Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access!
Our Zen House is a relaxing pet-friendly home, fully equipped for the whole family to enjoy! Located just an easy five-minute walk away from the ocean, your stay will include a key granting you private access to the neighborhood beach. All the beach essentials are available for your use, including six beach chairs, a beach shade, coolers, and a beach wagon. An outdoor shower is located underneath the stairs to cool off after a long day in the sun.
There are three bedrooms, one with a reclining split king with independent head and foot elevation, and two bedrooms with a single queen bed. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, as well as high quality linens and pillows, plus a ceiling fan and white noise machines to guarantee a good night’s rest. The kitchen is fully equipped, with a large island for easy cooking and serving. There’s also an outdoor Blackstone griddle available to help you cook for a crowd. The kitchen island seats six people, and the dining table can expand to seat eight, so there will be plenty of room for your group to enjoy a meal together.
When you’re not at the beach, take your pick of either the upstairs or downstairs living room. Both have sectional couches and Roku TVs, perfect for a family movie night. You can relax and watch the sunrise on the upper deck, or spend some time sitting back in the chairs on the lower patio. Feel free to enjoy a little bit of nature while relaxing in the enclosed porch that has a twin XL daybed and a ceiling fan. The Zen House is also stocked with board games and a ping pong table for family game nights! There are 3 adult size bicycles for your use. For the remote workers, the house has an adjustable standing desk, printer, and monitor available for use along with high-speed internet in the downstairs office space. There is a hammock that fits under the lift desk, fitting for a child. Also available is a Japanese folding futon mat and mattress. Along with easy beach access, the house is located close to plenty of restaurants and shops, including local favorites The Veggie Wagon and Freddie’s. The popular Carolina Beach boardwalk is a five-minute drive away, or a 12-minute ride using the three bikes available with your stay! Other exciting things close by are the Greenway Trail, the Southport Ferry, or seeing the otters at the Fort Fisher Aquarium!
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Located in Kure Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Four Hounds Distilling. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.
Is Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access!?
As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access! on Dec 13, 2026 start from $340, 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 Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relaxing Zen House! Work, relax, & play two blocks from private beach access! located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Joe Eakes Park and Gurney Hood Barking Lot are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
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We had a wonderful stay and were very happy with this rental! We really appreciated how quiet and relaxed Kure Beach is, and the home’s location on a cul-de-sac made it feel especially peaceful. It was a great spot to unwind and enjoy time with our family.The location was a highlight—a quiet setting while still being convenient for enjoying Kure Beach and the Carolina Beach area. Communication with the host was great throughout our stay, which made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. We’d happily stay here again and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway!
Our stay at Zen House was wonderful. Communications leading up to our stay and throughout was fantastic. The house was clean and with everything you could need. The beach was a short 2 block walk with private access. I highly recommend the Zen House!
This was a great house for our smaller group. The neighborhood access to the beach was very convenient. Communication with the property manager was easy and helpful.
Everything we could possibly need or want was provided, and the communication was great. I’m sure if we had any issues they would’ve been resolved quickly. Close to the beach, but has great privacy!
Great house, short walk to the beach, with bikes, beach supplies, boogie boards. Spent a week here with 2 adults, 3 teens. Definitely would book again!
As a recently retired educator, I have looked forward to being at the beach in September for a very long time. Our trip and stay at the Zen House was everything we had hoped for. The space was perfect for our family and having access to the beach so close made for a perfect get-away. The home is well equipped and I would look forward to returning if the opportunity allows!
The Zen House was absolutely the best appointed house that we have ever rented. Fantastic beds and linens. The kitchen had everything that you need & more. The neighborhood was quiet and you can hear the waves while sitting on the deck. Short walk to the private beach. We love Kure Beach and would stay at the Zen House again. Excellent communication with the host. Well stocked beach gear and the bikes were great.
The house was perfect. It fit our family perfectly. The amenities were awesome and the location was ideal. The private beach access was nice and the beach was not crowded at all. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
The house was great! Very clean and well stocked. The PM was super friendly and answered any questions we had. The walk to the beach is very short. Having a private access meant there was plenty of free space at the beach to spread out.
The location is great for finding good food and beaches. The neighbors were friendly. The house is beautiful and very well stocked. Zen house is a place to slow it down and breath. Thanks for allowing our pup to come too.!
A truly relaxing home, beautifully appointed. Everything you need. Table tennis and bikes in garage. Cozy sunroom in the back. Close to beach with private access. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience of the Zen House.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2025
Thank you Mary! So glad that you enjoyed your stay.
We had such a wonderful stay at The Zen House. Everything was perfect. Beautiful immaculate home with very well stocked kitchens and bathrooms. The owner was fabulous - very communicative, thoughtful, and responsive. We hope to be back again before relocating to the Wilmington area next year. Highly recommend!
We enjoyed the Zen house very much. Our hosts anticipated everything guests could possibly need. The private beach access was great! My son said it best when he expressed that there was a "sense of community" there with all the neighbors enjoying their routines as if we belonged.
The house exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable, clean and inviting. Also well stocked. Location was perfect and the walk to the beach was just a few minutes. Communication with the property manager couldn't have been better, who went above and beyond for us. We hope to return!
We had a GREAT time!!! House was perfect! Clean and in a safe quiet area. Short walk to the beach. The owner was very informative and helpful and made everyone feel welcome and easy!! Will try to book again!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Zen House. Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach with private access, the location is great. The house is comfortable and well stocked with all the beach items you could want. The project manager Barbara was so nice and helpful and made great restaurant recommendations for us. The bed was comfortable, nice fluffy towels, everything was great! Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2024
Thank you Susan. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you stay at the Zen House again
We really enjoyed our stay at the Zen House! The house was exactly as advertised in the listing. It was clean, comfortable, and well stocked with linens and toiletries. The kitchen was also well stocked with dishes, utensils, & appliances. The house is just a short walk to the beach and comes with a key for private beach access which was really nice. They even have a wagon you can use to bring chairs, etc. The property manager, Barbara, was responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!
We had a wonderful time at the Zen House. Carol thought of everything and provided so many conveniences that made it easier for us. The house is two blocks over from the beach. The private entrance with parking at the beach made things very convenient as well. She has a great place under the porch for you to clean off after a walk or visit to the beach. 3 full bedrooms and 3 baths was an added plus for our family. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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Hosted by Carol Pepper
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