At "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town, you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy boating, bicycling, and kayaking at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 214000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
"Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town
Welcome to Southern Comfort, one of Surf City's most distinctive family vacation homes.
Perfectly situated on prestigious South Shore Drive, this spacious coastal retreat offers the best of Topsail Island living—steps from the beach, walking distance to restaurants, shops, the Surf City Pier, and local attractions, yet just far enough from the center of town to enjoy a quieter, more relaxing beach experience.
Unlike many vacation rentals, Southern Comfort was originally built and enjoyed as a private family residence. Today, it continues to be thoughtfully maintained and continually upgraded, providing guests with a level of comfort, quality, and attention to detail that is immediately noticeable upon arrival.
Your Own Private Outdoor Retreat:
One of the home's most unique features is its private backyard oasis—a rare amenity this close to the ocean.
Enjoy:
• Private swimming pool • Hot tub • Tropical landscaping with mature palms • Outdoor entertaining bar • Outdoor dining areas • Spacious fenced yard • Outdoor shower • Multiple areas to relax in the sun or shade
After a day at the beach, gather poolside for dinner, enjoy evening cocktails under the palms, or unwind with a soak beneath the stars.
Views From Every Direction:
Perched on one of the highest elevations in Surf City, Southern Comfort offers remarkable views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the town itself.
Five expansive decks provide countless opportunities to enjoy sunrise coffee, afternoon sea breezes, and spectacular evening sunsets. With views from nearly every room, guests never feel far from the water.
Designed for Large Families and Gatherings:
Southern Comfort comfortably accommodates large family groups and multiple generations traveling together.
Highlights include:
• Multiple king bedrooms • Spacious common areas • Separate upper and lower living rooms • Elevator access to multiple levels • Large dining areas • Flexible sleeping arrangements for children, teens, and adults
The dual living spaces allow everyone to spread out comfortably while still enjoying time together under one roof.
Well-Appointed for Extended Stays:
The gourmet kitchen is well equipped for everything from quick breakfasts to holiday dinners and family celebrations.
Guests also enjoy:
• High-speed Wi-Fi • Smart TVs throughout the home • Washer and dryer • Elevator • Gas and charcoal grills • Extensive outdoor seating • Ample parking
Whether you're planning a week-long family vacation, reunion, milestone celebration, or holiday getaway, the home is designed to make large-group travel easy and comfortable.
Walk to the Best of Surf City:
Leave the car parked and explore Surf City on foot.
Within walking distance you'll find:
• Public beach accesses • Surf City Pier • Restaurants and waterfront dining • Ice cream shops • Coffee shops • Boutique shopping • Bicycle, paddleboard, and beach equipment rentals • Soundside Park and community events
South Shore Drive is one of Surf City's most desirable locations, known for its relaxed atmosphere, scenic surroundings, and easy access to everything the island has to offer.
Why Guests Return to Southern Comfort:
✔ Private Pool & Hot Tub ✔ Elevator ✔ Five Large Decks ✔ Ocean, Sound & Town Views ✔ Walking Distance to Surf City Attractions ✔ Steps to Beach Access ✔ Large Private Yard ✔ Two Separate Living Areas ✔ Ideal for Multi-Generational Families ✔ Continuously Updated and Maintained ✔ One of Surf City's Premier Locations
For families seeking space, comfort, convenience, and a true Topsail Island experience, Southern Comfort delivers a vacation that feels less like a rental home and more like your own private coastal retreat.
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
DVR
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: No smoking in the home or on the decks
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Boat
Cooking classes
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Pickleball
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Remove sheets and neatly replace comforters and pillows to how the home looked when you arrived. Close curtains and lock all doors.
Remove trash from all bedrooms and bathrooms. Place dirty dishes in the dishwasher and run the wash cycle. Take trash cans to curb.
You, your guests and all cars must be gone from the property on or before 10 am checkout.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Beach and bath towels are not provided
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: $500 fine and immediate eviction
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
$500 event fee for parties or events
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the home or on the decks
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: $500 event fee for parties or events
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 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Surf City, this vacation home is near a water park and on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. Traveling with kids? Consider The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby. Visit our Surf City travel guide
Does "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surf City vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.
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"Personal Resort": Private Pool, Hot Tub, Ocean Views, Elevator, Walk to Town Reviews
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Ted is a very accommodating host for his rentals. We enjoyed our stay very much, this house was located across the street from the ocean and within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants. Our family reunion was a great success and everybody commented on how they would like to come back again next year.
Very short walk to the beach, beds were all comfortable, kitchen was fully stocked, pool was great.
Walking distance to pier, restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay here again!
Excellent property in great shape, comfortable inside and out, excellent location and wonderful host! Adequate and comfortable furniture throughout! Great kitchen accessories, pool toys and deck furniture! All 15 people agreed that the stay was thoroughly enjoyed by each and every one!
The house is beautiful and the location was perfect. It was clean when we arrived but were surprised to have to make the beds! There were plenty of activities for the kids at the house and many things to do in walking distance! I would definitely return
This house was amazing! My 4 kids, spouses and 7 grandchildren all were comfortable in the house - everyone had privacy and lots of opportunities to be together. The pool was a life saver!! The surf was a little rough this week - so the pool was awesome for the younger kids and of course we all jumped in!
