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To the south, Carolina Beach merges into the town of Kure Beach. Kure Beach (pronounced "CURE-ee") is a younger community. Development began in the 1870s when Hans Andersen Kure moved from Denmark and bought large tracts of land in the middle of the island. Apparently, things moved slowly because Kure Beach wasn't incorporated until 1947. Today Kure Beach is overwhelmingly residential, dotted with modest cottages, new upscale houses and a number of beach motels. Several condominium buildings cluster together in one area, but there is little in the way of tall buildings. In fact, new structures may not be built taller than 35 feet. At the center of town, a popular fishing pier extends well out over the ocean and there are several restaurants. A charming boardwalk with benches extends north along the beach and is lighted at night. Once upon a time, some of the best real estate deals could be found in Kure Beach, but today this sleepy beach town is fast growing in popularity and price.

Two of the newest developments, Kure Beach Village and Beachwalk, feature homes and town homes along with tennis courts, pools and clubhouses. You won't find a lot of amusement park–style entertainment here, although there is an arcade. There is very little in the way of shopping. A permanent population of 1,500 residents makes for a very close community, but Kure Beach's small size should not lead visitors to think they're out in the boondocks. The town maintains its own municipal services and fire protection, and a local planner describes the community as being "like any big city, only smaller." Kure Beach will remain small because it is completely surrounded. The Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Historic Site are on the south side, and the U.S. Government owns the west side as part of a buffer zone for the military terminal at Sunny Point across the Cape Fear River. Carolina Beach borders the town on the north. Of course, the Atlantic Ocean forms the east border. Graphic sourced with thanks from Victorybeachvacations.com/


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  • South Wind Motel (2009-07-17)

    Located in Kure Beach, New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

    South Wind Motel

    South Wind Motel located in the heart of Kure Beach, offers Double Efficiencies and Double Rooms close to the beach and tourist attractions and 4 restaurants, the famous Kure fishing pier, arcades for the children, and shopping, Aquarium, Amusement park, boardwalk, USS Battleship, Charter fishing fleet, Water slides, Cotton Exchange, Chandler's Wharf, Golf courses, Moonlight cruises, Beach State Park, Riverfront Park, Historic Wilmington Park, Ferry rides, Southport, ToteEm-In-Zoo and much mo

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  • Palm Air Realty (2009-07-17)

    Located in Kure Beach, New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

    Palm Air Realty

    Palm Air Realty offer a diverse array of vacation rental properties in Kure Beach including a range of on-site "Palm Air Cottages" to off-site condos and homes. Offerings include oceanfront, 2nd row or Pet Friendly accommodation.

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