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"4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub

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Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Popular LocationOhana Paddle Sports3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurf City Pier4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSloop Point Plantation18 min drive
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)45 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

"4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub

"4 By The Shore", formerly “3 by the Sea”, is the oceanfront vacation home that you have dreamed of! Boasting 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, direct beach access, and spectacular views that are truly unforgettable! This home has a great floor plan that is set up for vacation living with 3 master bedroom suites, each with incredible ocean views.

Top Floor – Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, 1 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath, 1 Half Bath
*King Bedroom with en suite bath, television, and oceanfront deck access

First Floor – 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths
*King Bedroom with en suite bath, television, and oceanfront deck access
*Queen Bedroom with en suite bath, television, and oceanfront deck access
*Twin over Twin Bunk Bedroom with television
*Two Twin Bedroom with television and shared hall bath

Ground Floor – 1 Living Room/Bedroom
*Twin over Double Bunk Bedroom/Living Room with television

4 By The Shore
Sleeps 13



LINENS:
This property does not include linens with your reservation. You may bring your own linens, or we offer linens to rent for an additional fee. Please contact us to apply a linen rental to your reservation.



PET POLICY:
Dogs Allowed with Pet Fee

Please review our Dog Policy before booking your vacation. The Non-Refundable Pet Deposit is $200 per pet (2 dog maximum, price varies by home) and is NOT INCLUDED in rate. Please contact us to apply a pet fee on your reservation – DOES NOT AUTO APPLY.



NEAREST BEACH ACCESS:
*Private Beach Access
*Public Beach Access #33 – 2100 South Shore Dr, Surf City, NC 28445

Pay-to-Park may be enforced at some beach accesses or public parking lots. Click here for more information on Public Beach Accesses.



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
*Mid-June to Mid-August: 7-night minimum stays, Saturday to Saturday Check-in/out only
*Accessibility: 3 Story Home with Stairs
*Amenities: *Hot Tub may require $150 activation fee (available from October 15 - April 15)*
*Parking: 2-4 Parking Spaces in front of and under the home depending on vehicle size
*Guest Entry: This rental utilizes a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay.
*Smart TVs require guest logins to access subscription apps. Owner does not provide access details.
*Please Note: WiFi signal strength is NOT guaranteed at your rental for remote work or remote learning. We are located on a barrier island and do not have cellular towers on the island. This, coupled with the increase of guests in our area, creates an inconsistent cellular signal that is outside of our control and therefore, compensation is NOT guaranteed.
*For Beach Nourishment Updates, please visit Town of Surf City’s website.
*You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. ID verification required prior to check in.


TRIP PREPARATION:

Access Realty Vacation Rentals adhere to minimum standards set to provide you with as many of the comforts of home as possible during your stay. All our vacation rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s) and more!

Please note that unless otherwise indicated above, linens are not provided during your stay. You are welcome to bring your own linens, or we provide a linens rental service for your convenience. Our vacation homes are not guaranteed to have consumable items in stock for guest use (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc.).

*Photographs Updated: April 2022*

**Cancellation: Any cancellation of a confirmed reservation must be made in writing by Guest. Reservation payments are not reimbursable unless the property can be re-rented for the same rate and time period. Every effort will be made to re-book the property. If property is re-rented, Guest will receive reimbursement of payments made less nonrefundable reservation fee, cancellation fee (varies by property), and third-party fees (travel insurance, security deposit alternative, insurance, convenience fee, etc.). Insurance fees shall not be reimbursed unless the Agent is reimbursed by the issuing insurance company.
**Check In Day: Check-in begins at 4:00 PM on the day of your scheduled arrival. As soon as we are notified your rental is ready for check in, we will give you a courtesy call on the cell phone number that you provided above and we will send your check in instructions via email. All homes must be cleaned and inspected before we are allowed to issue keys or passes. Please note: keys or door codes will NOT be given to anyone under the age of 25 or to anyone who is not named on the reservation. If you need to authorize someone other than yourself to pick up keys or receive a door code email, please notify our office prior to your arrival date.
**Early check-ins and Late check-outs must be pre-approved and are not allowed if there is a reservation checking out the same day another reservation is checking in. You may contact us the week of your arrival to determine if there is any availability to add an early check in or late check out. There is a fee associated with early check ins and late check outs.
**After Hours Check Ins are available for anyone scheduled to arrive after 5pm or on Sunday when our offices are closed. Please notify us as soon as you are aware you will need an After Hours Check In.

