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Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly!

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Beach
Lil Orphan Annie
Living Room with Smart TV
Open Floor Plan

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Thurston Art Gallery
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly!

Welcome to Lil Orphan Annie – Your Perfect Beach Escape!

Nestled on a quiet street just steps from the beach, Lil Orphan Annie is a bright, updated second-row vacation home designed for a relaxing family getaway – pets included! Enjoy stunning ocean views from the large deck, a spacious backyard for outdoor fun, and a peaceful, uncrowded beach just a 1-minute walk away (no public parking nearby!)

** No check-ins or checkouts on Saturdays during the summer season.
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Why You’ll Love Lil Orphan Annie:
•Spacious & Comfortable: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms – sleeps 6 comfortably
•Ocean Views & Large Deck – Perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks
•Less Than 1-Min Walk to Beach! – Just 2 houses down and across the street
•Outdoor Shower – Rinse off after a fun day in the sand
•Dog-Friendly! (Up to 2 dogs, fee applies)
•Large Backyard – Plenty of space to enjoy the fresh ocean air
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Inside the Home:
Sleeping Arrangements:
•Master Bedroom: King bed with attached bathroom
•Second Bedroom: King bed
•Bunkroom: Twin bunk beds (perfect for kids!)

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
Includes coffee maker, toaster, cookware, dishes, mugs, and more – everything you need to make meals at the beach!
Additional Amenities:
•Free WiFi
•Smart TV with Netflix & Prime Video (log in to your account)
•Full-size washer & dryer
•Air conditioning & ceiling fans
•Parking for 2-3 vehicles (or small boat)
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Linens & Towels Provided!
Fresh sheets, towels, and washcloths are delivered clean and ready from a rental linen service. Just make the beds and enjoy your stay!
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Dog-Friendly (With Approval & Fee)
•Up to 2 dogs (under 50 lbs) – $125 for 1 dog / $200 for 2 dogs
•Dogs must be house-trained and crated when left alone (please bring a crate)
•No dogs on furniture
(If the pet fee isn’t included at checkout, please let me know to add it. Unpaid pet fees may result in additional charges.)
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Explore North Topsail Beach!

There’s so much to see and do beyond the beach! North Topsail Beach is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, breathtaking sunrises, and friendly atmosphere.

Local Dining: Try fresh seafood at The Riverview Café, grab a famous shrimp burger at The Shuckin’ Shack, or enjoy waterfront dining at Ocean’s Edge Restaurant & Bar.

Adventure & Activities: Take a dolphin-watching tour, go deep-sea fishing, or rent a kayak or paddleboard to explore the Intracoastal Waterway.

Outdoor Fun: Walk or bike the scenic trails at Soundside Park, or visit the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center to learn about local sea turtle conservation efforts.

History & Shopping: Explore the Missiles and More Museum, browse unique coastal shops in Surf City, or pick up fresh seafood from a local market to cook at home!
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Safety & Security:
•Smoke detectors inside
•Exterior security cameras for added peace of mind

*** Need more space? Check out the other side of the duplex (VRBO #1593215) – sleeps 8!

Book now and start making unforgettable beach memories at Lil Orphan Annie!

Property manager

Chris Powell
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Undisclosed pets will incur an additional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No check-in or Check out on Saturdays during peak season
ONLY 2 DOGS - must be told about before check-in day; if not fee will be charged. AND all dog rentals agree to everything listed in the policy

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in Sneads Ferry, this holiday home is by the sea. Seaview Pier and North Shore Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • North Shore Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Seaview Pier - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Thurston Art Gallery - 27 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 54 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lil Orphan Annie - Ocean View – 1-Min Walk to Beach – Large Deck & Dog Friendly! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from North Topsail Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Seaview Pier and Surf City Beach. North Shore Golf Course and Ashe Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bethany W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break vacation

Cute and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We were only there for a couple of days but it was a great trip for us and our kids. Would highly recommend and thinking about returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great two days!

