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On the beach, sun loungers
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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtle Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Topsail Beach

This vacation home places you next to Surf City Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. 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
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Missiles and More Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 58 min drive - 46.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The Lbc Bottle Shop & Beer Yard - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬29 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.

'Stress Free By The Sea'

Property Address: 1001 Ocean Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC
Oceanfront Beach Home on Gorgeous Topsail Beach, Topsail Island, NC 28445


Desirable south end of Topsail Beach. Unspoiled, quiet, safe, and as family beach experiences were in bygone years with 26 Miles of Barrier Island white sand beach, yet with modern amenities and close access to the cities of Wilmington, Hampstead and Jacksonville. Restaurants and shopping are in walking distance near by and also in neighboring beach towns of Surf City and North Topsail.

This home is well maintained and with 180 degree view of ocean, all bedrooms are oceanfront as well as main living area. View of Jolly Roger pier, sound/Inter-coastal Water Way view from the front deck/windows. Covered and uncovered decks and parking for 4 vehicles. Lovely and casual beach decor throughout.

Lots and homes in the area are well spaced and non-cramped and beach are not overly crowded even on summer holiday weeks!

SO-- come and get AHHHHH...'STRESS FREE BY THE SEA'!!!

Keywords: House
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 expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet

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

Rules

IMPORTANT: Linens are not provided. Delivery services are available if needed.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Equipment rental nearby. Delivery available

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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, 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
  • 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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

Located steps from Surf City Beach, this vacation home is in Topsail Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Missiles and More Museum. You'll also find Hampstead Kiwanis Park and Sloop Point Plantation nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, though there is a max of 4 spaces.

Is this vacation home next to 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.

Is 'Stress Free By The Sea' good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.

Are there hot tubs at 'Stress Free By The Sea' ?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 17.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at 'Stress Free By The Sea' ?

Yes, every accommodation at 'Stress Free By The Sea' comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.

'Stress Free By The Sea' Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful vacation property- adequate space, comfortable beds, well-stocked kitchen, two wonderful ocean front decks. The location was perfect for our needs; we would definitely come again! The owner was a pleasure to communicate with...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view from every room. Everything you needed to prepare any meal desired. Loved they had beach chairs, umbrellas bbq grill. Will definitely rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home was so clean and beautifully decorated. Everything worked, even the small things like night lights, oven light, outdoor hoses, etc. Everything in the home was in great shape (bedding, kitchen supplies, bathrooms). While there, the hot water heater went out. The owner was right on it and before we knew it, a brand new hot water heater was installed. This was the best home we have stayed in at Topsail Island.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn Hornburg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was great for our friends and family. The decks are very nice and the view too. The house was clean and the kitchen has most everything you’d need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Beach Vacation

This is our second stay at Stress Free by the Sea. It is a great house in a great location. Amazing deck with great furniture and sunrise views. House is well stocked for a magical beach vacation. Walking distance to restaurants, bars, ice cream and mini-golf! We plan to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot with kind owners.

There isn’t a better spot to be on the island! Easy walk to the town of topsail for good food and Putt putt. Beautiful views and wonderful cottage. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view of the sunrise over the ocean!

What a fabulous home & location. Walking distance to the pier (take $2 for pier admission) .3 mile to arcade, putt putt, pickleball courts, grocery store & gift shops. Must go to Lewis fish market .3 mile away. We rented fat tire bikes to ride the coast line & had a blast. You will be outfitted for the beach with beach chairs, umbrella, boogie boards. Take your own LINENS/Towels, or have them delivered through sweet dreams linen service, they are not provided! The kitchen is well stocked with equipment, no spices or coffee provided. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Family Trip

Mike and his family have a wonderful property. My family has been coming to Topsail for 35 years and this is by far our favorite property we stayed at - and we’ve stayed at roughly 20 different properties through the years. The deck is beautiful and easily navigated. The deck furniture is in great condition, comfortable and sturdy. The outside shower was perfection and so well thought out. The kitchen is well stocked and the ability to easily walk to downtown was amazing. I will definitely be staying here again. Everything was clean and comfortable and I loved the reverse floor plan. Mike was also very responsive. Thank you so much for an amazing time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alex H., Riverview, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place, Perfect Location, Perfect Time of Year

This is a fantastic place to gather with friends and family JUST after the Summer high season. There was PLENTY of room for seven of us to enjoy the living room, kitchen, dining room AND the multiple decks w/chairs and loungers. The surrounding area was super-quiet, with the occasional jogger and bike riders. I KNOW it's a vastly different scene sitting the Summer, as I've been there at that time. During THIS time if the year the beach was as not crowded at all, and having the direct access from the rental is SUCH a treat. The sunrise views from the deck were just exquisite. Again, the location is simply perfect, and so was the time spent with family and dear friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Linens and towels

The property was great. Well stocked kitchen. The house was just great. But when we arrived in the late evening there were no sheets on the beds or towels available. Thankfully after calling the owner he gave us a code to open a closet with those items. A roof over the deck was wonderful to keep the direct sun off and make it cooler.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House in Topsail Beach

