Located within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - 16 min walk
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 5 min drive
Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - 4 min drive
Shaka Taco - 14 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!
Surf Gypsy is one of the most unique and fun homes you will come across and is set up with every detail your heart can imagine. With ocean views and just steps to the beach access, this home is located on Topsail Island in Surf City, NC. Whether you are looking for the true beach vacation experience, or simply a retreat for the soul, you will find everything needed at your fingertips here at this home and at Topsail Island. This location cannot be beat right in the heart of the Surf City Pier Business District where the majority of restaurants and shopping are located on the island! Off the busy main road and walking/biking distance to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, sweet treats and clothing stores. You can literally reach the beach within one minute of walking out the front door via sidewalk to the beach access at the end of Dolphin St. The coastal boho style and decor has a peaceful and relaxing vibe as soon as you walk through the door. Recently updated from head to toe with a modern farmhouse design that is both warm and cozy with shiplap accents and comfy pillows, blankets and accessories throughout. You will love all of the spaces for everyone to spread out in and enjoy. In the modern kitchen is a large island with seating and a cozy banquet equipped with a high chair if needed. If you decide to cook you will find all of the essential cooking items at your fingertips, as well as sleek modern GE Cafe appliances to get the job done with ease. Off the kitchen is a living room with 55" Smart Roku TV, comfortable furniture, and views overlooking the deck and pool. The TV has a video game card and wireless game controllers and plays over 10,000 games from 9 retro systems such as Nintendo, Playstation and Sega Genesis. Downstairs are 2 bedrooms with one bedroom having a queen bed and one having a full bed with soft, comfortable sheets and linens provided for all beds. The downstairs bedrooms are separated by a Jack and Jill bathroom. This bathroom has a tile shower and bathtub. Upstairs through the spiral staircase is a luxurious and spacious master bedroom and bathroom. The master bedroom features a king size bed with views of the ocean from bed as the entire bedroom area. You'll also find a high vaulted ceiling and inviting loft area above perfect for lounging and gazing at the ocean or sleeping on the twin futon bed found there. To top it off there is a spacious sitting area in the master overlooking the ocean with a full size couch and chair and a 55" smart Roku TV. The master bath is elegant and modern with all of the amenities you will need provided a beautiful tile shower. There are 2 glass sliding doors off the master bedroom which have incredible views of the ocean and peaks of the beach that lead you to the 2nd level deck. This deck is where you will likely want to spend your mornings having coffee or tea and evenings watching the waves roll in while having a cold cocktail. Upstairs off the master is a bedroom with a crib bed for infants, play tent for kids, a full bed on a frame and an additional alcove bed with full mattress. In total there are 4 bedrooms and a loft above the master bedroom, for a total of 5 mattresses, 1 futon bed in the loft, and a crib. Outside there are so many fun spaces to spread out and enjoy on the various decks and in the yard. Enjoy meals under the bamboo canopy cover outside, play in the saltwater pool big enough for the whole gang, relax your muscles in the hot tub, swing in one of the hanging chairs, sunbathe on the deck by the pool in the lounge chairs, or nap in the cozy hammock. A pool heater has just been added to the pool to extend the pool season to virtually 12 months. The nights are fun and magical by the pool which is lit up by festive Edison string lights and fire pit table. There are so many little surprises, toys and activities to keep everyone having a good time no matter what the weather. Some of the amenities included are rafts, floats, surf board, boogie boards, skim board, umbrella, chairs, Neso beach tent, paddle boards, frisbee, lawn darts, cornhole boards, foosball table, play tent for kids, children's toys, board games, card games, books, and more! All bed linens, bath towels and a few beach towels are included. Washer and dryer is included and can be used by guests. There is also a clothes line for towels. This cottage has an air ionizer and UV light air purification system built into the heat and air system that keeps the air fresh and clean for our guest, as well as an air filter with Hepa and carbon filtration. Four beach cruiser bicycles are provided at no charge for guests to cruise to the local hotspots. Plenty of parking available for 4 cars in the driveway, with pay to park spaces located nearby if additional parking is needed for guests. This will be the vacation you will always remember and will not want to end! We hope you will want to come back to stay year after year. Let the memories begin at Surf Gypsy in Surf City, NC!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Paul Buckman
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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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 1,335 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home in Surf City is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. You'll also find Surf City Pier and Inis Spa less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
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 24.3 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 27.8 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!?
Yes, every accommodation at Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.
Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
John S.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This place is very kid and dog friendly with very close access to the beach!
We had a great time, both the house and surrounding area provide lots of entertainment and also be surrounding area is quiet and safe!
