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Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find

Beachfront condo with kitchen and patio

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View of The Riggings Condos from the Beach...we are in the last building
Gorgeous and tasteful beach decor without being resort style tacky
Plenty of hooks to hang your beach hats and towels in the hallway.
View of the ocean as you walk into the main living area...see how close it is!
Living room with sofa bed and plenty of comfortable seating & wall of glass door

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 672.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kure Beach
  • Place, Fort Fisher State Historic Site
  • Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bunkbed nook

2 Single Bunk Beds

Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find

Wake up every morning to watch the sun rising over the ocean, dolphins playing in the waves right in front of you, waves crashing on the sand just feet from your deck and enjoying a cup of coffee in the your comfortable deck chairs. Enjoy the view of Fort Fisher State Recreation area and the amazing twisted live oak trees along the beach trail that starts right next to the condo. Take a walk down to the Fort Fisher Aquarium or the Fort Fisher Battlefield & Museum on the sound side of the island just across the street. For more adventure, rent a kayak to explore Zeke's Island Reserve just a mile or two down the road, or take the ferry to Southport for the day. If you are feeling lazy, enjoy your day at the beach right on the other side of your deck or lounge at the pool, but make sure you take time to explore the coquina rock outcrop at low tide and you might find some beautiful shells and fun sea life in the tide pools. These rocks are literally right on the beach outside The Riggings property. Don't forget all the great restaurants, shops, piers and boardwalk fun just down the Road in the heart of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach.

Gorgeous, newly remodeled 1 bedroom beach condo in The Riggings - Building 4 P1. This is a bottom floor oceanfront unit with tons of privacy since it faces Fort Fisher State Recreation Area next door and there are no neighbors on that side. We have equipped our home to a high standard and tried to anticipate your needs by providing all the things you might want for a luxurious stay. Our home has a single bedroom with a brand new king-sized bed with a memory foam mattress and luxurious linens. There are two twin bunks with privacy curtains and new memory foam mattresses in the hallway alcove that adults will find very comfortable and kids will have fun with. The deep seating couch in the living room has a very large over-sized queen sofa bed with a brand new memory foam mattress for maximum comfort.

Sleeping Arrangements: 1 King Bed (new memory foam), 2 twin bunks (with privacy curtains & new memory foam mattresses) and 1 over-sized queen sofa bed (new memory foam mattress)

You will find your kitchen well stocked with all the amenities you could ask for. There is a dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, electric tea kettle, toaster, margarita machine, blender, food processor, rice cooker, hand mixer and more. You will find high end cookware, plenty of cooking utensils, dinnerware and drink ware for all the various types of drinks you could imagine. There is a large refrigerator with filtered water and ice, a large pantry to store additional food. The pantry and kitchen are already stocked with cooking oils, spices, coffee & tea, sugar, flour, condiments & dressings and more so you won't need to buy as much during your stay with us. There are plenty of baking dishes and sheets as well.

Both the living room and bedroom feature flat screen televisions with cable TV & Roku for streaming access to movies, Hulu with Showtime, Netflix, Network TV Streaming Apps, HBO and more. There is a DVD player in the living room as well in case you want to watch DVDs. You will find cards and games in the utility closet, along with beach chairs, sand toys, a hammock for the deck, pop-up beach shelter, an umbrella and more in the deck box outside. There are toys in the storage drawers under the bunk beds for the little ones too.

In the bathroom, you will find plenty of luxurious bath towels, along with oversized beach towels and extra linens in the closet. The bathroom has a bath tub/shower combo with a hand-held shower head to pull down and wash off your feet or your little ones coming in from the beach with sand. There is a washer & dryer in the alcove of the bathroom and we have provided detergent and fabric softener for you to use during your stay. The dispenser in the shower is stocked with argan oil shampoo & conditioner and luxurious body wash for you to use, and you will find cotton balls and Q-tips so there is no need to pack those. We have provided a hair dryer for your use as well and there is an iron and ironing board in the bedroom closet.

