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Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Ashe Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Surf City Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Sea Haven Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ashe Island - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • North Topsail Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Seaview Pier - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪City Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Minervini's New York Bagel Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬10 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.

Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly

Fully renovated and thoughtfully designed oceanfront home in North Topsail Beach, Steps To The Sea is offered by seasoned 5-star vacation rental owners/hosts. This 4 BR/3 BA home sleeps a max. of eight people. It has a private walkway leading directly to the sand. We provide everything you'll need for a relaxing vacation. Linens, towels (beach towels too), trash bags, starter paper products, beach chairs, a cooler, a sun canopy, etc. The kitchen is fully stocked, and we have floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinets for your food storage, as well as a pantry closet for heavy items (cases of soda, water, etc.).

The home is two stories. The first level has an oceanfront king bedroom with ensuite bath (shower), an oceanfront queen bedroom and a bunk room that share a full bathroom with tub/shower combo. The washer/dryer is located on this level. The second level features the living area, open kitchen with huge dining island with seating for 8, a 65" TV, a full bath with shower, and an oceanfront king bedroom. All three oceanfront bedrooms have ocean views and sliders to the decks. The king and queen beds feature premium mattresses by Serta iComfort. The bunk beds feature memory foam mattresses.

We have been hosting happy vacationers since 2012 in Tennessee and Florida, 2023 was our first year hosting on Topsail Island. We are in a fantastic location, a bit north of Surf City, but south of the N. Topsail bridge leading to Sneads Ferry. Our beach is not public, so it's rarely crowded. We enjoy ample sand at both low and high tides. We have a shower on the walkover to rinse off, and a fully enclosed outdoor shower on the ground level. If you're familiar with the area, for reference, we are just a few minutes' walk from Andrew's Produce!

This home is dog friendly (with prior approval), for one dog under 50 pounds. Due to insurance restrictions, we can accept adult dogs only (over one year), and your dog must be housebroken and crate trained, and we require crating when your dog is left alone. We have a large crate for your convenience. We also offer an enclosed fenced area at the back of the home with dog turf. Feel free to message us for full details about our dog policy.

We are committed to providing our guests with all the comforts of home, and we feel confident that you'll be blown away by all of the extras and special touches we provide. We have been hosting since 2012, and have rentals in the Smoky Mountains, and in SW Florida in a quaint small town called Manasota Key (Englewood, FL). We also just completed the renovation of a small sound side home just a few doors up from Steps To The Sea. It's called Steps To The Sound, is 2 BR/2BA, sleeps a max. of four, and has a brand new private dock over the sound. It's just across the street from the beach access.

Guests acknowledge there is a RING floodlight camera on the entry/driveway area for security purposes only. **THE CONTENT ABOVE IS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER/MANAGER. ANYTHING BELOW THIS MESSAGE IS AUTOGENERATED BY VRBO AND MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY.**

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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. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Michelle

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,660 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: One adult dog allowed, must be crate trained.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 30

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Sneads Ferry, a short 5-minute walk from Surf City Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Sea Haven Beach. You'll also find North Topsail Beach and North Shore Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Dog Friendly - Sleeps 8?

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 Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Dog Friendly - Sleeps 8?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does 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, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is about 26.1 mi away. Another top airport is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is around 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Dog Friendly - Sleeps 8?

Yes, every accommodation at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Dog Friendly - Sleeps 8 comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.

Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps to the Sea

Wonderful experience, loved the home and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariette v., Raleigh and Paris

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

The house is beautifully furnished with great taste, perfectly equipped and the location was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Beautiful property. Well stocked and cared for. Thank you for thinking of all the "little" things that helped to make our stay even better. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim J., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing beach stay

First the beach is fantastic. Not crowded. Large. Easy to get to. Our dog and kids had a great time. The house is lovely. Clean, well furnished, well-equipped, laid out well. Everything is taken care of and not worn or in need of maintenance. Mostly the word that comes to mind is easy. Staying here is easy. Relaxing. You are well cared for. There is olive oil, spices, nice pans and sharp knives in the kitchen. There are beach chairs and towels for you to use, nice linens and mattresses. Nice touches like travel shampoos and soft towels and a bin full of stuff just in case you forgot a toothbrush or razor. There is dish soap and laundry soap. There is toilet paper and hand soap. Bring yourself and your family and enjoy the water. A great stay and a great location. Really thoughtfully put together rental. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving in Topsail

