"Family Huddle" is a GORGEOUS Beach House featuring 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths. There is a beautiful in-ground, gated, salt-water private pool and incredibly relaxing multi-jet 4 person, hot tub (both at ground level). These are available exclusively for our house guests. Right across the street is the public beach access! Once across the street, you'll have a choice of either relaxing at the beach or strolling along the pathway adjacent to Coquina Rocks for a morning, afternoon or evening walk (located to the right).
The house is located in Historic Fort Fisher which is part of Kure Beach. You'll find an expansive deck out back and a big porch in the front where you can enjoy some good conversations, food and fun or just kick back and watch the sun set. Fort Fisher is on the South end of Pleasure Island and just to the north of you on the Island is Kure Beach and Carolina Beach.
Pleasure Island has so many fun things to do: The NC Aquarium, Fort Fisher Civil War museum, Fort Fisher-Southport Ferry, State Parks, 2 boardwalks, 2 fishing piers, Britt's Donuts (an institution since 1939), many restaurants serving all of your favorite seafood, live bands, carnival rides, fireworks every Thursday night at 9pm in the summer, deep sea fishing boats, 4-wheel drive beach access on both the North and South end of the Island. JUST A SHORT WALK from your house are walking paths along the Old Fort beside the incredible beauty of the Cape Fear River. DON'T MISS THE SUNSETS on the River... There are NO words to describe it! AND THERE'S SO MUCH MORE!
To make reservations, give us a call, text or email and we'll be glad to help make your vacation a special one!
* Linens included for summer reservations of 7 nights or more
Bedrooms: Master Bedroom - Main Level - 1 King Bed Second Master Bedroom - Top Floor - 1 King Bed, 1 Daybed w/ Trundle Third Bedroom - Top Floor - 2 Double Beds Fourth Bedroom - Top Floor - 1 Queen
Bathrooms: 2 full baths and 1 half bath
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you'll need (except for your food). A stove, microwave and toaster are there to cook up some fantastic meals should you choose to eat in! There is an updated coffee bar area with yummy coffee additions to bring some extra joy to your morning.
Parking is a breeze with plenty of space for up to six cars (on both the driveway and stoned area to the left in the front yard). Free parking for so many cars is a rarity! There is also plenty of room should you need it to park your boat/ trailer (which is separate from the area to park cars). You can back your boat- right off the road for easy access in and out! This is very RARE for beach properties!
Pool use will be available from April 1st till September 30th.
There is a separate owner's space on the basement floor. Occasionally, the owners/property manager will be there to help maintain the grounds, pool and help clean between rental weeks. Not to worry - there is a separate private entrance to this space on opposite side of the guest entrance, pool, decks and jacuzzi. When there, we hope to help make your stay even more exceptional by serving any needs you may have. Otherwise, we will work to stay out of your way and allow you to enjoy your vacation to it's fullest!
Property manager Dave & Val Ashburn
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Kure Beach
Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Coquina Outcrop - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Crush & Grind - 9 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 10 min drive
El Cazador Carolina Beach - 9 min drive
Kate's Pancake House - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi!?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi! on 15 Aug 2026 start from £556, 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.
Is 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2nd Row, Private Pool and Jacuzzi! located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Coquina Outcrop and Kure Beach. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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We really loved staying at this beach house. Wonderful pool and just steps away from the beach. Dave and Val communicated quickly to any of our questions. Would definitely love to stay here again.
Andy I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Andy, it was truly great to host your family! So happy you enjoyed the pool and proximity of the beach. Thanks so very much for the 5 stars and we look forward to hosting you in the future! Have a terrific rest of your summer!
It is a wonderful home to stay in. We had plenty of space. The pool and hot tub was a added bonus. We loved it. Would highly recommend. Sherrie and Hal are great folks!
This home is very spacious, plenty of room to spread out for our family of 4. The kitchen had everything we could need and more. Plenty of clean towels for showering when we arrived. Very thoughtful basket of goodies on the counter. Sherri and Hal were very kind to our kids and very responsive. The pool was an amazing thing to have when we were done at the beach or after a long day of sight seeing. I would highly recommend this rental if you are looking for a quiet family vacation away from crowds.
My family and I enjoyed the house, pool, hot tub and it was very nice to have met Hal and Sherrie the owner’s if the house during our stay.
The supplied a lot of beach stuff, floats, chairs, wagons as well as a fully stocked house except for food!!
Rip currents were awful in the ocean as well as rocks. So we had little Beach time. Other then that we were happy with our stay!!
The owners were so pleasant and accommodating. I was worried with then staying under us that we would be too loud but they never complained. It was a mu h needed get away with family from NY.
Wonderful property for our family of 10. The easy access to the beach was great and having the pool was great for kids and adults. Being close to the NC Aquarium was good and the kids enjoyed it very much. The nice thing about Kure Beach is that the area is as populated as Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. The house had everything we needed. Owners were responsive to any needs we had. The gift container was so thoughtful. It was great having the washer and dryer. Everything worked and there was plenty of kitchenware. It was a great week.
Our family all met up for a week together. We had 6 kids 8 and under. The house and the pool were perfect for all of us. We could get to the beach easily across the road. When we returned from a morning on the beach we could easily clean the sand off the kids in the outdoor shower (or use the hose) and they could swim their hearts out. This pool was fantastic for little swimmers. 3.5ft-5ft depth with shelf seats on both ends was perfect. My son learned to swim without his life vest for the first time. Such a great experience. Sherri and Hal are the best too!
