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Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly

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A room with a bay window overlooking the beach, featuring a bed and a ceiling fan.
A room with a glass table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach through a sliding glass door.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are two white bar stools at the island.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A beach house with a wooden deck, a staircase leading to a covered porch, and a sandy beach in the foreground.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

This vacation home places you next to Surf City Beach and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Ohana Paddle Sports. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 47 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 50 min drive - 41.2 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 55 min drive - 38.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly

Nestled snugly along the pristine North Carolina coastline, our family beach house stands as a timeless sentinel to generations of joy and laughter. Built by our grandfather in the carefree era of the 1970s, it has been a steadfast sanctuary where the soothing rhythm of the waves and the salty tang of the sea breeze weave together a tapestry of cherished memories.

Perched majestically on the oceanfront, the house boasts weathered wooden beams and windows that frame breathtaking views of the endless horizon. Its timeless facade whispers stories of countless summers spent under the sun, and winters huddled by the crackling fireplace, cocooned in warmth and togetherness.

Inside, the walls echo with the laughter of children playing, the clinking of glasses raised in celebration, and the melodies of shared songs around the kitchen table. Each corner holds a treasure trove of memories: the cozy nook where ghost stories were spun, the kitchen where generations put together the perfect low country boil, and the deck where lazy afternoons melted into starlit evenings.

But beyond its simple beauty, our family beach house is a testament to the enduring bonds of kinship and the timeless magic of shared experiences. It's where we've celebrated birthdays, weddings, and graduations. It's where we've sought solace in times of sorrow and found strength in moments of triumph. It's where we've grown together, forging bonds that withstand the test of time.

Please note: This is a pet friendly property. There is a $200 pet fee if you are bringing a pet.

We do not provide linens but we can provide you with the link and information to a great rental linen company that delivers. Pillows and a top blanket is provided.

We also do not provide paper products or consumables but will have a few items to start off your stay.

We do provide internet and modern amenities but this is an older cottage that was updated in the early 2000's. She is clean and maintained and boast a beautiful view of the ocean.

Every year we are making improvements, so please make sure to book us again. For 2026 we installed a new HVAC system, a new induction stove and a new refrigerator that we consider kid friendly. We have even bigger improvements planned for 2027!

We will send you a Welcome packet with all important information regarding your stay prior to your trip.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No house parties or large gatherings. Please stay off the Dunes, they are crucial to protecting the houses and life on the island.
Pets have to be cleaned up after and poop has to be disposed of properly. Please clean up after accidents inside using the provided cleaner.
Thermostat needs to be on 72 will staying at the cottage to prevent issues. Please keep windows and doors closed to prevent condensation.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Surf City, just steps from Surf City Beach. You'll also find Southside Park and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Does Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 21.2 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly?

Yes, every house at Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

Cozy oceanfront beach house, only a few minutes from downtown & pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay here with my family. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amenities. Worth the extra effort of hauling linens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the old beach house feel! Location is perfect. You can tell it’s a family home with lots of memories
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Overall stay and location were fine. Unfortunately I did have a few issues with lights, plumbing, and front door code lock and was told that nothing could be done until after the stay. The grill was falling apart and should be removed immediately. The porch also has quite a few weak spots and holes that need to be addressed ASAP. I appreciate their accepting of dogs but the sun room smelled heavily of dog pee and had to mop it the first day I arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Access to the beach was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A good place to stay

Nice location, clean and on the beach. House could use alittle renovations “paint and doors” but over all a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, loved the beachfront access. Will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a great location!

Our stay was great! Couldn’t have asked for any better! My family had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property.

This was everything we could have asked for and more. Perfect location and adorable home. We loved staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The check in process was good and the owners very responsive to messages. The kitchen had a cold refrigerator that was able to keep up with ice, and it was fairly well stocked for basic cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location!!!

We had a great time! Close to LOTS to do and right on the beach! We loved it! Host is also great at responding to messages!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house. Perfect for us. Beachfront. It was exactly what we needed and the rooms were perfect for all of us. Would definitely stay here again. The owners responded quickly with everything, even when we had a little issue with the air conditioning, they got someone out asap. Very quickly. Location was perfect. We love this house. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed 6-28-2026 until 7-4-2026. I received the check-in code before check-in time. There are 2 parking spots in front of the garage and 4 in the garage. In the garage there was a gas grill and charcoal grill, washing machine and dryer, and an assortment of beach toys. On the ground level, same as the garage, there is a full bath. There are stairs outside and spiral stairs inside going to the main level. On the main level there is a master bed/bath, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom above the garage. The kitchen, dining area, and family room are an open area. Facing the beach is a sunroom with a sliding door that leads to the deck and a bedroom with a wall of windows facing the beacch. The spiral stairs go into the beach bedroom. There was a baby gate and a few board games. In the kitchen there was a coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot. I may have missed a small appliance or two. Spacious deck with nine steps leading to the sand. The house was perfect for us and the host was extremely responsive. The pictures do not do this house justice. The house wad clean and well organized.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach house

Booked this place for my family and friends beach vacation. After arriving we were pleasantly surprised. The beach house was much larger than it appeared in the photos. The kitchen was great for cooking in every night. The beach is right at your front door. My kids my family and my dog loved this place. Thank you so much. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
I absolutely love that this house is on the beach. Very convenient when traveling with kids. However, the pictures on the listing are not current. The house, the stairs and the deck need work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beachfront

