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Beach nearby
Pool
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11309 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach!

Bella Playa is one of the largest townhomes in Kure Beach with 3200 square feet, ocean views, and it's only a 3 minute walk to the beach! Halfway between Carolina Beach & the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is the quaint beach town of Kure Beach with the oldest pier on the Atlantic coast!


Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee, so no need to worry about extra charges!


Because of the staggered design, this home offers excellent privacy with fantastic views from the decks. The location of this home is in the perfect spot. Go from watching the waves on the top deck to being in them via a quick short walk!


*Bella Playa is the Sister property of Bella Mar (message us for the link)*


PROPERTY INFO
Location: 325 N 3rd Ave Unit B, Kure Beach, NC 28449 ; 3 blocks away from the Kure Beach Pier
Townhome: 5 BR / 4 BA / Sleeps 11 / 7 Beds / 1 Bunk Room / 3,327 sq ft.


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
- Owners Suite: King Size Bed with Private Full Bath
- 2nd Owners Suite : King Size Bed with Private Full Bath
- Third Bedroom: Queen Size Bed
- Fourth Bedroom: Bunk Bed with Full Size Bottom and Twin Size Top, Plus a convertible Futon sofa
- Den/Fifth Bedroom (Ground Floor): Queen sized sofa-bed
- All Linens and Bath Towels are Included with your Rental
-Top bunk is for kids only


PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
-This is a DOG FRIENDLY HOME: A non-refundable Pet fee of $250 will be added to your rental if you choose to bring your dog.
-Privacy with fantastic views from large decks
-ELEVATOR
-Gas grill
-many BEACH CHAIRS and beach toys!
-Carts to carry beach stuff (SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH)
-Parking: There are 3 maximum spots available for parking


Amenities:
-Keyless entry!
-Ping Pong table
-Corn Hole Set
-Washer/Dryer
-Regular Coffee Maker and Keurig
-Hair Dryers
-Internet & WIFI
-Iron and Board
-Outdoor Shower
-Towels
-Linens (beds are made upon arrival)
-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towel, detergents and hand soap is also provided
-AND MORE!
**We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use**


Beach Access: Public Beach Access 344 at North Atlantic Avenue - Easy 3 minute walk (less than 200 yards away)



POLICIES/RULES
*This is a non-smoking unit
**Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
*Maximum Occupancy: 11 Occupants: Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
* Must be 25 years old to reserve the home. Reservations made for teenagers or young single groups will not be honored without any accompanying adult staying in the unit at ALL times. We require at least one member of the party to be 25 (twenty-five) years of age.
* Manager and owner of rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at property.
* Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.
* No events or parties- If determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.
* If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission


***Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee***


PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES:
- Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Restaurants, and more
- Paddle Boarding and Biking with "Paddle NC" or "Pleasure Island Rentals"
- Kayaking/Canoeing with the "Adventure Kayak Company" or "Lighthouse WaterSports"
- Surfing - Go to Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni
- Jet Ski with "Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals"
- Marina/Boating - Boat Tours with “Endless Summer Day Tours” or “Sea Legs Pedal Pub”
- Hiking at Carolina Beach State Park
- 4 Wheel Drive-on Beaches at Fort Fisher and Freeman Park in CB
-Sunday nights there are FREE MOVIES playing at the lake (in the summer)
- Fireworks - Every Thursday night during the summer at the Carolina Beach boardwalk
- Music - FREE live music at the Carolina Beach boardwalk every Thursday night during the summer months (or seasonal concerts and events at local bars and restaurants)
- The Carolina Beach boardwalk - doesn’t just have live music and fireworks, there are also shops, arcades, festival rides, BRITT'S DONUTS, and more!
- NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Fort Fisher - Civil War - National Historic Landmark
- Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher!
-Ocean Front Park in Kure Beach
- Home of the Wilmington Sharks Baseball Team
-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Rentals!
-And More! We have a whole booklet and email we send out with recommendations on things to do and places to eat in the area!
Visit this site for more info and recommendations: http://www.pleasure

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,327 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bella Playa
8401

About the area

Map
Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach! located?

This family-friendly Kure Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Spacious Family-Friendly Townhome | Ocean Views, Elevator, Dog Friendly, 2 Blocks to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

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

Excellent house and location

We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Great dog friendly beach rental!

We enjoyed our stay at Bella Playa in Kure Beach. It was great to be able to bring our dog. My only feedback is that the bed upstairs was creaky, but we ultimately had a nice visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

This place is great.

