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Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location

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You get access to the Cottage, Yellow Garage, Clubhouse above, & yard in front.
View to patio and ocean from front deck
Hallway looking into bedrooms
Living room, dining table and kitchen.  Barn doors close off bedroom hall.
Clubhouse game table and smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Ocean Front Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Kure Beach Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Clubhouse

4 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Clubhouse & Yellow Garage Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location

Greetings from Dan and DJ! Our family has vacationed in Kure Beach since the 1930s, and Three Sisters has been in our family since the 1970s. In 2017, we completed a major renovation that combines modern amenities with authentic vintage charm.

The property consists of a cottage and a detached garage — Man Cave/Ladies Lounge with a unique Clubhouse loft space above. It’s perfect for an extended family or friends to vacation together and yet still have unique spaces to retreat to.

THE COTTAGE
If you like a classic beach house, this is it! It’s not too big and not too small. The Cottage comfortably accommodates 6 in three bedrooms. The primary bedroom features a queen bed and en-suite bath. A guest room also has a queen bed. The bunk room has two twin beds. A full guest bath has a large walk-in shower. The Cottage has a large open kitchen and great room with plenty of space for socializing.

THE CLUBHOUSE
The charming loft space above the garage has an open plan with 4 single beds that can be moved to make king beds if desired. The space is very quiet and it has a TV and can double as a rec room for the kids, a retreat for couples, or an office workspace. The loft has the original yellow pine floors and and is paneled with classic Eastern Carolina V-groove boards. There is a half bath downstairs.

LADIES' LOUNGE/MAN CAVE
Our guests have access to the garage below. There you will find a large refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, a large commercial sink for cleaning fish, a washer and dryer, and work table. Here, you have ample space to store beach gear, bikes, and fishing gear. The room has been paneled with vintage siding salvaged from the cottage. You have access to the half bath as well.

OCEANVIEW
The property is on the second row back from the beach—you can see and hear the waves! Walk barefoot to the beach across the lawn. Our family has the house in front. You don’t have to cross a busy highway.

CONVENIENT
Our guests say the setting and location are perfect. The center of town is less than 2 blocks away: A 4 minute stroll takes you to the pier, shops, diner, restaurants, bars, and coffee, hamburger, and ice cream stands. Get a gallon of milk at the mini-mart. Forget the car!

AMENITIES INCLUDED
We provide linens, bath towels, beach towels, and basic supplies (soaps, paper products, etc.). The kitchen is well-stocked for those that like to cook.

PARKING
Parking is available for 3 cars.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
We provide parking for 3 cars, and encourage guests to carpool.

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

About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this cottage is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. 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 - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tropical - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Three Sisters Cottage + Clubhouse + Ocean View + Yard + Great Location located?

This family-friendly Kure Beach cottage is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Three Sisters Cottage in Kure Beach. The home was beautifully maintained, full of charm, and just steps from the ocean—with gorgeous views that made for a perfect start and end to the day!!We had plenty of space for our group to relax, with comfortable bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and a fun loft space above the garage that added extra privacy.The location was perfect—quiet, walkable, and close to everything we needed, including the must-have pier ice cream!!Best of all, Ann, the property manager, was fantastic to work with—responsive, welcoming, and genuinely kind. Thank you for making our stay warm and inviting!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen L., North Carolina

Wonderful Winter at Kure Beach...

Look no further for a wonderful cottage by the ocean. I can't say enough great things about this house/rental. The dining room table is gorgeous. We shared wonderful meals and conversation at this table. Ann is wonderful and accommodating. This is our 2nd year renting the house around Xmas and we hope to continue to do so and make it a tradition. The fireworks by the Kure Beach pier on NYE was so much fun too. Thank you DJ, Dan and Ann!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Loved the place!

Hurricane ran us out, other than that we enjoyed our stay! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Vonda M.

DJ and Dan's place is special with an ocean view and short walk to the beach! A gem at Kure Beach!

We spent an incredible week at DJ and Dan's place! And meeting the owners was a special treat in itself! The house has an amazing layout and has been so thoughtfully renovated! The open floor plan along with the barn doors to seperate the bedrooms from the living area and kitchen is a nice touch! The garage area with the extra refrigerator, restroom and outdoor shower made coming off the beach convenient! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Great beach house!