There is a ton of comfy seating in the condo with a super comfortable couch, two leather club chairs with ottomans to kick your feet up and relax and read a book, an over-sized chair and ottoman next to the deck doors to sit and watch the waves outside. The dining table has 4 chairs and a leaf to extend the table for more seating can be found in the bedroom closet. There are 3 adjustable bar stools that can be dropped down to sit at the table if you prefer not to eat at the bar. You will also find several nice deck chairs outside.

Our beach paradise has some smart features that will enhance your stay. The first one can be found at the front door with the smart lock that allows you in with a simple code, so there is no need to pick up keys or carry keys with you. The HVAC system is equipped with a smart thermostat and a touchscreen to adjust the temperature. This smart thermostat is equipped with Amazon Alexa and you can literally just ask "Alexa, lower the temperature to 70" or ask her for restaurants or places to see nearby. If you would like to enjoy some music while you are cooking or hanging out, simply ask Alexa to play some tunes for you.

You are going to love your stay here just as much as we do. All of your cares and stress will simply melt away once you arrive and you will find your days filled with plenty of fun in the sun!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed on deck or in outdoor area

Important information

You need to know

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Travelling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Tropical - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pleasure Island Paradise - closest rental to the beach you will find located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coquina Outcrop and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was great, well stocked kitchen comfortable furniture. Incredible location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful place. It was even better in person. They have absolutely everything you could need, in the best location. We have will absolutely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We have been coming to Kure Beach for about 15 years and have stayed in several different condos over that time. This condo is the cleanest, most comfortable and homey condo we have ever stayed in!! Views are remarkable!! Hope to stay here again next year!!
Best sunrises on the island
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Spot

Great inviting space...easy access...great location. Owners went above and beyond to provide everthing you need. We would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Earth

This is our favorite vacation. The location, condo with beach decor and owners are just perfection. I want to keep it my hidden secret!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Always a great stay with Colleen and Alex.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The condo was situated in an ideal area for our family vacation. It felt wonderfully secluded, with the natural area adjacent, but was so close to fun excursions and activities. We truly appreciated having a clean, comfortable “home base” with everything we needed provided!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AAA..Awesome as always

Our fourth stay was great as usual. It has a very well stocked kitchen. Everything is well stocked. Couldn’t be any closer to the beach just as the listings say. We will be back again next year for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and cozy

Colleen's place is beautiful and comfortable - exactly as described and pictured in the listing. We loved being close to the ocean. Colleen always answered questions quickly and was a wonderful host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

The location of this condo can't be beat. It was so much fun. Our kids loved it and so did we! Dolphins, sea turtles and shark teeth - what more could you ask for?!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

We LOVED the condo it was beautiful!!!

We absolutely LOVED the condo! Everything was beautiful and clean. The owners were very responsive to any questions/concerns we had. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasure Island Paradise was phenomenal! The location is unmatched...ocean front, beautiful beach, beautiful scenery, and a short drive from the pier, resturants, and shopping! The pool was clean and well kept. Check in was flawless, the keypad with our own code was so easy to use and no fumbling to remember the code. The condo was well stocked with toiletries, towels, and kids stuff! We vacationed with a 1 yr old and a 6 year old, both had a great, safe time. The wildlife was wonderful. We spent every morning and every evening on the balcony. Our 6yo loved the high tide clock in the living room and was always telling us if it was high or low tide and when we needed to go look for shells and crabs. We highly recommend this spot to other beach goers! So much to do and see, we hope to come back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Condo & View

This was by far the best property we have stayed in! Everything was provided and the kitchen and pantry were over the top! Awesome place to relax and we have never stayed anywhere as close to the water - except on a boat! Every thing was very comfortable and the owner was very easy to communicate with. Hopefully we will be staying her again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit and beach area

