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Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 17223.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaview Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1, Master downstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2, Queen downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3) 2nd bunkbed room with daybed. Upstairs.

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4, Queen bedroom upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5, Large bunk beds located upstairs

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1, Full downstairs, Common area for all

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2, Master bath,

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom #3) 2nd floor with access to all

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more

Everyone in your family will have the best vacation staying at this property! Not only is it located in a unique location and a great layout. It also has so many on site complimentary amenities for everyone to enjoy. Think of the fun the kids will have with the convenience of on site activities. The following are included. kayaks, paddle boards, surfboards, beach chairs, coolers, beach cruiser bikes, beach carts. Gas grill with propane provided. Outdoor movie projector area. Assorted paddles and life jackets. Linens and cleaning included. Plus more below. This truly unique property offers the best of both worlds. The back yard is located on the canal and overlooks the inter-coastal. While the front of property faces the ocean. There is nothing in front of home except the street and the sand dune. The public beach access is always open and is close, just across the street and 2 houses down. The property has its own private boat ramp and private boat docks. Bring your own boat, swim in the canal or fish, crab or shrimp right off one of the three docks. The back deck is massive. It is the best feature of the property and includes a unique 8 seat TIKI BAR that has its own Smart TV, Blue tooth speakers, fridge, beach decor and lighting. Your family can watch a sporting event or simply listen to music on the Blue tooth speakers. There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out. There are an additional two separate lounge areas, a dining area and a chaise lounge area. From the back deck you and your family can watch sunsets, boaters, the kids fish off the docks and the swimmers in your private swimming pool. The gated pool is 28’ x 14’ with 4 loungers and Adirondack chairs. There is a cabana area where you can get shade while still being by the pool. At night you can enjoy the hot tub that over looks the pool and the outdoor movie projector. The movie screen is 8 feet wide and 4 feet tall and is iPhone compatible. Just stream whatever you want to watch. The 2 bunk bed room each have their own private balcony. This home has 2 interior living rooms so the kids and adults can watch their own movies. There are three portable children’s cribs, a high-chair, children’s gate, 8 smart TVs, (a TV in every bedroom plus one in both living rooms and one at Tiki bar TV's are high definition and smart. There are also 2 full size video games, which have 12 vintage arcade games each. The fully equipped kitchen has 2 large refrigerators, an ice maker, oven, microwave, pots and pans, utensils, plates and glasses. The kitchen also has a crock pot, air fryer, and skillet. There is a traditional coffee maker, a kuerig coffee maker, espresso machine and a coffee grinder. The high capacity washer and dryer and the full size second fridge are located in the pantry off of the kitchen. There is a bbq gas grill located on the deck just off of the kitchen. Propane tanks are included completely enclosed pool*
Hot Tub
Pet friendly (pet fee applicable $100 per pet)
Sleeps 17 adults. Plus 3 portable cribs.
Tiki Bar with 8 bar stools, refrigerator and TV
Private Boat Ramp and Boat Dock
High-speed wireless internet
8 Smart High Definition TV's
Washer/dryer
Central air-conditioning
2 Outdoor showers with hot water
Wrap-around deck
Childs High chair
Baby portable cribs (3) and child gate
multiple board games for children and adults.
Several outdoor picnic / dining tables in the yard and deck
Free long-distance phone
2 Living rooms (for children to have their own 'space')
2 Private decks off two bedrooms on the second floor with inter coastal views
Plenty of parking, 8 cars plus boat-trailer
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms plus 2 outdoor showers

First floor:
Bedroom #1: master with 1 king bath#1, (full bath with tub) room faces canal and 2 windows.
Bedroom # 2: 1 Queen bed , faces. Sand dunes /ocean
bathroom #2) Bathroom is in hallway (full bath).
Family room
Kitchen
Dining area
Living room
Laundry room with 2nd large fridge
Foyer


Upstairs:
Bedroom #3: 2 Bunk Bed Sets ( sleeps 4 ) plus day bed
Bedroom # 4: Queen bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom #5: 2 bunk beds. Each bunk bed has twin over queen format. (sleeps 6 ). Private balcony. Has 2 full size video games.
Bathroom #3 (full bath) in hallway.