John S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Mar 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway — Steps to Beach Great Nearby Golf
We had a wonderful stay at this beach house! The location is excellent — just short walk to the beach, making it very convenient for our family. The home was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with thoughtful extras like beach towels and cooking spices, which made our stay even easier. Communication with Paul was fantastic. We had a quick question about the hot tub, and he responded immediately with helpful information and offered to assist with anything else we needed. He also replied promptly to messages through VRBO. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the home comfortably fit our group of six — three older teen boys, one teenage daughter, and my husband and I. The guys especially enjoyed playing golf during our stay — they played three different days at nearby courses, which was a great bonus! I would absolutely recommend this home and Topsail Beach, especially for those looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway. We visited at the end of March, and it was very peaceful!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy D.
Oct 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Philip and Ashtin’s wedding
This was our first time renting a home instead of staying in a hotel. Because of the wedding we all wanted to stay together. What a wonderful experience we had! The hosts have thought of everything at this vacation home. From ample towels to paper towels, poll toys and toys for our youngest, everything added up to a memorable long weekend. Our family will be doing this again for sure!
Cindy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
The house was amazing. Location was perfect! Pool was a bonus. Paul was very responsive when we had any questions. Can’t wait to come back and hopefully bring the family down next time 😊
Jessica M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shayna R.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place with EVERYTHING You'd Need
Surf Gypsy has everything you think you need and more. The place is cozy and the beds are comfortable. We brought our own toilet paper and paper towels, but left them in car because the house was stocked. The kitchen is beautiful and the fridge is huge. The pool was a major part of our week long vacation. We were out there everyday. And watched football games and the presidential debate on the back porch. The beach is a 3 minute stroll from the house, and great for morning walks. Paul was very communicative and prompt on responding when I asked about the video games. I highly recommend this place to anyone that needs a relaxing place to stay!
Shayna R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jo P.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at it's finest
We enjoyed our stay at this property immensely! The location is perfect.. walking distance to anything you could possibly need and close enough to the ocean to listen to the calming waves. Paul was very communicative and helped us with any issues we had. Highly recommend !
Mary Jo P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
Jul 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at Surf Gypsy
The owner was fabulous to work with! He was attentive and responded to our needs! The pool was a hit with our grandchild! Location to beach is literally a two minute walk! The house was fully furnished with all the little things and big things you need on vacation! A great place to vacation!!!!
Susan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Brad W.
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great week
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Paul was easy to get a hold of and worked well with us
Brad W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lillian C., Winnabow
May 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
All the amenities you will ever want
Everything as on the website is exactly how it is. The linen towels, beach, chairs, bikes, heated pool, hot tub. Everything is extremely clean just a two minute walk to the beach. My nine year old grandson, enjoyed it immensely, bouncing back-and-forth from the beach to the pool. Great communication with the owner. Everything was just perfect for a memorable event with their grandmother.
Lillian C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shane S.
Apr 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Time/Money well spent
Our family enjoyed our stay immensely!!!!A great place to spend time🌞✨️
Shane S.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
Mar 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
One block from the ocean, this home is in the heart of everything that Topsail Beach has to offer. The house has 4 bikes for guests to use, which was very convenient! Beautifully decorated, there was more than enough room for our family of 4. The kids loved the pool and hot tub! We would definitely stay there again!
Michelle P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Valerie T., USA
Feb 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
So beautiful! Daughter even said she would move home from NYC if we purchased it ☺️
Valerie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria M.
Jan 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts thought of everything!
This house really does have it all! We love surf city and staying ocean front but we didn’t feel like we missed anything staying here. With a short walk around the corner to the beach, and a 6 seater awesome golf cart to haul our crew and stuff we had everything we needed. We loved the proximity to the center of town, it was walkable, short bike ride, and a fun golf cart ride. The hosts really thought of everything and the house was exactly as described. I’ve never stayed in a rental with so many amenities and so well stocked. It really felt like home. The pool and hot tub were great and our small pup loved the fenced in backyard. The host was responsive and gave great suggestions on places to eat, and things to do. The house was clean and beautifully decorated, if you are considering booking, do it!
Maria M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark V.
Dec 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Went out of the way
I had a death in the family we was looking for a place at the last minute.The owner worked with his to get us in unit at a reasonable time and had extended our stay .thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in this time in need
Mark V.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barri B.
Oct 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ready to go back!
You had me when I walked through the door and had a tower of coffee pods! You had flavors I didn't know existed (and my family didn't think that was possible - LOL).
