Located within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 50 min drive - 41.8 miles
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 54 min drive - 36.1 miles
Wrightsville Beach - 56 min drive - 37.8 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 7 min drive
Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - 5 min drive
Shaka Taco - 5 min drive
Sear's Landing - 7 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 6 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.
Secluded Home Nestled under Live Oaks. Beach Gear & Linens Included.
Welcome to the Shell of Sargasso! This quaint and charming home is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a Topsail Island vacation.
Nestled in the quiet community of Pleasant Cove and surrounded by large, live oaks, you will surely find serenity on the decks of this home. Located just minutes from both, Topsail Beach and Surf City, there are many restaurants, shops, grocery stores and parks nearby. With just a three minute walk to the nearest beach access, you will have your toes in the sand in no time! After a day in the sand and sun, rinse off in the enclosed outdoor shower, enjoy dinner at the screened in picnic table and end the evening relaxing on the decks with a good book.
Upon entry, you will find an open living space, kitchen and dining area as well as the primary bedroom. Open living spaces makes spending family time together that much easier! The dining table offers seating for six and is perfect for those family game nights or just enjoying meals together. Three additional seats can be found at the kitchen bar. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything needed to cook meals in including pots, pans, flatware, microwave, oven/stove, coffee pot and more! The outside deck wraps around to the dining area and living area, making it the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee.
The primary bedroom is located on the lower level right off of the kitchen and offers a comfortable Queen sized bed, as well as an attached full bath. Please, note that this bathroom is the only bathroom on the lower level. On the upper level, you will find two additional bedrooms. Guest bedroom 1 offers a Queen sized bed, plenty of closet space and a private outdoor deck. Guest bedroom 2 features two more additional beds, 1 Double and 1 Twin. This bedroom does have a full ensuite bathroom however, this bathroom is the only bathroom upstairs so will be shared with the other guest bedroom.
Pack light for your stay! There is a washer/dryer and ALL bed linens and towels are provided!
(1) set of towels is provided for each person on the reservation up to the max capacity. A set of towels includes (1) bath towel, (1) hand towel and (1) wash cloth.
ISPM also provides our guests with a "Welcome Bag" to help kick your stay off on the right foot. Welcome Bags include a roll of paper towels, a roll of toilet paper, trash bags, laundry detergent, dishwasher pods, dish soap and sponge. Please, keep in mind that these are just to get you started and are not meant to be enough for a weeks stay.
House Rules: **Guests will be required to submit valid photo ID, as well as a signed rental agreement within 48 hours in order for the reservation to be considered complete** **Guests authorizes Inlet Shores Property Management to process a credit/debit card prior to check-in in order to hold a security deposit** **Guests must be at least 25 years of age** **NO parties of any kind is allowed on the premises** **Absolutely NO smoking allowed**
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.
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
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
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 parties of any kind. NO smoking allowed on the premises. NO pets allowed unless noted
If home is left in poor condition, guest will be held responsible for excess cleaning fees
Renter must be atleast 25 years of age, provide valid ID, sign a rental agreement and place a CC on file for a security deposit hold prior to check-in
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Note from host: Pets are not allowed, however may be allowed on ca
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: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Surf City, just steps from Surf City Beach. You'll also find Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included.?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
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 do couples enjoy most about Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included.?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.
Are there hot tubs at Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included.?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included.?
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 21.1 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 29.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included.?
Yes, every house at Just a 3 Min Walk to Sand. Beach Gear & Linens Included. comes with a patio.
Secluded Home Nestled under Live Oaks. Beach Gear & Linens Included. Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nikki B.
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nikki B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Vickie B.
May 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So Much Better Than A Hotel Stay!
Very cute house. Lots of steps, Closet in Master is locked as an “owner closet” Which is really inconvenient. Especially for two 76 year olds,. Kitchen is well equipped.
Inside was very clean and tidy. Outside needs some grooming. Leaves need to be blown out of the drive and patio area. Would stay there again.