This is the second year in a row we have stayed here and we have already booked for next year! If you need anything during your stay, Ted is ready to help! The location is so perfect - walkable to the pier and restaurants - easy beach access across the street- and the pool is great for those who don't want to deal with the sand. The kitchen porch is covered so a perfect place to have your morning coffee and look at the ocean. Thank you, Ted!
We just returned from a week's stay at Southern Comfort in Surf City, and all we can say is WOW! Ted Waltz (the host) was friendly, informative and accommodating; he was prompt in answering all of our questions, and made himself available if we had any issues during our stay. The house was absolutely beautiful, and almost everything from grocery store, to restaurants, to ice cream/coffee shops, and to beach shops was within walking distance from the house. The water views from front and back of the house were gorgeous as well!
Thank you Ted -- we would highly recommend your house and your hospitality!
Super nice home with plenty of space for our large family reunion group to spread out while still getting together for meals and socializing. Backyard with pool, plenty of seating and grills is your mini-resort! Beach access right across the street and restaurants and shops within walking distance. Spacious elevator from ground to the third floor - a necessity for mobility challenged guests and big help during arrival and departure. Host was easy to communicate with by text and very responsive and helpful. Highly recommended!
About the 12th VRBO prop various quests have rented. Comments:
• Great owners, beyond accommodating++, pleasant++ and accessible ++
• Most comfortable beds ever, rooms, baths, pool and hot tub all clean and operating
• Common areas spacious and very comfortable for large group
• Kitchen equipped to cook for 20+; 2 grills
• Excellent location; beach access 2 houses down to the L & R, walk to pier, stores & restaurants
• Great & abundant outdoor space with plenty of comfortable seating
• Would definitely rent again
Family vacation was great! There were a few issues one being not as clean as we expected. The pool was unusable for the entire week which was very disappointing. Location is great and had the right amount of beds for our family. Overall, a good experience!
This was the first time tacking the whole family, kids and grandkids on a family vacation together, everyone had a great experience, for some members of the family it was there first time to the ocean, we watched sunrises and sunsets, we watched dolphins every day we were there, everything was in walking distance, so we never got back in our vehicles until it was time to leave. overall, the best vacation experience we could have asked for, as a matter of fact my husband and i asked to stay an extra night to enjoy the sunset and sunrise on the deck again. The pool and hot tub area was wonderful and cleaned there was even a pool cleaner there about every morning to make sure everything was still in good clean shape.
We stayed here for my wife's 50th bday. We had all the kids plus grand kids..12 total. There are plenty of beds and rooms to unwind in. Almost everyone had a balcony. The front porch was the main hang out since we could see the ocean. There are plenty of chairs on the decks. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need. It is a very short walk to the beach and into town. The pool was perfect to end the day in and there are plenty of pool toys. I would highly recommend this house. Ted was a great host and very responsive. Thank you for making this a vacation to remember.
Overall our stay was very good. The pool area and pool was a hit and where we spent the majority of our time. The home is very convenient to coffee, donuts, restaurants and easy walk to the playground. Easy access to the beach although a lot of steps. The owner of this home is extremely welcoming, helpful and immediate response to any issues and questions. He even turned on the heat for the pool as he was concerned it was too chilly at night and pool might not be enjoyable. As described, the beds are extremely comfortable. The beds are a bit high if you are short. Again, the owner was very responsive when we asked if he had a stepstool. He had a "safe" step delivered in a day. The house overall was well equipped. The elevator was an absolute blessing. The decks are huge and plenty of room for sitting as well as room for the kids to play. It was a great home for grandparents, parents and grandchildren as it met all of our needs.
Great location * Nice Accommodations * Easy Beach Access
The property is as described with lots to enjoy. The host is very responsive and shares information to make your stay enjoyable. The main floor furniture is very nice and all of the outdoor furniture is very good quality.
The home has easy access to the beach and many wonderful shops, stores and eateries are within walking distance.
Three of the four bedrooms on the same floor share a bathroom which was a little inconvenient for our particular group. Also, some of the guests mentioned “sinking into” the mattresses. While some guests enjoyed them, others with back issues found sleeping somewhat uncomfortable.
The pool needed cleaned and the host was quick to respond. Although the pool got serviced every other day, it didn’t actually get Cleaned. There were indications that are issues with the filter, which left bugs floating ion top of the water. Despite that, it wasn’t too bad and we still enjoyed the pool. The backyard area was spacious and we enjoyed the large number of seating options and tables.
All of the positive descriptions about the house are accurate, however some guests may find the additional information helpful. Overall, we all enjoyed our stay and appreciated the communication with our host.
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful ocean view home! The views were absolutely breathtaking, and we loved being able to enjoy our morning coffee while watching the waves. The house was spacious, clean, and well-maintained, with plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy their vacation.The location was perfect, offering easy access to the beach while still providing a peaceful and private atmosphere. The home was stocked with everything we needed, making our stay comfortable and stress-free.We created wonderful memories here and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with stunning ocean views. We can’t wait to return! 5/5 – Highly Recommended!