See all properties
Entire home

Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!

Photo gallery for Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!

Relax in the backyard patio area with a round table and four comfortable chairs.
Property video
Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and expansive views of the ocean from the beach.
Walk along the beachside boardwalk, flanked by palm trees and a wooden fence.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and ample workspace.

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,137
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

About this property

Entire place

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

Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!

This 1950's beach bungalow has been carefully restored to it's original glory. It's so close to the ocean that you can hear, smell and taste it. It's location to the Boardwalk and Beach is only steps away. Relax on the two spacious screened in porches. Enjoy the outdoor shower and spacious 6 ft tall fenced in backyard with firepit. The cozy open floor plan is spacious for cooking and gathering in one large room. What we love about this place is the charm and proximity to the beach, allowing families to create lasting memories. Kure Beach is a unique little beach town, with a Boardwalk featuring famous restaurants, an Arcade, Coffee Shop, Diner, Bar, Farmer's Market, Music Pavilion and more. Fish right off the famous Pier and enjoy the family style beach life. The surrounding towns of Carolina Beach and Ft. Fisher are just a bike ride or golf cart ride away, and they offer an Aquarium, Historical Museum, Cape Fear River, Boardwalk, and so much more!

Property manager

Erin Maher

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Similar properties

Beach nearby

Historic Carolina Beach Cottage Across from Oceanfront & Screened Porch

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 75 reviews
The price is AU$1,112
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Historic Carolina Beach Cottage Across from Oceanfront & Screened Porch

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Fenced in backyard

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Front Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kure Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!?

As of 31 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie! on 17 Aug 2025 start from AU$1,137.47, 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.

What time is check-in at Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 10 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Quaint Cottage in Downtown Kure Beach – Home of Merv, Star of Upcoming Movie! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Traci T.

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

Great vacation

We really enjoyed our stay . The house was in a great location and we were easily able to walk to the beach and local shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Great Location

We had a great trip down to Kure Beach! The house is very small, but the location is awesome. And having the fenced yard was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan E.

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

Our stay

We loved the house and the close beach access! Will definitely be back in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Greensboro, NC

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

Highly recommend

The absolute perfect getaway for the weekend!!! The back yard was amazing!!! Very convenient to beach, downtown and the area!!! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sandra R.

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

Cute House!

Couple with small dog enjoyed our stay! You could hear the waves and being off season was very quiet. Enjoyed sitting on front porch people watching. Easy walk to beach and restaurants. Ate an amazing meal at Freddie’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Guys Weekend Get-a-way

Beach House was perfect - location, accommodations, you name it! Erin was quick to respond, friendly and hospitable. I would certainly recommend and stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bria B.

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

Family beach trip

This experience was amazing. My family and I had an amazing time. Short walk to the beach. Outdoor shower was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Great stay

My husband and I had a very nice stay at this cottage this past week. We loved the close proximity to the beach, as well as the fully fenced-in back yard, which worked well for our 2 senior dogs. We also really enjoyed the fire pit, and we used it several times during our stay. The owners were incredibly nice and very prompt to answer any questions that we had during the stay. We would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

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

Cutest Pink Beach House

Perfect location for a family with kids, short walk to the beach, stores, and restaurants. Plenty of room to park and the outdoor shower is a game changer!! Lots of space in the backyard for the pup. The screened porches allowed us to be outdoors most of the time without BUGS! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

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

Perfectly placed

Fabulous setting 1 block from the beach. Beach friendly for your dogs. Erin is awesome. Fenced in yard and fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M., Chapel Hill, NC

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

Perfect Kure Beach house

We had an excellent stay at Erin’s home! The location is ideal - just a block from the beach and a short 4 minute walk to the Kure Beach pier. We brought our dogs to the beach and Erin’s place is perfect for traveling with dogs - great outdoor yard, puppy-proofed interior. The home is comfortable and has all the essentials you’ll need for a beach trip. We would love to stay here in the future and highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Lori B.

