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.


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 189 properties available
Reasons You'll Love AJ & Helen:* Oceanfront with Beach Access* Two Duplex Unit with 6 Bedrooms* Great Amenities* Professionally ManagedPerfect for large families or groups traveling together, this spacious oceanfront combined duplex offers the best of both worlds—togetherness and privacy—all in one unbeatable beachfront location. With 6 bedroom
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CN1020: AJ & Helen
Duplex - Both Sides Pet Friendly
$2,093.00 - $7,770.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 2 Half
Guests 16 guests
 New Property!
Reasons You'll Love Shore Am Happy:* Ocean Front Condo* Community Pool* Beach AccessWelcome to Shore Am Happy, a charming oceanfront getaway perfectly designed for a peaceful beach escape. This cozy one-bedroom condo offers everything you need for a relaxing stay along the Carolina coast.Step out onto your private oceanfront deck and take in the br
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RCP3: Shore Am Happy
Condo
$840.00 - $3,346.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 1 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full
Guests 4 guests
Rating 5 (12 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Carolina Beach North: * Stunning Ocean Views from Top Terrace * Private Hot Tub * 1 Block from Beach * Pet Friendly (DOGS ONLY - LIMIT OF TWO)* Great Open Layout; Perfect for Large Groups and Families* Professionally Managed*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*Welcome to Carolin
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CD17122: Carolina Beach North
Duplex - 1 Side Pet Friendly
$763.00 - $3,731.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (60 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love SeaWave: * Pet Friendly Home Close to the Beach (Max 2, Dogs Only) * Gas Grill and Outdoor Shower * 1 Car Garage with Driveway Parking for 4 Additional Vehicles* Beach Equipment and Bikes Included * Deck with Seating for Four* In-Unit Laundry* Professionally ManagedSeaWave is a spacious and well-appointed beach retreat, perfec
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SFW414: SeaWave
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$875.00 - $3,759.00 / 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 (26 Reviews)
Reasons You'll Love Just Beachy:*Pet-Friendly with Fenced Backyard*Outdoor Shower and Beach Amenities*Walkable to Private Beach AccessEscape to the quiet charm of Kure Beach in this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home located in the peaceful community of Kure Dunes. Perfect for families and small groups, this comfortable coastal retreat sleeps up to 10
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KD325: Just Beachy
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$917.00 - $5,061.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (1 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
$2,303.00 - $14,000.00 / 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
 New Property!
Reasons You Will Love Sand Pebbles B7:* Oceanfront 2nd Floor Unit* Two Private Oceanfront Decks* Two Community Pools and Two Beach Access Points * Wet Bar and Fully Stocked Kitchen* Professionally Managed Welcome to Sand Pebbles B7, a charming second-floor oceanfront retreat that offers everything you need for a relaxing beach getaway! With unbeata
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SPB7: Sand Pebbles B7
Condo
$665.00 - $2,772.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.7 (18 Reviews)
Top Reasons to Book The Cardinal's Nest:* Walking Distance to the Beach* Dog Friendly* Fenced In Backyard* Private Elevator* Expansive Balconies * 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.Welcome to The Cardinal's Nest, a spacious dog-fr
CD1102A: The Cardinal's Nest
Duplex - 1 Side Pet Friendly
$1,519.00 - $7,112.00 / 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)
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
$2,065.00 - $13,433.00 / 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 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Oceanfront Carolina:* Oceanfront 2BR Home* Panoramic Ocean Views from Deck* Pet Friendly (DOGS ONLY - LIMIT OF TWO)*Professionally Managed This oceanfront, pet-friendly property offers all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay by the sea. Equipped with central heat and air, complimentary WiFi, and parking for 3-4 cars, it
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CN1714: Oceanfront Carolina
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$665.00 - $3,423.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (36 Reviews)
Reasons you'll Love Three Little Birds:* Oceanfront Condo with 2 Private Decks* Onsite Community Indoor & Outdoor Pool* Newly Remodeled * Monthly Rentals available in Fall/Winter* Professionally ManagedEscape to the coast and unwind in "Three Little Birds," a beautifully appointed three-bedroom, three-bathroom oceanfront condo designed to offer
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OD805: Three Little Birds
Condo
$973.00 - $5,432.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love The Hideaway B: * Oceanfront Duplex with Private Beach Walkway* Beachfront Pool (Shared with The Hideaway A)* Gorgeous Views from Two Large Decks* Dog Friendly (2 Max, Fees Apply)* Garage and Driveway Parking * Private Elevator* Beach Chairs, Umbrella and Boogie Boards Provided* Professionally ManagedThe Hideaway B is one side
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NF906B: The Hideaway B
Duplex - 1 Side Pet Friendly
$1,512.00 - $11,669.00 / 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
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)

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