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Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Surf City, NC
  • Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Inis Spa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.

“Sea Life” A well decorated, pet friendly, ocean view townhome in a convenient location just walking distance to the pier, restaurants, bars and shops, with its own private, covered parking for two vehicles.
How you interpret ‘sea life’ is down to you! It may be the wonderful marine life on the island that you’ll spot, the shells you collect, the life on the beach around you - whatever you find brings you happiness and a sense of fulfilment at the ocean.

This is one of the most popular locations on the island!
The home is on an ocean front lot. You can see it has two duplexes built in front of it but you still have a great ocean and beach view to your left, right and straight ahead. You are only a number of steps to the sand!
You can sit out on the high top deck chairs, and enjoy the scenery. Plus as an extra bonus you can clearly see the waves, and often dolphins, from the kitchen and living area.
Guests love this location as the home is on a quiet street. It’s very rare there’s any street noise so you can hear the ocean at night too! We have a wonderful private beach access for the townhomes to use and it’s literally steps from the front door.
There is no road to cross to the beach and you are almost on the beach due to being on an ocean front lot already! You will not need to carry the beach gear far that's for sure. So much easier if you have little ones or your dogs with you.

Bed linens, Bath towels, wash cloths, hand towels, along with all the necessary items such as hair dryers, paper towels, trash bags, cleaning sprays, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, toilet paper and washing detergents are all provided for you with no limit! Plus beach chairs, loungers, Beach towels, umbrella, beach toys, and a beach blanket.
We even provide a furry friends kit if you are bringing along your pet- dog bowls, poop bags, dog blankets, a medium/ small crate and of course some tasty treats are all there for your dog. It's their vacation too right!? All this is included in your stay at no extra cost to you!

The home has 3 smart TVs including one 65” screen with 125 channels including ESPN.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all items you will need if you decide to cook in and enjoy the ocean view on an evening.
There is a water boiler, coffee machine and a keurig and pods.
The home has a king bed in the ocean side bedroom, a queen and twin in the second bedroom on the quiet roadside with the washing machine and dryer. I feel the size of the home would best suit families of up to 3-5 people. The kitchen, dining and living area is upstairs. There’s one flight of stairs to access this area in the house, and there are stairs outside from the carport up to the front door. The two bedrooms and bathroom are on the lower floor. The unit is 978 sq foot.

We have had this rental just over a year and refurbished it at the start of 2023. We have changed most of the furniture and decor and added everything you need- if you have stayed at the home before please don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have.
We are very excited to host you in 2024- we have been having vacations on Topsail island for many years and adore the island. We want you to enjoy our new home and Topsail Island as much as we do. We have the most wonderful, thorough cleaning/ hospitality manager who we are very lucky to have so we hope to provide you with an amazing stay.
Topsail really is a special place- the beach is amazing, very relaxing and there's plenty to see and do for all types of beach fanatics! Lastly we ask to report any items broken or not working. We stay at the house regularly to keep an eye on things and need to know about any problems so we can fix them for our next guests. We take immense pride in the home and want it to be enjoyed by all.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Surf City Beach. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Steps from Surf City Beach and 4 minutes on foot from Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi

Property manager

Pippa Wilson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: I cannot take certain breeds

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C., Manassas

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet getaway
Great location, property and very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Thoughtful and Comfortable Rental
We booked a stay here last minute and the host and the property manger were both very accommodating and easy to communicate with. My husband and I came with our 1.5 year old son and two dogs, and there were so many thoughtful touches for both babies and dogs (high chair, baby books, black out shades, dog treats, bowls etc) that made the whole experience feel very inviting. Great view and beach access from the unit. I would definitely recommend this listing to other families with young children and/or dogs!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
We’ve stayed at this house many times and absolutely LOVE it! You can’t beat the location and the home has everything you need for a great vacation. We’ll definitely be back, as we consider this our “home away from home”.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach Getaway
Maybe the best thing I can say about this rental is that it was exactly as advertised. “Almost” ocean front, with just enough of a view of the water to enjoy it, and honestly closer to the water than many rentals we’ve had that were technically ocean-front. It is a great location that is walking distance to many great dinner and breakfast spots, and the setup is perfect for a family looking for a low-effort beach getaway. We enjoyed it so much that we immediately booked a return visit for this spring!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding getaway
Perfect location and almost ocean front just like the name says!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Surf City vacation
Beautiful home that is close to everything. Wonderful ocean front view. We enjoyed our time there and hope to be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C., Independence, united states

