This vacation home places you next to Thomas Tackle and Seafood and within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - 13 min walk
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 4 min drive
Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - 3 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.
Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining.
The Hattie Soundfront Cottage is located in Surf City - the heart of Topsail Island and Topsail Beach. Named after our Great Aunt who loved the beauty nature offers. 3Br, 2.5 bath plus an outdoor shower. Reverse layout duplex with open floor plan overlooking beautiful inter-coastal waterway just steps away from the ocean. Fully furnished to feel like a home away from home. Just 1/2 mile to city center - walk to restaurants, ice cream, shopping, groceries, the community center, pier, surf school, 2 parks and more. Bunk room for the kids sleeps 4 with remaining two bedrooms comfortably appointed with queen beds with views of the sound and decks. Private outdoor shower and extra storage on ground level. Four decks offer 360 views, including sunsets over the sound and an abundance of birds and wildlife! Plenty of parking underneath house and driveway. Linens are provided and will be delivered to the house - 2 queen, 2 twin and 1 full bed and all bath towels. Convenient location also provides easy access to off island grocery stores and shopping.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table. Limited housekeeping is available.
Property manager
Anita Watkins
Languages
English
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No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,550 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
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Note from host: No pets allowed but this is not a pet free home.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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.
Property is also known as
Soundfront Topsail Beach Getaway - New Listing! Holly Ridge
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
Located steps from Thomas Tackle and Seafood, this vacation home is in Surf City, and within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. You'll also find Surf City Pier and Southside Park less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the 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.
Is Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining. good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining. ?
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.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
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 23 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 28.4 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining. ?
Yes, every accommodation at Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining. comes with a deck.
Sunset Over Sound Just a Block From the Ocean! Short Walk to Shopping/Dining. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
April L.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location!
Beautiful sunsets, short walk to the beach, and all the beach gear you could think of accessible to you! We loved our stay here. Communicating with the owner was easy and fast as well. Would absolutely recommend this home to a friend.
April L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shawna M.
Jun 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
This property is ideal for making fun memories with your family. Amazing views for gathering together including beautiful sunsets over the intercoastal water, plenty of space for , 2 1/2 bathrooms made showering much easier with our group of 7, parking for 4 vehicles, indoor & outdoor games available for quality time & laughs, beach equipment/ toys were a bonus especially the surf boards. The outdoor shower and additional hose made beach clean up much easier. Multi level balconies provided plenty of seating & opportunity to view wildlife together. Hosts were quick to respond and genuinely kind. There is even a path available with the property that leads you to the beach within a block. We made so many FUN memories as a family!
Shawna M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keith M.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, great location, lots of property perks
Seriously you are just a few minutes walk to a nearby beach access point. You're even within walking distance to some great dining options, gift shops, and a grocery store. Almost everything you need for a day at the beach they have on-hand. The outdoor shower was super-helpful in keeping all that sand you bring back out of the house. There were games for the kids to play, a Roku we used to help live stream the Olympics, books that my spouse found engaging while she enjoyed some early morning moments on one of the 4 decks. I have no complaints about the home at all. Thanks for letting us stay at your property, we loved every minute of it except a few sunburns :).
Keith M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trish B.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and well equipped
We had a great stay at Anita’s house. Very clean. Everything you could need is there.
This was our fThe only thing I wo
Trish B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Isaac W.
Jul 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Walking distance to the beach and in the heart of surf city.
Isaac W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach getaway
My boyfriend and i brought 4 teenagers for a beach vaca. Everything was perfect and we made great memories ❤️
Mary W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindy A.
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect!!!!!!
I can’t say enough positive things about this stay!!First of all, the owner was very quick to respond when I had lost the check in info. We met two of the neighbors who actually live in houses on either side and they were so nice! Having our linens saran wrapped and in a tub let us know that they were definitely clean and we didn’t even use them all so we had plenty! If we had stayed longer we would have also had the washer and dryer available. The house was spotless, extremely roomy and had such a welcoming feel and beautiful decor. We don’t have little ones but we noticed how family and kid friendly it was from the little step stools under the sinks , kids seating to a downstairs closet FULL of beach wagons, beach toys etc! Also there were movies, games and books. We loved playing corn hole in the back yard as we watched the most gorgeous sunset!! Having three bathrooms and two showers was perfect! The absolute highlight of this house was the porches!!! You could open the door of the living room, two bedrooms and kitchen and have full access to very roomy porches. Being able to open the curtains of the main bedroom and have that gorgeous view of the sound which you could enjoy either from inside or outside on the porch was just breathtaking! There was a nice breeze in the evenings as i sat on the porch facing the sound and read until it became dark. You just can’t go wrong with this house. I am hoping that it will be available off season because we would definitely return!
