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A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!

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Truly A Breath of Fresh Aire!
The left side in this picture from the beach.
The right side from the street- next to the empty lot, A Breath of Fresh Aire.
Open living room with expansive view of beach.
Cute couch and love seat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8132.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Permuda Island
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!

A cute on-the-beach cottage with 3 bedrooms - and not a "Mc-Mansion" with 10 bedrooms that no one can afford? Yes, your dream has come true!

THIS GORGEOUS BEACH DUPLEX IS PET-FRIENDLY - AND IN BEAUTIFUL SHAPE. You will not believe such a beautiful house allows your pet, but we find that our guests at A Breath of Fresh Aire have been very conscientious about their four legged family members.

NOW MY WIFE SAYS I TALK TOO MUCH. She told me to shut up and let our guests tell the story. So here they go:

'Our family can't wait until July this year - we have stayed at Amazing Grace for the last three years - this year we will stay at Breath of Fresh Air - A wonderful ocean-front duplex - very nice and owner is a delight to deal with. A great deal here at Topsail!!!'
Tim & Carol, Alexandria, Va

(Lyn and I own both sides of the duplex. Check VRBO.com/113771 to see the other one.)

'Our humans brought us to watch them unwind at this wonderful house on the beach. We got long walks on the water's edge and saw turtle nests and lots of crabs and dolphins. We also got peaceful naps to the sound of the surf. We had such a good time watching our humans uncoil and become fun companions that we did not want it to end. Thanks for making us feel like puppies again.'
Your 4-pawed buddies, Kapi and Rufus

'Our family has stayed at A Breath of Fresh Aire about 4 times over the past 3 years. We obviously LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!! We keep coming back! It's always clean and comfortable, and Steve the owner is a pleasure to deal with. It has everything we need and absolutely Beautiful views! And it's on a great section of the island too.'
Chrissy, Atlanta, Ga

'A Breath of Fresh Aire is just that... what a wonderful week of sun and fun on TopSail island, NC. We couldn't have been more impressed with this wonderful ocean-front home. It is so rare to find a beach home vacation rental that not only has all the amenities of home, but accepts pets too! We'll definitely be back.'
Scott & Carolee, Wake Foest, NC

And it goes on and on. Our guests love the place and you will too.

Imagine shrimp on the grill (on the driveway as per Fire Marshall rules), kids on the beach, and a cold beverage in your hand as you sit on the deck above the dunes. The wide beach invites you to stay all day long.

A Breath of Fresh Aire is BEACH FRONT. It is not a piano lot, or a view between two houses, or in a condominium complex. It is a real OCEANFRONT house. Sit on the beach or sit on a marvelous deck just a few feet away from the crashing waves.

Do you like to bike or run? There is a bike shoulder on the main road the entire way from the north to south. The island is like 22 miles long, so you can get a good work out.

You can even bike for fun (like I do). Recently I rode my bike to the south end, and the smell of Jasmin and ocean air was unbelievable. I stopped on the far south point of the island and walked around the beach on the undeveloped point. I then rode back to Topsail Beach city hall and said hi to the ladies who worked there. (They had kindly sent me an invitation to pay real estate tax in their city even though my house is not in their city. I graciously declined :-) but they were very pleasant!) I then rode back to Surf City and promptly bought an ice cream cone at DQ just to make sure I hadn't burnt off too many calories, then leisurely rode back to the beach house.

Believe me, this place is fun.

And I haven't even told you about Giligan's, just before the bridge on the mainland side and it's hilarious karaoke nights, or about Sears Landing and its award winning clam chowder made with sherry, or Indigo Marsh - the best restaurant overlooking the sound that you will ever find. Oh, and how about the fresh fish market (I mean right off the boat) behind the Crab Pot where you can get shrimp, flounder, shark or whatever they have been catching and take it back and grill it.

Or you can play 18 holes at Coastal Carolina's only four-star golf course, North Shore Golf and Ocean Club (as per Golf Digest). Perhaps you would like to deep sea or surf fish...or maybe spend an hour with your son or daughter fishing off the sound dock just steps from your beachfront villa. And did we mention riding jet skis on the nearby sound?

FOR MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO ON THE ISLAND, LOOK BELOW THE CALENDAR ICON FARTHER DOWN ON THIS PAGE. ABOUT 1 INCH BELOW THAT THERE IS A LINE THAT SAYS 'CLICK HERE - CLICK HERE for more photos and information'. CLICK THERE AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO PAGES.

Wi-Fi wireless broadband internet and free long distance calling available.

CAN YOU GUESS WHY WE HAVE SO MANY REPEAT GUESTS?

Well, one of our repeat guests told us:

'Delightful Cottage and good location. Our golden loved the beach. I would not hesitate to rent this cottage again. The owner, Steve, made everything simple and straightforward. We made some great memories there. Thanks!!'
Linda O, Chester, Va

Won't you be our guest?

IF THIS PLACE IS BOOKED CHECK OUT AMAZING GRACE NEXT DOOR by clicking on 'All my Rentals' below the calendar on this page. I think Amazing Grace is prettier than A Breath of Fresh Aire!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No grilling on the deck - Fire Marshall Rule. Grill in the driveway.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number BEST 206-905-6843

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean City Beach, a neighbourhood in North Topsail Beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Ashe Island - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Southside Park - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Bum's Grill and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪10th Street Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Pot - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! located?

This Ocean City Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sea Haven Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Surf City Beach and North Topsail Beach. Seaview Pier and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Steve Morrison

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Fun loving retired trial attorney and sailor. I used to love to weave a story for the jury, or weave a story for the bartender at some beach bar. My wife has kept me in balance and fortunately has never "fired" me from being her husband.

Why they chose this property

We absolutely love Topsail Island. Being on an island, the ocean breezes, the salt air, and the wonderful people make this a great place to be.

What makes this property unique

As Jimmy Buffet said: "Cheeseburger in paradise, Heaven on earth with an onion slice, Not too particular, not too precise, I'm just a cheeseburger in paradise"

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