Title: Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105847316&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Carolina Beach ## Photo gallery for Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! ![Beach nearby - Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105847400/105847316/6d537b88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105847400/105847316/246406bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105847400/105847316/77ab433d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105847400/105847316/2a23e969.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! (Kure Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105847400/105847316/be3e1137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Mermaid Crossing, a charming Kure Beach vacation rental with partial beach views and community scenery. Relax on the upper deck patio or in the cozy living room with smart TV, then enjoy meals at the breakfast bar or dining table. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81652 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! Welcome to Mermaid Crossing, a charming vacation rental located in beautiful Kure Beach, NC. This inviting home sleeps 8 guests comfortably in 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 modern bathrooms, spread across two floors. Step outside to find an upper deck patio, an excellent spot for relaxing, dining, sipping coffee, or sunbathing. Enjoy partial beach views and community scenery from the property. Beach access is across the street, making it easy to enjoy the sand and surf. The living room is perfect for relaxation, featuring a cozy couch and chaise lounger in front of a smart TV, creating an ideal space for movie nights or simply unwinding. The full-size kitchen is fully equipped, making it easy to prepare delicious meals throughout your stay. Enjoy your meals at the breakfast bar or the dining table, perfect for family gatherings. The Primary Bedroom has a King bed and ensuite bathroom. Each of the other three bedrooms offer a queen bed, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. Two of the bedrooms have access to a covered lower patio, providing a serene outdoor retreat. All three bathrooms feature single vanities and refreshing showers. Additional amenities include an on-site washer and dryer, a gas grill for barbecuing, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Explore local activities such as shopping, spas, restaurants, a movie theater, water sports, fishing, and more. Book your stay at Mermaid Crossing today for an unforgettable beach getaway! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,652 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103442900/103442872/047fcc2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🦈 Shark Shack: Ocean Views | Walk to Beach | Prime Location 🦈 Carolina Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.4 Good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=103442872&PinnedHotelID=103442872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152100/106152035/7b5682b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Retreat Yo Self: spacious pet friendly duplex just steps to the beach Wilmington Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=106152035&PinnedHotelID=106152035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66460000/66455800/66455754/66bf6449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Weekly + Monthly Off Season Discounts! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 1684 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach.dx86785) [View more Vacation homes in Carolina Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d86785-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C34.01305%2C-77.90121&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J2vchHNaNrOCYA1z-ffVpRqFHvU=) Kure Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Pretty oceanfront beach rentals; Shutterstock ID 45397519; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087231/730cd10e-07e7-4850-ba5c-75bee6f47197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carolina Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![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 14 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![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 \- 1.9 km - ![BJR9AT View of Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, North Carolina USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819995/7f893ea0-df35-47ee-8cba-0a79140afac3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carolina Beach Boardwalk 4 min drive \- 2.9 km - Ocean Front Park 2 min drive \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Island Burgers And Bites 4 min drive - McDonald's 4 min drive - The Sandspur 3 min drive - Nollie's Taco Joint 4 min drive - Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar 15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill!? ### What time is check-out at Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill!? ### Where is Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mermaid Crossing | Coastal Retreat, Nearby Beach Access, Two Patios + Grill! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda C. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Great home very close to the beach. We will be back ##### Amanda C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim K. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Crossing. The rental is spacious, beautifully decorated, and met or exceeded all of our family’s needs. It was our first visit to Kure Beach, and we fell in love with the charming beach town. We hope to visit again soon. BlueWater Realty Carolina Retreats was absolutely wonderful to work with and always responded promptly to any questions that we had. A+ service! Thank you for a great vacation! ##### Kim K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin C. Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house. Easy access to the beach. Very clean and great patio spaces. The outdoor shower was very convenient. Perfect for a family getaway for a weekend. ##### Kevin C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BethAnn A. May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay The house was beautiful and close to the beach. Clean and spacious. There was a beautiful veiw of the ocean from the upper deck. Ww would definitely stay again. ##### BethAnn A. 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