Welcome to System Shutdown, an oceanfront retreat that offers relaxation, adventure, and comfort. Located on the shores of Kure Beach, this charming 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home is designed for families and groups seeking an unforgettable beach getaway. With breathtaking ocean views, refreshing ocean breezes, and direct access to the sand, this is the ideal place to unplug and unwind.
Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee, so no need to worry about extra charges!
This home is tastefully decorated and thoughtfully equipped for comfort and convenience. With comfy Sealy mattresses in every room, you'll sleep soundly after a day of fun in the sun. The spacious layout offers a game room, multiple living areas, and three levels of outdoor decks, all designed to take advantage of the beautiful coast. The main deck is perfect for outdoor dining, lounging, or enjoying the view. With room for up to 14 guests, including 3-4 kids, there's plenty of space.
Outside, the fun continues with private beach access, an outdoor shower, a propane grill, and plenty of beach toys and games for the whole family. Parking can accommodate 3-5 vehicles, so you’ll have space for everyone’s cars—or your boat! Pets are welcome, so bring your furry friends along for the trip. Whether you’re here for a peaceful retreat or an action-packed vacation, System Shutdown is the perfect spot.
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*PROPERTY INFO*
Location: 813 Fort Fisher Boulevard South, Kure Beach, NC 28449 ; 7 blocks from Kure Beach Pier
Home: 5 BR / 3.5 BA / Sleeps 14 / 9 Beds / 2 Bunk Rooms / 2,184 sq ft
*SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS*
-Bedroom 1: King, private bathroom (3rd floor)
-Bedroom 2: Queen (3rd floor)
-Bedroom 3: Twin bunk bed - Twin over Full (Top bunk is not suitable for adults) (3rd floor)
-Bedroom 4: Queen (1st floor)
-Bedroom 5: 2 bunk beds - 4 twin beds (Top bunk is not suitable for adults) (1st floor)
-Game room: Queen sleeper sofa
King (1), Queens (3), Fulls (1), Twins (5)
-Pack-n-play with optional bassinet
-Beds will be made with clean linens prior to your arrival
-Linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee
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*PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS*
-OCEAN FRONT
-Amazing Views from the expansive deck with outdoor dining, outdoor couch, and lounging
-Private beach access
-Outdoor shower
-Propane Grill
-Board games, outdoor games, beach toys + more
-New media room and gaming station! Bring your favorite gaming box and an HDMI cable! This room is equipped with an HDMI port on the wall and a 42 inch gaming monitor
-Dog Friendly (with a dog fee)
-Parking: 3-5 cars depending on size
*AMENITIES*
-Beach chairs (not guaranteed)
-Hair Dryers
-Washer/Dryer
-Dishwasher
-Microwave + Toaster
-Blender
-Ice Maker
-Crockpot
-Coffee Maker (Drip + Keurig)
-Baby gate
-Pack-n-play
-Booster seat
-Wifi + Internet
-Towels
-Linens (beds made upon arrival)
-A starter kit of toilet paper, paper towels, detergents and hand soap is provided
-Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash dispensers in the showers
-AND MORE!
We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use.
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*POLICIES/RULES*
-Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
-NO SMOKING allowed at this property.
-This is a DOG FRIENDLY HOME: A non-refundable Pet Fee of $250 will be added to your rental if you choose to bring your dog. The Pet Fee is $350 for 2 dogs. Contact us regarding dog rules at the beach.
-Maximum Occupancy: 14 Occupants: Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
-Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.
-Manager and owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.
-Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.
-No events or parties. If it is determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund.
-If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions.
-No uninvited guests without permission.
*Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee*
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*PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES*
-Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Restaurants, and more
-Paddle Boarding and Biking with Paddle NC or Pleasure Island Rentals
-Kayaking/Canoeing with Adventure Kayak Company or Lighthouse Water Sports
-Surfing - Book Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni
-Jet Ski with Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals
-Marina/Boating - Boat Tours with Endless Summer Day Tours or Sea Legs Pedal Pub
-Hiking at Carolina Beach State Park
-4 Wheel Drive-on Beaches at Fort Fisher and Freeman Park in CB
-Free movies Sunday nights in the summer at Carolina Beach Lake
-Free live music and fireworks Thursday nights during the summer at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
-Carolina Beach Boardwalk - visit shops, the arcade and restaurants year round. Enjoy festival rides, Britt’s Donuts, + more during the summer
-NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
-Fort Fisher Visitor’s Center + Civil War National Historic Landmark
-Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher
-Ocean Front Park in Kure Beach
-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Rentals
-And More! We provide an on-site booklet and send an email with recommendations prior to your stay!
