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The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms, free WiFi
Smart TV
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

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  • Pet friendly
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  • Free WiFi
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  • Kitchen
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  • Washer
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  • Dryer
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  • Air conditioning
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Surf City, NC
  • Popular LocationOhana Paddle Sports1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSurf City Pier8 min walk
  • Popular LocationInis Spa11 min walk
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)42 min drive

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About this property

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

The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly!

Are you ready to enjoy all Surf City has to offer? Then your family, including the dog, need to look no further than The Knotty Hooker. This vintage cottage (with all of the modern conveniences) is located in the heart of Surf City! The public beach access is a short stroll away on Durham Ave, but on your way you can stop and rent a surfboard which is also walking distance from your door! The options are endless to while you explore Surf City by foot or bike! The sweeping views of the intracoastal waterway and the high-rise bridge from the sun deck will give you a front row seat to Topsail Islands breathtaking sunsets. Bring the boat! Soundside Park is right down the road to launch your water toys!  Dont forget to enjoy the massive private yard, which is great for lawn games, al fresco dining and more!

This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home (4th bedroom is the downstairs bonus room) has all of the modern conveniences, with classic touches, to make you feel right at home. The open kitchen and dining area make it easy to socialize while you enjoy a meal. Nothing better than walking across the street grabbing a Topsail Steamer Pot and enjoying a great night with the family!  

Downstairs is the bonus room!!! Counted as the 4th bedroom, it a full separate living space with a twin daybed "sofa" with trundle, large smart TV, full kitchen, dining space, a 1/2 bathroom PLUS direct, private access to the massive outdoor shower. The whole family can find some space while still being together. The Knotty Hooker is the place you can make memories year after year!

Sweet Dreams:  LINENS (BED/BATH) ARE NOT INCLUDED!

Soundfront South Bedroom: Queen Bed, TV & en suite bathroom with shower
Soundfront North Bedroom: 2 Double Beds, TV, shares hall bathroom with tub/shower
Middle South Bedroom: Queen Bed, TV, shares hall bathroom with tub/shower
Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Area
Ground Floor Bonus Space with Twin Daybed and Trundle, half bath, plus direct, private access to the enclosed outdoor shower.

Amenities :

Central Heat & Air
Keyless Entry
(4) Color TVs with Streaming
Covered Porch
Sun Deck
Covered Patio
2 Full Kitchens
Wireless Internet
Washer Dryer
Hot/Cold Enclosed Outdoor Shower

Location: 

Your beach rental is located approximately 0.7 miles south of the Surf City highrise bridge, near the central part of Topsail Island, puts you close to restaurants, shops, Surf City Pier and more! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island's past.

Additional Property Information:

Dog Friendly! Max 2 with a $150, non-refundable, pet fee!
Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises.
Linens (bed and bath) not included., but are available to rent.
Beach Butler Elevator not for use by guests.

Topsail Island Vacation Rentals | Trip Preparation:

Topsail Island rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay on Topsail be as close to home away from home as possible. All of our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, iron/ironing board and much more! See below for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your Topsail Island vacation rental. Please note that Topsail Island vacation rentals do not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through Ward Realty.

Property manager

Ward Realty Corp

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

128438

About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Escape Spa and Inis Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Surf City Beach and Southside Park. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 1 min walk
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 7 min walk
  • Surf City Pier - 8 min walk
  • Southside Park - 10 min walk
  • Inis Spa - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Peak Tap Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maine Lobstah Shack - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Knotty Hooker - Classic 3BR Soundfront Home - Pet Friendly! located?

Located in the heart of Surf City, this vacation home is steps from Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Beach. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Surf City Pier are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great soundfront location within walking distance of the beach (~2-3 min), pier and several shops right on the sound side of the island with beautiful sunsets in view from back deck. The deck has some wear and had a couple loose boards but they were very quick to come out within a couple hours of calling to help secure the boards they could without pulling up and replacing them. Very likely to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Time with Family
Great vibe, beautiful sound side location coinvent walking distance to beach, pier and restaurants. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Overall a great place to stay! The location is perfect and the deck had a great view. I would rent this place again-however the mattresses are so firm my husband and I didn’t sleep well and had back pain- That’s the one thing that would keep us from renting this place again (we would bring a foam topper or something similar). For us that’s why we gave it a 4 otherwise no complaints
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024