We very much enjoyed staying here. Comfortable with nice decor and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dave W., Lincoln, Nebraska

Property was amazing. Great location, easy walk to the beach. Kids loved the room above the garage.

Everything you could need was at the house. Ann helped us with anything else we needed. Aquarium nearby is a must see. Quick drive to Wilmington for any forgotten needs. Carolina beach boulevard is a must see. You need to try Britt's donut shop!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H., Indian Trail, North Carolina

This absolutely gorgeous renovated home was truly one of my FAVORITE beach homes I have ever rented!

The moment we arrived, we were welcomed by one of the sweetest souls, Ann. Ann was an absolute delight and our family immediately felt like we were home! She gave us a tour of the home and all of the beautiful details the owners had clearly worked hard at maintaining, while also adding a bit of the new and hip decor such as the wonderful barn doors in the living room (my absolute favorite). It's truly just as beautiful as the photographs they have included on their site. I have been disappointed too many times to count in the past when I arrive at a home that is COMPLETELY different than what I saw in the photographs from their site. Your family will be thrilled with the lay out of this home as well! The main house was perfect on it's own, but the added loft room above the yellow door garage was filled with "squeals" of excitement from my 15 and 20 year old daughters. It gave them a PERFECT space to hang out and take sometime away from the little ones. Plus, it gave myself the assurance I needed that they were still safe, even though they were not attached to the main house where the rest of us slept. The keyless locks were priceless and I never once worried about my older daughters through out the ENTIRE week (which honestly, was a vacation for me on that merit alone!) Lastly, the location is PRIME!!! You start your morning on the deck literally looking out into the beautiful blue water! The easiness of having 4 kiddos and all that comes with them wanting to "hang at the beach all day", was effortless because all you really needed was a few towels or chairs. Anything any of the kids wanted or needed from the house, they were totally safe taking the quick simple walk up the beach straight to our house to grab what they wanted. Not once did I panic or not have my eyes on my younger ones when they walked away from me. It was absolutely wonderful to see the joy in their eyes, that they felt a little independence and free to simply enjoy the beach without dragging a massive amount of stuff, which we all know is exhausting! Not needed at this house! The waves crashing in the evening was all I needed for truly the best nights sleep I've had in quite some time! I could go on and on,but it's safe to tell EVERYONE and ANYONE considering this home, DO NOT HESITATE! I know you will fall in love with the home and area as much as myself and family have. And a real treat for me was meeting Ann! I think quite possibly we truly are family :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Love this place!

We loved everything about this place! Ann made us feel right at home!! We will definitely stay here again! Thanks!! Pam Roberson Mocksville, NC

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

Wonderful cottage with lots of extras!

This cottage has it all! The main cottage is large enough for several people to sleep there PLUS there is the extra loft to accommodate even more people!! It is so close to the beach, the pier, restaurants, the ferry, and well... there are so many great things that I cannot write them all out! And the caretaker, Ann, is a jewel! She goes above and beyond! She was responsive to any concerns we had. Very enjoyable time and place to stay at the wonderful place called Kure Beach, Three Sisters!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Great beach cottage!

This is a lovely and lovingly renovated little cottage with views of the ocean in Kure Beach. The loft over the garage provides a great flexible space for rainy days or extra people. The cottage is very, very pleasant and comfortable - it was perfect for our family of two parents and two little kids. Beach access is a walk across the lawn and past the cottage in front of this one (owned, I believe, by members of the same family). There is a small access road in front of that cottage and then the beach is reached via a little boardwalk with stairs over the dunes (I think one of the access points near the house has a ramp, if stairs are a problem). The boardwalk also serves as a sidewalk that allows for an easy 1.5 block walk to the main intersection in town, by the pier, where there are 3-4 restaurants and a gas station with a mini mart. There is also a toddler playground there, if you have kids. This is a great place to stay in Kure Beach - we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Helen L., North Carolina

Perfect house and location (6 stars)

It was simply perfect. So close to everything and the view was just breathtaking. We will look no further for our beach getaway! The house was decorating very nice (rustic but modern too). Beds were comfy too. Thank you DJ and Ann. 😊😊
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Home away from home.

