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Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront

Welcome to Toes in the Sand.

Come relax for the week and discover one of North Carolina’s best kept secrets. Featured in Southern Living's best tiny towns, Topsail Beach is a "delightful throwback to the seaside getaways of your childhood." We love the uncrowded beach which makes for great shell and shark teeth hunting. Waking up in the morning to see shrimp boats just off the coast followed by dolphins is a treat.

Spend your days swimming, surfing, fishing and relaxing on the sand before you head back inside to enjoy dinner with a spectacular view! The sunrise and sunset are stunning. It just doesn't get any better than this.

Topsail Island consists of 3 areas, Topsail Beach, Surf City and North Topsail Beach. We are just a couple miles over the Surf City Line which makes us central to the 26 mile Island. We are convenient to all areas of the Island including many favorite restaurants, local favorite dives, and walking distance to the wonderful Andrews Produce. Two bridges allow access to the Island and we are central to both!

There are granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plank floors throughout . Enjoy one oceanfront King master suite and one Queen master suite, both with access to one of the two beachfront decks. Both master suites offer private bathrooms. The 3rd and 4th bedrooms offer 2 twin beds each and share a bathroom. There is extra sleeping space available in the top floor living room with a queen sleeper sofa. A half bath is also located on the top floor. All bathrooms have been recently updated with new vanities, sinks, and toilets.

This 4 Bedroom 3 1/2 Bath home will feel like home away from home with high speed internet, TV’s with cable in all the bedrooms, and smart TV’s in the living room and master bedroom. An assortment of board games, cards, books, puzzles and a fully equipped kitchen make for a fun day even when you’re not out enjoying the beach. The dining room table seats 6, and another 4 sit comfortably at the counter. Laundry is conveniently located on the first floor adjacent to the bedrooms.

An enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower awaits for easy rinse off after a great day at the beach!

Best of all, this home is used mainly by the owners for personal getaways, ensuring it's in pristine condition, with only minimal weeks used for rentals , free from the wear and tear common in many rental properties.
As a bonus, Friday Check In/ Check Out avoids the dreaded traffic on Saturday’s.
Additional amenities include:

Keyless entry. So closer to your arrival you will get you own personal code to enter. No hassle to pick up the keys.

Propane grill new for 2025 season

New Saatva King luxury mattress for 2025.

Drip coffeemaker

Keurig coffeemaker with frother

Crock Pot

Toaster Oven

Air Fryer

Griddle

Waffle maker

Electric Hand Mixer

Egg Cooker

Blender/Food Processor

Basic spices and oil

Iron & Board

Ceiling fans in all bedrooms, kitchen and family room

Hair dryers in all 3 full baths

Booster seat, Pack n' Play, Baby Gate

New HVAC 2022
New washer/dryer 2023
New refrigerator(with extra designer ice) with and microwave 2024

Covered parking

This home is merely minutes from all things Snead’s Ferry, and Surf City.

45 minute drive to Wilmington

30 min drive to Jacksonville

A couple beach chairs and a small umbrella are available. If you prefer or you need extras, they can be rented through a local company, along with beach games at either Topsail Island Beach Service (topsailislandbeachservice.com), or Sand to Sea Rentals (https://sand2searentals.com).

Upon arrival you will find…

1 roll of paper towels
4 rolls of toilet paper
Kitchen Trash bags
Dishwasher pods
Liquid dish soap
Hand soap in every bathroom and kitchen
A vacuum and mop for any spills/sand, and a supply of basic cleaning supplies.

A 3rd party company will take trash / recycling bins to the road the night before pick-up and place them back up at the home the day after the trash is picked up.

Linen Package Includes:
Sheets for every bed, including the pull out sofa
1 towel & 1 wash cloth - service for 10 - max number of people home accommodates
Bath mat and hand towel for each bathroom
Kitchen towel set (1 dish towel and 1 dish cloth)

Additional towels and beach towels are available for an additional charge.

