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Upscale beach cottage near beach

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a glass table and white chairs.
A small, neatly organized bathroom with a wooden chair, a shelf with folded towels, and a white shower curtain.
A living room with a grey sofa, two wicker stools, a wooden cabinet, and a television on the wall.
A yoga mat on a wooden floor with a chair and a small round ottoman in the background.
A bedroom with two wooden beds, a woven pouf, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kure Beach Pier
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Front Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Outdoor Shower

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Upscale beach cottage near beach

Our Salty Casita is only a 3-minute walk to the ocean at Kure Beach, and a short stroll to the fishing pier at Ocean Front Park and Pavillion along with restaurants and bars. This newly renovated beach home is equipped with new furnishings and located in a quiet Kure Beach neighborhood, but not too far from grabbing a bite out or an ice cream from one of several businesses nearby. Neighboring Carolina Beach, its boardwalk, restaurants and shopping is just minutes away. Check out Fort Fisher, the NC Aquarium and the ferry to Southport only minutes away. The home's two bedrooms can accommodate 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Both bedrooms have comfy mattresses, wall mounted TVs and the comforts of home with extra pillows and throw blankets. The kitchen is well stocked and includes a coffee nook with supplies, table for 4 and cookware for your dining preferences. Our living room has a couch and rattan rocker you won’t want to leave and a 55 inch TV to stream movies and TV shows along with a variety of games, books and activities for little ones. Come home from a day at the beach and enjoy the outdoor shower with hot and cold water, shampoo and body wash to rinse off your sandy toes and then relax on our backyard deck with patio lights and a gas grill to cook your favorite meal.

While you’re here, also check out Joe Eakes Park for bocce, disc golf, tennis or pickle ball. Explore the natural wonder at the Coquina Outcrop during low tide (we have a tide clock in our kitchen) near the Ft Fisher Recreation Park. Try and find the Venus Flytraps along the Venus Flytrap Trail at the Carolina Beach State Park along with several other hiking trails that wind along the Cape Fear River.

Let Kure Beach be your next favorite vacation spot whether you are traveling alone, as a couple or small family or with friends. The beauty and calmness of our Salty Casita will be your home-away-from-home beach destination. And because it’s a single family home, you won’t have to tolerate condo noise from other guests as you enjoy your getaway!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Our home is smoke free. Therefore, we have a No Smoking rule set. An additional $200 will be charged if there is evidence of smoke in the home.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2811323vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, outdoor lighting and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Joe Eakes Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale beach cottage near beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Upscale beach cottage near beach?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upscale beach cottage near beach on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$632, 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.

How much is parking at Upscale beach cottage near beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upscale beach cottage near beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale beach cottage near beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upscale beach cottage near beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Joe Eakes Park and Ocean Front Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda and John, we had a wonderful time at the Salty Casita! Thank you for being fantastic hosts, the cleanliness, the beautiful fragrance upon entry, and all the amenities! I hope you enjoy the seaside watercolor painting I left you!CJG
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
We absolutely loved your art!! Thank you for your kindness and we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Salty Casita is a great cottage to stay at - it's clean, stocked with the things you need, has a very short walk to the beach and it has a nice back yard to enjoy your evenings. It's in a great location - quiet area, polite resident neighbors, close to the Kure Beach pier and resturaunts, Linda and John (owners) are always ready to help with any property needs you have. My wife and I have stayed here two years in a row and we hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A return visit for our family to the Salty Casita - we love our time here and hope to return again. It is very clean and comfortable and, along with the town of Kure, a place that is easy to relax and 'slow down' in.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, updated cottage with all the amenities we needed and an easy walk to the beach. Hosts very communicative and provided thoughtful touches to make us feel welcome. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful experience! Such a cozy space with lots of little, thoughtful touches like the stocked outdoor shower, the wood and fire starters to sit around the fire, and the yeti coffee cups to take for morning beach walks. It was very clean and the host communication was awesome,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat customer and just as pleased with our second stay as we were the first time! Beautiful home, conveniently located to the beach, and lots to do between Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Fort Fischer and Southport!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect little beach home! This property is spotless, well stocked, comfortable and on a quaint street; quiet enough away from the crowds, but still close enough for a quick walk to the beach or even restaurants or the Pier. The little details and finishing touches the owners have put into this home make it even more special, you can feel the love they have for the home and being hosts. We are thankful we were able to book this VRBO, no need to look further. This place is perfect for a Kure Beach stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Salty Casita was everything we had envisioned. The property was clean, well styled and close to the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with all of the essentials for cooking and entertaining. Some highlights were the fire pit, outdoor shower, back porch and beach supplies. Just a few minutes drive to Carolina beach for entertainment. The pier was within walking distance. Thank you for a wonderful vacation
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kure Beach

