Title: 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views ![Property grounds - 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75003700/75003652/b9cb4532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers - 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75003700/75003652/e6bfe18d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75003700/75003652/w3648h3441x0y207-93462aee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75003700/75003652/e8777563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75003700/75003652/0e33085a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Nauti Surf Shack, nestled at the end of Topsail Drive, where you can unwind with ocean views and soft breezes. Located in the heart of Topsail Island, this home offers direct beach access from its deck and is just a short stroll away from shops and restaurants in downtown Surf City. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101864 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views DIRECT BEACH ACCESS FROM THE DECK, FREE PARKING: OCEANFRONT PIANO KEY/B LOT HOME, LINENS ARE INCLUDED. Book your 2025 dates now! Contact us for discounted rates if staying longer than 2 weeks! This quiet & spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath (+outdoor shower) family & dog friendly beach home has everything to make your stay at the beach comfy & memorable. Please mention any animals when requesting your stay. The property is freshly decorated throughout with the most comfortable beds you’ll find. Listen to the waves roll onto the shore as you relax sitting seaside with ocean views without the full force of the ocean wind. Nestled at the end of Topsail Drive, this home won’t have traffic drowning out the ocean sounds. It is literally a 40 second stroll from the private gate down to the soft sands of Topsail Island - there are no roads to cross. Located less than 1 mile away from the shops & restaurants in downtown Surf City, the location of this home has it all! Pull up in the driveway and you’ll be greeted with this home’s green landscaping. There is open parking for up to 6 vehicles. This home is made for family gatherings. A picnic table, stainless steel park style charcoal grill, gas grill, & an enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower are located outside on the ground level. The direct beach access is located off the ground level deck. It’s landscaped for privacy. Step inside the entrance from the carport & this home shines with charming beachy décor where surfboards set the stage for a magical coastal escape. The foyer has storage space for shoes, keys, beach chairs & other personal items. Make your way up a few stairs & set your luggage down in 1 of the 3 bedrooms. There’s a queen bed in the ‘fishing room,’ & double-bunks in the kids’ ‘boat room.’ The Master Bedroom at the end of the hall is the ‘turtle room' and is a spacious oasis with a king size bed, a desk with a monitor, mouse & keyboard, dresser, & a Bose radio/alarm clock. This bedroom has a private bathroom, complete with large tub & separate shower. All bedrooms have comfy beds & smart flat screen TVs & DVD players. There is a ceiling fan in most bedrooms with the exception of the bunk bedroom. All Bedrooms have ocean views & sliding glass doors to access the deck which features a porch swing and various chairs & tables. In the hallway is a large shared bathroom with double sinks, full size shower/tub combination, & brightly colored beach décor. The laundry room is also located on this level. Walk up the stairs to the ‘surf shack’ and you’ll notice the open floor plan is great for gathering multiple generations or several families. The living room offers a smart Flat Screen TV, DVD player, blue tooth speaker, ceiling fans & plenty of space for everyone to stretch out. Additional seating for 3 is found at the kitchen bar along with the additional 3 chairs at the high table next to the beautiful bay window in the living room. There is also a large dining room with seating for 6\. This is the perfect area for a meal with a view or for one of the available puzzles or games (provided) on a lazy afternoon. Ample seating throughout this space ensures a relaxing space to spend your time while not on the beach. The kitchen allows for plenty of space for preparing meals and a well-stocked kitchen to make cooking easy. The bright kitchen is fully equipped with all the amenities you enjoy at home. Amenities include a refrigerator with icemaker, dishwasher, built-in microwave, blender, traditional coffee maker, Keurig, tea pot, toaster and more. Also, on this level, the 4th bedroom features a king bed & opens to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a shower/tub combination. Guests can also access this bathroom from the upstairs hallway. Sliding glass doors from the bedroom & living room lead to the 3rd floor balcony filled with many rocking chairs & a picnic table for relaxing and enjoying views, soft breezes, & ocean sounds. This covered deck enjoys late afternoon/evening shade & is a great spot to sit, watch the surf, & enjoy a drink. Book your stay for winter! 4 night to 4 week stays are available during off-season, just contact us for different dates! Where you’ll be: Surf City, NC, USA The Nauti Surf Shack is located in the heart of Topsail Island so you have a wide array of close entertainment opportunities! Dozens of local restaurants and shops are all within walking distance. And don’t forget about the beautiful Surf City Ocean Pier. This pier has been photographed millions of times, & you’ll enjoy watching the surfers that swarm the area. Our location offers you a respite from the busy city environment. Surf City is easily reached on foot or bike. All within a short distance of places like Surf City Steamers, Santinos, Beauchaines, Daddy Mac's, Buddy's Crab House, Surf City Pier, Shaka Taco, unWINEd, Island Delights ice-cream, hotdogs, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, sky bridge, surf shops, grocery stores, & sushi. Herring's Outdoor Sports is just a block away and offers bike, kayak, surfboard, game