A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Surf City Beach
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
On beach
Balcony
Spa pool on site
Dog-friendly
Barbecue
Arcade/game room
Explore the area
Surf City, NC
Surf City Pier
Place, Surf City Pier
1 min walk
Surf City Beach
Place, Surf City Beach
2 min walk
Ohana Paddle Sports
Place, Ohana Paddle Sports
3 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
46 min drive
Where you'll sleep
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Kids Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Futon
King Bedroom
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Common Full Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Common Half Bath
Toilet
Downstair Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants
You've earned this one. Picture your first morning: coffee on the gazebo deck, dolphins rolling by just offshore, and the kids racing down your own private steps to the sand while you finally get to slow down. We're John and Kaley, the family who fell for this exact stretch of Surf City and keep this home so yours feels easy from the second you walk in. Three sundecks, a hot tub, private beach access off the back deck, and the pier and ice cream a short walk away. Here's what's waiting for you:
⦿ Amazing, spacious deck with a wonderful gazebo right at the beach
⦿ View the ocean from the living room, dining room, and two bedrooms
⦿ Outdoor shower makes you and a beach day more special
⦿ Cable TV living room and other 3 out of 4 bedrooms. Smart TVs are available in the living room and Kid's bedroom. You can sign in to your account to watch your personalized movies and TV shows
⦿ The downstairs bedroom has a Full over Full bunk bed with twin trundle and a sofa bed that 6 people can sleep comfortably
⦿ Parking lot is suitable for up to 6 cars
⦿ We’re dog-friendly (up to 2 well-trained dogs, 20 lb or less each), but can’t allow other pets like cats due to allergies. We are happy to welcome your dog! Just ask, and be prepared to tell us about your furry family member. For the comfort and enjoyment of all of our guests, we do not allow dogs on beds or sofas at any time. Pet hair is difficult to remove from linens and upholstery, and we want everyone to be able to enjoy their stay
⦿ Everything you need to enjoy your stay is provided, including towels, LINENS, a fully stocked kitchen, exquisite décor, and the perfect location. So obviously no extra fees for sheets and towels
⦿ If you need a break from mother nature, we have a fully stocked activity closet with games, books, and puzzles. Or you can take a quick walk into town and enjoy the finest dining, shopping, and nightlife on the island!
⦿A charcoal grill is provided, you need to bring your charcoal
⦿The best thing about our home is that the most important thing to us is your experience. We will do everything we can to ensure you have the best vacation possible!
⦿ Other things to note:
⦾ Other charges: We allow up to 2 well-trained dogs (20 lb or less each) during your stay for an additional fee of $100 per pet. We do not allow the animals on the beds at any time, for the cleanliness and comfort of our future guests.
⦾ Hot tub cleaning: Your private, ocean-view hot tub receives a professional cleaning and quality check with oxidizer and bromine before and after your stay, every time
⦾ Guest access: Our guests have use of the entire home (except some lock rooms), and are encouraged to use and enjoy everything in the home
⦾ Our guests have use of the entire home (except some lock rooms), and are encouraged to use and enjoy everything in the home
⦾ Have a question during your stay? Our friendly and knowledgeable manager, Christine, is just a phone call away. She lives locally and is always happy to help ensure your stay is perfect
⦾ Over the years of hosting, we've carefully listened to countless feedback, taken action, and continuously improved to make every vacation unforgettable
⦾ We share the place with sand, salt, and a few tiny locals (mosquitoes and sand gnats sometimes crash the sunset). We clean thoroughly between stays, but a touch of coastal life comes with the territory. Any cosmetic touch-ups in progress won't get in the way of your beach time
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bedding: Leave everything on the bed, messy is good :)
Towels: Start the washer. If time permits, starting the dryer is a huge help
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2264800vb
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 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
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Inis Spa and Escape Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. With surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Surf City Smash - 3 min drive
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 3 min drive
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 3 min drive
Shaka Taco - 3 min walk
Sear's Landing - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants?
As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants on 26 Jan 2027 start from AU$2,089, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hot Tub, BeachFront, Island Center, Walk to Restaurants located?
Located in Surf City, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Surf City Pier and Ohana Paddle Sports. Southside Park and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you so much for the 10 out of 10! That easy walk to the beach, food, and shops is one of my favorite things about this spot. We'd love to host you again in Surf City.
