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Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining

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Pool
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining

Furniture upgrades in progress for 2023 Season! If you have ever been to Surf City, you are familiar with this this home as it sits in a group of 4 iconic luxury ocean front buildings (which make up 8 luxury ocean front town homes). If you think the photos are good, wait till you see it in person! These large beautify pastel colorful town homes makeup the town shore line and sit on North Shore drive in the 100 block just past Daddy Mac’s. You can truly park your car when you arrive and not get in it again for your entire vacation! Walking distance (1/2 mile or less) to 15 eating establishments from snow cones and ice cream to some of the islands best restaurants! You can even walk to the marina and rent a boat, go out on a fishing charter or take a dinner cruise. Walk to the surf city park and enjoy free Friday night outdoor movies and concerts or just enjoy all that the town has to offer. When you come home you can relax by the private community pool overlooking the beach (Private to the 8 luxury town homes). The pool is just exclusive enough to retain the privacy but gives the children and young adults a chance to make friends quickly.

While this home has “location, location, location”, the real benefit is the quality of the home itself. The first thing that you will notice is the quality of the construction. The home features porcelain tile and bamboo hardwood throughout, heavy trim work and 10 ft ceilings. The quality construction also includes heavy insulation, so you will immediately be impressed by how quiet the home is (important when you are vacationing with a large group). Each of the 4 main bedrooms is a master (having its own private full bathroom attached). Three of the 4 main bedrooms feature beautiful King size beds with super comfortable mattresses and the 4th bedroom features a two custom built bunk beds: 1 twin XL over Queen and one twin over twin. These beeds have 45inches of head space between the bunks so you don't feel like you are in a bunk bed. The fifth bedroom is on the entry level and has a twin over full bunk to help accommodate the overflow when unexpected additional guests show up (because you know when you have a wonderful place at the beach ….it will happen!). Note that this room does not have a private bathroom, but your guest will find it far superior to a sofa sleeper alternative for your overflow that is offered in many other homes!!) Everyone will appreciate the elevator to move luggage, food and family between floors.

We rented for nearly 30 years before we were finally able to purchase our own rental property in Topsail. We used all that knowledge to make this home a superb rental. Here is what we learned and what we have done to make this home a perfect rental experience for you!

After location, location, location, comes BEDDING, BEDDING, BEDDING! Ever gone to a great rental only to find that after 2 or 3 nights your body ached due to poor bedding and inferior mattresses? You work too hard for your vacation to take a chance.

Next is deck furniture! Ever go to a home with little or no deck furniture? Or furniture that sits so low you are left looking through the railings like prison bars? This home features high top resin deck chairs. These chairs are not only extremely comfortable, they give you a spectacular unobstructed view of the ocean. Enjoy the stunning views from the two covered ocean front decks overlooking the ocean and swimming pool You will never want to go inside!

Parking is under the home for 3 large cars (or 4 compact cars but it is a tight fit for 4). Overflow public parking directly across the street. There is a charge for public parking March through end of October (subject to change). There is no parking in the common areas.

Responsible pet owners may bring their dogs. There is a $200 pet fee per dog, per week. Only the pets of the guest are allowed on the property. No additional pets may be on the property or the decks (i.e no "just visiting" pets). If undeclared pets are seen on the property, Guest are subject to immediate eviction without refund and a $500 fine per animal in the home or on the property.

Property manager

Ted Waltz

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the home or on the decks.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $200 pet fee per pet, per week

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children of all ages will love this home

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, 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Pier - 3 min walk
  • Inis Spa - 4 min walk
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 7 min walk
  • Southside Park - 7 min walk
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining located?

Located in Holly Ridge, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Seacoast Art Gallery, and Surf City Pier. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 5 minutes.

Oceanfront, Pool, Early Check-In, Elevator, Walk to Grocery, Dining Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 144 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Iowa family vacation.
Great location! Lots of room for everyone. Beautiful beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thad J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hurricane Debby left us wet and windswepy
The property is great; the weather was not.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
This was clean and comfortable, and everything was in working order. We needed a property with elevator and pool and it has
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location responsive owner
Ted was very responsive to a couple issues we had and were able to get them resolved quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super time in Surf City
Great location ! We’ve been to Surf City 6 times in the past 9 years , we just love it !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

mark f.