We come to Topsail each summer and this is the best house we've rented yet. The proximity to the town makes walking for Cora's or Lewis tacos a breeze, and when we need to go back across the bridge for something else it isn't an inconvenience. The covered decks make for great early morning and evening relaxation to the sounds of the waves.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Beach stay

The location is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Getaway

We loved our stay at Stress Free By The Sea. We’ve made it a tradition over the last few year to meet my parents (from Ohio) in Topsail to spend time together over the holiday. Although the weather wasn’t the best, being right on the beach was such a lovely treat. The deck space is absolutely gorgeous and was perfect for star-gazing at night and catching sunsets in the morning. We even saw a large pod of dolphins the morning that we left. The quaint town of Topsail is very walkable, complete with cute little shops and a few restaurants. We were able to walk to the corner to watch the Topsail Christmas Parade, which was way more fun than we expected! The house itself was perfect for our family. We loved that ALL of our rooms were oceanfront (the kids were especially psyched). The kitchen had plenty of space for us to cook an entire Thanksgiving meal, and the round dining table was amazing for all the games we played. Would definitely recommend Stress Free By The Sea & would love to return during warmer weather to enjoy it to its fullest!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

We thoroughly enjoyed the ‘Stress free by the sea’ property! Mike was responsive to all my questions prior to and during our stay. The thermostat went out on the main floor, but was fixed the next day (we understand things happen!) & it did not affect our stay one bit. I wish some linens (towels) were provided to avoid the overhaul/extra cost, but it was clear linens would not be provided from the description. Beautiful house, access to the beach and porches!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fishing Trip

We had an amazing stay for our annual family fishing trip. Great location and a great place that suited our needs. Thank you for allowing us to have the family get together to make memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Beach Trip to Topsail

The house and the location were wonderful. We loved the house decor, easy access to the town of Topsail and most of all the oceanfront access and view. The owner was great, communication was seamless. Mother Nature did deliver a tropical storm, which caused us to loose a beach day, but will make an interesting story to share as part of our 2023 experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach house

Our stay started off a bit rough as the downstairs HVAC went out the first day we were there (it was quite hot outside and in), but luckily it wasn’t major, and Mike was able to get it repaired quickly so it didn’t ruin our trip. During the ordeal he was responsive and reassured us he would get it taken care of. After that, the stay was incredible. All bedrooms have the beach so we all had great views and surf sounds in our rooms. The new deck is fantastic and we spent a majority out there. There is nothing like waking up early and sitting on the deck or easily stepping out onto the beach to watch the sunrise over the pier which is a short distance away. The beach is probably the best beach I’ve ever been to. The surf/beach is perfect for kids. The design of the house is ideal for families. Everyone has there own space but there is a ton of group space too. I really enjoyed the new benches around the kitchen table. Very easy to slide in and out for eating and games. The wifi and Roku boxes everywhere are great for other entertainment. If you want a relaxing stay that is totally focused on beach and family time, this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

August 2022 Stay

Very nice house with great oceanfront location within walking distance to the town of Topsail Beach. Worked well for our family with mom, dad, two children, and grandmother.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really Nice

Really nice house with a layout that fit or family needs really well. The new deck and walkway was a good addition Except for the rainy days there was beautiful sunrises that could be viewed from the deck House was clean with comfortable beds and easy arrival instructions Owner was easy to access Great location for a family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness

5-Star. Under-Promised then Over-Deliver.

Our first trip to Topsail Island was enhanced by the accommodations of Stress Free by the Sea. Everything was as advertised and then some. The pictures don’t do the home justice. The main living area is more spacious than it appears. The lower level is perfect for young families. And the deck is amazing. Literally steps from the beach. You can tell a lot of thought and effort was put in when it was built. The convenience of the deck shower/hose was invaluable. The kitchen has everything you need. The washer/dryer ran like a dream. The washer pressure was excellent. The water heater stayed hot for everyone’s showers post-beach. The only thing I would had like to had would be a ceiling fan in the bunk room for the kids. The neighborhood was calm and quiet, perfect for our young family. Lifelong memories were made. We will definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great ocean getaway!

One of the best beach vacations we've ever had. Traveled with friends of ours who have been vacationing with us for over 20 years. Our adult children joined us. Room enough for everyone to have privacy, amazing location, and an incredible beach. The house has everything you need. The beach never felt crowded. Great weather every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual extended family vacation

We had a lovely, relaxing stay. We enjoy ocean front setting with minimal tourist attractions. Location was ideal for us. We like to cook in with 1 or 2 nights out. It was exactly what I hoped it would be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional!

This was our second trip to Stress Free by the Sea, and it was every bit as enjoyable as the first. The oceanfront decks are amazing, and the inside flows well for our family of 7. We are already planning next year's stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely superb!

Our experience with “Stress Free By The Sea” was just that! Could not ask for a better experience. We will most definitely be booking this property again in the near future. If you have any doubts try it once and see for yourself! No complaints here! Great job by “The Pittman’s” in all aspects!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

William A., Sandston

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Little Gem

Beautiful house with amazing views. The house was everything we wanted and so much more. We will definitely be back, this will be our Talopsail Vacation house from now on. Thanks so much The Adams Family
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022