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Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities

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Escape to Haven by the Sea, an oceanfront condo in Kure Beach, North Carolina. Relax on your private deck overlooking the ocean and take a short stroll to the beach via the adjacent walkway. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, large living room with Smart TV and comfy seating area in this open floor plan home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities

  • ***All outdoor pools are now open for the season 9AM - 9PM Per the HOA***

    Wake up to the sound of waves and unobstructed ocean views right from your living room.

    Ocean Dunes 1603 is a true oceanfront condo where the Atlantic is your backdrop — featuring a private deck, vaulted ceilings, and access to one of the best amenity packages on Pleasure Island.

    ⭐ Why Guests Love This Condo
    - Direct oceanfront views from living room + deck
    - Private oceanfront balcony for sunrise coffee
    - Vaulted ceilings + wall of windows = bright, open feel
    - Loft + 2 full bathrooms (rare for 1BR units)
    - Access to indoor heated pool (year-round)
    - 3 outdoor pools + resort amenities
    - Steps to beach access

    ⭐Living Space
    The main living area is designed around the view:
    - full wall of glass sliders facing the ocean
    - natural light all day
    - open layout for relaxing

    ⭐Kitchen & Dining
    - Fully equipped kitchen
    - Dining table for meals + games
    - Easy access to deck for indoor/outdoor living

    ⭐Sleeping Setup (Better than most 1BRs)
    - Primary Bedroom (Main Level): King bed + ensuite
    - Loft: Queen bed + workspace + second full bath

    ⭐This setup works perfectly for:
    - couples
    - small families
    - 2 couples sharing

    ⭐Outdoor Living
    - Private oceanfront deck
    - Space for morning coffee + evening drinks
    - Direct path to beach access

    ⭐Ocean Dunes Resort Amenities
    - Indoor heated pool (open year-round)
    - 3 outdoor pools (seasonal)
    - Fitness center
    - Sauna + hot tub
    - Tennis, basketball, shuffleboard

    ⭐Location
    - Quiet south end of Kure Beach
    - Less crowded beaches
    Close to:
    - Fort Fisher
    - Aquarium
    - Kure Beach Pier

    ⭐Important Info
    - No pets
    - 2 parking spaces
    - Linens included
    - Must be 25+ to book

    The tennis and pickleball courts are being demolished now in preparation for the sub surface and surface work needed to re-build both courts later this year. THEY WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR USE UNTIL SPRING OF 2027

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
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.

About the area

Located in Kure Beach, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach, while North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Visit our Kure Beach travel guide
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Kure Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean waves and fishing pier at Kure Beach, North Carolina
    Kure Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
    Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site
    Fort Fisher State Historic Site
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
    North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Coquina Outcrop
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Crush & Grind
    9 min drive
  • Island Burgers And Bites
    9 min drive
  • El Cazador Carolina Beach
    9 min drive
  • Kate's Pancake House
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Kure Beach. Coquina Outcrop and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are also within 10 minutes.

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Ocean Dunes 1603 | Oceanfront Views + Private Deck + Resort Amenities Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great Beach

Absolutely loved the location, the unit was perfect for two.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

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

Relaxation by the Sea

The unit is lovely, quiet and well-appointed with everything you need for a comfortable vacation (even good books!). And the setting, right on the Atlantic Ocean, is incredibly beautiful and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice Property

Great location, nice property, great view of the ocean. Had a good time. Property was exactly as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Clean and beautiful

The condo was very clean and had a beautiful view!!! Very close oceanfront access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Honeymoon

Wonderful location. Loved listening to the waves. Though it is listed as first floor, there are stairs required to get to the first floor. Overall a wonderful vacation. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rana F.

Excellent stay by the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent stay by the beach. The condo was well maintained, very clean and overall a great place to stay for our family of four.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

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

Perfect condo for our little family

Very clean, well supplied condo with great views of the ocean. The beach is just steps from the condo with several places to access the sand and each had an outdoor shower. Having a private parking place with an area to store our beach chairs was so convenient. TThis wad
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Very nice trip.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had some issues but they were quickly resolved.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

dale y.

2024 vAVacation return to Kure Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rental was, again, very good! Would suggest that an inspection be done prior to renters' arrival to reduce risk of repair and condition issues. But would recommend to anyone ! Great location and time !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Great Time at Ocean Dunes 1603

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Ocean Dunes 1603 was perfect for the two of us. Ocean front view was great. Exactly as pictured, very clean and well stocked. We had three issues that A1 promptly took care of. Toilet tank quit filling, repaired that day. A/C quit cooling, repaired that same day. Ice maker in fridge wasn’t working. David( property manager?) offered to bring bags of ice when it was determined ice maker couldn’t be repaired. We came back later in the day to find a counter top ice maker was brought in!! Now that’s customer service! Kudos to Kayla in the office, David and a few others for their professionalism. Everyone at A1 was very friendly, professional and focused on our satisfaction. Ocean Dunes 1603 is a beautiful unit with the upstairs loft with 2nd bathroom. The spiral stairs can be a little scary but we had no issues going up or down. We will rent again from A1 Property Management! And have decided to rent 1603 again this year if possible. We love how quiet it was at this particular building. Great job A1! We will recommend you guys and can’t wait to come back!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dean G.

Beachy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WONDERFUL
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deanna N.

Beautiful, clean, well-appointed condo for our vacation home base

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Easy to rent the property, no unpleasant surprises, all costs accurately described up front, and the property was gorgeous and comfortable. I’ve used A1 in the past and have never been disappointed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place. We really enjoyed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great Location

The views from this place were excellent. We loved the short walk to the beach. We also enjoyed how everything worked; we had all the conveniences we needed. Nicely decorated
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Beautiful view!

Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Beautiful

It was amazing and hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

AMAZING

GREAT PLACE AMAZING VIEW. VERY SATISFIED WITH THE ENTIRE TRIP
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

July 2025 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay very much, looking forward to returning!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Clean and quiet

My family stayed here for our first family vacation and loved every moment! Everything looked very clean, the neighbors were quiet, and the view of the ocean from the balcony was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dale y.

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

Kure Beach 2023

Extremely good! Great time and accommodations! Would highly recommend.!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Crystal

We stay here every year, we love it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

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

Beauty and Value!

We’ve been coming here for years. Gorgeous beach, quiet and never crowded. Super convenient to Carolina Beach, Southport and Wilmington. The condo feels like home and worries melt away as you cross the threshold. We will return again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip T.

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

Relaxing

We had a great week. Condo was everything we expected. Beach was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful five night stay. My favorite part of the week was sitting on the deck watching the waves and drinking coffee. The condo is in a great location, a short walk around the building and the walkway to the beach is there directly in front of the deck. We had everything we needed in the condo to make our stay enjoyable. The pools were all close to the condo and it was a short drive to the aquarium and Fort Fisher. I’d definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Unplanned Vacation

This trip was on where me and my wife Linda just said let's get away for a long weekend. Could not have been more pleased with our unit. Would love to revisit soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020