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Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach!

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Living Room with Interior Water Views
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Living Room with Interior Water Views
Full Size Kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 998.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Kure Beach, NC
  • Kure Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Kure Beach Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Ocean Front Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 - Floor 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Floor 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 - Floor 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 1

Bathroom 3 - Floor 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach!

Welcome to Shoo Fly, a 4-bedroom, 3-bath oceanfront retreat in the heart of Kure Beach, North Carolina. Nestled within the “Other Kure Beach Homes” neighborhood, this charming property offers sweeping views of the Atlantic and a serene setting, perfect for a relaxing coastal getaway.

Step out onto the spacious deck and take in breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Feel the sea breeze as you unwind with a morning coffee or evening cocktail. Just steps from the sandy beach, Shoo Fly makes it easy to enjoy the ocean, complete with a convenient outdoor shower to rinse off after your adventures.

Inside, Shoo Fly offers a pet-friendly, family-focused space for up to nine guests and three pets. Coastal-inspired decor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere across the four bedrooms, featuring a king, queen, full bed, and twin-over-full bunk beds. The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep a breeze, while modern amenities like Wi-Fi, cable TV, a gas grill, and keyless self-check-in ensure maximum comfort and convenience. State-of-the-art air conditioning and heating units keep the space perfect year-round.

Located in idyllic Kure Beach, Shoo Fly offers easy access to a variety of activities. Explore nearby state parks, enjoy local dining, or spend your days boating, kayaking, surfing, and fishing. With golf courses, shopping outlets, and unique attractions close by, there’s something for everyone.

Escape the everyday and experience the sun, sand, and sea at Shoo Fly. Book your unforgettable coastal retreat today!

Maximum occupancy 9 and parking for maximum 3 cars. NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY GRASS AREA, SAND OR THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE THEM.

Property manager

Carolina Retreats Vacations | Pleasure Island
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kure Beach

Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shoo Fly | Oceanfront Porch + Steps to the Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kure Beach and Kure Beach Pier. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Coquina Outcrop are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Melissa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Summer 2024

The property needs updates very badly. The property manager took care of urgent issues when we called.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

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

Great location

Loved being on the beach and being able to bring our pets. Looking forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Justin S.

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

Perfect Location

Shoo Fly is in the perfect location on Kure Beach. Far enough away from any public access that it wasn't crowded all Memorial Day weekend. The private access to the beach and balcony looking out at the water is amazing. Like the other reviews say, the house is old and falling apart but its still very comfy. The ground floor room is very musty and I wouldn't ask anyone to spend time in there. We would love to stay here for location alone, but hopefully at a little lower price point. The condition of the house is not befitting the premium you pay for location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Elisha W.

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

Great location!

Great location! The house does need some updating and the additional room did smell of mildew. Linens and towels were provided, however we did have to purchase other basic necessities such as dish soap, sponges, trash bags, hand soap and toilet paper. Overall, a decent place to stay and great views of the ocean!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia M.

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

Family fun

The support beam in corner of deck is broken and that part gives master bedroom over head light is very dim. I was very pleased with the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Yvon F.

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

Shoo Fly:

The beach was fantastic. The house needs some simple repairs and appears neglected on basic repairs and amenities. Is operational with the basics and the location is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Great Stay!

Our family had a great stay at this property. House was clean and if there was an issue, the property manager took care of it immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Dated & bit Ran down

Property team was very kind and nice to help. House is in a great location. It s very dated and a bit ran down. Electrical issues when we stayed. (Light switch lightly shocked a child) It was clean and lovely view- we made the best of it. There is also not a walk way from the house to the beach like the other beach front homes, so we had to go to the neighboring lot to take the walkway. If your ok with things a bit rickety and falling apart, you’ll be fine. Walls peeling in the bathroom. Old dryer that puts lent all over your clothes. Deck that was leaning a bit. 4th detached room with bunk beds not suitable for young children given it’s downstairs outside entry only. Also with it being a sort of basement it smelt musty/moldy and a dehumidifier in the room (didn’t work well). Was slightly disappointed in what we received for the price compared to other NC beach homes.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Shoo Fly

Excellent beach. Very nice property. We only needed a 1 bedroom, but this house was too good to pass up for the price. Right on the beach! Pets allowed! Easy process check-in and check-out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

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

Fun NC Beach Experience

My family and I (9 people total) greatly enjoyed our stay at Shoo Fly. The ocean views and beach access were the best part - the beach in front of the house is gorgeous. 9 people were able to fit comfortably. The grill was also a nice item to have.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We would stay here again.

Location is great. Beach is lovely and uncrowded. Everything in the home works and is present. Home especially floors in bathrooms could use a good deep cleaning. Couch and loveseat definitely need replacing. Water damage/peeling in several places on ceiling looks bad. Some of the ceiling fans are on their last legs, their lights don't work and they need replacing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

sharon m.

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

Shoo fly stay

Our family had a great time at the shoofly. Everything was clean and orderly. The only issue that we seem to have with the sliding glass doors were so heavy and stiff you can barely open and shut them. The blinds that were covering the sliding glass doors were also very stiff and hard to manage. It would be nice for those to be updated.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Laurie C., Wake Forest, NC USA

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

Adorable bungalow on the beach!

The house was easy to check into as there is a coded lock on the door. It was clean. Had everything I needed: Keurig, microwave, blender, dishwasher, washer/dryer, spices., cookware. Comfy couches. Great shower pressure. Deck with rocking chairs looking at ocean. Great location on Kure Beach. Had most of the beach to ourselves. AC stopped cooling one night. Property manager very responsive. It was fixed within three hours of contacting them. I (personally) would not recommend the downstairs bedroom (which has a separate outside door access.) It’s cute but has a heavy moldy smell like a basement would. There is a dehumidifier in there which helps. It gets full on a daily basis. The beach access is a little quirky. The walkway is on the vacant lot next to the house. There is a "no trespassing" sign on it but some folks ignore it anyway. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

John F.

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

Perfect Location

House needs updating but the views and location are amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Beautiful Beach Location

The location of this house was perfect! It felt like we had our own private beach in front of the house, not crowded at all. We were able to bring our two small dogs which was wonderful, they had plenty of grass area and all tile/hardwood throughout the unit. Nice distance from Kure Pier, Fort Fisher beach, and the aquarium (which we recommend visiting all three very highly!). The house was very nice, great size, and overall clean enough. It could use a few minor improvements but nothing major, such as we had to clean dirt from the drawers before using them, and the blinds in the master bedroom were broken, but overall very happy and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Chris W.

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

Loved it!

So easy and just breath taking to be able to look out from the living room and see the ocean!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Irina F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location but the property needs some cleaning!

The house is extremely well placed, near attractions and oceanfront. We liked the clean sheets and towels, and the provision of the first set of paper towels and toilet paper. We also enjoyed the gas grill and the under the deck area. However, the house needs to be better cleaned (there were dust bunnies and sand under the beds, under the couch pillows, under the refrigerator and the fan blades were full of dust). On the listing it was not clear the the room with bunk beds was totally outside ( you had to go outside and down the stairs to reach it). The downstairs room was smelling of mildew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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