We haven't been to Topsail in 13 years and this was a fantastic reunion with the island! The beach house had everything we needed and was extremely convenient to get to the beach. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love orphan Annie

My I sta+ here over the weekend and had an amazing time. I'd definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vaca 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lil Orphan Annie’s. We are already talking about when we come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Location is across the street from the beach. The property was clean and accurately described in the listing. The host was very responsive !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy home

Greatful for allowing our dog to stay , its been a life long dream to show him the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value steps from the beach

Property was just as described and just steps from the beach access. While we've stayed at fancier homes on the island, this property was clean, convenient, and a great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to relax

Ocean Annie was a great place for our family four. Lots of room for all of us and plenty of sunshine. We loved its close location to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps from the beach

Great view. Quaint little place steps from the beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Had fun

We had a great time the house was clean and the beach was so close loved hearing the waves hit the shore!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Had a fantastic time. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for our last minute vacation

As advertised. Close to beach. Public access is about 50 yards away. My family loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short family vacay

This condo was beautifully decorated (albeit small) and right across the street from the beach. There is a little tiki bar down the street but otherwise you have to drive to restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We enjoyed our long weekend stay! Plenty of room for a family of 5 (3 older teen boys). Clean and well stocked kitchen essentials along with ample linens. Super short walk to beach. Nice waterview. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

N Topsail Vacay

The house was perfect for our beach vacation. The owner was super responsive to all of my questions. I loved not having to worry about house keys and being so close to the beach. The outside shower was convenient for keeping sand out of the house. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great

I’m a single father that so ent time with my 13, 15, & 17 sons for spring break, then able to pick up my 19 year old Marine son and bring him home for a week….loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay….cozy little beach house.

Location was awesome! Didn’t mind the short walk to the beach. House was exactly as pictured. Comfy beds, had everything we needed. If we had one complaint, it would be that there’s not full cable TV. But definitely not a deal breaker for us. We would stay at ‘lil orphan Annie’s again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Happy as a Clam at High Water

We had a great time at Little Orphan Annie on North Topsail Beach. What a relaxing place! The deck was our favorite place to hangout when off the beach. The view and sounds of the ocean were just what we'd hoped for. Beach access was quite convenient and made trips back for drinks and snacks quick and easy. The North end of the island is very peaceful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hannah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recommend

10/10 recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kaye J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Nice Family Stay

Very nice once you can get in. Need to be able to speak with a live person. Had trouble with door keypad not working
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Little Beach House

This property suited our needs well. Beach was just a 3 minute walk away, and we went every day! This is not a regular beach access site, so there is no public parking, but there is also no lifeguard or rip current warnings - make sure to check the surf conditions everyday and watch your kids. Pros: -Outside shower and hose to help keep the sand out of the house -Proximity to beach -Well-working appliances (Washer is TOP load, not front load like the listing says) -Plenty of room for a family of 4 -Pet friendly (even though we didn't bring a pet) -Communication with host - quick responses -Linens and towels were good quality -Not a huge list of things to do a checkout Cons: -Wi-fi wasn't working properly - communicated with host, but it was never resolved - not a big deal for us -No shower caddies, or shelves in shower so we had to put our toiletries on the shower floor -Eating table was sticky - consider bringing a table cloth if you want to use it for board/card games I would recommend this property to anyone who wants close access to the water, and doesn't need a super swanky place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JaredandErin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We loved the location of Orphan Annie. The beach was so close, and was never crowded at all. The beds were comfortable and the house layout worked well for us. The outdoor shower came in very handy multiple times a day. The kitchen is small, but we didn’t have trouble cooking most of our meals for our family of 5 in it. We ate on the deck and it was perfect. The games and books were a thoughtful touch that we took advantage of. The ice maker in the fridge didn’t work and there was some lingering pet hair, but we know from experience that you can vacuum and clean and still find small hairs on things, so no big deal. This place had everything we needed to spend an enjoyable few days as a family at the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Kerry S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could be better, Needs attention.

Acceptable place to stay, but with all the other options available, I would not book again. Location is decent- an easy walk to the beach, the decor is cute and the owner is quick to reply. That said it could use a good refresh - moldy faucet handles, dirty walls, etc. While I could have overlooked the interior, the outside was extremely disappointing - uncut grass up to my knees, I got swarmed with bug bites every time I took my dogs out. In addition to the really long grass, the back yard was filled with pieces of siding strewn about, and the fence is broken. I mentioned this to the owner, and she did mention the hurricane- though, I’m surprised that the siding has been left thrown about several weeks later, and the fence was mentioned by another reviewer a year ago. If you book, be sure to pack garbage bags. I was surprised that the house didn’t have any at all, not even in the (needing a cleaning) garbage can.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Chris Powell

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Chris is from Colorado and moved to North Carolina not long ago. I feel in love with the area and so thankfully to call this area home. Growing up I played with horses and did anything outside.

My husband and I have worked very hard to have a little piece of paradise. Which we are glad to share with you. We have two young adventurous boys who love the outdoor life as much as we do.

We hope you find out little getaway as enjoyable as we do.

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