Great location and house
We had a lot of fun on the beach, the balcony, in town, and with the rental we very satisfied. The house could of been a little more cleaned up and the comforters needed washing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S., Athens ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Return Visitor
This is our second year in Ted's unit. Great location is an under statement, with grandkids it so easy to walk and get ice cream or shaved ice. Local restaurants within walking distance, but busy. Great views of the ocean and the pool is a great hit. The elevator is great for moving in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unit 110A
Best location on the island. Walking distance to many restaurants, shops (clothing, ice cream, coffee, candy) and grocery store. Beautiful view of the ocean and pier. On-site pool was large enough for all 8 units. The kitchen was well stocked with paper products and condiments. The living space accommodated our large family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Surf City
Always look forward to our week in Surf City and this year did not disappoint. The home was great, weather was beautiful. Everyone had a wonderful time. Hope to do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location!
This property was great for our family vacation. We had four families together and had a wonderful experience. This property is so conveniently located to everything you need and just a few steps to the beach. We will be back again! Thanks Ted!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top of topsail
Location fantastic! Well equipped house .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elliott
The property is incredible. Owner has been great. Can’t find a better property to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dottie M., Somerset, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Once again, STELLAR!!
Second time with this property. You can’t go wrong, it has everything! No issues whatsoever. Ted is an excellent communicator and an overall great guy 😊
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The location of the property is great. It’s near many restaurants, coffee shops, and attractions. We still had a ton of room to ourself on the beach even though we were very close to the pier and public beach access. We would definitely stay here again. Communication with the property owner was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Destination Wedding Surf City
We traveled for a destination ready with family , the house was fantastic! 3 floors so everyone could have space when needed , very comfortable and clean for our family. To see the ocean right from the back deck and be able to walk down your stairs to the beach is worth everything. The location is great as we could walk just next door to get food/drinks or walk across the street for that matter, anything we needed was within walking distance. Thank You for making our stay a memorable one, we would stay again for sure !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry R., Clearwater Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place to say on the NC coast
There is no better location than this in Surf City or anywhere near. Directly on the beach, near the pier, right by the coffee shops and ice cream stores and restaurants and shops. Plenty of beds, five bedrooms, open living/dining room on the top floor, elevator to make it easy to get your bags and stuff upstairs. Plenty of parking under the house. Perfect for large gatherings or just a quiet get-away to watch the waves.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We all enjoyed the house and proximity to the beach. Caution to others that the kitchen area is really tight. Preparing for a big meal is challenging. Just a normal non-thanksgiving type meal is fine. I also suggest adding grab bars in the showers for those who have family members who need a bit more security. I also suggest not listing this as 5 bedrooms. I realize there is a disclaimer in the description but its not proximate to a bathroom do not really usable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H., Clemmons,n.c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
Wonderful large home which is within walking distance of anything you need. Beautiful view of pier and beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd Stay
I don’t typically give 5 star reviews nor do I trust them, but there isn’t anything I can say negative about this place or The Waltz family. The beds sleep good, the showers have amazing pressure, and the place was clean and just like it was listed. It’s nice to stay in place that is as nice as my house. You cannot beat the location. We stayed for the week and only had to use our car twice to grab some groceries. The beach was never crowded and at night everything gets even quieter. I used to go to the Myrtle Beach area and now there is no way I could ever go back to that crowded of a beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
October beach getaway
We enjoyed our stay very much! The location was perfect - everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. The elevator was perfect for our senior dog. Happy to say the house was one of the cleanest we have ever rented at Topsail. The kitchen was very well appointed and the luxury bedding did not disappoint! Would definitely rent this property again and would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., Long Valley, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual reunion
For over 20 years, we have joined friends on topsail Island for an annual get together. This was the first time we were actually right near town where we could walk to everything. We had a great time! We will definitely consider this again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 Beach Trip
The house is lovely, ideal location. If you have large vehicles try to travel together only 4 will fit
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation home
We had a great experience! The house was very clean and in a great location. We also like the pay it forward concept.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super convenient!
Great place, located walking distance from center of Surf City. Unexpected advantage was being able to watch the surfers who take advantage of the waves near the pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2-9 2024
The house was everything that we hoped for. Coming into a pay it forward house was wonderful. Smoothest elevator in a beach house was invaluable for Grandma, luggage and groceries. 3 generations enjoyed the ease of being in walking distance to nearly everything. Deck furniture and bed mattresses were STELLAR! Last, but not least, Koby the water dog got to come too! Thanks for a much longed for superb week atthe beach!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023