This house is AMAZING! Our family stayed there for Thanksgiving and it was everything we could hope for and more. It is right on the beach - where we enjoyed mulitple walks a day. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen we've ever had in a VRBO - there was everything you could ever need. The layout was amazing with the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor. Kitchen, living room and king bed upstairs - the views from the living room and 3 of the bedrooms were fantastic. Great gathering spaces and plenty of room for some alone time if you wanted. We definately will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

We went in the starting of the off season. No crowds or traffic. Water was still warm. Found sharks teeth, visited the pier, ate lots of different food, enjoyed the sun and fishing. Plenty of space for all of us. Access to the beach was amazing! Our older dog got tired of the stairs by the middle of the trip but was happy to nap on her blanket during the day. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean I., Washington DC USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps To The Sea

This is a beautiful, well-equipped, and spotless home. It has easy access to the beach and a stunning view of the ocean! Fast, professional, and polite communication with the host made staying here effortless! We highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cake by the ocean

Celebrated my birthday with family. Very nice house. Well appointed. Easy to access. Beach and ocean right there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A haven for relaxation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Charming decor, excellent beds and a well stocked kitchen allowed us to really refresh ourselves as we visited with each other after our time at the beach. We were very comfortable and happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness

The owner was responsive to questions and issues

Only negative to this home would be The guest bedroom upstairs does not have much privacy because on main floor with kitchen and living room. The bathroom is not attached to bedroom and only one on that level. Little bit of an inconvenience if that person likes privacy. Access to beach was. A plus. Beach amenities go over and beyond. Kitchen was well stocked and additional personal Amenities were a plus. Each room was very spacious and relaxing. Views in every room to the beach were great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House!

Lovely house -- equipped with everything! Beach front, chairs provided, easy check in, very clean. We will definitey be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last of Summer

The property was nothing short of amazing! From the decor, to the necessities, everything was perfect! Thank you Michelle, for hosting us! You are awesome! We would most definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps to Sea

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Anything that you needed was furnished. The best vacation home that we have rented in 30 years of vacationing. Dogs were included in the amenities as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

It was one of the best vacation houses , accommodation were perfect for my family , great views easy access to beach, very peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Absolutely lovely home with direct access and views to / of the beach and Atlantic Ocean. The home was the best equipped rental I have stayed in during the past 25 years. Michelle is a super host!!! I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this vacation house!

Steps to the Sand was lovely for our family beach trip! Insanely comfy beds, great location and wonderful extras throughout the house. Loved the big island and open kitchen area— plus the beach views were fabulous! Amazing communications! Thanks for having us!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bergin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps to the sea

Great Place to stay. Quiet beach not crowded. Home is relaxing and has everything that you need. Every thing listed is just as the owner mentions. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps to the Sea

We stayed for 7 nights over 4th of July. House is newly remodeled and updated in everyway. The interior is nicely decorated and the host has thought of everything you need for a stay away. We really appreciated not having to bring beach gear or beach towels and having it all available. We also appreciated all the amenities and perfectly stocked home, no extra trips to the store for anything forgotten, Michelle already thought of it and had an extra supply. Beds were very comfortable and house was very comfortable overall with the beach just a walk down the stairway and out to the ocean. Our family really enjoyed being together here for a few days and would look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way!

This property is beautiful! Everything was perfect. It was more than well stocked, very comfortable, and clean! Michelle is easy to communicate with and always kind. Our family loved making more special memories! We will be back!!❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation getaway

Great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot right on the beach!

Had a great time here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

House was beautiful, plenty of room, and 3 bathrooms was a plus!! Everything you need and more as far as towels, toiletries etc. Cleaning staff needs to pay a little more attention to under beds and kitchen table. Being pet friendly, hair flew out as soon as we turned on the fans. We did not bring a pet. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Family Vacation

We had a great time at this house. The house is in a great location and is stocked with all possible items you need or may have forgotton to pack. House was very clean upon arrival. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best ever!

This beautiful beach front home exceeded our expectations in every way. Pet-friendly homes often look worn or have cheap furnishing, but Steps By the Sea was exceptional. It was super clean, beautifully decorated and obvious that no expense was spared in the recent remodel. We loved the furniture, full size modern appliances, kitchen cabinets, dishes, cooking utensils, countertops, bathroom fixtures, vanities, tile work, flooring, etc.. Attention to detail in furnishings was amazing...motion-detector nightlights, numerous electrical outlets, plenty of beach towels, beach chairs, sun canopy, beach toys, dog pen, deck chairs and tables, etc.. They thought of everything! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023