Cottage vacation rentals in Carolina Beach

Loved this little getaway. Off the main beach and very little traffic. The place screams “relax”. Loved the outside shower for getting rid of the sand. Most beautiful wind chimes. Short trip to beach and to some excellent restaurants.

Jeff saved the day with our same day (!) emergency booking! Great communication and instructions regarding check in time and making sure the place was ready for us. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our two dogs! We also loved walking in the neighborhood to Robert Strange Park and Luna Caffe Roasters. We would definitely stay here again.

The property is absolutely beautiful and is furnished with a very cozy, homey, shabby chic meets beach cottage feel and it makes you feel right at home. The modern kitchen has everything you could ever need, the bedrooms are nicely appointed with bamboo sheets and fluffy comforters. The living room is comfortable and has all the modern technology (if you need to stay connected). But it was the view that was what wowed us the most. From inside the cottage, to the comfortable back deck, to dock, the view as spectacular and we enjoyed it so much. Joanna was very responsive to the questions that we had and was a lovely host. We will definitely be making a return to the property.

My wife and I spent our 20th anniversary together at Happy Place! It was amazing and the host was great

We have stayed here multiple times and as always every aspect of the stay was great. Renee is an absolute awesome host ready, willing and able to make your stay the very best it can be. I highly recommend staying at a place that Renee is the host of. Thanks again Renee for a great Valentines week vacation.

We really enjoyed the stay we felt right at home. the house was beautiful and decorated nicely. Beach access was very convenient and walkable.

Everything about our stay felt easy and stress-free, which is exactly what I hoped for. We made some great memories here, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway. We’re already talking about coming back with my little girl!!

Great experience in this older cottage which has been restored enough to be modern without losing the historic charm. We loved having a fenced yard for the dogs and a private driveway. The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen had everything you might need. The house was in a great location to make anything drivable within 10-15 minutes. The hosts were kind, proactive, and very responsive. I would absolutely come back here again!

The location was great and it worked out fine for the weekend. Was close to various shops and the Kure pier. Was great value considering how close to the beach the cottage is located.

We consider Barney's our little hidden gem at Holden! This is our second time out at Barney's and it never disappoints! Check in was super easy, the house was immaculate, and the pool was pristine! Holden Beach is about 10 minutes from the front door and there's lots of local stuff to do. We brought our two dogs as well and they loved the beach after 6pm! We had a couple of rainy days, but Barney's place had plenty of things to entertain my 9, 11, and 13 year old boys. I would highly recommend to anyone, but especially families that are looking for the perfect beach vacation getaway!

The Kure Cottages are great! We have stayed here twice now and each time the cottage has been very clean (especially being a beach cottage, sand was nowhere to be found). We love the proximity to the beach and to the restaurants. Jack Mackerels, the burger stand and Ocean View are our favorites. Being able to walk to the beach, have the pool on site, and then run to lunch, just in time to come back for a nap is great (we have a toddler). The cottages are great for families and non families. We will definitely come back. The team was very accommodating the entire stay.

Such a cool place , the kids loved the hang out spot downstairs with ping pong tables and a tv like a cool hang out! The beach is right across the street so easy!!!! The pool is a major game changer and the charm inside the house is amazing! Can’t wait to come back

Rebecca was one of the best host I’ve ever rented through. She was very helpful and communicative.

Location was perfect for us!

This little cottage was adorable and a perfect fit for my family of 5. They were very quick to respond when I did have to contact them, vet accommodating. Staff was amazing and friendly, especially the front desk and bar tender ! We will be back in July !

Don't let this little cottage fool you! It was the perfect size for a family of 4 and our poodle. It was well stocked with anything you could think of on the inside and the outside. We walked to most places during our stay. The cottage was clean upon arrival and the host made herself available and was friendly. Book it! I promise you will be glad you did!

Our family loved this house and location - plenty of room, easy walk to the beach, tennis courts out back, friendly neighbors, easy access to restaurants and stores. Jim was responded quickly when we asked for help with supplies. The spring pollen factor was high - so be ready! We washed the decks and chairs and that improved things. We will return!

Great location, super close to everything in Wilmington! Diane is great, super responsive!

Staying at this Airbnb felt like a true escape. The location couldn't have been better – being mere steps from the beach was such a treat, allowing for spontaneous walks and the calming sound of the waves. It was wonderful to find such a genuinely dog-friendly place; my pups absolutely loved it, which made the stay even more enjoyable for me. The entire atmosphere was incredibly relaxing, and I found the off-season to be a particularly lovely time to visit, with beautiful weather and a sense of peacefulness. The property itself had everything I could possibly need, making it easy to settle in and feel comfortable. Amy was fantastic – always communicative and helpful, ensuring a smooth and easy stay. While there were plenty of options for things to do in the area, I also appreciated the opportunity to simply unwind and work remotely in such a serene setting. The upper deck was my favorite spot for getting sun many hours of the day. I’ve stayed in many airbnbs and this is a favorite!

I absolutely adore this cute little beach house. It was a perfect best friend get away. I felt like I was staging in a beach cottage straight off hgtv. My only suggestion is a full length mirror for the females! Definitely would stay here again.

I have booked multiple Air BnB’s this by far has been the best experience. The home was beautifully decorated and very welcoming. The snacks were an added bonus and perfectly picked! If you are considering booking this DO IT! Board games and books are available. Kristy has equipped that house with exactly what you need to enjoy time as a couple or with children.

Firstly, this house was absolutely perfect!! We comfortably fit 5 people and had plenty of extra space. The house description was accurate, all the amenities were there and worked great. The host was very kind, responded quickly, and showed much hospitality. The house is about a 1 minute walk to the beach and conveniently surrounded by restaurants and stores in short walking distances. The house comes with a beautiful outdoor seating area and has lots of games and books for the guests. Just in general the house has a very cute aesthetic. One downside however, which is completely out of the host’s control, is that there were a few roaches in the outdoor space, but from what we’ve heard that’s an issue in the general area not just this house. All in all, would highly recommend this house and we would love to stay here again!!

This was an absolutely perfect Topsail vacation home! We loved every minute of our stay. The location is absolutely fantastic. So close to the little local shops and restaurants as well as super close to the bridge going over to the mainland.. The house itself was spotless and quite comfortable. Had everything we needed to cook full meals. Plenty of kitchenware for our group of seven. Proximity to the beach is by far the most fantastic detail of this house! The little private sandy beach *yard* attached to the deck is awesome for kids and the beach itself just down a few steps is so amazing. We could even sit in bed and see the ocean waves! This is the best house with beach access and views we've stayed at in Topsail. Also positive to note, the entire property being fenced in felt incredibly safe for kids and was fantastic for our dog. We realized the apartment was a part of the rental unit and we were so pleasantly surprised! It was a great separate space! Overall highly recommend!

Beautiful, clean and comfortable home. Jim was a great host. Tons of room and a good location. The pond next door was cool.