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'LIVE OAKS' - POOL SIDE CONDO AT OCEAN DUNES

 
 
 
Kure Beach condo rental - Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player
Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player
  • Kure Beach condo rental - Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player
    Dining area off living room and kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker
    Master Bedroom--King Mattress/door to full bath at left of bed
    32" LCD Panasonic TV in Master Bedroom and DVD player
    Bedroom 2--Queen Four-Poster Bed
    Bedroom 3--Queen Bed w/ 26" LCD TV on wall (not in picture)
  • Kure Beach condo rental - Hall bath
    Condo faces outdoor pool w/ picnic area and gazebo
    View from deck into live oaks grove and path to private beach access
    This is the view from our walkway--the reason you came! Enjoy!
    Private beach access directly across street from sign in photo 1
    Indoor heated pool at Ocean Dunes Recreation Center
  • Kure Beach condo rental - Hot tub in the Ocean Dunes Recreation Center
    Sign at entry (on right of road) to 2206A
    Covered walkway between our buildings and elevator access
    Rec center (background) and covered pavillion for shuffleboard and tennis courts
 
Kure Beach condo rental - Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player

Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player

Dining area off living room and kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker

Dining area off living room and kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker

Master Bedroom--King Mattress/door to full bath at left of bed

Master Bedroom--King Mattress/door to full bath at left of bed

32" LCD Panasonic TV in Master Bedroom and DVD player

32" LCD Panasonic TV in Master Bedroom and DVD player

Bedroom 2--Queen Four-Poster Bed

Bedroom 2--Queen Four-Poster Bed

Bedroom 3--Queen Bed w/ 26" LCD TV on wall (not in picture)

Bedroom 3--Queen Bed w/ 26" LCD TV on wall (not in picture)

Hall bath

Hall bath

Condo faces outdoor pool w/ picnic area and gazebo

Condo faces outdoor pool w/ picnic area and gazebo

View from deck into live oaks grove and path to private beach access

View from deck into live oaks grove and path to private beach access

This is the view from our walkway--the reason you came! Enjoy!

This is the view from our walkway--the reason you came! Enjoy!

Private beach access directly across street from sign in photo 1

Private beach access directly across street from sign in photo 1

Indoor heated pool at Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Indoor heated pool at Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Hot tub in the Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Hot tub in the Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Sign at entry (on right of road) to 2206A

Sign at entry (on right of road) to 2206A

Covered walkway between our buildings and elevator access

Covered walkway between our buildings and elevator access

Rec center (background) and covered pavillion for shuffleboard and tennis courts

Rec center (background) and covered pavillion for shuffleboard and tennis courts

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Kure Beach vacation condo rental
Condo, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 6)

Ocean Dunes is a condo complex with the feel of a private club. Vacationers here have access to a large private indoor recreation center w/ pool, sauna, exercise room and gathering area as well as extensive outdoor facilities such as tennis and basketball courts, three outdoor pools and even shuffleboard. The Ocean Dunes resort complex takes great pride in maintaining its appearance and its amenities as well as its half mile of private beach.

Our condo is located directly across the street from the ocean front units on what is known as the garden side. Our part of the complex features twisted live oak trees that shade our balconies in the rear while our condo fronts onto a nicely landscaped in-ground pool with a gazebo and grills for picnicking as well as comfortable deck chairs placed around the fenced-in pool. Directly across the street is our private access to the beach (with shower) which we reach by following the path through our oaks. As you enter the Ocean Dunes area you leave the hustle and bustle of the public beach behind. Ocean Dunes is located at the tip of Pleasure Island, and behind our complex and to our south side is the Fort Fisher State Park with extensive grounds of its own, its own beach area and a well-thought out museum. Beyond that is the North Carolina Aquarium and beyond that is the end of the island where you can catch the ferry for Southport, a fun 30 minute ocean ride to this old historic city with its farmer’s and artisan market on Wednesdays, antique and craft shops as well as several restaurants on their dock. When you leave our complex and head north instead, you find the restaurants and board walk for our island and its many evening activities including outdoor concerts and movies.