We had a great time at this Kure Beach house! Beautiful beach across the street, clean pool, nice house. The owners were so responsive and easy to work with : )
Paul D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2022
It was a pleasure having you at Family Huddle! You're always welcome here... All the Best to you and your family!
We had a wonderful trip and felt very at-home in this beautiful and excellently maintained property. The house was SO clean, the owners thought of everything, the kitchen was fully stocked and we had everything we needed for our families and children for the week. The pool was perfection for our little family to enjoy privately! We also loved the front porch. Hal and Sherrie were incredibly responsive and kind, and on top of anything we might need. Their attention to detail helped make our family trip wonderful! There are also many great places to visit, within walking distance! We truly enjoyed the quiet surroundings, easy beach access, and being within walking distance to so many great walks. We will be back!!
This property was everything we wanted. Pool was a major hit for the kids especially after the beach or the days we went exploring. This location was quiet, relaxing and still had things to do. As far as eating out, not a lot of options but could drive to next beach or outside the island area. Overall we were very happy with our stay and made amazing memories.
We loved this beach house so much! It was the perfect home base for our group, two families with young kids. The beach was SO close, it was easy to walk across the street to the boardwalk, even with the kiddos. They could have played on the beach all day, searching the rocks for hermit crabs and playing in the surf. The coquina rocks were so cool and different from any other beach we have been to before (but there is also beautiful smooth sand right next to the rocks so you really have the best of both worlds at this location). The house was also really well stocked for a vacation rental - we had no problem finding what we needed to cook and make ourselves at home, and we appreciated all the little extra amenities the owners provided. And finally the pool was perfection! It was so nice to get out of the heat in the private pool in the afternoon. Everything was awesome, we’d be happy to come back here!
The house was very clean and comfortable and exactly as advertised, maybe even better! Cannot think of one negative. Everything was perfect. The owners left a basket of goodies and supplies to use in the kitchen which was very helpful. We have never rented a house with a better air conditioner, especially at the beach. We look forward to a return visit!!
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The house was so family friendly. When we walked in, the house smelled so clean-not perfumed, clean- that we felt perfectly safe staying there. The keyless lock was perfect for a group-no keys to keep track of. The landscaping was particularly lovely. The pool and hot tub were wonderful and well used. I stayed in the pool so much I had to force myself to walk across the street to walk in the surf the night before we left. It is a lovely property and the owners were helpful and gracious. Our family group would love to return for another vacation.
Hal & Sherrie were very accommodating. The house was well supplied. Cart for carrying chairs, toys, rafts, umbrellas to the beach. The pool and hot tub were perfect for our family of children to adults. The beach is very close. The house was very clean and very comfortable seating. We all had a great time.
This house is set up well for families-- lots of bedrooms, a private pool, a shady swing in the backyard, plenty of beach equipment to borrow, and a short walk to the beach. Hal & Sherrie have really thought through everything you'd want for a beach week, and this is a fantastic, private place to spend some time with family away from the crowds. Any questions we had were answered within minutes, and the property is kept up beautifully. Even this location at the end of the island is quiet, clean, and geared towards family vacations.
We had a wonderful time in Kure Beach!
The house was perfect and very clean! Super short walk to the beach, which was nice. And lots of beach items to use (chairs, umbrella, wagon, toys, etc) so we didn’t have to bring our own. Hal and Sherrie have all the details nailed down and make you as comfortable as possible!!
Easy access to the beach. Owners were terrific and provided great recommendations. Clean home with plenty of room for all of us. Nicely stocked with beach supplies and home basic supplies. Beautiful pool and beach. Great week.
Hal and Sherrie think of everything to get you started for your week! The pool is amazing
Evonne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
About the host
Hosted by Valerie and David Ashburn
Hi! I’m Val! I’m a PT who is originally from PA with a passion for all things coastal and my hubby Dave, an engineer (the ‘fixer’), is native to NC. We met in Hilton Head, SC (on the beach ❤️). We now live in Charlotte, NC, but have a love of the saltwater, sandy toes, panoramic ocean views and sunsets. We knew we’d one day return to the beach. We enjoy hosting family and friends so much at our home in Charlotte that we decided to extend this passion formally at Kure Beach! We have family and friends in Kure and absolutely LOVE the area, so it was an easy choice. We are new hosts (as of May 2024) and diligently working to make some updates for the summer season. Pics are continuously updated to reflect changes. We are very excited to share our space with you! Our goal is to make sure you create sweet memories and have an EXCEPTIONAL experience!
Why they chose this property
We have family just down the road and have been coming here for 20+ years with our children. We truly love the area! Kure, Carolina Beach, Ft. Fisher, Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington have so much to offer with breathtaking views of gorgeous coastal scenery! It is the perfect location for creating sweet memories with family and friends!
What makes this property unique
We have a beautiful saltwater pool, jacuzzi and large decks (front, back, side of house). The kitchen is open! The windows provide gorgeous natural light that permeates throughout the kitchen, dining room and living room areas. We fell in love with the house the minute we arrived on the property! It has everything we were looking for in a beach house!