We had a wonderfully stay and everything was as it was listed! Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! House was perfect for a short getaway with my husband! Very ckean & short walk to the beach . We highly recommend staying here. Thanks for everything Linda!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend! The house was very clean, easy walking distance to the beach, in a cute neighborhood and the hosts thought of many little details that made it an easy and comfortable stay. We usually travel with our dogs but if we go again without them, we will definitely consider this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay at the Salty Casita

This was our second stay at the Salty Casita and we had a wonderful stay again. The cottage is nicely decorated, comfortable and has great outdoor space. It is a great location, close to the beach and restaurants and attractions in the area. Thanks for another wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our family's second time staying at the Salty Casita, and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time. We were able to get right into 'vacation-mode' since the space is clean and comfortable and close to the beach. John and Linda were easy to communicate with, and we would highly recommend staying here for a family of four like ours.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved our stay at Salty Casita!

This was our second time staying at the Salty Casita and we had a wonderful time again! Perfect location to the beach and wonderful space inside and great area outdoors. Thanks Linda and John for another great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thank you Hanna! We are happy you enjoyed your stay again! Thanks for being great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage for a long weekend

John and Linda really have thought of all your needs and this cozy little cottage is SO CLEAN. This is my second stay there and I would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

Perfect getaway, convenient to beach, lovely property. Everything we needed provided & super clean. Very relaxing weekend, so happy we found the Salty Casita.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you Judy! We are so happy you enjoyed your first visit to Kure Beach and The Salty Casita. Hope you’ll visit us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property and hosts

This home is an ideal place for a couples getaway or a vacation home for a small family. The hosts really have thought of everything. We will definitely be staying again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

Wonderful house and location . Excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2024
Thank you! We are thrilled you enjoyed your fishing weekend at our place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to stay

Highly recommend and very convenient, everything was perfectly organized. Top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thanks Jeff, we highly recommend you as a future guest and appreciate your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Little slice of heaven away from home. 10 out of 10, would recommend.everything you need to have a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
Thank you Michael! We hope you will visit us again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second stay equally enjoyable as last

We stayed here last February and decided to return this year. Hosts reached out to check on us several times during our stay. Very clean and organized rental. Location close to beach and in walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2025
Thanks Sue! So happy you enjoyed your stay. Again!! Hopefully we will have the honor of hosting you again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st time in Kure Beach

Great location and fantastic house! Exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Melissa, we are so happy that you loved Kure Beach and appreciate your kind words about the Salty Casita. Hope to see you again next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mother daughter stay

We absolutely loved the Salty Casita. It was spotlessly clean and everything you need is provided. It’s a very short 3 min walk to the beach which was perfect. We would highly recommend staying here and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thank you Louise, we loved hosting you and your daughter and appreciated how well you left our home! Thanks for being a great communicator and it will be an honor to have you visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway from the north

Pleasant vicinity with easy access to beach. Enjoyable location for walks and shell hunting. Lights on when we arrived after dark made for a welcome arrival.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2024
Thank you Sue! It was wonderful to host you during your long stay! We appreciate your visit!

About the host

Hosted by Linda and John Collora

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We enjoy sharing the beach life with you!

Why they chose this property

The proximity to the beach grabbed our attention when we decided to completely renovate this amazing property.

What makes this property unique

Walk to beach, close by to Fort Fisher State Park, Carolina Beach, The NC Aquarium, Wilmington and Southport Ferry.

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