Property manager

Access Realty

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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

644

About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Escape Spa and Inis Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 3 min drive
  • Surf City Pier - 4 min drive
  • Southside Park - 4 min drive
  • Sloop Point Plantation - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪JT'S Brick Oven Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Peak Tap Room - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at "4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "4 By The Shore" - Oceanfront 5 Bed/4.5 Bath with Private Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Thomas Tackle and Seafood, and Ohana Paddle Sports. Southside Park and Surf City Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic and dog friendly beach rental
We had a wonderful time at 4 By the Shore! There was plenty of space for our party of seven including kids and grandmother and dogs. Special and very dog friendly things about this property include a completely fenced in small grass yard as well as a fully gated front deck. It made for a much more relaxing trip to be able to let the dogs outside unleashed. The hot tub was also amazing and had a great view of the beach. All five true bedrooms (except the “bonus room” on the first floor) faced the ocean, three of them with sliding doors leading directly to the ocean side deck. Beds were very comfortable! There was plenty of seating at dining room and in living room. Kitchen was well stocked. Only note about capacity. Even though it advertises capacity of 13, the first floor room with a twin over double bunk bed was more of a bonus room that you pass through as you enter the house (no door that closes for privacy) and would have been too cold in the winter for anyone to stay there. But we had plenty of space with the five real bedrooms since each one sleeps two people.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great dog friendly home on the beach
This was one of the best dog friendly properties we've stayed at over the last 20 years at TopSail. The little yard was great to have for the dogs. Overall the house was very nice, kitchen was well stocked with supplies,, living and dining rooms very nice and the top deck furniture very comfortable. Rooms were fine. There were 5 adults in our group which worked out well. I think more than 7 or 8 people would've felt really crowded. Only possible areas for improvement would be some upgrades to the bathrooms ( they were fine and serviceable, just an area for future upgrade), and the placement of the grill in the carport limited ability to park a vehicle under that side of the carport. Overall we were very pleased with the house and had a great week. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Myriah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Many Positives, a Few Negatives
The location of the property is excellent and, overall, we enjoyed our stay. Given the nightly rate, the lack of sheets and other basics (toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags) was annoying even though we knew about it ahead of time. Also, there were a lot of (probably) palmetto bugs, which was likely the result of the excessive rain during our stay. However, it still detracted from the experience. The house, itself, was good and we would stay at the house again. However, we will not rent another property managed by Access Realty. The employees/staff of Access Realty were great--responsive, friendly and helpful. But the business model doesn't work for us--we don't want to be nickled-and-dimed for every little thing. For example, the check out instructions required all the dishes to be cleaned and put away and not left in the dishwasher (even if clean!) under threat of additional fees. There were other tasks to perform as well also with the threat that noncompliance could result in additional fees. However, we paid a sizeable amount in fees which, presumably, would cover cleaning. It felt a little "have your cake and eat it too"... which we found frustrating. Next year we will look for a property with a more inclusive approach to property management.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Charlotte, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Zen Getaway
Relaxing enjoyment of a quiet beach and lovely accommodations. Plenty of room in this spacious and clean home with modern appliances and beautiful views from most of the rooms. Supportive staff brought us a Roku stick for movie watching during a rainy day. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome beachfront house
We needed a short trip to the beach off-season that was beachfront with a hot tub, and this fits the bill perfectly! As advertised, this did not disappoint. We had an awesome time. Thank you so much - we would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So thankful for 3 by the Sea!
Our family spend Thanksgiving at 3 by the Sea this year, and everything about our stay was amazing! The house was clean, the appliances were new, the kitchen was well stocked, and the mattresses and couches were very comfortable! The hot tub is perfectly positioned and we loved our time in it (though the buttons didn't work quite right). The unique decking is incredible - we loved how we could view the ocean from inside the house as clearly as we could from the deck. Definitely recommend, and thank you for sharing your beautiful beach house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the beach
We had a great visit and loved the house! Being able to walk out the door onto the beach was nice. Ample and very comfortable seating in living room. Beautifully decorated and well stocked kitchen. There are lots of steps (three floors) which was a little challenging for the grandparents and one of the grands in the Queen bedroom said the mattress was not comfy. The king mattresses were great! We loved the property and would choose to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for family vacation!
Clean. Right on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL HUGE BEACH HOME!!!!
This home had everything you could need. The location is literally steps from the beach. The appliances were top of the line! The couch and furniture was new, and expensive. They had reclining options as well as a charger for you phone. The beds were so comfortable!!! The hot- tub was amazing. The check in process was a breeze! Worth every penny spent!!! Will stay here again...and most defiantly recommend!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022