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Welcome to The Great Escape, a charming second-row beach house designed for comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.

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A beachfront house with a deck, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the main building.
A house entrance with two white Adirondack chairs, a welcome mat, and a crab decoration.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a dining area with two chairs.
A dining area with a table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through the door.
A living room with a television, two framed pictures, a white cabinet, and two white armchairs with floral cushions.

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3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Within a short walk of Surf City Beach, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Permuda Island. The cottage includes conveniences like a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 39.9 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 41.1 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬4 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to The Great Escape, a charming second-row beach house designed for comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.

The Great Escape – Your Perfect Topsail Island Retreat
Welcome to The Great Escape, a charming second-row beach house designed for comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and direct beach access just steps away, this is the ideal spot for your unforgettable Topsail Island vacation.

Beachside Convenience
From the moment you arrive, you’ll love the covered parking that spans the length of the home—perfect for keeping your car cool and storing sandy gear. Extra space for guests and a handy area to dry off beach toys makes life easy after a day in the surf.

Bright & Open Living
Step inside to a spacious, open-concept layout featuring:
A fully equipped kitchen with plenty of storage for snacks and groceries.
A dining area for sharing meals and stories.
A cozy living room with ample seating, flat-screen TV, DVD player, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a ceiling fan for breezy comfort.

Relax on the Covered Deck
Access the front deck from the living room and enjoy ocean views in the shade. Sip your morning coffee, read a book, or watch the waves roll in—all while keeping an eye on family heading to the beach.

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Suite: Queen bed, TV, private full bath with tub/shower combo.
Bunk Room: Twin-size bunk beds—perfect for kids or teens.
Guest Room: Double bed with plenty of storage.
Extra Space: Queen sleeper sofa in the living room.
Plus, a laundry area for your convenience.

Pet-Friendly & Family-Ready
Bring your furry friends! Up to two dogs welcome (no size limit) with a paid pet fee per dog.

Additional Details
No smoking or vaping
Linens not included (available for pre-order)

Explore Topsail Island
Whether you’re surfing, swimming, shelling, or simply soaking up the sun, Topsail Island offers endless fun. Across the road, the Intracoastal Waterway invites you to kayak, canoe, jet ski, or launch your boat. Local shops, restaurants, and water sport rentals are just minutes away.
The cottage features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The cottage also includes a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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 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: 25

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

7178

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Surf City within a short 6-minute walk of Surf City Beach. You'll also find Sea Haven Beach and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center within a short drive.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 25.8 mi away. Another top airport is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is around 27.1 mi away.

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