm. We have sheets for this sleeping area as well.

Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials to cook a delicious meal. After a day in the sun, rinse off in the private outdoor hot shower or unwind in the spacious indoor shower.

Best of all, your furry friends are welcome with no extra fees! Please crate your dog when you are not inside.

Book your stay now and enjoy the perfect beach escape!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Even furry friends want to go to the beach!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tropical - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at "SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "SALTY CABANA" - 1 block to the beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

callie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay. Super clean and super close to the beach. We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place for a weekend. Great amenities for us and our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here. Nice little bungalow in a great location. Easy walk to the beach or the few restaurants in Kure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cres R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a delightful place! It was a great place to stay with my pup! It's a short walk to the beach and has plenty of yard space for your pup. It was easy to get in touch with the hosts and an easy check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved Salty Cabana!!! It was so comfortable and felt like a home away from home. The check in process was simple and our host was very fast to respond to questions. The property was very clean and had everything we needed. The location was wonderful with a short walk to the beach, pier, arcade, and restaurants. We will definitely be rebooking!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My only complaint was the bedroom air conditioner light was sooooo bright. Maybe it’s just us, but we like it very dark when we sleep. We “fixed” the issue by taping a piece of dark paper over the light. More ice trays would be good to have. Other than that, we had a great time and would recommend it to others for short stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Family weekend

House was perfect for our family and walking distance to beach, boardwalk and lots of good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

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

Kure

Easy check in. Location is great. Very clean. Very small but all we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Chill Vibes, Close to the Beach, and Dog-Approved

This cozy “cabana” was the perfect escape for me and my dog, Cocoa (queen of sand and side-eye). It’s only about 100 yards from the sand—close, but far enough that you’re not crunching sand in your bed like it’s a seasoning.Inside was spotless, comfy, and had actual closet and cabinet space. I unpacked. Fully. No laundry goblin piles on a chair. I felt like I had my life together. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything I needed to pretend I was going to cook more than once. (I did not. But I could have.)The indoor shower is definitely on the fun-sized side—sneeze too hard and you might concuss yourself—but it’s beautifully tiled and feels like a tiny spa for people who bathe with their elbows tucked in. The outdoor shower was the real MVP. Great for de-sanding after beach adventures, and Cocoa enjoyed watching me from a safe, dry distance with mild disdain.Let me say this loud for the people in the back: blazing fast. Not “it works if you stand near the router” fast. I’m talking full-bars, Netflix-binging, Zoom-call-ready fast. No buffering, no rage. Rare. Beautiful. A beach miracle.The neighborhood was peaceful and quiet—no mysterious thumping from next door. Just sleepy streets. And shoutout to the host for not leaving me a dissertation of checkout rules. Just take out your trash and do your dishes. Simply revolutionary.Bonus win: beach chairs in the shed! Because nothing says “I’ve got my stuff together” like sitting comfortably at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NANCY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GOOD LOCATION TO THE BEACH ENHANCE WITH THE AVAILABLE BEACHCART TO CARRY CHAIRS TO THE BEACH, A COMFORTABLE PLACE TO STAY CLOSE TO RESTURANTS AND PIER.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica T.

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

Great walking area

We enjoyed our stay. It was so nice to walk to the beach, food & the pier! The cabana is definitely older, but also clean & cool. The hot water was great!! Having the outside shower was plus with 4 people. Only thing I wished for was a covered porch/patio area. Otherwise, it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

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

Comfy cozy

Nice place for a quick getaway. Great neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Quick responses from our hosts. Easy check-in and -out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute little spot, excellent location, great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

olivia s.

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

Loved it!

We had a great time staying at the salty cabana. It was super clean and the location was great! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute apartment with easy access & parking. Full kitchen. Nice, artful use of space in the bathroom, looks newly updated. Comfy bed. Nice neighborhood for walking. Short jaunt to the beach. Local seafood shop & restaurants. Short drive to Carolina Beach State Park & Good Hops Brewery - two of our favorite places to visit when we are in the area. Nice weekend getaway. No big issues. Wished an outdoor grill had been available to grill our fresh NC fish, minor detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

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

Fabulous

It was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner G.

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

Great!

For the price you couldn’t beat the value!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Amazing Hosts

To start, the hosts are extremely kind! The are very very accommodating and just all around excellent. The home is extremely clean. It was a true pleasure to stay at the Salty Cabana. Definitely consider this property. We were able to sleep a family of four with no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diala J.

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

Great stay

Overall great experience. My only complaint is the house smelled like cigarettes, but you got used to it. The bed was comfy and the outdoor shower was lovely. Had everything you needed and close to restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamey E.

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

Cute home, great location!

This location alone really makes it worth the stay. Located on the south end of Kure Beach its a little quieter. Only took about three minutes to walk to the beach, a few minutes more to restaurants near by. The place was a quiet, cute little one bedroom. Everything you need for your stay! Would definitely come back and stay here again. Outdoor shower is a big plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute Place, a Little Warm

The property manager is fantastic! She was very helpful and there for anything we needed. The house was cute and VERY clean. The bad news? There's only AC in the bedroom. Not so bad in May, but not so fun in August!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnne S., Higginsville, MO USA

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

Cozy Beach Cottage

We loved our stay and we’re blown away by the friendliness and hospitality of Terra! She was so accommodating to help our trip go well! The cottage is clean and well-stocked, including beach items! Would definitely recommend and look forward to a return some day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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

Salty Cabana

Perfect location 3-4 minute walk to beach. Close to pier and restaurants but nice and quiet. Dog friendly was a plus. Hosts were responsive and provided a short video before we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla L., United States

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

Perfect little getaway!!

We had the best stay at the salty cabana!! It was perfect for me, my husband, and our pup! It was in a great location. We were within walking distance of multiple restaurants, super close to everything in Carolina Beach, plus a super short walk to the beach access! Already can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Terra Luopa

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Terra and Lisa - we own this vacation rental with our families and we live in Carolina Beach nearby. We love hosting guests and sharing this slice of heaven we have at the beach!

Why they chose this property

Close to the beach and pet friendly.

What makes this property unique

We have a butterfly wall out back for a photo op! Picnic table, fire pit, and grill out back for your use.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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