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

Lovely little place

I really enjoyed this property but I took my 82 year old mother. The rocks out front and shower really presented problems for her. This is a wonderful place for families but if you have someone confined to a wheelchair it is a challenge. Erin is very helpful and this property has everything a family or just friends needs. Thank you Erin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Robert J.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

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

Birthday Oasis

Such a cute little property with plenty of outdoor space for friends and pup!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R., Mt. Ulla NC

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

Weekend get away

The house was neat and clean and the yard was clean . The fig bush was a added bonus!!! The location to beach access is wonderful and the neighborhood is nice and quiet. The house is well stocked and the screened in front porch is wonderful. Fenced in back yard was great for our dog . Will keep it in our favorites
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

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

Backyard made it perfect

Our anniversary is the end of October so if we choose a beach getaway a pool really isn't up there on the priority list. But a nice yard for our pup and a firepit is exactly what we like to see. The fact that you can see the ocean from the parking area is a huge plus also. We spent the cool nights around the campfire and the 70 degree days walking all around the beach and carolina beach state park (highly recommend). Ate our anniversary dinner at Stoked which was awesome with a nice view! Location was great, backyard great, if it were a little warmer I'd have used the outdoor shower every day!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Marissa C.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Our stay

The accommodations were good and it is close to the beach. The neighbors were a bit loud and didn’t seem too cleanly. We had to leave early and did attempt to cancel originally. Request was denied so we paid for a week we didn’t get.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott h.

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

UNCW move-in weekend

Needed a place for us to stay during the move in weekend for our son at UNCW where we could bring our dog. Excellent back yard fenced in for dogs. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priya J.

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

Great location

This house was only a couple mins away from the beach- awesome location ! Loved that is was dog friendly ! Huge fenced in backyard. Indoor shower was tiny but outdoor shower made up for it. When we arrived the trash cans outside were full and smelly - had to move farther away from the main door . Overall great stay though - loved all the ceiling fans in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Wonderful cottage near the beach.

We really enjoyed our time here. Everything was clean and welcoming the owner was very helpful and personable. I you have pets, this is a great place to stay. It has a fully fenced, large backyard our dog loved. Very short walk to the beach. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Cute Cottage and Fantastic Location

We really enjoyed our stay here. It had everything we needed for a weekend getaway, and the location was perfect. It was an easy walk to the beach as well as several restaurants and a coffee shop. The house is cozy, and it’s the perfect size for a small friend group. The ceiling fans are particularly cool, and we loved using the outdoor shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

michelle P.

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

Kure beach

We had a good time. The beach was very close to the house. However when we arrived until the time we left there were 1000's of flies due to a fruit tree in the backyard right next to the patio so sitting outback was unpleasant. We did take our dogs with us and when I first got there I checked the perimeter of the fenced in yard to make sure no gaps where dogs could get out and it was perfect and 6ft tall. There were a few piles of dog poop in the yard upon arrival however me being a dog person No big deal. When I checked out the host messaged me within the hour to let me know that she was making a claim due to leaving some dog poop in the back yard and a dog poop smear on the couch cover and it smelling like dog poop and beer in the house. And states she will have to use a diffuser to get the smell out. I may have overlooked a pile or two unintentionally. The couch cover was the kind that is very easy to remove and wash. So I am unsure why that would be a big deal, but again if i would have seen it, I would have cleaned it up. Also, no-one in our group drank any beer in the house at all. We sat at the benches outside for the one night around the firepit and that is where we drank. So again I am unsure how the house would smell like beer. I did leave the remaining of the 12 pk in the fridge. I guess I assumed that the 200 cleaning fee would be to clean and wash the sheets and couch cover. Which mind you I did have one of my sheets over the couch cover. I did pay extra for the protection plan when booking with vrbo. So I am hopeful that a diffuser and the washing of bedding/ couch cover being washed will be covered, as I truly do not think that we caused any damage to the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S., Durham, NC

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

great little beach cottage

My husband and 2 young boys enjoyed our stay at this comfy beach cottage. Erin was a text away and we were able to check in early, which was really nice. The big fenced backyard was perfect for the kids and our dog. The grill and firepit was stocked, which was an unexpected perk! Other perks included a beach canopy and wagon (don't bother with umbrellas on windy days!), well-stocked kitchen and basic spices, screened porches, and the proximity to restaurants and the beach. The space is perfect for a group of 4-5 inside due to the small shared space and single bathroom, but it suited us well. The beach is not dog-friendly during summer months, but Freeman Park beach is a short drive and welcomes dogs. We look forward to staying at Erin's cottage again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Leslie L.

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

great location for Kure Beach weekend

cute house, well maintained and equipped. We needed the 3 bedrooms but for 6 adult family members, 1 bathroom was not ideal. Outdoor shower was great upon returning from the beach and helped with the bathroom crowd. Somewhat small eating areas for 6 adults unless the weather was good and then the back yard was great. lovely firepit and area to hang out in the back yard
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jake M.

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

Paparasea

We really enjoyed out stay! It was nice to get away to a qauint little house. Loved the fenced in backyard and outdoor shower. Wish there was a washing machine and dryer, but we managed just fine! Will look at staying again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022