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Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach!

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A spacious living room with a large blue sofa, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a wooden coffee table.
A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a sofa, a bed, and a ceiling fan.
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a beach in the background.
A spacious living room with a blue sofa, wooden dining table, and matching chairs. A kitchen area with white cabinets and a microwave is visible.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Accommodating 10 guests, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It includes a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, and Lomilomi provide diverse nearby attractions.

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

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
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach!

Topsail views are beautiful! Right now, you can book a minimum of 3 nights. We also have great weekly peak season rates. Great middle of the island location; the beach access is only a hop, skip, and a jump away (approximately two-tenths of a mile - See photos). This spacious beach duplex sleeps 10! Linens (sheets and towels) Included!
Two levels of living space with open rooms, 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms gives you plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your vacation. With two back decks to sit on, you'll have lots of room to take in the beautiful sunsets from across the sound. Easy walk to the beach and close to the community playground and close to pubs & mini-mart. Don't miss out on this great beach cottage. It is all ready for you and your beach vacation!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Please do not park on the grass.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1991476vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Surf City

Surf City is home to this holiday home. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 47 min drive - 64.9 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 48 min drive - 65.4 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Harbor House 1601 Beautiful beach cottage duplex -sleeps 9, short walk to beach! located?

Situated in Surf City, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Escape Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property to stay at with the family. Very convenient location, clean house and met all of our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thank you Josh. We are so happy that your family enjoyed staying at Harbor House. We hope that you will keep us in mind when you are planning your next family trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean property with great beach location. The sunsets over the sound were absolutely spectacular. We had a wonderful stay and the hosts were very attentive and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thank you for your lovely review Mary! We are so pleased that you had a wonderful stay and got to take in those breathtaking sunsets! We hope that you will keep us in mind for your next visit to Topsail Island!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were very quick to address any problems we had. we loved the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thank you Zonda, we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay, it is a great location isn't it?! We hope that you will keep us in mind for next year!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice Location

Location was very good, in close proximity to public beach access and park for kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very nice property and easy check in
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2022
Thank you for staying in our cottage. We hope you enjoyed your stay and invite you back again. Myers Realty Rental Staff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wondering trip. Nice house & great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

House was very nice and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing stay

Great place for family to relax. Beach just across road. Shopping just down the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

We had a great vacation at the house, which was clean, very close to the beach and right next door to a great bar. Topsail Island is a great destination, not too overcrowded and overhyped like Outer Banks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect week

Loved the location, loved the home. The dryer did take 3 cycles to dry, but they ruin clothes anyway and we air dried. Would love to stay at this home again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review. The dryer has been repaired. However, we agree that air drying is better. This season we have some new kitchen appliances!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great view

Need a elevator, setting area in living room was a little on the hard side. Shower on top floor needs a little work on turning shower head on, it loose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

The location was amazing! You had both sound and ocean views! The house was nice and a great size. Our party of 10 fit very well in it. However the house could really use some general maintenance. Closet doors were broken, closets were completely full of random items and the beds were rock hard. A little TLC would make this house a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. Will have someone look at the closets. We are always glad to have feedback so we can make changes to our properties. Myers Realty Rental Staff
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place with minor issues

We loved the house, very roomy with lots of room in the bedrooms , the one main issue was the beds are not very comfortable. The master bed is very stiff and when you lay down you roll toward the middle. But over all we had a great time and would stay there again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2022
Oh Dear, we are so sorry to hear that your stay was not what you expected. We do appreciate your review, so that we can evaluate and make changes that will give other guests a better experience. Myers Realty rental Staff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely wonderful

Started off a little rocky because our only key copy wouldn’t/couldn’t turn the lock to open the door. Thankfully the realtor got back to us about 10-15 minutes in and came and brought us two new copies! House was better than expected! Had extra beds (we didn’t need them but wow what a cool surprise!) and the house was well supplied for our extracurriculars! Carol was so sweet! Would rent again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2022
Glad someone was able to take care of the key issue. Space and extra beds are a plus. Please do come back again. Myers Realty Rental Staff
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Decent stay with some flaws

House is close to the playground and public access which is very nice. Equipped with everything you need except towels and linens, which are cheap to rent. The listing is vague with beds and layout so we weren’t sure what to expect. The first floor has a master bedroom and an attached bathroom, the second bedroom on the first floor has a twin bunk and a full. Upstairs has a Queen and a twin with another bathroom. Beds are comfortable for the most part. Except the queen master bed which is a mattress flipped upside down (not double sided) with a thin mattress topper. It is extremely uncomfortable. Like sleeping on a boulder with a sleeping bag underneath you. The living room upstairs has 3 couches and 2 coffee tables, which was not fun to navigate on crutches since there isn’t really floor space for that much furniture. Overall, we would stay there again if the price stays the same and the mattress is replaced with something that doesn’t make you feel like you fell off a cliff when you wake up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review. The owner has replaced the uncomfortable mattress as well as provided some new kitchen appliances.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Daughter’s Birthday

Enjoyed this get away with young adults !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and invite you back again. Myers Realty Rental Staff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay and location

We had a great time. Everything we needed was there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication

Great House, Rental Company Needs Work

This house is great! Location is perfect with the beach just a short walk away. The playground across the street was fantastic. The rooms in the house are much larger than pictured and we were very comfortable. We could have fit two pack-in-plays in our 2nd floor master room and still had ample space. We had a nice trip. Please be advised there is no deck facing the ocean. There are decks on the back of the house for sound views, but really no way to see the ocean except from the bedrooms and the view isn't great. The only downfalls were with the rental company. The listing doesn't mention the size of the beds, so I emailed to check on that and was sent a flier with information about the house, except it was vague information about all rental properties this company oversees. It mentioned a grill, but we had no idea if there was a grill on the property. I inquired about that and a coffee maker and was told someone was going to the property to give me answers, but we got no answers. The outside shower had no water running to it, so we couldn't use that. The master bedroom on the second floor needs a new mattress. Our heads were lower than our feet. Again, great house, not so great rental company. I called after the trip and still haven't gotten a response.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean home with pretty view

This house was perfect for a quick family get away. The sound view is beautiful. It’s in a busier spot but was a good location for our plans for the weekend. The listing could be updated with more details and better pics. We enjoyed our stay. It was clean and well kept!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for families with older kids

This house was perfect for our family of 6 for a week. It was clean and spacious, and an easy walk to the beach. The kitchen was well equipped, which I appreciated, since we prepared almost all of our meals at the house. We got to experience our first hurricane here - Isaias - and we felt secure and safe through it all. Beautiful view of the sound from the back deck. Just a short drive to restaurants and shopping. We had a wonderful, relaxing week here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family trip with grandparents

Great location. 3 minute walk to beach access and less than 2 miles to town where there are a few ice cream shops, coffee and a few restaurants. The mattresses on the beds are uncomfortable and if they were replaced the house would be perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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