No smoking

10 person max occupancy.

Absolutely no events such as weddings, sororities, fraternities, bachelor or bachelorette parties etc. If you plan to party do not book this house. It is our home and we hope you'll treat it like you'd like others to treat yours.

Hurricane Policy: There will be no refunds given because of mandatory evacuations related to hurricanes. You are strongly encouraged to purchase travel insurance to cover this possibility.

No Pets~

Security cameras are not inside the property nor on the decks for your privacy. However, we do have a driveway/carport area camera for security and protection of our home.

Property manager

Cheryl Kelly
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. North Shore Golf Course and Seaview Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ashe Island - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Seaview Pier - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 11 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Toes in the Sand--Oceanfront located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Perfect week!

We had a great time, view was beautiful, house was perfect for us. Would love to stay at this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

July 2025 vacation

We have stayed here for many years and will continue to stay at Toes In The Sand! The location is perfect, the home owner is lovely and we just love this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

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

Beautiful Home, Stunning Views, Unforgettable Stay

This beach house was absolutely perfect! Immaculately clean, beautifully decorated with charming coastal touches, and the view was unbeatable—right on the beach! We made so many sweet family memories here with our kiddos, from watching dolphins from our deck in the morning, building sand castles & collecting sea shells, swimming in the ocean waves, to evening walks on the beach. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to relax and reconnect. Highly recommend! We can't wait to be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Summer Vacation

The property was the best we have stayed at since starting our family vacations with littles. The short walk to the beach was absolutely convenient. I felt comfortable enough for my 5 year old to run back to the house to grab a toy she forgot because I could see her the whole way. Very important for a family. The best part to me was the cleanliness. I don’t feel comfortable unless I feel completely clean and this property was just that. Will be booking another visit next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is wonderful. The views are amazing. We had 10 people including 5 kids and didn’t feel crowded. The house was very clean and had everything you needed. Plenty of dishes and cookware. There were cards and board games available, even a booster seat for the baby. Outer shower and water hoses to spray off after the beach were super helpful. The kids especially enjoyed searching for crabs on the beach every night. Cheryl was quick to respond to any questions. Hope to be able to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Great, Clean oceanfront!

This place was very clean and nice! We enjoyed our stay! The owner was very easy to get in touch with if we had a question. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great vacation property!

What a great house!! Everything is great! Good location and the beach access was wonderful!! Close to restaurants and shopping! Have been many times and will return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Toes in the sand

We have stayed at this house for 3 years now and love it more each year! Location is perfect, house is always clean and the owner is wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Vacation 2023

What a relaxing vacation spot. Place was just awesome and Cheryl was great! Definitely would vacation here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda O.

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

Absolutely amazing

What a great place to stay! It's right on the beach, perfect for playing in the ocean & walking the beach scouting for shells/shark teeth. Mornings were spent watching the sunrise & nights watching the moon rise over the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane W.

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

Great vacation

This is a great place. Very clean and right on beach. The updates are really nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Amazing Beach Week

What a wonderful house. Perfect location, nothing missing. Direct beach access. Home very comfortable. Kitchen well stocked, everything you could need. Host was wonderful to deal with. Can't wait to be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Family Vacation

This was our third time renting this property. It’s a great home that has everything you’d need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Summer 2023

We stayed at this property last year and just had to rent it again this year. The home is gorgeous and the home owner is so nice and welcoming! You cannot beat the view and the location! We will absolutely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Absolutely perfect beach home for family vacation!!

