Title: Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=122798&destination=Kure+Beach%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=115546831&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats ## Photo gallery for Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats ![Studio (6 Bedrooms) | Pool - Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546900/115546831/205fee49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Studio (6 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546900/115546831/e22b94c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (6 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546900/115546831/421b9e78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (6 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546900/115546831/c8d93589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio (6 Bedrooms) | Property amenity - Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546900/115546831/639ae9bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats provides amenities, such as a marina and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 164423 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats A marina, a restaurant and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. The holiday home provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as 6 bathrooms and a dryer, while a TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Televisions come with cable channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Dining - A restaurant ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 6 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Marina ### Laundry - Dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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) ## Similar properties ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91920000/91916200/91916175/61dfd778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sand Dunes Kure Beach - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Big Kahuna Kure Beach Big Kahuna Private vacation home Big Kahuna Private vacation home Kure Beach ## About the area Located in Kure Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Kure Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kure-Beach.dx122798) [View more Holiday homes in Kure Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kure-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d122798-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.98338%2C-77.91116&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WRX5H1SKpf4SK07v6Cku_F6-jeY=) 1017 S. Ft. Fisher Blvd., Kure Beach, NC, 28449 ### What's nearby - ![Ocean waves and fishing pier at Kure Beach, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/624896182970966016/1aafe4bb-7753-4fb1-84a6-c9f6470a0441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kure Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Fort Fisher State Recreation Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/122798/b751004b-8cae-47ca-98f7-7c369b51cb2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Fisher State Recreation Area 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Fort Fisher State Historic Site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/122798/b751004b-8cae-47ca-98f7-7c369b51cb2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Fisher State Historic Site 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![Early Morning at Kure beach Pier, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661041/d93501f9-40ef-45e0-b53b-acc505a698db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kure Beach Pier 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Ocean Front Park 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 8 min drive - Island Burgers And Bites 8 min drive - The Sandspur 8 min drive - Crush & Grind 8 min drive - Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats? ### What time is check-in at Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats? ### What time is check-out at Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats? ### Where is Big Kahuna by Carolina Retreats located? ## Have a question? 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