The view was excellent. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! That view is one of my favorite things about the house, and I'm glad it made the trip. We'd love to host you again in Surf City anytime.
Amazing property. So much fun and very convenient to everything. Added bonus of having an ice cream shop right in front of the house. Walked down to a turtle nest and was able to watch it hatch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Ice cream across the street and a turtle hatch on the beach, that's a Surf City trip done right. Hope to welcome you back sometime.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Cindy M.
19 July 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Already sent to owner
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2026
Thank you for telling us directly while you were still in the house, with photos, instead of saving it for here. That is the most useful thing a guest can do for us and I do not take it for granted. Thank you as well for leaving the place in such good order on your way out, our manager noticed. The furniture and the kitchen you flagged are with our team. I hope the beach access made up for some of it, and that we get another go.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Anne J.
28 Feb 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great communication throughout. Fabulous spot on the beach, hot tub was great. Comfortable beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! So glad the beach spot, hot tub and beds all worked out, and that communication felt easy on your end. We'd love to host you again in Surf City anytime.
The location, the sunset and sunrise are the best!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! So happy you got to experience both the sunset and sunrise from Surf City Heart. That's one of the best parts of staying so close to the water. Hope to welcome you back to Surf City soon!
The property was great! Very clean, very convenient to everything you might need, right on the beach with a beautiful view of the pier.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm glad you found it clean, convenient, and loved the beach view of the pier. We'd love to host you again in Surf City.
Great location with direct access to the beach and convenient walking to restaurants and shops. House is well appointed with everything you need. Size was perfect for our group of 6 adults and 6 children.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! I'm glad the beach access made it easy to keep an eye on the kids, and that the house was a good fit for your group of 6 adults and 6 children. Hope to welcome you all back to Surf City!
Just a perfect stay for a family. We will be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2025
HI Marc,
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're delighted to hear your family had a perfect stay, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon. Safe travels until next time! 🌊🏖️
We had a great time. House is in a good location. Can walk to restaurant, grocery store and shops. Kitchen fully stocked. Hot tub was great!! The house could use a little maintenance. None of the blinds, which are between glass, seem to work. Toilet seat in powder should be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this. I’m glad you had a great time and enjoyed the walkable Surf City location, the stocked kitchen, and the hot tub. The powder room toilet seat has been replaced. I’m sorry about the blinds, they sit between the two panes of glass and can be stubborn to operate. Fixing that properly means replacing the whole door and window units, so we’re planning to do it as early as we can in the slow season.
Thoroughly enjoyed this lovely property. Beautifully decorated, very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. The back deck was glorious with so many options available for fun and relaxation. Thank you for sharing your home, and along with your property management team, making us so welcome!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review. I'm so glad the decor, cleanliness, and back deck all worked so well for you, and that Christine and the team helped make you feel welcome. We'd love to host you again in Surf City.
The location was fabulous! Everything was in walking distance and we thoroughly enjoyed our week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2024
Hi Erin,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that the location was ideal and made your stay enjoyable. It's wonderful to know you had a great week, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic visit!
We had a fantastic time at this clean and beautifully put together house! The location was perfect for kids (direct beach access, walkable restaurants). We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2024
Hi Emily :). Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic time and that the house’s cleanliness and setup made your stay even better. It's great to know the location was perfect for the kids, with direct beach access and walkable restaurants. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime!
This is a great property located right next to the pier in Surf City. Plenty of room for my entire group! The property does need a tiny bit of TLC but nothing that would make us not want to stay here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m glad the spot by the pier and room for your group worked well, and I appreciate the TLC note. I already had the house painted and handled some other items this fall. We’d love to host you again in Surf City.
The house is in the perfect location. You can walk or just a short drive to anything you need. The Host and Host’s Manager/housekeeper were very easy to work with and very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Everything you need on one floor and rooms and beds were very comfortable. Bathrooms and kitchen could have been a little cleaner but had everything we needed. Deck is perfect to sit on and enjoy your morning coffee or just sit and listen to the waves and watch the surfers and dolphins and the hot tub is in the perfect spot and so big. The perfect house for an off season visit for us and hope to be back soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! I'm glad the location, deck views, and hot tub made for a relaxing off-season trip. Hope to welcome you back to Surf City soon.