Cindy A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
Sep 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset over the Sound!
Really enjoyed the stay at this sound front location over Labor Day weekend. Just a half mile walk into town and the beach was just one block over. Kitchen is well stocked and plenty of beach equipment in the storage room so we didn’t have to haul everything from Wake Forest.
Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Megan A.
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great place - Clean, walking distance to beach, spacious.
Megan A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kyle H.
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Time!
My friends and I greatly enjoyed the house and accommodations! Great facilities, nice beds, and only a short distance to the beach. Would stay here again in the future and eagerly recommend this space to others!
Kyle H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samantha L.
Jul 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for Big Families
Beautiful property, tons of things inside and outside to do/use to keep kiddos entertained and comfortable. My kids loved the bunk beds and cooking in the kitchen was a dream! We’re already talking about coming back next year!
Samantha L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Avigale H.
Jun 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
The house was super clean, orgnaized, and provided MANY kitchen appliances. There was no struggle with preparing food.
The area was great and super close to the beach.
Avigale H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn B.
Aug 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
End of summer vacation
Perfect place to stay with college age children. Loved the spacious kitchen and and it was well stocked. The evening sunsets were picture perfect.
Dawn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Reed J.
Jul 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Rental
The property was clean, well-situated, and suited my family's needs perfectly. The outdoor shower is a Godsend and it's a reasonable walk to the beach and close to Surf City. I initially thought we might explore the various beaches in the island, but the beach closest to the property was so nice, convenient, and low-key that we went there everyday. I would definitely take my family back here.
Reed J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Milton E.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Enjoyed our stay very much. Balconies afforded beautiful sunset views from living area as well as from two bedrooms. Clean and spacious living/kitchen/dining areas. Great proximity to Surf City Bridge, thus allowing access to shopping and restaurants.
Milton E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joan P.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
Well stocked and comfortable. TThe views out the back were beautiful. Close to beach and shops. The storage room had lots of useful items for the beach including chairs, sand toys and corn hole boards. Anita replied to messages very quickly. Great experience.
Joan P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Zachary P.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
We Enjoyed it so much. Going back again next year
Zachary P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas J.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Larger than it looks online
Unit was more spacious then expected. Great location and beautiful sunsets.
Thomas J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Isaac W.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house in great location
Beautiful view, minutes to the beach. Plenty of space in the house. Outdoor shower with hot water was a great feature. Would stay again.
Isaac W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katharine S.
Sep 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views of the sound
My husband and I had an excellent stay. The house was in an excellent location and an easy walk to the beach or to restaurants in Surf City. We spent a lot of time on the 3rd floor balcony watching egrets and herons in the Sound. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
Katharine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ashley T., United States
Aug 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house with all you need for a beach getaway!
We had a wonderful time staying at this lovely property. It’s cozy and spacious at the same time. Everything you’d need for a beach getaway. We loved the close proximity to the beach and being able to borrow the beach cart, toys and chairs. Anita the host is great at communicating if you need anything. Thank you!
Ashley T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melanie B., Clarks Summit
Aug 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
You really can’t beat the sunset view and the quick walk to the beach! Perfect!
Melanie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Eric W.
Aug 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Everything about this stay was good. The only downside was that the WiFi was off and on the whole time. We will definitely go back.
Eric W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nomi V.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent beach stay
Clean, convenient and well equipped. Watch sunset from the deck and stroll to the beach. Short walk to the market and shops in Surf City as well. Our host was friendly and helpful. Great stay!
Nomi V.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
C E.
Jul 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time!
Great stay at Surf City. Close enough to walk to the pier and Charlotte St. public access beach. Linens were provided= big +! There was a queen size futon upstairs also for an extra sleeping option. That was helpful for my late night teenagers. Overall an EXCELLENT value for money. I hope we can return again soon! The view out back was spectacular. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch whenever we could. 🥰