We love to just sit out on our deck and enjoy the peace of our complex or put on our walking shoes and walk along the beach or the half mile to the state park with its own trails and beach. When we are looking for a change of pace, we leave the island and either go to Southport and or take the River Road to Wilmington (about a 20 minute drive through the country) where we shop, eat at one of our favorite restaurants, take in a play, or visit one of the museums there such as the USS North Carolina. Two major malls are also located off the island at about 10 miles from our condo in the other direction, and the route to them is lined with a wide variety of restaurants and specialty shops.

Our sunny 3 bedroom corner condo is located in a newly constructed building with complete handicap accessibility including an elevator. We hope to retire here and have furnished it as our second home. We welcome guests who will tread lightly and treat our property as if it were their own. Even though we are located beyond the hustle and bustle of any busy downtown area, we are just a short drive away from fine restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, Wal-Mart and Lowe’s! Fish lovers will find both excellent fresh fish right off the boat as well as the opportunity to venture out from the Carolina Beach dock into the Atlantic Ocean for an angling adventure.

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About John Virgint

John and I are retired teachers from Ohio. Our family always shared a large beach house with John's extended family every summer that our children were growng up, and when we began to think about retiring, we knew this was the place for us! We purchased our Ocean Dunes condo in 2006 and grab every chance we get to head down here. We totally agree with the James Taylor sentiment: 'In my mind I'm goin' to Carolina'

John Virgint purchased this condo in 2006
Why John Virgint chose Kure Beach

We chose our condo because of its location. Ocean Dunes stands out as a quiet, upscale and family friendly place with a larger number of amenities than any of the other area complexes.

It is also much newer, as our building was just rebuilt in 2008. It is well-maintained and its extensive indoor facilities make it a good year-round place for people like us who spend time here during the winter school vacations as well as during the summer. We have very young nieces who live near-by, and they love to come swimming in the pool out front or indoors when it's off-sseason. When we want a change of pace from the beach, we can go to downtown Wilmington and eat at one of the restaurants on its boardwalk or shop or go to a nightspot. Alternatively, we can take the ferry to Soutport. And if you like history, there is a lot to explore. Wilmington was the primary port of the Confederacy during the Civil War, the boyhood home of President Woodrow Wilson and the birthplace of famous sons newsman David Brinkley and athlete Michael Jordan. Our friends always want to go through the World War 11 battleship the USS North Carolina or take a river cruise up and down the Cape Fear River from downtown Wilmington. When our friends come to visit us, they run out of time before we run out of adventures for them!

What makes this condo unique

Ocean Dunes is a condo complex but it is run like a private club. Our visitors have access to a large private indoor recreation center w/ pool, sauna, exercise room and gathering area as well as to extensive outdoor facilities such as tennis and basketball courts, three outdoor pools and even shuffleboard. The Ocean Dunes resort complex takes great pride in maintaining its appearance and its amenities as well as its half mile of private beach. And we are steps away from a state national park, which gives us a quiet, natural atmosphere free from the traffic and noise of many other area locations.

Kure Beach condo rental - Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player

Living Room w/ View of Deck/36" Samsung LCD TV and DVD player

Dining area off living room and kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker

Dining area off living room and kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker

Master Bedroom--King Mattress/door to full bath at left of bed

Master Bedroom--King Mattress/door to full bath at left of bed

32" LCD Panasonic TV in Master Bedroom and DVD player

32" LCD Panasonic TV in Master Bedroom and DVD player

Bedroom 2--Queen Four-Poster Bed

Bedroom 2--Queen Four-Poster Bed

Bedroom 3--Queen Bed w/ 26" LCD TV on wall (not in picture)

Bedroom 3--Queen Bed w/ 26" LCD TV on wall (not in picture)

Hall bath

Hall bath

Condo faces outdoor pool w/ picnic area and gazebo

Condo faces outdoor pool w/ picnic area and gazebo

View from deck into live oaks grove and path to private beach access

View from deck into live oaks grove and path to private beach access

This is the view from our walkway--the reason you came! Enjoy!

This is the view from our walkway--the reason you came! Enjoy!