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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
About the area
Kure Beach
Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking?
As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking on 4 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,104, 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 Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Comfort Awaits—Large Decks, Private Beach Walkway, Dogs Welcome, Ample Parking located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kure Beach, Joe Eakes Park and Ocean Front Park. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Coquina Outcrop are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Home was clean and lots of chairs and beach paraphernalia. The deck was awesome and lots of places to sit and enjoy the sound of the beach. We had our family together for my dad’s 80th birthday and couldn’t have asked for a better place. Great location and communication with the property owners was excellent!
Amanda H.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are honored you chose the home to celebrate such a special occasion and are thrilled it was the perfect setting for your dad’s 80th birthday. It is great to hear you enjoyed the deck, beach items, location, and our communication. We would love to welcome you back again. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
The System Shutdown was an amazing Oceanfront home. Our family celebrated Thanksgiving and a 70th birthday during our stay and it was a wonderful time. We saw incredible sunrises and dolphins swimming right out front. In addition to the location, the accommodations were great and the hosts were very welcoming and quick to respond. It was a FIVE star stay!!! Thanks for all the memories!!
Christi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for the fantastic review. We are thrilled that System Shutdown was the perfect setting for celebrating Thanksgiving and such a special birthday. Sunrises, dolphins, and time with family truly make the best memories, and we are so glad the home and communication met your expectations. We would love to welcome you back again. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelvin Z.
27 Aug 2025
Great place!
We had a fantastic experience here! Being able to stay steps from the beach and having an easy access to the shore was a huge plus. Place was clean and well maintained, and was comfortable enough to fit 10+ people.
Kelvin Z.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, the cleanliness, and the space for your group. We’d be happy to host you again anytime. Thanks for trippin’ with iTrip!
The decks were the highlight, big & plenty of furniture & tables. Bedrooms were spacious with nice linens & bathrooms were well stocked with towels. Kitchen had the necessities to prepare meals.
Gail M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the decks, bedrooms, and well-stocked bathrooms! It’s great that the kitchen had everything you needed to prepare meals. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to hosting you again. Thanks for trippin’ with iTrip!
Lovely home on the beach with lots of space. Large outside deck is inviting for family time together. Great views. We had a wonderful time and would stay again at home.
This house is so beautifully perfect, you wish it was yours! We loved every bit of it and enjoyed every minute of our stay! It’s lovely while also being extremely comfortable. It has a great configuration of rooms so that our whole crowd was happy with their accommodations. The oceanfront setting is superb. We loved everything about our stay and were sad to leave after a relaxing week!
Nancy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you found the house beautifully perfect and that it provided the comfort and space your group needed. It’s wonderful to know the oceanfront setting and room layout made your stay so enjoyable. We truly appreciate you choosing our home for your getaway and hope to welcome you back for another relaxing week soon! Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
20 June 2025
Great vacation house
Totally enjoyed our family vacation. Very clean, roomy house. Loved the decks. Excellent kitchen provisions (skillets, pots and pans, utensils, etc). Our second time here and highly recommend it! 🏖️💕
Susan S.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re glad to hear your family had another great stay and that the home’s cleanliness, space, and well-stocked kitchen helped make it enjoyable. We truly appreciate the recommendation and can’t wait to have you back again. Thanks for trippin’ with iTrip!
Loved the house and the beach! great relaxing stay!
Shila M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2021
Shila, I am so glad you had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the house and beach. We hope to have you return. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janice D.
29 June 2025
Wonderful
Enjoyed our recent stay at System Shutdown. The views are spectacular. The large deck is great with comfortable furniture that accommodates everyone. We found the kitchen to be well stocked with glasses,dishes, silverware, utensils, and cookware. The labeling in cabinets where items belong was very helpful. I cannot express what a great place this is. We enjoyed it so much that I have already booked it again for 2026.
House was very nice with beautiful views. Enjoyed every bit of it
The process of checking in and checking out was easy.
Vickie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Vickie, thank you for leaving us a great review. We are glad that the check-in/out process was stress-free, and that you enjoyed your beach vacation. We hope to have you back sometime in the future, thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
Great location- right on the beach and in the quieter part of the area, but easy drive to the restaurants and more commercial areas of Kure/ Carolina Beach. Home was very clean and kitchen was well stocked with essentials. Perfect family beach vacation.