This place is great..good location and walking distance to the pier
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10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Great place

We really enjoyed our time here. The house had everything we were looking for, close proximity to beach, elevator, multiple bedrooms ect. We had 5 adults, 4 kids and had plenty of room. The communication from ITrip was great every step along the way. They were timely in their responses and were very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Bella Playa Kure Beach

Second time staying at Bella Playa in Kure Beach because we had such a great time two years ago. The house is perfect for multiple families. It was clean and nicely decorated. House not directly on the beach but within walking distance. Planning to come back to Kure Beach and again will be staying at Bella Playa.

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Fabulous house

Clean, huge, close to the beach! Places for all the adults and kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Great Spot

Lovely home close to the beach. I wish we had done a little more research about not being able to bring dogs on the beach 9-5 in the summer, but we had a great visit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Great place for family vacation.

Very close walk to the beach! Multiple floors made sleeping arrangements good. Top floor for eating and entertaining. Good view of ocean from top deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elbie F.

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

Amazing!

Great amount of space for our large family. Newly remodeled house with a clean look. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eddie C.

Kure Beach Vacation - Bella Playa

Our Kure Beach family vacation at Bella Playa was awesome! The location (two minutes from the beach and boardwalk) was ideal and the size of the townhome was great! Also, the property was very clean inside upon arrival. I highly recommend this property. We plan on returning next year.

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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

Great place 2 blocks from the beach

Very nice house, well kept. Several remotes had dead batteries, could have used extra blankets, only thin comforter on each bed and no extras.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dustina M.

Great Stay

We enjoyed the view at the Kure Beach home at 325 N 3rd (Bella Playa) . It was very spacious clean and we could tell well maintained. They had plenty of kitchen appliances and utensils . It was very smart to put two sets of towels in the bathrooms , it made it easy to account for them. They had plenty of beach supplies and it was a very short walk to the beach. We walked to almost everywhere because house was centrally located. The rental company was very nice and on top of things and punctual.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W. T.

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

Well Done!

Nice property. Enjoyed our stay. Clean. Organized. Better than expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James O.

Spectacular Place to Vacation

This house absolutely surpassed my expectations. The location the the home was perfect. The house was immaculate when we arrived. From start to finish, communication was outstanding with no issues. We will most definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexie P., Wayne, PA

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

Perfect family beach trip

Our family had a fantastic time staying here! There was plenty of room for our multigenerational family to gather and socialize while also offering everyone privacy when needed. Perfect location super close to beach entrance. We would have loved if there was a privacy enclosure for the outdoor shower to be able to thoroughly rinse sand before entering the house but the setup with the clothes lines was convenient and useful. We would love to return next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

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

Great family getaway

First family vacation with the entire family. Loved the close walking distance to the beach. Having the pier close was great as well. Short drive to great food and shopping. While there we even took some senior pictures on the beach. Only downside was the pullout bed on the bottom floor was very thin and uncomfortable for sleeping so nobody used that. All in all we were extremely satisfied and look forward to returning to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Awesome Accommodations June 2022

Stayed at Bella Playa in Kure Beach and was pleasantly surprised with how clean and spacious it was. We were all impressed with the amount of furniture in the house. The kitchen was bright with five counter stools, dining table with six chairs and a bistro table to accommodate four. All bathrooms were spotless and bedrooms were spacious. Short walk to beach. Will be planning another vacation here for 2023. Thank you for making our vacation enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

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

Perfect Location

This rental is absolutely perfect! We had friends and our family with us and everyone enjoyed. It is an easy walk to the beach, but you still can see the ocean from the house. It was stocked with everything you need for a long weekend or a week. Centrally located to restaurants, beaches and fun activities for the whole family. The managing company went above and beyond to make sure I could get oxygen delivered at the time the company could deliver. I can't say enough wonderful things about this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Great place to stay!

My extended family of 9 stayed at Bella Playa very comfortably recently. There was lots of room for sleeping and hanging out. The house was decorated very cute and beachy, and was very clean upon our arrival. There's a ping-pong table in the garage that the kids loved playing with and the house is an easy walk to the public access entrance at the beach. We had an issue with the freezer while we were there and Itrip sent someone right out to check it and they even brought a bag of ice! The house has an elevator too, which was so helpful for my parents who were staying with us. Would definitely book with them again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

islanndia a., USA

Absolutely Beautiful!

