Title: New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=117294997&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! ## Photo gallery for New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! ![Interior - New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294997/7cbc98cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294997/w1439h952x0y0-34f4feb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294997/d229203f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294997/6f28f4ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294997/w1273h960x83y0-f849f604.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathrooms2239 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## 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. ### New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! Welcome to Star of the Sea! • Private 5 bedroom / 4.5-bathroom townhome in Surf City • Stunning Ocean Views & steps to the beach • Beach cart, 5 beach chairs & umbrella provided • Community Pool & Pet Friendly The Space • Located 1 minute walk from the beach and 1 mile from Surf City Pier • Multiple sun-soaked decks to relax and enjoy the views • Full kitchen including a coffee maker pots/pans, kitchen ware, and more • Beach cart, 5 beach chairs, umbrella and corn hole set • Ping Pong Table • Outdoor Shower • High-speed WiFi and smart TVs • Full laundry facilities • Bedroom 1: King bedroom with private ensuite bathroom • Bedrooms 2 & 3: Twin-over-full bunk beds • Bedroom 4: Queen bedrooms with private ensuite bathroom • Bedroom 5: Queen Murphy bed with private ensuite bathroom & queen-size pull-out couch • Reserved off-street parking for 2 vehicles. • Bed linens & bath towels provided. Beach towels NOT provided. • We also provide enough hand soap, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, & trash bags to get you started upon arrival. However, if you are staying longer than a couple nights, please plan to supplement with your own supplies based on your personal needs. • The pool is open approximately May 1 - October 31st, weather permitting. • Please note that we do require a signed rental agreement. House Rules: • NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you will incur a $250 fee for deodorization treatment. • Check-in time is 4:00PM and check out by 10:00AM. No parking on premises before check in time or after check out time. Unapproved late check outs may result in a $200 fee. • Self check-in with keyless PIN code lock • Be respectful of our neighbors by keeping noise volumes low. • In order to avoid potential staining, please do NOT use bleach to clean anything during your stay. We have professional cleaners who will use bleach appropriately in between guests to ensure a high standard of cleanliness. • Do not burn incense, essential oils, or similar items. These scents are difficult to remove before the next guest checks in, and some guests may have sensitivity to smells. • Guest must sign rental agreement. Pet Policy • Please message us for pet approval prior to booking. • Pets MUST be added to your reservation during the booking process. Once added, the $150 pet fee is included as part of the nightly rate (spread out equally over the course of the stay) and in the total price at checkout. • Pet fee is non-refundable and is a flat rate for the stay. • Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals permitted. • Must pick up all droppings from pet(s). • Dogs must be fully housebroken. • Dogs are not permitted on furniture or linens. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: - NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching 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 ### General - Unit size: 2,239 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94956300/94956283/9e2a6480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Oasis w/ 2 Large Decks, BBQ & Views! 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Reach out to us for more informa ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted \- NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6e717x ## About the neighborhood Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Traveling with kids? Consider Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center. 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%7C34.43456%2C-77.53194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0y0vTLTvkuNFYDxPTq_w4CkohV0=) 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 8 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 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Seacoast Art Gallery 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Escape Spa 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### 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 4 min drive - Daddy Mac's Beach Grille 3 min drive - Shaka Taco 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! have a pool? ### Is New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea!? ### What time is check-out at New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea!? ### Where is New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### john s. Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great home. plenty of space. accommodating hosts. thank you ##### john s. 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