Private beach access directly across street from sign in photo 1

Private beach access directly across street from sign in photo 1

Indoor heated pool at Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Indoor heated pool at Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Hot tub in the Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Hot tub in the Ocean Dunes Recreation Center

Sign at entry (on right of road) to 2206A

Sign at entry (on right of road) to 2206A

Covered walkway between our buildings and elevator access

Covered walkway between our buildings and elevator access

Rec center (background) and covered pavillion for shuffleboard and tennis courts

Rec center (background) and covered pavillion for shuffleboard and tennis courts

Nearest Airport : Wilmington ILM Airport at 23 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Fort Fisher-Southport Ferry at 1.5 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Jack Mackarels at 1.5 Miles

Fort Fisher Historic Site and Museum, North Carolina Aquarium, Forth Fisher-Southport Ferry All Within 5 Minutes of Our Condo

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Rental Rates for this vacation condo rental in Kure Beach, North Carolina

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

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  • Fee plus add 13% hotel tax + cleaning
  • US Dollars
  • Dates Nightly Weekly Min Nights Turn Day Cleaning+tax
  • Jan 01-Apr 07 .. $120/night .. $ 800/week (3 night minimum) $65+13% tax
  • Apr 07-May 19 .. $125/night .. $ 962/week (3 night minimum) $65+13% tax
  • May 19-Jun 23 .. $1128/week (7 night minimum) Sunday $65+13% tax
  • Jun 23-Jul 28 .. $1241/week (7 night minimum) Sunday $65+13% tax
  • Jul 28-Sept 1.. $1171/week (7 night minimum) Sunday $65+13% tax
  • Sept 1-Oct 27 .. $125/night .. $ 962/week (3 night mininum) $65+13% tax
  • Oct 27-Dec 31 .. $120/night .. $ 800/week (3 night minimum) $65+13% tax

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation condo rental in Kure Beach, North Carolina

Property Type:
  • condo
General:
  • Wireless Internet
  • Broadband Access ...
    DSL link through ATT
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Telephone ...
    Desktop phone (Vonage)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Off Street ...
    See Above
  • Elevator
  • Covered Parking ...
    Covered Parking for One Vehicle Directly Below Condo and Steps from Elevator; One Additional Visitor Space Provided
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer ...
    Room for Small Boat at Back of Lot
  • Free Long Distance ...
    Through Vonage
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen ...
    The Kitchen Also Has a Microwave, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Steamer, Blender, Griddle, Disposal and Dishwasher. My Husband Loves to Cook and There Are Excellent Kitchen Utensils, Pans, Cutlery and Dishware.
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    See Above
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • King size beds (1) King in Master Bedroom Suite, Queen size Beds (2) Queen Beds in Other Two Bedrooms
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    (3) LCD Flatscreen TVs in master (32") living room (37") & front bedroom (24"). w/ DVD Players in master and living room
Outside:
  • Gazebo ...
    Large Wooden Gazebos Beside Swimming Pools Provide Shade and Seating to Visitors Taking a Break from Swimming and to Parents Watching Their Children. Grills Are Located in This Garden Area Beside the Gazebo and Pool.
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Double Wooden Deck is Shaded by Live Oak Trees and is Reachable Through Double Sliding Doors from Both the Living Room and the Master Bedroom. Deck Has Plenty of Seating with Table and Four Chairs as Well as Two Additional Recliner-Type Chairs.
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Balcony ...
    Double Balcony/Deck as Described Above
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    Condos in the 2200 Building Have Near-by Elevator Access and Wider Hallways and Baths to Allow Easy Wheelchair Access.
  • children welcome ...
    In Our Complex, the Indoor Pool and Outdoor Pools w/ Shaded Gazeboes Provide Young Swimmers with a Break from the Ocean Tides and Sun. The Complex is Located 5 Minutes from Fort Fisher State Park Which Has a Museum and Daily Living History Presentations that Are Also Aimed at Children. the Jungle Rapids (a Water Park W/ Go-Carts and Miniature Golf) and the Lively Board Walk with Evening Programs and Outdoor Movies (and Fireworks on Holidays) Provide Family-Friendly Programming Right on the Island.
  • limited accessibility ...
    There is a New Elevator Located Within 25 Feet of Our Condo, and Our 2200 Building, Which was Rebuilt in 2008, Has Complete Interior and Exterior Handicapped Access, Including Wider Hallways and Bathrooms.
Pool / Spa:
  • Shared Hot Tub
  • Sauna ...
    Located in Indoor Recreation Center Within Easy Walking Distance of Our Condo
  • Communal Pool ...
    Condo Faces on One of Three Outdoor Pools; Additional Large Heated Indoor Pool in Recreation Center (Open Year-Round)
Attractions:
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • recreation center
  • live theater
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • zoo
  • health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • boating
  • scenic drives
  • sight seeing
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • shelling
  • shopping
  • shuffleboard
  • wildlife viewing
  • miniature golf
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkeling/diving
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • golf
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • basketball court
  • pier fishing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • deepsea fishing
Notes: The Ocean Dunes Complex is Organized Like a Private Club. It Includes a Large, Well-Maintained and Staffed Year-Round Indoor Recreation Center W/ Heated Pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna and Fitness Center. Guests at Ocean Dunes Also Have Access to One of Three Outdoor Pools, Tennis Courts, Basketball and Shuffleboard.

