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

Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and balcony

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Akita Chow, American Staffordshire Terrier, Presa Canario, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Wolf Hybrid , German shepherds and Great danes
I cannot take certain dogs due to insurance.or a dog that is a mix that includes one or more of the breeds listed above. sorry

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: I cannot take certain breeds

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Inis Spa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Pot - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet getaway

Great location, property and very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip!

This is a great property! We packed our clothes and a few other things and this rental had everything else we needed for a weekend away. Loved the beautiful furniture & cozy throws for relaxing after a long day at the beach. The owner communicated all along the way and even gave us a late check out so we could explore as long as possible! The water at this beach is SO blue and we found a lot of shark’s teeth in the surf. Highly recommend Sea Life and Surf City! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

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

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Beautiful view from deck and from kitchen! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Robin S., Sparta, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

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

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Mitch S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

iam s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Mike & Jenny K., Worthington, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was super clean. Upon arrival, lots of convenient amenities provided, including coffee, a welcome basket, blankets, and towels for a family of four, pet treats for our dog! The beach view was incredibly peaceful and the location was just far enough away from the “town” that nights were quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great. The host was very communicative and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The home was very clean and everything you need for a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our time here! The house was very clean and basically ocean front! The host and owner of the property were very sweet and great about responding to any questions we had. The house is stocked with everything you need! We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love these townhouses

We have rented these townhomes for years! We love them. It’s walking distance from everything you would like! Give it a shot you will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding getaway

Perfect location and almost ocean front just like the name says!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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