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Shell Haven- Private Oasis in Surf City

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Beach nearby, beach towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1610 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 54 min drive - 36.1 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 56 min drive - 37.8 miles
  • Riverwalk - 59 min drive - 41.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 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.

Shell Haven- Private Oasis in Surf City

This family-friendly beach house is the epitome of calm and relaxation. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home offers an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!

The beach is just a short walk away, making it easy to soak up the sun and surf. It`s effortless to unwind and escape from reality in this beach house.

-4 min walk to the beach!
-1 King Bed, 2 Full beds, 2 Twin beds
-55` TV with streaming services
-6 min to restaurants, shops, and water sports!

Bathroom essentials including toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided for guest convenience. Linens and towels are also provided for guests to use in the home.

LEVEL 3- LIVING/DINING
On the top level of the home is the living room with 55` TV and cozy sectional couch. The living has a sliding door that opens up to a balcony with furniture for sipping your morning coffee. On the other end is the dining room with large table for sharing memorable conversation with friends and family, and the spacious kitchen with island countertop, perfect for cooking your next meal! This level of the home also has a half bathroom for guest convenience.

LEVEL 2- BEDROOMS/LAUNDRY
This level of the home has 3 bedrooms.
The primary suite has plenty of room to spread out and a KING size bed. This room has an attached bathroom with walk-in shower, and a very large walk-in closet available for guest use. This bedroom also has a TV that guests can enjoy.

A hallway bathroom with tub/shower combo and washer/dryer closet divides the primary suite from the remaining two bedrooms.

The second bedroom has a DOUBLE bed and closet space. This room has a mounted TV for guests to enjoy.

The third bedroom has a bunk bed with an overhead TWIN size bed. Underneath is a DOUBLE bed, and below this is a pullout TWIN size bed. This room sleeps 4 people total.

LEVEL 1- CARPORT/OUTDOOR SHOWER
The lowest level of the home is the carport level that allows for parking for up to 4-5 cars. There is also an outdoor shower, providing an easy way to rinse off after your beach day! Guests will enter and exit through this level of the home using the carport door with keypad. Just inside this level of the home is a locked room used as the Owner`s and Cleaner`s closet. Guests will not have access to this closet during their stay.

Guests will have access to the entire home during their stay with the exception of the shed/greenhouse outside and the locked closet on the first level of the home. This is used by the owners and cleaners for supplies.

Send a message if you need anything during your stay. With quick response time and being local to the area, we hope to provide you with a seamless and enjoyable stay!

This home is situated on a corner lot of a quiet cul-de-sac. The beach community is great for walking, bike rides, and close distance to the public beach access.

The beach is short walking distance away, however we do recommend a vehicle to explore all that Topsail Island and Surf City have to offer.

We ask that you take care of the home as if it were your own. We hope to provide a great space for all guests to unwind and relax during their time here!
Dear Guest,

These rules are in place to ensure you have a great stay while also adhering to the owner`s rules and avoid disturbing our fellow neighbors. Please take the time to read these rules and share these with your guests.

+We are unable to accommodate early check in or late check out. Please plan your arrival and departure with this in mind.
+ No parties, events, drug use, smoking of any kind in the property.
+ If you are a smoker you may want to consider booking elsewhere as any strong smoke order will result in a fine for odor removal.
+ No extra guests not listed on the reservation.
+ Pets must be disclosed and listed in your reservation
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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

  • Unit size: 1,610 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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

Dear Guest,

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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 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

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

Property is also known as

181092

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in Surf City, just steps from Surf City Beach. You'll also find Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Haven- Private Oasis in Surf City?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Haven- Private Oasis in Surf City on Apr 26, 2026 start from $484, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome 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 21.2 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 29.4 mi away.

Shell Haven- Private Oasis in Surf City Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Brittany R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Roaches and bugs in every room. A failing refrigerator that ruined our groceries. The house was clearly dirty and poorly maintained.While Kolk Realty refunded the cleaning fee and grocery bill, the infestation requires far more than a simple spray; we had to use our own Raid just to cope. Communication with management was dismissive and condescending.This trip was a complete disaster. We will never stay at a Kolk Realty property again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025