Reviews for this vacation condo rental in Kure Beach, North Carolina

'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
average rating of 5.0 based on 37 reviews
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'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p283785vb
(937) 524-9424 (Ohio)
Kure Beach Southern Coast
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Nice place but bad weather!

Submitted: May 8, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
The place was great. It was the perfect size for us and we hope to stay there again someday. Unfortunately the weather was AWFUL. We didn’t even get to go to the beach
business
'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p283785vb
(937) 524-9424 (Ohio)
Kure Beach Southern Coast
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

Thanksgiving at Kure Beach

Submitted: November 28, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
John,

We had a glorious Thanksgiving! Your place was just the right size for our family and we enjoyed the Kure Beach area and amenities. My husband cooked a full turkey with vegetables, apple pie and pumpkin pie. We relaxed and ate ourselves silly. My younger son has already declared that he always wants to come back to Live Oaks for the holidays! My older son noticed the proximity to the pier and would love to return with his fishing gear next time!

Thank you for sharing your place at the beach with us. I hope you had a good holiday as well!
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p283785vb
(937) 524-9424 (Ohio)
Kure Beach Southern Coast
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Nice weekend and we loved your deck!

Submitted: October 22, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
Hi John, thanks so much for the quick turnaround on the deposit! We had a great time at the Seafood. Jazz & Blues festival. We enjoyed staying at your condo it was cheerfully decorated and very comfortable. To others who are looking for a beachfront vacation a great alternative is being able to sit out on the deck under the large live oak trees. This is where we had our daily morning coffee. Thanks again, hope we have the opportunity to stay a your place again.
business
'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p283785vb
(937) 524-9424 (Ohio)
Kure Beach Southern Coast
Charlotte, NC
5

Live Oaks

5 of 5
Submitted: September 9, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
We stayed at this wonderful condo for the week of August 12th, 2012 and really enjoyed our time. The Condo was in terrific condition and it was such a short walk to the beach. We also spent a lot of time reading on the deck and enjoying Kure Beach Activities. Thank you for letting us use your home
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
business
'Live Oaks' - Pool Side Condo at Ocean Dunes
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p283785vb
(937) 524-9424 (Ohio)
Kure Beach Southern Coast
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
3

The condo was fantastic for all of us!

Submitted: August 8, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
Hi John
I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your condo last week. My wife and I were joined by my son, his wife and our 13 month twin grandsons. The condo was fantastic for all of us. The rattan furniture, with its rounded corners and soft cushions made an extremely safe area. We also went to the indoor pool daily with our duck floaties and gave the boys swim time without sun exposure. It was like having a private pool. Then, after our afternoon naps, we would head to the beach for an hour to explore the rocks and build sand castles to destroy.
I enjoyed looking through all of the decorating magazines and books laying around while my son enjoyed reading on the deck in the shade. My wife and son both used the fitness center several times and were impressed. We all visited the Aquarium and my wife, a history junkie, and I visited Fort Fisher. We also used the grill two times and really enjoyed Michaels for seafood one night. We did not get to try the outdoor pool but it was kept clean and all of the personnel at Ocean Dunes were very friendly.
Normally, when we go to the beach, we spend lots of time on the beach. This time was different in that we had specific schedules to follow and wanted to make sure that the twins slowly learned to love and appreciate the beach. Thanks again!
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