The most beautiful home on the block! My family loved everything about this home. Not only will we stay again each year when we visit but we will tell everyone we know about the family business ITrip! We support family owned and we support this business! From 15 years of law enforcement to my service in the military I really value giving my family a better life and making it worth our time together! This not only added so much joy to my family but peace and tranquility! I felt so at home and it was absolutely beautiful!
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

A Special House

The first thing you notice once inside is the level of furnishings and decorations of this rental vs. anything we've experienced before in this price range. Many times when renting at the beach you get the sense that everything was used elsewhere in a previous life. This house feels like it was well thought through and decorated to appeal to guests that want to feel comfortable and at home. The next thing you notice is the size of the place. Again comparing to other rentals, this is a huge house and although it may have the same number of beds and bedrooms as others, there is just more room on every floor to spread out and not feel like you've loaded your 10lb family into a 5lb box! Next is the location as everything is walk-able, from the beach to downtown Kure. Not having to deal with paid parking is a huge positive and makes life so much easier. Overall the house and the grounds were clean and well maintained. The communication to and from Itrip was perfect. Literally 0 issues with a beach rental is almost unheard of, but our experience was about as perfect as it gets. Thanks Itrip!
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10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Great size and location

We were a group of college friends in town with husbands and children for one of our friends' wedding. The size of the house was perfect for our large group, everyone had their own space to retreat to yet the kitchen and living areas were spacious enough for all of us to gather. Our only complaints were little things that would help things function a little better - ie no indoor mats at the doors made it harder to not track in sand and water, not much hanging space inside for bathing suits and towels. Nothing that really impeded us from having a nice time or any faults with the house itself, just touches that would have been nice. The upstairs balcony was very nice for evenings after the kids went to bed for adults to have a cocktail and listen to the waves crash. Proximity to the beach was perfect and the availability of toys and chairs was very nice to have for those of us that flew and couldn't bring such items. We enjoyed evening walks to the pier and arcade as well. Overall, we all enjoyed our time and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

L P.

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

Loved the porches!

The house was as described in the listing. However, it's much better in person! We put the beach wagon & chairs to good use. We only used the elevator on check in & check out days. It was very handy! The stairs weren't that bad but with all the food and luggage it would've been no fun. The second floor Primary bedroom had a HUGE closet and shower. The King bed was also very comfortable! Bedding and linens were of good quality. I brought pillows, towels and blankets just in case but didn"t need them. The TV was an added bonus but I really didn't spend that much time in the room to use it. The room with the bunk beds and futon were enjoyed by the kids. The porch on the 2nd floor was nice with the rocking chairs to sit on when it was raining. Very quiet street, lots of houses around and still quiet. The laundry machine was helpful to wash beach towels and I went home with clean laundry which was a plus. The top floor is where we spent the most time. It felt very comfortable, like home. The Primary bedroom and bathroom had no complaints. I didn't sleep in there or go in there so I can't write a fair review. That bathroom is the only one on that floor. I would always go downstairs to mine but it is good to know for planning. The kitchen is huge! We made spaghetti and tacos during our stay. There is ample seating at a formal dining table, a high bistro table (with a nice view of the ocean) and at the kitchen counter (on high stools.) The couches are so comfortable with lots of pillows. Side tables and coffee tables made for easy snack and drink spots while relaxing on the couch. The top floor porch was my favorite. I liked the high chairs to sit and listen to the ocean. I also appreciated the ceiling fans! You will surely enjoy this location as we did!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Excellent

This is an excellent place to stay in Kure Beach. It is very clean, spacious, well-appointed with all basic amenities and the communication from the owner is spot on! The layout with bedrooms on multiple floors is perfect for large families who need their own space while also having a large area for being together. You can see the ocean from the 3rd floor where the kitchen and living area are which is a plus for those who want a water view. The elevator is a great enhancement for those who have issues with steps or just for convenience with loading and unloading. This location is also close to the pier and an access to the beach. Dog-friendly is another perk to this property if you are traveling with your fur baby and, as mentioned above, cleanliness is not an issue here as it is with some pet-accepting rentals...it is clean and well-maintained. We rented a golf car during our stay and I would definitely recommend that as it makes traveling to nearby points of interest quick and easy. I can highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Great location!

We greatly enjoyed our time at Bella Playa! There was ample space for family time and the proximity to the beach was great. It was such an easy walk. We had a slight issue with the elevator and we received a very quick response which resolved the issue and that was greatly appreciated. The house was very clean when we arrived and there was also adequate supplies.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024