Keywords: Awesome, Fun, Tiki Hut, Boaters delight, Waterfront, Canal front, Ocean across Street, Intercoastal, Private boat dock, private boat ramp, Pool, 3 decks, Porch, Games,

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Events Allowed, wedding zip to $500
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets welcome, Fee for pets is $100 per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Check in is at 3 pm. Check out is 10 am
Saturday to Saturday rental cycle only, except in November, December, January and February. With check in any day and there is a 3 night minimum.
Run dishwasher, strip beds and place linens and towels on floors, put trash and recycling out to street corner. Return everything to original spot.

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
Note from host: Events Allowed, wedding zip to $500
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and North Topsail Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Travelling with kids? Consider Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seaview Pier - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Surf City Beach - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 36 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 48 min drive - 60.2 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arrr Pirate Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Splash By The Sea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cancun Mexican - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canalfront, tiki bar, dock, boatramp, pool, hot tub, kayaks, paddleboards & more located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach holiday home is steps from North Topsail Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Seaview Pier. Surf City Beach and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house, well stocked, great location and communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very accommodating. There were Lots of great updates. We love the tiki bar, expanded deck and the hot tub. There was a great game selection. It is wonderful to have linens provided. Our family loves this place.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation. thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Meghan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is a wonderful location! The home was clean upon arrival. The house has a lot of amenities as shown in the listing. The house needs some updating/repairs, but nothing significant. We would stay again. Again, the location is fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fun House

Great stay. Beautiful views of sunrise and sunset. Lots of fun had here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Great location

Great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

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

Family fun at the Tiki House!

We had a fantastic week here celebrating a special family milestone! The house and location were great, just steps from the beach and amazing sunset views across the canal. The place is overflowing with amenities: tons of kitchen supplies, beach gear, kayaks, and we even tried paddleboarding for the first time. The pool was a hit—used multiple times a day—and we loved the fun tiki vibe. John and his property caretaker were available when needed. Everyone in the family had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Great family get a way

Spent the week with our family of 12 everyone had something to do no complaints!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Love the Tiki house!

Family friendly retreat with lots of activity choices. We always love our stay here and can’t wait to come back again. There is plenty of room to gather together and plenty of nooks and crannies for quiet time. It is a beautiful setting to share with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa G.

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

Amazing property and awesome host.

We stayed here for a week. 5 adults and 3 children. This place was amazing. Dolphins just out front every day, fish in the canal, great firepit, and a jacuzzi! The host, John, was very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Outstanding place; excellent host

Great location, house and amenities. Host communication was outstanding and quick. Thank you for that John!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Marion C.

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

North Topsail House

Best part of the house was the pool and the tiki/bar - lounge area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

End of Summer vaca

Loved the house , tiki bar, deck, pool and convenient beach access
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Fun

This property is great for families. The entire family had fun and plenty of room to spread out and have space. The check in, stay, the local residents and the overall stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meeshu A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at the tiki house in Topsail, NC. The views were stunning from every angle — ocean in the front and canal in the back. Honestly, we never felt the need to leave because it had everything we needed. We had breakfast at the tiki bar watching the sunrise, went on bike rides, kayaked in the canal, and swam in the pool while watching the sunset. Pure relaxation from start to finish!The house itself was spotless — so clean and well-kept that it immediately felt comfortable and welcoming.Chris, the groundskeeper, was amazing and made sure everything was in perfect shape. The landlord was also super communicative and quick to respond to any questions, which made things so easy. Loved that the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth info was posted everywhere too — no searching needed.Even our pups had the best time! They loved soaking up the sun on the patio and exploring the space just as much as we did.This house truly made our vacation unforgettable. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to spend some quality family time together as our mom was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer. And WOW. This place exceeded our expectations. Extremely clean and family friendly, puzzles, games, beach chairs, umbrellas etc we had plently of options in just the house for our family ranging 6-71 years old... at no fault of the property, had a small issue with the ac unit which appeared to be recently updated. and let me say. Chris and John exceeded expectations and went above and beyond to make sure each room was as comfortable as possible as they fixed it. Especially after chris found out we had two family members with serious health issues. Chris checked in on us multiple times throughout the day to make sure everything was still working properly. If you are looking for a place to rent.. highly recommend this one.. we for sure will be returning to this property next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devonna M.

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

Birthday Getaway

This property was super cute and exactly what we needed for a birthday weekend away with best friends. Lots of room and we enjoyed fishing right on the canal. Right across from the beach as well. Super convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Fun Family Vacation!

