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Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

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Deck Seating + Views
Back Exterior
Open Living Space
Aerial View
Ocean Views

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - Floor 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Floor 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 - Floor 2

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 1

Bathroom 3 - Floor 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

Experience Daybreak on the Sand at this lovely oceanfront home in southern Surf City! In this residential area a short drive from downtown, experience the beauty of Topsail Island's Surf City beaches! This welcoming abode with an open style top level great room allows Atlantic Ocean views for miles while also providing a modern kitchen, living area for family movie night and conversation, 4 restful retreat bedrooms, and a two level oceanfront deck with an enclosed outside shower! Books, DVDs, Games, and Puzzles as well as Disney Channel for the kiddos or children at heart add to the appeal inside while the provided various beach toys make heading down to the seaside even more fun!

Notice: Please be advised that a beach renourishment project will be underway in Surf City, NC, starting December 1, 2024, and is expected to conclude in May 2025. During this project you may see and hear heavy machinery, dredging, and activity in the area.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2566140vb
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

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Surf City Beach and Holly Shelter Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Mia's Marketplace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 54 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 57 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Riverwalk - 59 min drive - 67.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Southside Park and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the beach. Had everything we needed. Exceptional customer service. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2025
Thank you for your positive review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our customer service exceptional. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Great spot!

We enjoyed the house and location. Everything worked well. The view is great! The layout was ok for a multi-age family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2022
Hello, Thank you for your review at Daybreak on the Sand. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us here in Surf City. We strive for a pleasant, comfortable stay for our guests. We would love for you to consider us again in the future. Have a spectacular day! Thank you, Carolina Retreats
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10/10 Excellent

Rheanna F.

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

Loved the Dolphins

My family and I loved this place. Right away we had dolphins outside our window. Place was all as advertised and a great getaway home. View was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Hi Rheanna! We're glad to hear that you had a great vacation! It's always nice to see dolphins right outside your window! Thank you for choosing Carolina Retreats. We hope that you come stay with us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Spring week enjoying the ocean

Great week. Great location and house. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

AMAZING

The location, home, support from the property manager, and sounds of the ocean was fabulous. We will stay again. Plus we saw dolphins every day!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay - from the convenient location to the beautiful ocean views and wildlife sightings. It's feedback like yours that helps us continue improving the guest experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
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8/10 Good

Joseph L.

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

Summer vacation

Property was great, could have been a little cleaner, gowever location and ease of access were great, woukd definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that the property and location met your expectations. We will share your comments with our housekeeping team to address the cleanliness concerns and continue improving the overall experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Sasa C.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026

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