This year my family and I spent Thanksgiving here at Kure Beach. We were greeted at the door by Ann the property manager. She is so accommodating and friendly. I have been staying at this cottage since 1976 and have seen many remodeling projects. Each project has improved this quaint cottage. This years project tops them all. A second bathroom with an awesome shower has been added. We sprawled out into the loft and the cottage. The children enjoyed the loft with its game table and large TV. We prepared a Hugh Thanksgiving dinner in the newly remodeled kitchen. The views from the family room and the large deck are spectacular. The porpoise provided a peaceful show all week long. The garage has a second refrigerator which came in handy,and A workbench to clean the fish we caught and a place just to sit and relax. Wishing I could spend another week. This time of year is beautiful. Thank you DJ and Dan for sharing your beautiful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

This house is amazing! The owners have outdone themselves with the renovations! Perfect!

If you like the old cottage charm feeling, with all the comforts of brand new updated appliances and fixtures, this is it. The WHOLE place has been renovated. Paying attention to keep original historical features and structure. Take the time read the history of this beautiful property. It has everything you could possibly want to make a perfect beach vacation. Very spacious. The loft over the garage makes a perfect getaway for the kids to hang out. OR maybe the grownups that want to stay up a little later than the rest of the house. The location is also a great bonus. Walking distance to everything. Ann will greet you with a huge smile and go out of her way if you need ANYTHING. DJ will reply to any questions you have promptly. My clan thanks you for making our trip so pleasant. We will not look any further for the next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg M., Washington, DC

Wonderful home with a view!

We loved spending time in this lovely home. It made going to the beach so easy and hassle free. The owners were great and Ann was so helpful at check-in. We loved it so much we already booked it for next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY I., Gastonia NC

Awesome location and a great home away from home!

DJ and Dan treat you like family. They are so awesome!! Ms. Ann has become part of our family
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Awesome house

We rented the house for a group of tennis players playing at state championships. There were 8 of us. We found the house to be very comfortable for all of us. One guy did bring an air mattress, but that was fine. There was plenty of room in the loft. The kitchen was decently stocked. The furnishings were more than adequate and was very comfortable. The extra space in the loft was a huge bonus for us. We walked to the beach, the pier and to the local restaurants every night. Miss Ann was an absolute delight to deal with and went out of her way to make sure our stay was comfortable and we had everything we needed (even though in all honestly, we needed nothing more than what the house already provided). We would absolutely stay here again if the opportunity arises. Thank you for sharing your family home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Nice relaxing stay . House is nice

The place was perfect for our large group. And we were very happy with the beach here. This area is beautiful and we will go back again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., Hillsville VA

Great cottage, fabulous location!

Upon our arrival, we were greeted by Ann who is such a pleasure. She gave us a house tour, asked us if we had any questions and handed over the keys. The cottage is older but nice and clean, great for families with children because there is plenty of room to roam in the house. So many things were provided for us such as beach towels, umbrellas, chairs and sand toys. I can't say enough good things about this place. My family and I will be returning next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maxi H., Germany

Relaxing stay at a beautiful place

Because of storm damage to the cottage we could not use it, but we were offered to use the family home which is right in front of the cottage. We really loved it!!! The views from the deck were beautiful and it is only a few steps from the beautiful beach. The loft is a great place and also gave us plenty of space to spread out. Ann was wonderful and always available. Thank you, Ann! We would recommend this place to anyone would love to come back another time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Older property but close to public beach access

Ann, the care taker, was great. We were able to use both houses. That property was clean and the rooms were comfortable. The houses are in need of a little repair but ok for the price. Close to all amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Bluefield, VA

Wonderful location! Our home away from home!

We have stayed at this property several times and it's always great! You can't beat the location! Steps way from the beach and a short walk to the pier and downtown restaurants. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bobby S.

Overall good but could use a carpet cleaning and some small updates. Good place for families!

