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 190 properties available
Reasons You Will Love The Guest House on Scotch Bonnet: * One Minute Stroll to Beach* Newly Renovated with Stainless Steel Appliances* Private Deck * Backyard/Patio with Hammock and Charcoal Grill* In-Unit Washer/Dryer* Professionally ManagedWelcome to The Guest House on Scotch Bonnet, a newly renovated coastal retreat just a one-minute stroll from
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CNW7: The Guest House on Scotch Bonnet
Single Family Home
$553.00 - $2,814.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full
Guests 5 guests
Rating 5 (19 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Lilypad A: * Oceanfront Duplex with Panoramic Views* Private Beach Access and Walkway* Gas Grill* Private Elevator* 2 Large Oceanfront Decks* Professionally ManagedLilypad A is one side of a duplex (two sides) and, as such, some amenities will be shared between both sides of the property. Lilypad A is a beautiful oceanfront re
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NF1008A: Lilypad A
Duplex - 1 Side
$2,100.00 - $9,919.00 / 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 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (28 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Serenity By The Sea: * Gorgeous Home 2 Blocks from the Ocean and Pier* Rooftop Deck with Panoramic Ocean Views* Fenced-in Backyard* Private Elevator with Access to All Levels* Two Living Rooms * Parking for up to Four Cars* Outdoor Shower and Gas Grill * Professionally ManagedSerenity by the Sea is a stunning, newer home perfe
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SFW213B: Serenity By The Sea
Duplex - 1 Side
$826.00 - $4,193.00 / 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
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (39 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Time to Unwind: * Private Home a Short Walk to the Beach* Pet Friendly (Dogs Only, 2 Max)* Multiple Decks * Screened-In Porch with Porch Swing* Ping Pong Table and Grill* Professionally ManagedTime to Unwind is the perfect getaway for families and friends looking for relaxation and fun in a well-appointed, pet-friendly home. T
NFW516: Time to Unwind
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$1,022.00 - $5,446.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Whitecaps C and D:* Stunning Oceanfront Views * Private Boardwalk to the Beach* Pet Friendly (DOGS ONLY - LIMIT OF TWO)* Great Open Layout; Perfect for Large Groups and Families* Professionally Managed *This is a multi-unit listing of Whitecaps C and Whitecaps D. There is a connector door between the two units on the ocean-si
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WCCD: Whitecaps C and D
Condo Pet Friendly
$2,093.00 - $9,310.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.6 (9 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Pickleball Paradise:* Private Pickleball Court * Bikes, Beach Chairs, and a Lush Astroturf Yard* Pet Friendly (DOGS ONLY - LIMIT OF TWO)* Golf Cart ($75 Per Day)* Professionally Managed*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*Welcome to Pickleball Paradise! This beautiful home, loca
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SLW209: Pickleball Paradise
Single Family Home Pet Friendly
$1,050.00 - $4,473.00 / 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 5 guests
Rating 5 (27 Reviews)
Reasons You'll Love Kraken:*Great location just a short walk to public beach access*Game Room & Beach Amenities*Large bedrooms, with occupancy for 16*Well-furnished kitchenThis spacious four-bedroom beach home offers the perfect setting for large families and groups, comfortably accommodating up to 16 guests. Located just two blocks from privat
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NFW306: The Kraken
Single Family Home
$1,281.00 - $7,266.00 / 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, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Carolina Rose:* Only 1 Block from the Beach* Two Large Decks + Gas Grill* Family Friendly - Two Pack 'n Plays, Toddler Cots and Baby Gate* Parking for up to 3 Vehicles* Professionally Managed*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*Just steps from the Atlantic, Carolina Rose is a we
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NFW107B: Carolina Rose
Duplex - 1 Side
$1,750.00 - $5,698.00 / 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 (14 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Sandstep:* Oceanfront Duplex, Steps to Public Beach* Ocean Views from Multiple Balconies* Great for Large Groups and Families - Plenty of Parking* Boardwalk to the Beach* Shared Pool and Gas Grill* Professionally Managed*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.* **Sandstep is the top
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CN6182: Sandstep
Duplex - 1 Side
$2,303.00 - $13,601.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 18 guests
Rating 4.9 (30 Reviews)
Reasons to love Avalanched to the Sea:*Quiet Neighborhood Vibe*Comfortable & Casual*Outdoor LivingWelcome to your cozy coastal getaway at Avalanched to the Sea, where the pace of life slows down and the beach is always calling. This inviting home is perfect for those looking for a quiet, budget-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on convenience.
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SLW1516: Avalanched to the Sea
Duplex - 1 Side Pet Friendly
$1,050.00 - $4,725.00 / 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
Guests 8 guests
 New Property!
Reasons You Will Love Ocean Dunes 2101A:* Oceanfront Condo, Steps to the Beach* Indoor and Outdoor Pools* Wet Bar* Parking for Two Vehicles* In-Unit Laundry* Professionally ManagedNewly renovated and perfectly situated in the desirable Fort Fisher area of Kure Beach, NC, Ocean Dunes 2101A is a highly sought-after vacation destination. This second-f
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OD2101A: Ocean Dunes 2101A
Condo
$1,050.00 - $3,591.00 / 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 (23 Reviews)
Reasons You Will Love Next Time Down:* Stunning Oceanfront Home* Panoramic Ocean Views from Covered Porches* Private Boardwalk to the Beach* 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 Next Time Down, a beautifully re
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NF636: Next Time Down
Single Family Home
$1,400.00 - $7,042.00 / per week
The Price Range provided is for informational purposes only and may not accurately represent the final cost
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (37 Reviews)

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