This unit was very welcoming the minute you walk in! Very home like feel to it. Clean, plenty of things provided in the unit and right on the beach. The area is great for families, right next to the state park with plenty to do and great area for fishing. We will definitely be coming back. The property owner was great about replying to any questions we had!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the ocean

The property was very nice. It had everything you could ever need and more. The owner definitely thought of everything. The ocean is so close that at one point during high tide and a pretty nasty storm the waves were splashing us on the balcony. If you are looking for something on the beach this is your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K., Clover, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great even in a hurricane

Fantastic!!!! More than you could ever ask for. This owner goes above and beyond to make the stay comfortable. Everything is so well stocked. Even though we were stuck inside a couple of days for hurricane Ian, we felt safe and had a great time
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation 3 years running

Again, I want to write a bad review to keep people away. Lol. Colleen and Alex have the perfect condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie A., Perkasie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Kure Beach

This is the best rental we have ever had! It is spotless, has luxury amenities, the most perfect beach decor, and the location is on the beach. I was able to nurse a leg injury while sitting on the deck to watch the waves. Colleen is a responsive hostess who has thought of every detail. We even weathered the storm in comfort! We have found our new favorite spot!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront

We were looking somewhere to celebrate our 31st anniversary that was easily accessible to the beach…we found it! You never needed to leave the deck to enjoy the beach, it was that close. The condo was very well equipped with everything you would ever need and more. Colleen was very responsive to a couple of issues that arose that were beyond her control. She drove 2 hours to replace a TV that wasn’t working. I couldn’t ask for more in her responsiveness! She is great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievably close to ocean

So just wow.... I have never stayed at a property that was so very well stocked with anything you could possibly need. The owners have made sure you should not need for anything. The property itself is unlike anything I have ever seen. A few times at high tide, I got splashed while sitting on the balcony. Walk out the door and take 10 steps and you are on the beach. It was just amazing. We had a few aggravations that we had were nothing the owners could do anything about. We had work happening above our bedroom that started at 730 each morning. And given the location, there wasnt much privacy on the balcony. Bit what an amazing week that was had by our family. Just amazing. Thank you so much for sharing thos beautiful home with us! We hope to be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd time staying here & we absolutely love it. We’ve already booked our next stay. It’s a one of a kind location. Heaven on earth to us.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were extremely pleased with ourexperience. The entire unit was immaculate, well appointed and generously stocked. We will most definitely be returning. Thank you for your care and attention to detail which made our week there relaxing and care free.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is truly paradise, this is our favorite rental of all time. The decor is stunning and you feel like royalty from the moment you arrive. Colleen is the perfect hostess. 5 stars is not enough for this slice of paradise.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place. We will continue to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Kure beach! This condo is so well stocked and comfortable. Our kids loved the toys, games, and special blankets on the kids beds. My son lived in the shark blanket for the whole week. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Colleen Murray & Alex Otis

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We are a military family from Wake Forest, NC and we have two sons, ages 17 & 22 and a yellow lab named Cooper. We bought this property as a place for us to get away on the weekends and enjoy the slower pace of Kure Beach.

Why they chose this property

We are originally from San Diego, CA and really missed the beach. This property was previously owned by a good friend of ours and we had stayed there several times in the past and fell in love with the condo and Kure Beach. This unit is in the last building on the beach before the Fort Fisher State Recreation area, which means there are no neighbors on the side of our unit. There is not as much traffic at this end of the beach so there is more privacy and at times, it feels like we have our own private beach. I love to hear the waves crashing on the beach outside when I wake up in the morning and watch the sun rise over the ocean with a cup of tea on our deck. We see dolphins and pelicans every day and feel a sense of joy and peace every minute we spend here.

What makes this property unique

First floor unit with parking right outside the front door and no stairs to climb with all your luggage. This is by far the most private of the ground floor units with amazing views from every window in the condo. The deck is right on the beach and an amazing place to hang up a hammock and grab a cold beverage and read a book or just enjoy the view.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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