Pleasure Island Vacation Rentals

Book North Carolina Beach Rentals That Fit Your Side of the Beach

Choosing the right Pleasure Island vacation rental starts with knowing how you want the week to feel. Some trips need room for the whole family. Some need a pool, a porch, a dog-friendly yard, or a short walk to the sand. Others are all about staying close to the boardwalk, finding quiet near Kure Beach Pier, or waking up with the ocean right outside. Carolina Beach Realty will help you sort through over 190 North Carolina beach homes, cottages, condos, duplexes, and extended-stay rentals across Carolina Beach and Kure Beach to find the one that is right for your type of getaway. Our team has helped guests find their place on this island for more than 60 years, with unmatched local expertise, professionally managed accommodations, and a booking experience built to make planning easier and your stay smoother. Browse all Pleasure Island rentals in North Carolina and find the stay that fits your side of the beach.


Explore North Carolina Beach Vacation Rental Destinations

Carolina Beach Realty gives you one place to compare rentals across both sides of Pleasure Island. Explore the best places to stay in North Carolina to find the beach setting, pace, and rental style that fits your beach getaway.


Carolina Beach Rentals

Book Carolina Beach rentals for boardwalk energy, local restaurants, summer fireworks, and easy access to the classic Pleasure Island beach week. Carolina Beach is the kind of place made for families, first-time visitors, and groups who want plenty to do without losing the laid-back feel that brings guests back every year. Carolina Beach Realty offers homes, condos, cottages, and oceanfront vacation rentals in Carolina Beach close to the places families come back to year after year.

Kure Rentals

Book Kure Beach vacation rentals when your trip calls for a quieter home base on Pleasure Island. Carolina Beach Realty offers Kure Beach rentals close to the pier, Fort Fisher, the aquarium, and less crowded stretches of sand. Discover the best beach homes, condos, and oceanfront rentals in Kure Beach. It is a natural fit for families, anglers, couples, and guests who want more calm around the edges of their beach week.


Rental Property Options

Beach Homes
Book beach houses to give everyone room to spread out, gather up, and settle into the week.

Beach Condos
Keep the beach trip easy with a condo rental that puts more time back into the day.

Townhouse Rentals
Book a townhouse rental when your group wants more breathing room without going too big.

Beach Cottage
Book a cottage for the classic, easygoing North Carolina beach stay that still feels personal.

Duplex Rentals
Stay in one of our side-by-side rentals for extra privacy while also enjoying shared spaces and amenities with your family and group. 


Search By Popular Amenities and Rental Features

On Pleasure Island, the vacation rental guests love most are the ones that fit the rhythm before anyone has to think about it. After 60+ years, Carolina Beach Realty knows how small choices shape a smoother arrival, easier beach days, and the kind of stay where guests are already planning next summer's trip.



