Close to Kure Beach Pier, Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10164 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach
Looking for a relaxing beach getaway where the whole family - including your dog - can feel right at home? Happy Honu offers the perfect combination of comfort, space, and easy coastal living.
With a fully fenced backyard, screened-in porch, bikes, wagon, and plenty of room for up to 10 guests, everything is set up for an easy and enjoyable Kure Beach vacation.
⭐ Why Guests Love Happy Honu Fully fenced backyard - great for dogs and kids Spacious screened-in porch for morning coffee and evening drinks Unique shaded deck built around a beautiful live oak tree Bikes, wagon, and beach gear included 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms - sleeps up to 10 Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area Outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach Easy walk to the beach, Kure Beach Pier, restaurants, and local favorites Quiet street with minimal traffic Parking for up to 4 cars in the driveway.
⭐ Living, Kitchen & Dining The open-concept layout makes it easy for everyone to spend time together, whether you're cooking dinner, watching a movie, or relaxing after a day at the beach.
Comfortable seating for the group Fully stocked kitchen Granite countertops and upgraded finishes Kitchen island with additional seating Dining table for family meals
⭐ Sleeping Arrangements Primary Bedroom: King bed Second Bedroom: Queen bed Third Bedroom: Queen bed Fourth Bedroom (downstairs): 2 bunk beds
The flexible layout works well for families, multiple couples, and mixed-age groups.
⭐ Outdoor Living Some of the best moments at Happy Honu happen outside. Start your morning with coffee on the screened-in porch, unwind on the unique shaded deck built around a live oak tree, or enjoy the fenced backyard with the family.
After a day at the beach, the outdoor shower makes rinsing off the sand quick and easy.
⭐ Dog-Friendly Details 🐾 Your four-legged family members are welcome too! Happy Honu welcomes dogs with prior approval, and the fully fenced backyard makes traveling with your pup even easier.
- $250 non-refundable pet fee. - Dogs must be leashed at all times outside the property - April 1 – September 30: Dogs are allowed on the beach before 9:00 AM and after 5:00 PM - October 1 – March 31: Dogs are allowed on the beach anytime
⭐ Good to Know - Check in is at 4:00PM or after and check out is at 10AM. - Linens and towels are included. - Must be 25 or older to rent. - Smoking is proibited on the deck or screened-in porch - A signed Booking Agreement is required before check-in.
Whether you're planning beach days, family dinners, relaxing evenings on the porch, or adventures around Kure Beach, Happy Honu is a comfortable home base for making great vacation memories.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Kure Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park, while Ocean Front Park and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are cultural highlights. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Kure Beach travel guide
Is Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Happy Honu - Dog-Friendly Beach Retreat, Screened Porch, Walk to Beach located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Joe Eakes Park and Kure Beach Pier. Kure Beach and Ocean Front Park are also within 5 minutes.
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