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd stay
This is our second stay at this property. Steps from the beach absolutely perfect location! The host is amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Few Things
Overall, we did enjoy our stay for four nights at your property however, I did find very long strand of hair on one of the blankets as I use them to keep warm. I also feel that use shower door in the bathroom more hygienic than a use of a shower curtain. I would definitely refer your property to anyone that was looking to visit surf city in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend stay
My wife, dog and I came here for a long weekend. Property was as described. Great location, with a wonderful view of the ocean from the balcony. Loved that the beach was so close and shops and restraunts were all within walking distance, which was our way of getting around for the weekend. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

iam s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing!
What an amazing property. Number one the location is so convenient. Covered parking and just about 30 steps and you are on the beach. Yes...I counted! Every little detail and necessity is included so you can just enjoy yourself. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Was a good weekend away and loved the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My pup and I had a great time. Loved the townhouse which was equipped with everything you would need from charging cords, to snacks, beach towels, chairs and more. I spent time on the back porch which has a view of the ocean which was great. It's not ocean front but you could sit drink your coffee and watch the surfers in the early morning riding the waves from the porch. You won't be disappointed if you were to rent this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We enjoyed the quiet and the close proximity to the beach!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surf City Oct get away
We had a great stay, the weather was beautiful, and the beach not crowded. As usual the place was clean and well stocked. A home away from home. Fur babies enjoyed the trip also. Pipa is a wonderful host that reached out to ensure we had no issues, Christine also reached out to ensure we had eveything we needed and to let us know to contact her if we needed anything. Cant wait till the next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay. Great location to beach. Also enjoyed the view from the porch and kitchen. Hope to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Condo was great and had absolutely everything we needed. Very clean and super view of the beach/ocean. Beach is steps away. The unit is very comfortable, manager super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin S., Sparta, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Excellent property!! So close to the beach. The home has everything you will need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach blast
Great getaway. Watched the waves, slept in, cooked in the excellent kitchen, walked our dog, thanks to the host’s dog hospitality. Perfect respite!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Beautiful view from deck and from kitchen! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Property!!
My family and I had an amazing vacation. The home is fully updated, clean, and practically oceanfront. I've been vacationing in Topsail now for 40 years and I won't hesitate to rent your wonderful property again next year! The Thompson Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Jenny K., Worthington, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great VRBO!
Our family needed some beach therapy and we happened to find this place on VRBO in a beach town we’ve never visited before. Pippa was easy to communicate with and Christine (the property manager) sent me a text the day of and was easy to get a hold of if needed. The place was exactly as described, awesome location to the beach, and great views of the ocean. We walked almost every where we went. It was a very quiet and relaxing vacation. Our kids loved that they each had their own bed and our pup enjoyed visiting the ocean for the first time. The king bed was also very comfortable! We will definitely be back! Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob and April C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and owners
Overall our stay was amazing! I stayed last year at the same property (different owner) and Pippa has really impressed me. She had everything there for us we would possibly need, even beach towels! Loved how she even had dog bowls and treats there as well. We did have a problem with the lock on the front door. In the middle of our stay it just quit working. Pippa and the property manager, Christine, were on it right away. Communication was top notch! We enjoyed our stay so much we booked the property for the same week for next year! Thank you for being such amazing hosts and we can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Great location. Great amenities. Condo was exactly as described. Had a little problem with one of the cabinets and it was fixed within a couple hours of me notifying the manager. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place!
Such a cute place! Loved the location and how close it was to the beach. Such a cute property. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023