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Shell Shocked - Oceanfront Surf Condo, Sleeps 6

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A floor plan of a covered porch, living room with a queen sleeper sofa, dining area, kitchen, alcove with bunk bed, utility room, entry, and a bedroom with a king bed.
A wooden deck with a view of the beach and ocean.
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A multi-story building with balconies, a sandy ground, and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Inis Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

This condo is a short stroll from Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. The condo includes a kitchen, a furnished balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Inis Spa - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Escape Spa - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shell Shocked - Oceanfront Surf Condo, Sleeps 6

Bright and airy, this oceanfront 1 bedroom 1.5 bath condo located on the first floor offers something for everyone. Enjoy a front row seat for sunrise, spend the day at the beach or lounge by the pool with a poolside gazebo and multi-level decking complete with lounge chairs.. Enjoy sunrises, ocean views and evening breezes on your vacation. You can't get any closer to the sand and surf than in this front row condo. Paved & wooden walkways lead to a crossover to the sandy, white beach and crystal blue waters. And after a day of sun and sand, you can use the outdoor shower to wash it away. And enjoy the private oceanfront covered deck.

The open concept living room, dining and kitchen maximize the space and give everyone an amazing view through the sliding doors to the Atlantic. The classic kitchen provides everything you need to dine in or take your meals outside on the oceanfront covered deck. Comfortable seating in the living room is perfect for evening movies.

Sweet Dreams: Linens (Bed and Bath) are not included. Linens are available for rent through Ward Realty.
Back Bedroom: King Bed; TV; private half bath and connecting full bath with tub/shower
Hall Alcove: Bunk Bed (custom built-ins); full bath adjacent
Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Location:
Your beach condo is located approximately 1.2 miles north of the Surf City high rise bridge, near the central part of Topsail Island. This puts you close to restaurants, shops, and the Surf City Pier plus more! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island's past.

Amenities:
Central Heat/Air
Keyless Entry
2 cable TVs, DVD player
Wireless Internet
Kitchen with dishwasher & microwave
Ceiling fans
Covered porch/balcony with deck furniture
Community swimming pool
On-site laundry facilities - coin operated

Additional Property Information:
Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises
No Pets - No pets allowed by tenants on the premises
2026 HOA Run Community Pool: open April- October (opening and closing dates to be announced). 8 am to 8 pm daily, weather & safety concerns permitting.
Gate/laundry/parking passes/pool keycard required with a credit card on file.
1st floor unit - exclusive use of covered parking under the unit. Please note that Surf Condo units only provide parking for 2 vehicles.
Boats, trailers, jet skis, etc. are not allowed on the condo premises.

Trip Preparation:
Rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay seem as close to home, while you are away from home as possible. All our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, and much more! Please note this condo does not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through Ward Realty.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a furnished balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. A TV comes with cable channels and a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this condo?

This condo is located in Surf City, a short 5-minute walk from Surf City Beach and also 18 minutes on foot from Inis Spa. You'll also find Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Seacoast Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

What is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 24.6 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Shell Shocked - Oceanfront Surf Condo, Sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay right on the ocean. The private parking space under our room made it very convenient to store our beach gear without having to carry it in and out of the room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa H.

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

Beach vacation

The views and location were absolutely perfect! Our family had a great week and would definitely come back. Beach is very family friendly. Condo was clean and plenty of space. Kitchen was well stocked with the essentials. Pool was refreshing and spacious. Overall great condo and great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Adrienne W.

Great loc & view, needs fixes

You can’t get closer to the beach. It’s not a very big stretch of beach (maybe 30-50 ft from balcony to surf during hi/low tide), but sand is smooth and water pretty clear. There’s no exit off the balcony so you do need to walk down one flight of stairs and over to walkway about 40ft away. Very close. Overall the condo is okay. Bringing all the linens and paper products is standard for me, so that was no issue. But the huge list of checkout instructions was a bit much. Not sure why we paid a cleaning service fee b/c we left it cleaner than we found it. The shower heads in full bath need replaced. Just not strong enough jet. The fan over master bed was very wobbly so we didn’t use it. The patio doors need replaced immediately. We didn’t call maintenance b/c it requires actual new doors. The entire set is rusted and hard to slide, and glass door actually lifts out of track on bottom. It was usable but a real pain in butt. My kids weren’t able to open/shut door so we had to do it. When I called before check in to say we might be late, lady said our keys would be out front of office in a box. When I asked for code to unlock that box, she said there was no lock. I do not think condo keys along with my check-in and personal info should be in an unsecured box! Luckily we got there right at closing time so it wasn’t an issue. And when we left, the keys get dropped into a slot that slides inside office, like a bank or library overnight slot, so they’re secure. There aren’t a ton of restaurant choices but check out the tiny Island Delights. Very good sandwiches. If you go boating in the ICW, rent from Topsail. Then go about a quarter mile to Sailfish for dinner. Stop there because there isn’t anything else for many miles. There are other marinas but not with food beyond chips and candy. Traffic absolutely sucks because it is such a tiny spot, so make sure you get to the Walmart first and don’t go back past the bridge again. It takes forever. Worse than Bethany Beach or OB.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018