Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog
If this is the “Ruff Life” then who needs the Good Life? When you take your family, including your four-legged friend, on a much needed vacation to the beach, you'll find everything you need in this joyful 4 bedroom gem with a great sunroom. This home features an open floor plan, two queen bedrooms and two twin beds as pass throughs for additional guests.
Enjoy dinner, drinks and the beautiful blue Atlantic view seated at the high-top table in the front enclosed sunroom, or relax with the cook around the butcher block kitchen island. The open floor plan makes socializing a breeze in this 1 story bright, retro styled classic beach cottage whimsically decorated with lively paintings of furry and feathered friends and pops of color.
Your beach access is located directly across the street! Since this house is located on a corner lot, not only will you have loads of parking, you’ll have extra space for Fido to play fetch. When you have had enough sun and sand, come on back and enjoy a hot outdoor shower and hose off your pooch and all those toys.
Sweet Dreams - Linens included for all reservations 7 nights or longer
Two queen size rooms are located at the back of the home for peaceful slumber. Each room includes an additional pass thru space with a twin bed tucked inside for additional guests - what an innovative use of space! The shared bathroom may just be one of the cutest ones you will see on the island - with rolling barn doors and sea glass colored tile.
North Back Bedroom - Queen Bed with walk thru to North Middle Bedroom with Twin Bed South Back Bedroom - Queen Bed and TV with walk thru to South Middle Bedroom with Twin Bed One full bath (shower) shared by all
Location:
Your beach rental is located approximately 2.5 miles south of the Surf City high rise bridge. You'll be near the central part of Topsail Island which puts you close to restaurants, shops, Surf City Pier and more! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island's past.
Amenities:
Linens are included for all reservations 7 nights or longer Central Heat/Air Keyless Entry 2 cable TVs, DVD player Wireless Internet Kitchen with microwave (no dishwasher) Washer/Dryer Ceiling fans Enclosed outside shower - hot/cold water Sundeck with deck furniture & built-in gate
Additional Property Information:
Dog Friendly! Max 4 Dogs allowed; Sorry, cats not allowed Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises. Easy, direct beach access just across the street. This property does not have a dishwasher.
Trip Preparation:
Rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay be as close to home away from home as possible. All of our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, iron/ironing board and much more! See our website for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental. Please note that this home does not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through Ward Realty.
Disclaimer: Photos displayed on this website are intended to provide a general representation of our vacation rental properties and the surrounding areas. While some amenities may be pictured, they are for display purposes only. Only those amenities listed on the website description, not in photos, are available. While we strive to keep all images accurate and up to date, furnishings, décor, and amenities may change over time and may vary slightly from what is shown. Seasonal differences, weather conditions, and lighting may also affect the appearance of the property. We do our best to present each rental honestly, but we cannot guarantee that every detail will be exactly as depicted. If you have specific questions or requirements, please contact us directly before booking.
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
75 Trips - 3BR 2nd Row Home - Covered Porch & Bonus Space; Dog Friendly!
Topsail Beach
75 Trips - 3BR 2nd Row Home - Covered Porch & Bonus Space; Dog Friendly!
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is near the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, windsurfing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 55 min drive - 58.8 km
Wrightsville Beach - 57 min drive - 61.4 km
Riverwalk - 60 min drive - 67.5 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 8 min drive
Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - 6 min drive
Shaka Taco - 6 min drive
Sear's Landing - 7 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog?
As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$346, 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 Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ruff Life - Classic Island Cottage with 4 Bedrooms and View of the Ocean. Dog located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Surf City Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Southside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property is in a great location and has easy access to the beach. Even though it is not directly on the beach it has a great view of the ocean from the deck. Very dog friendly and our furry friend gives it five stars. Definitely will look to stay here again.
Joe C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2024
Thank you for the review, we look forward to seeing you and your furry friends again.
Loved this cottage! Location is unbeatable and great size house for a small family with pets. Only thing that was weird was the wifi, but honestly we didn't use it much anyway. We will definitely be looking to come back again soon!
Me, my folks and my little dog loved this house! It was very clean and the location was perfect. My folks had a great time wandering across the street for their own adventures and me and the dog played ball on the beach!beacRubenjoyed the gated deck
Gina M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
Thank you for the review and feedback, so glad you and the fur family had a great stay. Hope to have you back soon.
Property is a cute cottage. Access to the beach was right across the street and so convenient!! Property had everything we needed for the week and working with Ward Realty was very easy.
Susan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review, so glad you enjoyed your stay and working Ward was a smooth process. Hope to have you back
Very comfortable stay. Located across the road from a beach access which made things a lot nicer. Communication with Ward reality was excellent. They provided timely check in information as well as other informative texts. Would definitely recommend this to someone with pets. Very pet friendly.
Having public beach access right across the street was the highlight. It made visiting the beach easy a we went many times through the day. This was an excellent location and good value for the money.The house is a little tired and linens are not included unless you book a whole week. The bathroom is new but you'll have little privacy with the sliding barn doors made of slats. You need to close a few more doors to feel private.
We thought that the yard was enclosed for our pet, but was not. The street was very busy. We did appreciate the gated porch. The overall house was a nice stay. Did have a problem with the toliet making a high pitch squeal every 2 hours- but we lived with it. View of the ocean was nice.
The house was fine, a little old, but overall ok for a beach stay, the location was perfect. The one thing that I didn’t like was the lack of hot water, the shower was Luke warm at its best. Other than that is was fine.
Debbie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2021
Thank you for the great review and for your feedback. We hope to see you again on Topsail Island.
We brought our kids to do a week of virtual school from the beach and this location was perfect! After logging off of school we just walked across the street for some beach time. It's been a weird year, but this beach stay was a definite bright spot.
Austin L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2020
Thank you for the 5 Star Review! We are so glad you loved your stay. We hope to see you again on Topsail Island.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin G.
25 Aug 2018
Really wonderful place
The house was small but very comfortable. The location was spectacular - one row off the beach, but with a clear view of the ocean. Other than the lack of dishwasher, we loved everything about the house.
Justin G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for the 5-star review, we at Ward Realty truly appreciate your feedback. We are so glad that you loved your stay at Ruff Life, the view is awesome and the decor is super cute. We look forward to seeing you again soon.