This is a cozy and comfortable home with a great layout for our multi-generational family vacation. We enjoyed the outdoors spaces including the tiki bar, hot tub and pool, corn hole & firepit, and the docks on the canal. The use of kayaks and paddleboards was also a plus. The home is in a great location with easy access to a beautiful and serene part of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Maycation at The Tiki House

Our family had a fantastic stay at The Tiki House in North Topsail Beach! House was very clean upon arrival and is loaded with everything you need for a great week on the water. Very close to the beach and had a blast fishing on the canal. Our young ones really enjoyed all of the games, activities, and movies provided by the host! Of course the hot tub and pool as well. Would definitely stay again, thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Amazing

Awesome place! The outdoor area is fantastic. Owner was very responsive. No issues. House was perfect our family! Highly recommended! Great tiki bar area and the views alone makes it worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Tiki house

This house was fabulous! We had grandparents, grandchildren and adults. It had everything right there for us to enjoy. We all went kayaking, swimming, s’more making, fishing, karaoke and lots of laughs. The tiki bar was awesome too. A great place to stay with family. Thank you John for sharing with us.💕
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

claudia g., sc

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

Wonderful getaway!

The house has enough space for everyone to spread out and hang out and read a book if necessary. It is not luxurious as indicated in the listing but it was definitely a lot of fun! My only complaint was the riptides 😳
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

Great Family Friendly Place

This property was a great place to stay with my family for a fun filled week. We are still on our trip back home and are already discussing a return trip. This place has so many perks included that the most difficult decision you will have to make during your stay is which activity to do next. Just be sure to stay long enough that you can do it all. We did! Enjoy the ocean and the inlet channel, which are both just a few steps away. Also, be sure to catch the sunrise and sunset, as they are awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin W.

Liked: Check-in, location

Lots of outdoor fun and beautiful views

This property is basically as described, great spaces and comfortable inside. Check in was easy but it was unclear where sheets would be. There are some flies, but it’s the beach and doors are open! Outdoor spaces are the best part with the tiki bar and sunset views, short walk to beach and nice pool and hot tub. We had a great time. Some outdoor cushions need to be replaced for better sitting comfort and kitchen supplies need a refresh. Otherwise a solid fun rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wade S.

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

Enjoyed every minute

This was the best equipped house we ever stayed at. Our family included six adults and three children aged six to 10. This home had everything you could imagine to enjoy a trip to the beach. Bikes, kayaks, surfboards, skim boards and life jackets. We all enjoyed the pool. Every room in the house was decorated with a coastal theme. The Tiki bar was a gathering point day and night. We had a small Whaler and a Jetski that we launched on the property and utilized the docks. Everyone enjoyed their stay and would like to return. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Nilson

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I live in Charleston, SC. I think you will enjoy this place since it has the best of both worlds, canal front with the ocean just across the street. I understand families usually only have one relaxing vacation a year. You want a place that everyone can agree on and will create great memories for everyone. I like to make a unique experience for guests. The place has a lot to offer for all ages and lots of areas to spread out.

Why they chose this property

Its a great spot. You have the ocean in the front yard and the canal and intercoastal in the back. Kids can go to the ocean during the day and relax in pool or canal in the afternoon. At night the adults can use the fire pit by canal or enjoy a beverage in the hot tub and tiki bar. Tiki bar has chairs, fridge, flat screen TV and great views. There is an outdoor movie theatre and two living rooms so adults and kids can have their own space. There is plenty of areas for everyone to spread out so not to feel crowded. .

What makes this property unique

I think the place is unique with all the amenities. There is a private pool, hot tub, private boat dock, private boat ramp and tiki bar that offers a unique experience. There are 5 complimentary surfboards, 5 paddle boards and 7 kayaks available for your use. There are a wide array of life jackets and paddles for all ages and sizes. The public beach access is only 2 houses down and across the street. The beach access is always available 24/7. The intracoastal is connected to the canal in the back yard, where you can fish, crab and swim. The first floor exterior has a complete wrap around deck along with a covered porch and the second floor has 2 private balconies. There are darts, two corn hole sets, bocce ball and other yard games. You will find three exterior hot water showers for your convenience. The interior of the property features, 2 living room areas. 5 bedrooms along with 3 bathrooms. There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out. and plenty of chairs to relax in. The private pool is open February through November. Hot tub included from the first Saturday in May until last week in September. Other than that $100 activation fee. The pool is not heated.

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English

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