800 NC AVE
- Carolina Beach, NC
- $1,625,000
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Carolina Beach is the livelier, more developed of the two. It has a classic beach-town atmosphere with a boardwalk, amusement rides, restaurants, ice cream shops, bars, and lots of vacation rentals. The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is especially popular in summer.
Kure Beach is smaller, quieter, and more residential. It has a more relaxed feel, with a long beach, fishing pier, fewer crowds, and easy access to Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Civil War history and the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
The beaches: Both have broad sandy beaches and are good for swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and beach walks. Carolina Beach tends to feel busier; Kure Beach feels more peaceful.
For families: Kure Beach is great if you want a quieter vacation, while Carolina Beach has more entertainment within walking distance.
For nightlife/restaurants: Carolina Beach wins. There's considerably more going on after dark.
Overall vibe: Think Carolina Beach = lively classic beach vacation and Kure Beach = laid-back coastal getaway.
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Freeman Park: Long enjoyed by residents and vacationers alike, the undeveloped north end of Carolina Beach offers a rustic beach option for those wanting to drive their car up to the shore. You can even bring your dog, have a campfire, and spend the night.
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Fort Fisher: Rich in history with breathtaking views, Fort Fisher draws those seeking to spend a day at the beach, take in a litte history, or catch the ferry at the southern tip for a day in Southport.
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Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off
Each spring, Carolina Beach hosts the area's only chowder cook-off at the lake. This is a daylong event also featuring live music and activities for the whole family.
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Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
The only one of its kind in the area, the tiki bar is a popular hangout on the pier for those seeking a fun island-like experience.
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Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Festival
Bringing together sports, health and wellness, and the arts, the dragon boat festival is a new addition to the island that has been such a hit, it's sure to be around for years to come.
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