Our stay at this home was Great ! Literally right on the sand , no long walk to beach . Big spacious deck, totally gated in for pets/children such a beautiful part of topsail Near restaurants and shopping . This was our first time at a VRBO and the process was great. My communication with Nikki was rest assuring With questions I had with quick responses We will be back ! Loved our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and cozy

We absolutely loved this beach house. Perfect location right on the sand. It felt like being at home. We had the best weather. I would definitely enjoy staying here again. Has plenty of room and so convenient being right in the sand not having to haul things back and forth to the beach and can easily take sun breaks for a lunch on the deck. Thank you for being so welcoming to your charming home on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Summer stay

Great home, only down side was that it was pet friendly and the rug on porch and down stairs smelled like pet urine. We appreciate pet friendly, It just might be a good idea to remove rugs and so pets are not tempted. Overall, great home and wonderful host! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time! The house was clean and welcoming. It was easy to feel right at home. The view of the ocean was incredible!! You walk right off the back deck onto the beach! The host was very responsive and easy to reach. I’m already dreaming about my next trip back! What I liked about the house (besides the amazing view and proximity to the ocean) was that it has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. There are 2 bathrooms in the main living area, and 1 downstairs off of the garage when you enter or exit the house. To get upstairs from the garage to the main level, there is a really cool spiral staircase. At the top of the staircase you enter into a bedroom with a full size bed. Since the spiral stairs are accessible, I personally would not put young children in this room to sleep. The other 3 bedrooms are at the other end of the house in a hallway. I also liked that you can pull your vehicle inside the garage. We had 4 teenagers with us, and rented bicycles. We could park 2 vehicles and 4 bicycles inside the garage with plenty of room to spare. The appliances were very nice and the kitchen has pots, pans, and utensils. Overall the house is laid out very well and comfortably fit 4 teenagers and 2 adults. A great time was had by all!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location!

It's right on the beach, and about the right distance from middle of Surf City and middle of Topsail Beach. The house itself is comfortable, has all the amenities you need. It's from a previous generation, so the wall facing the beach isn't all windows; living room can be a bit dark. But we had a great time alternating between the beach and sitting inside and reading, watching NBA playoffs, and eating and talking. Public access path is just adjacent, and that could get a bit loud, but not a problem for us. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Linen

Forgot to read the entire policy. No sheets and towels were supplied. Linen rental places were all closed and we had to go buy sheets and towels at Walmart. Will read the entire policy next time when renting.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beach front is awesome!

Our family stayed here in June 2024, the house is clean and has plenty of space. Views from the back deck are incredible and being right on the beach is the number one reason to rent this house. Fully stocked kitchen, air conditioner gets icy cold, plenty of room for two adults, three teenagers and a dog. Communication with the owner was great, they were very attentive and welcoming. The only reason we don’t give it five stars is because the house is definitely showing its age, some doors stick, the paneling needs paint in places, and the back deck needs new decking. That said, it’s easy to forgive everything because of the location and the view, we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This house was weird. The refrigerator and stove were top of the line appliances, but then so much of the house was really old and unmaintained. There were areas around windows that looked like they potentially had leaks. The toilets barely flushed. The garage door sometomes took up to 5 tries before it would close. There were not enough trash bags and not enough toilet paper for the full week we were there. It does specify in the listing that there are no linens so be aware of that. I flew in and having to buy spare linens and pay to fly them in was an added expense for an already pricey rental. I've stayed at lots of VRBOs and this host was probably the least friendly I've rented from. I asked if there were pillows available since there were no linens and pillows seemed like a "linen" grey area to me. The response was not "yes we have pillows." It was, "pillows aren't linens" which is a little bit of a rude response. I was also vacationing with my brother and his family. I was the one that booked the trip so the door code was coming to me, but I was flying in with no access to wifi. Host won't give out the code until a couple hours before the 4pm check in which made that whole scenario difficult for us since my brother arrived before me but I couldn't get him that code. Overall, I would not return to this property. This was not a budget price for NC but definitely should have been given the condition and lack of amenities other than the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation Station

It was amazing! Other review mentioned the house’s imperfections but it was exactly what I would expect for a beach house! It’s clean, it’s has air conditioning, RIGHT ON THE BEACH, huge kitchen, dishwasher, washer and dryer, enclosed garage. We come here every other year for forced relaxation. We were able to set up our chairs and umbrellas in the AM and go in and out as we wanted! There is a hose on the deck to spray off. NOTE: You must bring your own linens/towels. We used the company the owner recommended and it was at our door when we got there! It’s about 7 minute drive to the pier area where everything is, it is not realistic walking distance. I would 100% stay again. The beach area is also the most “dead area” for perfect relaxation and not an overlap of people set up all over. Owner was quick to respond when I had questions. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs Maintenance

Unfortunately, the interior of the house was in need of significant maintenance. There was visible water damage on the living room walls, hallway, and bathroom. The mold and mildew were particularly noticeable in the porch bedroom and the downstairs bathroom which is accessed via a very narrow spiral staircase. There is a beautiful view from the inside porch, however they have a film on the sliding doors that bubbled and deflects it. The doors themself have mold on them and do not open properly and the other set is screwed shut so it does not open at all. The outside stairs are broken and wobble when you go up and down them. The upstairs bathroom exhaust fans do not work at all. This house is spacious and the location is right on the beach. The back bedrooms were nice, it has a large dining table, a dishwasher and plenty of seating in the living room. We did enjoy our stay, I just wish the property would have been maintained better; that is the reason for a lower review.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024