Couldn’t have asked for a better week at the beach! The location was amazing…beach was never overly crowded. The home was immaculate and beautifully decorated. You can tell it is a well loved home by the owners! The kitchen is so well stocked with anything you could think of needing for a week at the beach and more! The beds and bedding were so very comfortable and views were absolutely breathtaking! The owner was so quick to respond and great to work with! Thank you “Toes in the Sand” for being providing a dream vacation for our family…looking forward to coming back again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Perfect Beach Rental

This an ideal beach property exactly as pictured on the listing. The accommodations are modern, clean, comfortable, very well appointed and tastefully decorated. We prepared most of our meals here and every kitchen tool, gadget and serving dish were provided above and beyond what we expected. The owner was very considerate and always responds in a timely and helpful manner. Love, love, love this beach house. Will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

Awesome place for a week at the beach! Had a total of 10 of us (4 adults, 6 kids) and the place worked out great for our week. We waaaay overpacked as the house had everything we needed. Super clean, and nicely kept. Beach front was fantastic. Even though you’re attached to two other units, we barely saw and never heard our neighbors. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherise W.

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

Outstanding!

House was EXACTLY as shown in photos. Gorgeous views from inside and outside the home. Kitchen was well equipped…we had everything we needed. Beach toys, chairs, umbrellas were available. Beds comfy, laundry very nice and convenient to have. Host very helpful and responsive. Deck and walkway to beach was perfection…beach is actually closer than it looks. Produce stand with fresh ice cream, desserts, baked goods, boiled peanuts and jams practically across the street was really great to have. Very happy with our week and hope to rent again on our next visit!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Stunning, family friendly, beachfront property with gorgeous views and fantastic amenities!

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Toes in the Sand. From start to finish, communications with our host were detailed, timely, and very helpful. The view of the ocean from the house's two decks was breathtaking and the beach was a short walk, exactly as advertised in the photos and description. The house was very clean, the linens provided were all fresh, and the amenities in the house made us feel right at home and signaled that the host gave a lot of thought to the decor and conveniences. Any questions were immediately responded to by our host and the keyless entry was fantastic for easy access to (and locking up) the house. One example of the excellent hospitality from our host - we discovered that the grill had a burner out and I notified the host for their awareness. Without hesitation, they replaced the grill the next day with a brand new grill and set everything up so that we would be able to utilize it right away. Talk about responsiveness! We would strongly recommend any families looking for a relaxing time away to book here. Evenings were peaceful and quiet, the private beach was amazing, and we were all so grateful to have the time together at this beautiful property. Many thanks to our hosts, Cheryl and Joe! We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Lovely Beach House!

Our family had a wonderful stay at Toes in the Sand. The beachfront home had stunning views of the ocean, and was perfect for getting on and off the beach with ease. Unfortunately the weather had other ideas for our vacation, but thankfully we had plenty of space in the house with games and things to do while we waited out the rain. When the sun came out we could easily go down to the beach since we were so close. Cheryl was a wonderful host that was very responsive whenever we needed to reach out, I would highly recommend renting from her and visiting this property if you are looking for a relaxing beach stay in N. Topsail!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Family Vacation

This is our second year leasing this property. House is nicely furnished. Access to beach can’t be beat. Kitchen has everything you might need to cook with.. Cheryl reacts quickly to any issue or question. My only issue is finding the driveway, especially at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

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

Great location and convenient

Place was exactly as described and communication was great with owner. Thanks for a great week
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne D.

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

Wonderful Family Beach week!

This was our second time staying at this property. It is beautiful and the location is perfect! The kitchen is very well equipped - has everything you could possibly need. Check in/check out both super smooth and easy. Host was very responsive to any questions. Overall great experience 👍🏻
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Haverhill

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

Amazing location, stunning views and very family friendly

We had the best week staying at this Property. Cheryl was incredibly communicative before and during our stay. The house was very clean upon arrival and exactly as described. We saw dolphins from the deck the first evening!!! Kitchen was fully equipped - probably the best I’ve experienced at a rental. This is an end unit and we were stunned at how sound proof it was. Our neighbors the week we stayed had 3 small children. We didn’t hear them once! Very private. And you cannot beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Excellent Stay!

This home was as good as the pictures! It was clean, well stocked, and the property manager was always available for questions. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Cheryl Kelly

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