Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Carolina Beach
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•5 beds
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Explore the area
Kure Beach, NC
Carolina Beach
Place, Carolina Beach
3 min walk
Kure Beach
Place, Kure Beach
7 min walk
Kure Beach Pier
Place, Kure Beach Pier
2 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Guest Bunk Beds
2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Guest Queen
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Half bath
Toilet
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard
Welcome to your new favorite vacation home, The Salty Dog ReTreat at Kure Beach, NC! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath, dog friendly home sleeps 8 people comfortably in a quiet cul-de-sac less than 2 blocks away from the beach with private beach parking and access. Enjoy the covered decks on 2 levels and fastest WiFi for those working from home or e-learning with kids. Relax in the fenced-in back yard with a hot tub pavilion equipped with an outdoor bar, gas grill, and outdoor shower.
When you arrive at the Salty Dog Retreat, you'll have plenty of parking with access to 2 garages and 2 driveways (enough space for 4 vehicles). Inside the garage, you'll find a ping pong table and beach chairs. If you don't want to walk the 2 blocks to the beach, you'll have free parking and private access to the beach and bathroom onsite.
The first level will bring you to the 3 bedrooms, each with Roku TVs, Sealy Posturepedic mattresses and fresh linens (sheets, blankets, and bath towels), available to you at no additional charge. The master bedroom has a king bed with a private bathroom and access to the deck. The second bedroom has a queen bed and access to a balcony that overlooks the backyard. The third bedroom has bunk beds (full over full) that can sleep 4 people, with access to a second balcony.
The top floor of the home boasts an open floor plan living area for fun, family gatherings. Everyone can enjoy the Roku TV, gas fire place, books to read on one of the covered decks to to take to the beach, board games and a variety of DVDs. WiFi is available to use the Smart TVs to stream popular apps. (Guests must provide their own login information. Cable television is not available.) Enjoy a chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, and nearly every cooking tool you’ll need. We offer both a drip coffee pot and Kuerig coffee maker, but coffee is not provided.
Up to 2 dogs are welcome (no dog fees!). Breed restrictions apply. Between April 1st and September 30th, the Town of Kure Beach does not allow dogs on the beach; however, Carolina Beach allows leashed dogs before 9am and after 5pm. You're able to take dogs on the beach at any time to Freeman Park and Fort Fisher State Recreation area.
Hot tub is professionally cleaned, sanitized and balanced after each guest.
Check-in is after 4:00PM and check-out is before 10:00AM. To ensure the safety of our guests and due to enhanced cleaning protocols, we are unable to accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs at this time.
We provide enough dish soap and paper goods to get your vacation started, but the guests will be responsible for any additional dish soap, paper towels, and/or toilet paper.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Kure Beach
Kure Beach is home to this vacation home. Ocean Front Park and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Brunswick Town Historic District. Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar for a night out or Carolina Beach Boardwalk if you're traveling with kids. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Is 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard?
As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard on Oct 18, 2026 start from $379, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 Blocks from Beach, Dog Friendly w/ no dog fees!, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard located?
This family-friendly Kure Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Kathleen M. Huff
I am a long time restaurant manager that loves nothing more than to eat and travel! I have traveled to over 30 countries and have stayed in pretty much every type of accommodation you can imagine. My absolute passion is hospitality. I love an exceptional dining/traveling experience and I hope that I can provide you and yours with a memorable stay. I always welcome feedback and make it my goal to add value to our properties as often as possible. Cheers!
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