As someone who is in the travel industry, I am very meticulous about where I stay, especially when I take my family. The cottage and loft wery pretty roomy and well equipped. The carpets needed to be cleaned but this was probably because the busy season and one guest after the other staying there. The cottage only had one bathroom which makes it a bit tougher to get several people showered and ready to go out in the evenings. The garage basement was really nice and well equipped with beach toys, a charcoal grill and washer and dryer as well as a bathroom/shower that came in handy to wash sand and dirt off the kids. Very nice touch. The loft needs a bit of an update to the bathroom floors and some TLC. The parking situation is a bit of a mess if you have more than two vehicles. It is a very tight alley where parking is available. Overall, the property is a nice family vacation spot and the property manager was very nice and accommodating. I would recommend this rental if you accept that it won't be perfect luxury like some of the more expensive places but like convenience to the beach and pier. Just a small bit of updating would go a long way here which I understand is difficult when one after the other renters are coming weekly during peak season.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

Awesome Trip!!!!!

This place is great. The house was very clean and neat and beautifully decorated with lots of space. We had a wonderful week with family and friends. The fish was biting and the sun was shining. This house is in a great location. Just a short walk on the boardwalk to the pier . Pictures don't do it justice a lot bigger inside than it looks on the outside. If and when we come back to Kure Beach we would love to stay here again. The property manager Ann will make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. GREAT PLACE AND GREAT LOCATION.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Ohio

Excellent rental

We have rented from the previous owners as well as the new ones. There are many upgrades to property. We love the area as the family is always wonderful to deal with. If your looking for a quiet spot that isn't far from the city this rental gives you just that. It's perfect for a family or a quiet get a way. We are already counting down until next year. This is our home away from home
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tanna S., Sharon Springs, Kansas

The Cottage was perfect for our family beach/spring break vacation!

We wanted a kid friendly place close to the beach and this was perfect! The boardwalk to the pier was great and we enjoyed the close restaurants. We have a child in a wheelchair and it was nice to only have a few steps to get in the house. He was able to get around everywhere in the house with no problems. There were enough beds for everyone and the kitchen was well stocked with pans and cooking supplies. We were provided a beach wheel chair from the Kure Beach Fire Department and the beach access right by the house had a ramp so it was perfect. The property manager, Ann, took great care of us and arranged for the chair to be delivered to the house. We loved the beach decor and the cottage was so cozy and inviting. If we ever return to Kure Beach we will definitely be staying in the Cottage again! The Aquarium was close and we could have went twice it was so much fun! We also drove the short drive to Wilmington and enjoyed the trolley tour and the USS North Carolina Battleship. I loved the shower in the garage and it helped keep sand out of the house after a day at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

About the host

Hosted by DJ Peterson and Dan Nadeau

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Greetings from Dan and DJ! Our family has been coming to Kure Beach since the 1930s. (Look for DJ in the photo!) Our family has owned the house next door since 1954. This property has been owned by our family since 1974, and we were lucky to acquire it in 2015 to continue a family tradition. We are happy to share it and the community with others. Thank you for considering our vacation home.

Why they chose this property

People say Kure Beach is a gem. We love this place because it is family oriented, has a great small-town vibe, and there is so much to do in the area. And, of course, we love the clean water, rolling surf, fishing, and beachcombing. Our grandfather, DJ Karras, would sit on the deck and say "This is it!".

What makes this property unique

If you like a classic beach cottage, This is it! It’s not too big and not too small. The Studio Loft provides flexibility and a little getaway for extended family and friends. The garage has plenty of space to store your beach gear, bikes, and fishing equipment. Fishermen will love the large commercial sink for cleaning fish. Guests say the setting and location are perfect. The beach is just steps away and you don’t have to cross a busy highway to get there. The center of town is less than 2 blocks away: A 4 minute stroll takes you to the pier, shops, restaurants and bars, and the hamburger and ice cream stand. Get a gallon of milk at the mini-mart and forget the car! Our property manager, Ann, lives nearby and will greet you when you arrive. Ann can give you tips on where to go and what to see and she is available in case of an emergency.

Languages:

English, French, Russian, Greek