rentals, & more! We are just minutes to the Turtle Hospital & just a few miles away from Holly Ridge, Hampstead, & Sneads Ferry. Wilmington and the famous Wrightsville Beach are a bit longer drive, but worth it. You can be there in about 40 minutes. This Nauti Surf Shack rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday for 7 nights during Spring Break, holidays & the Summer months. All other times there is a 4 night minimum but contact us for other schedule deviations. We will see what we can do! Check-in: 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM Checkout: 10:00 AM Linens are provided (sheets, kitchen and bath towels). Beach towels are not included. Please acknowledge: \*Must climb stairs \*If you damage the home, you will be charged for damages. \*Do not move the furniture. \*Smoking is NOT permitted in the property. PETS \*Up to 2 well behaved, full grown, house broken dogs (only), SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED, are permitted with owner's approval. Please tell us about your doggies before booking. There is a non-refundable $200 pet fee. An additional pet fee of $100 is charged for a 2nd dog. Either dog must be approved prior to booking. Send pictures & a brief description of the dogs (we love pictures of doggies!). Fees will be added onto the booking & a separate rental contract will be sent for the dogs. \*Our home has an outdoor security camera located in carport area covering entrance of home & another located on the outside of the upper deck facing the ocean. \*We do not rent to vacationing students or singles under 26 years of age unless accompanied by an adult guardian or parent. Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of rental money & the party will not be permitted to check-in. \*No third-party bookings. \*Maximum occupancy is 10 at any time. Please be sure we have received complete payment within 30 days of your arrival to avoid cancellation. We DO recommend you buy separate travel insurance (non VRBO) when booking your trip. Before you’re even able to finish packing your sunscreen & swimsuits, an unforeseen circumstance could force cancellation—for instance, you become ill or a family member dies. Separate travel insurance that includes trip cancellation coverage will reimburse the prepaid, nonrefundable costs of your trip in these kinds of situations. Furthermore, if you, a family member or a travel companion becomes sick or is injured while traveling, the outside policy’s trip cancellation feature typically would reimburse you for the unused part of the trip. The trip cancellation benefit could even kick in if you, a family member or a travel companion dies while traveling. We want everyone to enjoy themselves & have a great vacation. Call/text me with questions, custom days, long term rentals, or other arrangements. We aim for the best feedback possible. If you need something, just ask. FEATURES • Living Room • Iron & Ironing Board • Linens • Direct Property Check-In • Heating & Air • Lodging Type: House • Washer/Dryer • Private access to the boardwalk directly to the beach KITCHEN • Dishes & Utensils • Pots/Pans • Dishwasher • Coffee Maker BEDDING • 2 King Bedrooms • 1 Queen Bedroom • 4 Twin Bunks • 3 Full Baths SAFETY • Fire Extinguisher • Lock On Entryway • Outdoor Lighting • Smoke Detectors ENTERTAINMENT • TVs • DVD Players • Roku • Wireless Internet LOCATION • Just 1 mile north of downtown Surf City. Between Topsail Beach and N. Topsail Beach. OUTDOOR • Decks with seating • Outdoor shower • 2 BBQs Wanna Get Away from the snow? MONTHLY RENTALS AVAILABLE DURING WINTER! 2 large oceanside decks offer great ocean views from every bedroom & the living room. Make this beach house your vacation home or your remote 'office.' Wouldn’t it be nice to get out to enjoy yourself after a long workday in a beautiful setting like the beach? Picture yourself taking a break from your mobile “office” by walking on the beach with the relaxing sounds of the wind and ocean waves. Experience the lifestyle that comes with being at the beach. This can be your reality. Monthly rental options are available from October 1 to March 31 each year. People who don’t like the hot season will love the winter at the coast of North Carolina. It’s chilly at the beach but not too cold. The weather is beautiful, & a lot milder than in New York or other Eastern states The rent is cheaper when you stay longer. There are no hidden fees. The rent includes your utilities, TV & high-speed internet as well. The home is fully furnished. You don’t need to bring much -just your clothes, PJs, toothbrush, food & drink. Contact us for long term rates! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,864 square feet ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662600/99662544/3d0fd068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loggerhead Inn & Suites Holly Ridge - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 241 reviews $104 nightly $117 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=99662544&PinnedHotelID=99662544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Rm #316 Standard 2 Double Beds Pets No | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99330000/99326400/99326309/94a091b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Vista Motel Holly Ridge - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 153 reviews $177 nightly $200 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=99326309&PinnedHotelID=99326309&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954700/94954607/764fdecd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Surf City Beach House w/ Hot Tub! 