Browse Over 190 North Carolina Beach Rentals on Pleasure Island


Properties Available 29 properties available
Reasons You'll Love The Caddyshack at Carolina Beach:*Ocean Views*Private Pool*Mini Putting Green* Pet Friendly*Professionally Managed Welcome to The Caddyshack at Carolina Beach, your ideal Carolina Beach escape. This beautifully located coastal retreat offers the rare combination of scenic ocean views and peaceful canal surroundings, giving guest
CD1118: The Caddyshack at Carolina Beach
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$1,575.00 - $7,756.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (3 Reviews)
Top Reasons to Book Spacious Beach Retreat: * Private Saltwater Pool and Slide * Fun-Filled Game Room – Ping pong, foosball and arcade games for all ages. *Fenced in Backyard with gas grill *Enjoy a quick stroll to the sand and surf. * Professionally Managed **This property is not available for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions. N
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NFW1518: Spacious Beach Retreat
Single Family Home
$1,050.00 - $7,546.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Salty Sunrise: * Oceanfront Duplex with Gorgeous Views* Private Pool and Hot Tub* Elevator * Beach Access and Walkway* 1 Garage Parking Space and Additional Driveway Parking* 2 Large Oceanfront Decks* Perfect for Families with Board Games and Books* In-Unit Laundry* Professionally ManagedSalty Sunrise is one side of a duplex (
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NF1212B: Salty Sunrise
Duplex - 1 Side
$1,113.00 - $9,044.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 13 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love The Hideaway A&B: * Oceanfront Duplex with Private Beach Walkway* Private Beachfront Pool * Dog Friendly (2 Max, Fees Apply)* Garage and Driveway Parking * Two Elevators* Beach Chairs, Umbrella and Boogie Boards Provided* Perfect for Large Groups or Multiple Families* Professionally ManagedThe Hideaway A&B is a duplex
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NF906: The Hideaway A&B
Duplex - Both Sides Pet Friendly
$2,793.00 - $19,775.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 10 bedrooms
Bathrooms 10 Full
Guests 28 guests
Rating 5 (7 Reviews)
Reason's You'll Love Sandy Dunes South: * Steps from the Beach - Private Boardwalk to the Beach * Private Balconies* Professionally Managed Welcome to your perfect Carolina Beach getaway! Located directly across from the ocean on the highly sought-after North End of Carolina Beach, this beautifully updated duplex offers the ideal mix of coastal ch
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SLW808: Sandy Dunes South
Duplex - 1 Side
$1,575.00 - $15,043.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (2 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Ocean Kure:* Oceanfront Duplex* Private Elevator w/ Access to Each Floor* Shared Private Saltwater Pool* Electric Vehicle Charger* 2 Large Oceanfront Decks* Private Beach Access and Walkway* Professionally ManagedOcean Kure is one side of a duplex (two sides) and, as such, some amenities will be shared between both sides of th
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NF1216A: Ocean Kure
Duplex - 1 Side
$2,450.00 - $12,474.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.9 (37 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love 3 Palms: * Private Saltwater Pool* Large, Fenced-In Backyard with Bocce Ball and Cornhole Games* Handicap Accessible * Screened-in porch for All-Season Enjoyment* Beach and Restaurants Just a Few Blocks Away* Professionally ManagedWelcome to 3 Palms, a charming and thoughtfully equipped single-family retreat in the heart of Ca
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SLW417: 3 Palms
Single Family Home
$924.00 - $4,130.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (31 Reviews)
Reasons You'll Love The Ocean Club of Kure Beach: • Oceanfront with Private Beach Access• New Kitchen and all new furnishings• Smart Tv’s throughout the home• Private pool, tiki bar and private hot tub• Game Room• Pet FriendlyWelcome to “The Ocean Club of Kure Beach,” your oceanfront retreat currently undergoing a full renovation. Enjoy a swim in
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SFF829: Ocean Club of Kure Beach
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$2,450.00 - $13,300.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 15 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Blueberry Bungalow: • Oceanfront Duplex Steps to Beach• Shared Pool + Private Direct Beach Access • Beach Access Adjacent to Kure Beach Lifeguard Stand• Spectrum 1 GB Internet Service with Wi-Fi *• Private Elevator + Parking for Up to Four Vehicles• High-Definition Smart TVs In Every Bedroom and the Living Room• Outdoor Shower
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NF1004B: Blueberry Bungalow
Duplex - 1 Side
$1,400.00 - $11,095.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 13 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Salty Banana: * Oceanfront Duplex Steps to Beach * Two Private Pools, Two Hot Tubs* Two Elevators* Multiple Oceanfront Decks* Garage and Driveway Parking* Perfect for Multiple Families or Large Groups * Professionally Managed Salty Banana is a duplex (two sides) and can be rented as both sides combined. Alternatively, each sid
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NF1212: Salty Banana
Duplex - Both Sides
$2,513.00 - $20,258.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 10 bedrooms
Bathrooms 8 Full
Guests 26 guests
Rating 4.8 (13 Reviews)
Top Reasons to Book Ocean Blvd Retreat at the Beach:*Newly Built Luxury Beach House*Large Rooftop Deck *Steps from Carolina Beach (4 blocks away)*Private Pool*Private Residential Elevator*Professionally Managed**This property is not available for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions. No Smoking/Vaping allowed on the premises. No Pets Al
OB502: Ocean Blvd Retreat at the Beach
Single Family Home
$1,176.00 - $9,086.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 2 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Banana Cabana: * Oceanfront Duplex Steps to Beach * Private Pool and Hot Tub* Elevator* Multiple Oceanfront Decks* Garage and Driveway Parking* Perfect for Multiple Families or Large Groups * Professionally Managed *This lovely home is not available for rent to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. *Banana Cabana offers a
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NF1212A: Banana Cabana
Duplex - 1 Side
$1,134.00 - $9,044.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 13 guests
Rating 5 (8 Reviews)

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