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4 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Kure Beach, North Carolina

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Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach

Type Private vacation home
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
House Rules
  • Pets allowed
  • Children allowed: ages 0-17
  • Smoking is not permitted
  • No events allowed
Max Occupancy 10
Host Language English
Property Id 2890283
If you’re looking for a laid-back beach house where everyone (including your dog) can actually relax, this is it.

Happy Honu is designed for easy, comfortable coastal living — with a fenced yard, screened porch, bikes, and everything you need for stress-free beach days.

This is the kind of place families come back to year after year.

⭐ Why Guests Love Happy Honu
- Fully fenced backyard — perfect for dogs + kids
- Screened-in porch + shaded deck (favorite hangout spot)
- Beach bikes + wagon + gear included
- 4BR / 3BA layout — sleeps up to 10
- Open-concept living for group time
- Outdoor shower for easy beach cleanup
- Short walk to beach, pier & restaurants
- Built for Real Beach Living

⭐ Open living area with plenty of seating
- Space for games, movies, and downtime
- Easy flow between kitchen, dining, and living

⭐ Kitchen & Dining
- Fully stocked kitchen (actually usable, not just basic)
- Granite countertops + upgraded finishes
- Island seating + dining table

⭐ Sleeping Setup
- Primary Bedroom: King bed
- Second Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Third Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Fourth Bedroom (downstairs) 2 bunk beds

⭐ Ideal for:
- families
- multiple couples
- mixed-age groups

⭐ Outdoor Living
- Screened-in porch for morning coffee + evening drinks
- Shaded deck built into a live oak tree (super unique vibe)
- Fenced backyard = zero stress for dogs
- Outdoor shower

⭐ Beach Access & Location
- Easy walk to the beach (no hassle parking)
- Close to Kure Beach Pier
- Near restaurants + local spots
- Quiet street with minimal traffic

⭐ Dog-Friendly Perks
- Fully fenced yard
- Easy outdoor access
- Beach walk-friendly location

⭐ Important Info
- Sleeps 10
- Dog-friendly ($225 fee)
- Parking for 4 vehicles
- Linens included
- Must be 25+ to book

Note: The Town of Kure Beach only allows leashed dogs on the beach from October 1 - March 31. Dogs are NOT allowed on the beach from 9AM to 5PM from April 1 - September 30.
Located in Kure Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach, while North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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    Policy

    Pet policy

    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

    Check out time

    • 10:00 AM

    Check in policy

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

    Payment policy

    • Localcurrency: USD

    Check out policy

    • Check-out before 10:00 am

    Check in start time

    • 4:00 PM

    Check in instructions

    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Special instructions

    • 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
    • Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • 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

    Children and extra bed policy

      • Children are welcome.
    Amenities

    Popular amenities

    • Ac
    • Barbecue
    • Dryer
    • Free parking
    • Heater
    • Internet
    • Kitchen
    • Laundry
    • Living area
    • Microwave
    • No smoking
    • Outdoor grill
    • Outdoor space
    • Patio
    • Toys
    • Tv
    • Washer

    Property amenities

    • Pets:
      • Pet friendly
    • Dining:
      • Dining table
    • Safety:
      • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
      • Deadbolt lock
      • Fire extinguisher
      • First aid kit
      • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Bedroom:
      • 4 bedrooms
      • Bed sheets provided
    • General:
      • Unit size: 1760 sq ft (164 sq m)
    • Kitchen:
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Cookware/dishes/utensils
      • Dishwasher
      • Kitchen island
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Refrigerator
      • Stovetop
      • Toaster
    • Laundry:
      • Laundry facilities
      • Near laundromat
      • Washing machine and dryer
    • Parking:
      • Onsite parking
      • Onsite parking options include a garage
    • Internet:
      • Free WiFi
    • Outdoors:
      • Charcoal grill
      • Fenced yard
      • Garden
      • Patio
    • Bathrooms:
      • 3 bathrooms
      • Bathtub or shower
      • Hair dryer
    • Langs Spoken:
      • English
    • Things To Do:
      • Basketball nearby
      • Bicycle on site
      • Birdwatching nearby
      • Cycling nearby
      • Fishing nearby
      • Golf nearby
      • Hiking nearby
      • Hiking/biking trails nearby
      • Jet skiing nearby
      • Surfing/body boarding nearby
    • Entertainment:
      • Books
      • Games
      • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
    • Living Spaces:
      • Living room
    • Climate Control:
      • Air conditioning
      • Heating
    • Location Highlights:
      • Near a hospital
      • Near a zoo
      • Near the sea
    • Services And Conveniences:
      • Iron/ironing board
    • Suitability/accessibility:
      • Hardwood flooring in public areas
      • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
      • Smoke-free property
 

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