This house was exactly what we needed for a relaxing week at the beach! It's designed and decorated kid friendly. It's located directly on the beach with easy beach access and perfect for people watching. It's also close to many restaurants, icecream, and shopping. Topsail has always been great for finding sharks teeth but this trip aligned with Hurricane Erin which improved our treasure hunt. We will definitely be visiting again.
The property was amazing and convenient to everything in Surf City. We loved the layout and the property had everything we needed (and wanted!). We had a minor air conditioner issue on Sunday but the property manager and owner had someone out within a few hours, they were great!!! We will definitely book this property again!
What a great place for off season. Everything was walking distance and the pier was next door! Hot tub overlooking the ocean was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2021
Hi Michelle,
Thank you so much for your stay and leaving us a great review. I'm glad that we can set up the hot tub on time and you had a great time with it. Hope to see you again soon :)
John
Great house, perfect location and the view is amazing! We had the best vacation spending tons of time on deck. The house was well stocked and very comfortable! John and Christine were great to work with and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2023
Hi Heather :)
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear that you had such a great time at my home and that you enjoyed the view, the deck, the well-stocked kitchen, and the comfortable beds. I'm also glad that John and Christine were able to provide you with excellent customer service.
I hope to have you back again soon!
We had a wonderful few days here! The location is fantastic - park your car once and walk everywhere- grocery, donuts and ice cream! Beautiful beach, right next to the Surf City Pier! Hot tub was so nice with ocean views. Outdoor shower was perfect. Lots of chairs and sand toys available. Comfortable beds and pillows! All linens included. Nice drink fridge too!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! So glad you enjoyed the walkability to the pier, donuts, and ice cream, and that the hot tub with ocean views was a highlight. It's great to hear the beach gear, outdoor shower, and comfortable beds all made your stay easier. Hope to welcome you back to Surf City soon!
We had a good time overall! The location is fantastic and the house was very well-equipped. Beds were very cozy and the communication with John and Christine was quick and attentive. The reason for the lower rating has to do with the many issues experienced. The a/c was out when we arrived making it 93 inside. John was very quick to have someone out immediately and it was fixed that night but the next morning it was out again and was not fixed until over 12 hours later that evening. The dishwasher was also broken during our stay. They did offer to replace it but between the short 3 day trip and no a/c we opted out of having another person in the house. The house could just use some TLC, broken blinds and doors, lights/fans not working, mold around a good portion of air vents, etc.Again, communication was great with trying to get these uncontrollable issues taken care of but I wish there was more of a concession offered other than just a sorry and late check out for a major inconvenience like no a/c in the middle of Summer. Although we did enjoy the beach and the space, these issues did impact the trip so this rating reflects that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2026
Thank you for setting all of this out so plainly. Cooling trouble in the middle of July is the last thing anyone wants on a beach trip, and I am sorry it took any of your time at all. We had a technician out twice over it, that night and again the next day, and our manager stayed with you in between. The wear you describe around the house has gone to our team as a list, not a note. If you give us another chance, I would like to show you the house on a normal week.
Everyone absolutely loved their stay at this house! The location could not have been more convenient and the deck was absolutely fabulous. The owners have thought of every detail and have equipped the house with everything you need to make your stay 10/10. Would absolutely book this home again for an incredible beach vacay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2023
Hi Courtney,
our review is so awesome, it's making me want to high-five everyone in your group! I'm so glad you had an incredible stay at my home. I love that you appreciated the convenient location, fabulous deck, and thoughtful amenities. I've put a lot of thought into making my home a place where guests can relax and enjoy their vacation, so I'm so happy to hear that you had a 10/10 experience.
I hope to have you back again soon for another epic beach vacay!
We had a fantastic stay at John's vacation house in Surf City. The house was perfect for our needs, with plenty of bedrooms, large public spaces, and a great oceanfront deck with hot tub. The house came well stocked - kitchen supplies, many beach towels, beach chairs & toys, boogie boards all included. It made for a really easy trip with friends. The location is right next to the pier and two dessert places, and walkable to more. A great find for our group! John was friendly and provided a timely response to any question.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm glad the house, oceanfront deck, hot tub, beach gear, and pier location made the trip easy for your group. We'd love to host you again in Surf City.
About the host
Hosted by John Tran
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