Jan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Jan, thank you so much for your review! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the awesome location, cleanliness, and amenities, and we're happy to hear that it was a great fit for your family beach vacation. We hope you visit again soon!
We had the best time ! Clean property! Beautiful home!
ashley s.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2022
Ashley, it is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your time and the cleanliness of the property! We hope to have you back again. Thank you for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynne G.
22 July 2025
Fun & relaxing time
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our stay at System Shutdown. The house was clean and loved the sunrises.
The house was good but needs a few updates, nothing major (dryer ran constantly and took clothes a long time to dry, bathroom drawers were broken) nothing major. Would be great if hooks on the outside to hang wet towels and swim suits near the outdoor shower
Again, great time was had by all!!
Lynne G.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback! We're glad you had a wonderful time at System Shutdown and enjoyed those beautiful sunrises. We appreciate you noting the minor items, and we’ll be sure to share these with the owner for future improvements. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
This house was as advertised. Wonderful location, Nice living areas and a private beach! Would stay again.
Stuart H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2020
Stuart, thank you for your review of System Shutdown. We are glad you found the home to be exactly as advertised and that you enjoyed the location with private access to the beach. We hope to have you back again. Thanks for tripping with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dana L.
3 Sept 2024
Family beach trip
System Shutdown is our favorite iTrip vacation stay. The house is perfect for our family. The beachfront location and beautiful decks made this property our first choice for return visits to Kure Beach!
Dana L.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that "System Shutdown" is your favorite iTrip vacation stay and that the beachfront location and beautiful decks make it a perfect choice for your family. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more visits to Kure Beach!
Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
We rented this property for our family Thanksgiving this year and it was the best week! The property has everything you could need and the views are amazing! The layout of the home was perfect for us, we would love to revisit in the future!
Lauren M.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review Lauren! We are so glad you enjoyed your holiday at this amazing hidden gem! We could not agree more that the house is super cozy and perfect for a family vacation. We would love to have you back. Thanks for trippin' with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
1 Jan 2024
Great house with amazing views!
We loved every second of our time there. Very comfortable house! Decks are fantastic and have nice furniture
Jessica M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2024
Thank you for writing a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your time, the comfortable house, the fantastic decks, and nice furniture. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew F.
28 May 2020
Beach trip
Great beachfront house for families. Well kept and well equipped for a great getaway. Will for sure keep this place in mind for the future.
Andrew F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2020
Andrew, we are so glad you have a great getaway at System Shutdown. I agree that the house is well kept and well equipped. We would love to have you back again. Contact us and we will take great care of you. Thanks for tripping with iTrip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol B.
1 Aug 2022
Great oceanfront home
Beautiful oceanfront home with a great family atmosphere. Location is convenient to KB CB and Fort Fisher. Very relaxing.
Carol B.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thanks for the 5-star review, Carol! We're glad that the property was the perfect place for your vacation and that the location was great for all of the fun activities. It's great to hear that you had a relaxing getaway, and we appreciate you choosing iTrip.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sommar
10 Jan 2024
Great house
My family and I have been coming to Kure for family vacation for about 4 years. This is our favorite house and we will rent again!
Sommar
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your time and this is your favorite. We would love to have you back again! Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
Great house and location. Very comfortable and roomy. Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable vacation. Would book again in a heartbeat!
Sarah B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2022
Sarah, we're so glad to hear about your experience. Thanks for leaving us 5 stars! We're glad that the location was perfect for your getaway, and that everything was comfortable and spacious. It is always so wonderful to hear that our guests really enjoyed themselves, so we appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing iTrip Vacations!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol B.
26 July 2021
Excellent stay
We had oceanfront at our rental…well-taken care of property….
NC Rentals is the best company we have worked with in our 16 years on Pleasure Island.
Carol B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Carol, thank you for your review of System Shutdown. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed being oceanfront and staying with us. We are a small, local, family owned business and we take pride in our communication skills and responsiveness to ensure you have the best stay possible. We hope to have you back again. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
We had an amazing time at this property! The location couldn't have been better - right on the beach and between Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher. We were able to communicate with the owner easily from start to finish, and the check-in and check-out processes were fast & easy. Thank you for a memorable time!
Melissa C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2021
Melissa, thank you for your thoughtful review. We are pleased to hear your enjoyed the location, smooth check-in/out, and communication with us. We are a small, local, family business, and we take pride in our communication skills and responsiveness to ensure you have the best stay possible. We hope to have you stay with us again. Thanks for trippin with iTrip!
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