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No events allowed (wedding parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, graduation celebrations, non-family related gatherings, etc.) Minimum age for primary renter is 26\. Copy of government issued ID is required. ### 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 Note from host: 30lb or less preferred, exceptions for larger dogs ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No wedding, graduation, non-family gatherings ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Note from host: No wedding, graduation, non-family gatherings 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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the neighborhood Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Surf City travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Surf-City.dx6339267) [View more Vacation Homes in Surf City](https://www.expedia.com/Surf-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6339267-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.43450%2C-77.53035&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZYN-gR7aV45ejGBU5ThCjFW1d4s=) Surf City, NC ### What's nearby - ![Under the pier at night.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/166778/7852b491-357f-4959-8199-3c78250eb7c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf City Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![I may have uploaded a few from here. It's because I always love coming here right before sunrise and watching the waves come in. Today it was very calm. I was able to get a very dark mood with the rainclouds in the background. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339267/544058a5-dde8-4e99-b106-a268aa874b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf City Pier 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Inis Spa 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Ohana Paddle Sports 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar 3 min drive - Tortuga’s Nest 2 min drive - Sear's Landing 5 min drive - Daddy Mac's Beach Grille 3 min drive - Shaka Taco 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views? ### What time is check-out at 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views? ### Where is 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 40 STEPS to the beach. 4bdrm home, dog friendly, decks, ocean views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 99 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Shayna N. Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location was great, house was clean and spacious, my only complaint was needing a few more items in the kitchen, updated pots and pan, cooking utensils, plenty of dishes though! ##### Shayna N. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful as usual!! My family always has a great time! We look forward to staying here every year!! ##### Amanda S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin D. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Time At The Coast! Nauti Surf Shack fires on all levels - open floor plan, beautiful views from all decks, great kitchen, and comfortable beds. Love that it's located a short walk from the beach and at the end of a quiet street. Also, the hosts are very communicative and helpful. Highly recommend! ##### Karin D. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patty C. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Great place to stay. Easy walk to the beach 🏖️ ##### Patty C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy J. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### nice property Nice property, good beach access ##### Cathy J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg V. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay again! This was our third stay at NSS and has been our favorite place on TI. We love it here. This house is spotlessly clean and well appointed. We love staying here and feel like it is becoming our “home away from home”. We look forward to staying here regularly! ##### Greg V. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah B. Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fun at the beach Plenty of room for nine of us, adults and kids. Very comfortable and clean home with easy beach access. The covered carport and outdoor shower was a plus too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! ##### Deborah B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy N. Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Very Best! As always, Ken and Beth's home is simply the best! We've stayed at many on the island, and Nauti Surf Shack is top shelf! It's well appointed, clean, and stocked; and you just can't beat the location. Truly close to everything. Thanks for another great Surf City vacation--we'll be back again soon! ##### Sandy N. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amie H. Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach House We stayed in this home 2 years in a row - perfect location and has everything you can ask for in a beach retreat. All the beds are comfy, kitchen is stocked with essentials, proximity to ocean is excellent, they allow our sweet dog to join in the fun, etc. You will love your stay here - 10/10! ##### Amie H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Again!! We love staying here. It's convenient to the beach and to the restaurants and stores. My kids love the outside deck to sit and relax. We will definitely be booking again! ##### Amanda S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip C. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location Property was equipped with everything someone would need. Beds were comfortable. Easy access to the beach. And, really liked the towel and sheet service. ##### Phillip C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie E. Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time together Our three households enjoyed a week away from hectic schedules and this was a great place to do that. Ken was great to work with. Easy walk to beach. Loved decks. The only recommendation is a fan in bunk bedroom, it was a bit warm. The home met our needs, we would stay there again. . ##### Debbie E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy S. Sep 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall Getaway Cute property very well kept. Good views of ocean and just steps away. Nicely decorated and linen service a great bonus. Excellent communication with owners! This house would be wonderful for big families. As a pet owner I appreciated gates on the deck so they could snooze outside. ##### Tracy S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela K. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home in topsail You can tell from the moment you arrive this is a well cared for home not a rental asset controled by a big company somewhere far far away. The owners are amazing and communication was fantastic. This house was actually clean not just tidy and trsh out but actually clean! This is one of the few places I can say id gladly rent again and refer others to. ##### Angela K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissie R. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nauti surf shack The home is absolutely perfect. You have everything you could possibly need and more. Access to the beach is easy. Take their advice and use the outside stairs to load and unload. The home is pet friendly and our little dog had the time of her life. Can’t wait to book again. ##### Chrissie R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy S. May 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second Stay at the Nauti We enjoyed home first time and second time actually we as a great or better. Place is well maintained, clean is best of all VBRO places I’ve stayed and the hosts come across as genuine nice people. Excellent place for families even though it was just two. And , our dogs enjoyed sunning on the deck as it provides sun and shade. House has all you need there and did I mention has a great mattress and nicely appointed! Tracy and dogs ##### Tracy S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy N. Aug 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Trip! So many good things to say, but I will start with the amazing owners, Beth and Ken! Their communication is 5 star, and they truly have thought of everything their guests could possibly want in a beach home/beach vacation. My husband and I travel extensively and have high expectations; Nauti Surf Shack exceeded them all. The house was very clean and well appointed and had every amenity Surf City vacationers would appreciate--a great layout, gorgeous views, easy beach access, comfy beds, and close proximity to everything. We've stayed on the beach a number of times, and this ranks tops as a definite "return trip" VRBO! Thanks, Beth and Ken, for a wonderful week on the Atlantic! ##### Sandy N. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg V. Mar 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second visit to NSS - as enjoyable as the first We vacationed at NSS last fall and returned for another week in March. We have found an absolute gem and love it here. The owners, Beth and Ken, are the best. As before, their home was spotlessly clean and very welcoming. It is such a different vibe coming off season. We have been coming to TI for over 30 years, usually in the summer and it is always very busy, but fun, especially for our kids. This year it was just my wife and her mother and sisters, and it was so quiet and relaxing. We all loved it. We are starting to transition into being snow birds and look forward to staying here for longer than just a week during the winter. Thanks again Beth and Ken for sharing your wonderful home! ##### Greg V. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg V. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for a late summer vacation We have been vacationing on Topsail Island every summer for over 30 years and Nauti Surf Shack is the nicest home we have stayed at on Topsail by far! The owners, Beth and Ken, are very friendly and were responsive to any questions we had, making us feel like our vacation was their highest concern. They even generously offered to let us change our stay by a day because of Tropical Storm Ophelia, which hit the day we arrived. Thankfully, there were no issues with the storm, and we had sun the rest of the week. Their home is spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated – it is definitely more than a beach house! Although it is a piano key home, there are beautiful ocean views and easy access to the beach. September was a perfect time to visit Topsail – we usually come in July – and we will be back to the Nauti Surf Shack again. We had some family who live in NC visit for a couple of days and they all raved about how nice NSS is. Thanks Beth and Ken for sharing your beautiful home with us - I give it a rating of 10! ##### Greg V. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### brannon l. Oct 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Well kept comfortable clean home. Great accommodations for family vacation. Owner communications were great! ##### brannon l. Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karalee C. Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super clean, great beach access, no complaints! ##### Karalee C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie H. Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Great location, clean, and comfortable furniture. ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne R. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house, comfortable, clean, well equipped and close to the beach. The beach area however is very crowded. ##### Anne R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LINDSEY T. Sep 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time at the Nauti Surf Shack! The property is great! Short walk to the beach. Fully stocked with whatever we needed. The owners were so kind and helpful! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/339b882a-f758-48b0-88ed-95d9a8e2890f-1757180596109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ed14234d-3e6c-4d81-bec7-1a6fc62d9304-1757180597848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/02a38143-fce8-40d4-a4fa-99faf25a966b-1757180594887.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a2c4a0f7-e44e-48d9-918e-30a31b5fd00c-1757180595912.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### LINDSEY T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Spot This is an amazing place! 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