The place had everything as advertised and them some. We have rented many times, but having foil, loads of paper towels, toilet paper for more than on day, more than one garbage bag, sunscreen even (I'll stop so I don't spoil ALL of the fun) - it was fantastic!! I hate having to shop for one of this and one of that and you made that unnecessary. Greatly appreciated and looking forward to coming back in the future.
Barri B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sally L.
Oct 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place conveniently located
We had a wonderful stay in this adorable farm style house with an amazing back yard! We will definitely stay again!
Sally L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim S.
Oct 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house!
This house was a perfect getaway to celebrate our 16 year old's birthday with friends. Adults (and dog) stayed upstairs and watched football, while the kids had the run of the downstairs and yard (they especially loved the hot tub and boogie boards). They had so much fun, and it was an easy walk to the beach and shopping. We also were able to walk to dinner.
The beds were comfortable (and so were the pillows), and everything provided was so thoughtful -- especially extra toothbrushes and toothpaste in all of the bathrooms. And some sunscreen! Such a great touch. We found everything we needed in the beautiful kitchen, and were grateful for coffee, cream and sugar in the morning.
Paul was so kind and accommodating. A tropical storm shortened our stay, but Paul kindly allowed us to rinse off in the outdoor shower after our check out when we were able to extend our last day and take advantage of the nice weather after the storm passed.
We definitely plan to come back and do a longer stay in this perfect beach house. Thank you so much for everything!
Kim S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shannon L.
Oct 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Beautiful, stylish, boho perfection!!! We stayed 2 nights for a girls weekend and everyone was ooohing and ahhhing over the interior design of this place. We all agreed that the home was intentionally designed to be a lush, vacation rental. We loved the appliances, the gold details of the kitchen and the silverware, the coffee buffet, the pool, the hot tub, the outdoor electric fireplace and the master bed and bathroom. Perfect ocean view from the second story deck out. Super close walk to the beach and very convenient to restaurants and shopping. Perfect vacation home. Will stay again 🤗❤️.
Shannon L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Sep 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
We stayed at this nice house for 5 nights! This is in a really good location to beach access as well as other activities in Surf City.
We really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Check in and out was very easy. We have everything we needed for our weeks stay. I would highly recommend.
David S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paula M.
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun
Wonderful, centrally located to everything. Relaxing, close to beach access. Pool was great when getting back from beach, playing games or just floating around.
Paula M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason T.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and close
We really enjoyed staying at this little beach home. It was a reasonable walk to the beach, and has a great entertaining area in the back. Will be coming back for sure.
Jason T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary e y.
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
We had an absolute wonderful time here. The home is so beautiful and clean. It was a perfect week at the beach. We will be back.
mary e y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew W.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever
Perfect spot for a family vacation! Steps to the beach, clean private pool and hot tub, recently renovated with all the amenities and finishing touches. Paul's communication/updates were friendly and well timed. You wont regret your stay here!
Matthew W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
lori M.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful boho retreat!
We can’t say enough about our awesome week-long stay at Paul’s beach house. Paul could not have been a better host. He was incredibly accommodating, providing everything we could need and more. He checked in on us throughout our stay, and was very responsive, ensuring we had the best possible visit. The second we walked in, the house smelled great and was very clean. There were pamphlets and magazines waiting for us that included info about the island. It was so exciting to walk around the house and explore the beautiful decorations and bedrooms. We were pleasantly surprised by everything we came across in the home; it was stocked with anything and everything you could think of. The sheets and towels were so soft, the beds beautifully made and so comfortable. The house easily fit the 7 of us, along with our two pups. The pool and hot tub were an added bonus! There were fun pool toys and several rafts to choose from. At night, the backyard was lit up with string lights and the pool was spectacular. The house is right across the street from the beach, taking us literally 2 minutes to walk there. The beach wasn’t too crowded, and Paul provided all we needed (chairs, umbrellas, and towels). Thank you Paul, so much, for making our stay here at Topsail such a memorable one! We hope to be back!
lori M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melinda B.
Jul 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Our group had a wonderful stay! The house was very close to the beach and had a wonderful pool that the kids loved! The swinging chairs were a huge hit among everyone- adults and kids alike. The top deck had a wonderful breeze in the evening and was so quaint with the Edison bulbs. The kids all loved the kid room upstairs, especially with the light-up tent, and all of the pool and other push toys in the garage. Everything was very clean and basically new so it felt like we were the first to stay there. We absolutely loved the clothesline.The only thing we didn't love was the spiral staircase with the kids, but they got used to it and despite going faster than we wanted, no one ever got hurt. The outside stairs were also available, so that really helped. Despite our issues with the staircase, we will definitely return.