Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage
Hidden treasure is an island style beach cottage situated amongst beautiful old oak trees. The house is located on a quite lane about a block long that has the ocean at one end and the sound at the other. Though we are on an interior lot, it is just steps (approximately 80 yards) to either the private beach access or to the small ramp that you have access to the sound from. The cottage itself was fully renovated in 2008-- the interior was gutted and the entire space was redone. It has an open floor plan for the living and kitchen area and all areas look out to the trees. A screened porch and a rear deck can both be accessed from the main living area. A deck lines one side of the house that leads from the screened porch to the covered front porch. Sitting on the screened porch is like being in a tree house-- branches arch gracefully all around you providing a pathway for squirrels and birds to bound from one to another. You can hear the ocean most days from this spot-- it is relaxation at its best. The cottage is about 900 square feet but feels larger because of the open floor plan and raised ceiling height in the living room. The floors are tile through out-- which is easy to clean. The two bedrooms provide sleeping for four-- one has a queen bed the other has a full size. Again it is hard to describe how wonderful it feels waking up to the sound of birds and the ocean and seeing the tree branches surrounding you. Totally relaxing!! Hidden Treasure is perfect for a family getaway, a couples retreat, or girls week away.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Missiles and More Museum and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Surf City Pier - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Sloop Point Plantation - 26 min drive - 25.7 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Shaka Taco - 22 min drive
Shaka Taco - 7 min drive
The Crab Pot - 7 min drive
Sear's Landing - 9 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Missiles and More Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
10
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Julie’s cottage is wonderful, nested in the oaks and in a perfect location. Her property feels like a home. It is clean and has all you need. The kitchen has quality cookware. Best treat is Scoops in Topsail Beach! Looking forward to next year.
We had a wonderful time. The home is located in a great neighborhood. It is very secluded however is close to everything. We had a great time cycling, kayaking and relaxing.
Very nice owners that communicate well if there are any issues. We really enjoyed every second here. Me, my mom, 11 yr old son & our 2 Goldendoodles love this place!!!
We love this place! Cozy, comfortable, a relaxing respite from the busy world. Access to the ocean and the sound can’t be beat. Cottage is sparkling clean and has the most amazing screened porch up among the beautiful live oak tree branches.
We really enjoyed the privacy of this property. Short walk to beach and lots of space! Very dog friendly and quiet neighborhood. Love the interesting oak trees everywhere..bed was very comfortable and full kitchen..thank you
Property is located about 1/2 block from beach. Although at this time (Mar) the access was blocked due to some project on the beach, Property was comfortable, well lived in, does allow pets - so to be expected. Was surprised by last minute notification that I would need to bring towels and linens - or add’l charge. Owner was available by text - no issues with communication.
We loved staying here in 2022 so much we booked a 2 week stay this year. This property fits our family of five's needs perfectly! Love the short walk to the beach and bay! Beautiful trees make it nice and shaded and feels like you are staying in a treehouse!
This was our first trip to Topsail. This home is located in a quiet area on a dead end street before you get to the center town area. Location to the beach was good but a little further than we thought. We thought access was directly at end of street but that’s a private access. When you reach the end of the street you make a right and walk a block down, cross a busy street to the public access where there are stairs to navigate. Something to keep in mind if you have a wagon full of stuff for a beach day. We never could find any access at the end of the street for the sound side. Looked like it was all private property. There was 1 key that went to back door only. Not a big deal but it would be more convenient having a key that opens the side door which is the main door to enter the home. Inside the layout was good and the house was comfortable and clean. We did notice a lot of carpenter ants outside and the deck is in need of some work. There is a heavy comforter on the queen bed. I like sleeping with more than a sheet but it was too heavy and I woke up hot at night. The beach area is wonderful. Loved that we were able to take our dog on the beach. Overall we did have a good stay and I would recommend to others.
From the first contact with the VRBO host, everything was perfect. The house was great, the location amazing, and the stay was pure relaxation.
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Julie Johnson
My husband and i own and operate a cabinetry business in Hampstead, NC. We have been in business since 1979. We have two wonderful sons-- both are working with us now. As a family we have always loved the beach and the outdoors in general. My husband taught the boys to fish as soon as they could get in a boat and so we were always at the beach or on the sound as they were growing up. My husband loves fishing and I love the beach so when we found the cottage and bought it-- it became our project together. As a family we have put in many hours working on remodeling and fixing up what was an old and tired place. Now it is a place where we enjoy spending time with friends and family. We have celebrated many milestones at the beach-- everything from a fabulous 70's themed b-day party to a 60th birthday gathering for my husband this past summer. All are wonderful memories. There just is no truer form of relaxation than time spent at the beach. We cherish our time here and always look forward to coming back.
Why they chose this property
We came across our home on the island by chance but immediately fell in love with the location. The old live oak trees, quaint street and closeness to both the ocean and the sound made this a one of a kind get away home. The house itself needed work so after purchasing it we remodeled the entire interior and continue to improve the exterior as we can. This cottage has the most peaceful and beautiful setting, it truly gives you that 'tree house' feel. We begin to relax the moment we step out of the car.
What makes this property unique
The house is situated right in the midst of a maritime forest. It is close to both the ocean and the sound. The beach is just 80 yards away down the lane. You do cross over the street to get to the beach access but it is a private access. The unique thing about the beach access is that there are no houses on the beach front right at our beach. This makes it less crowded and really quite private to our street. There is also a ramp to the sound at the other end of the street. This ramp is just right for a jet ski or a kayak. Our area is also perfect for walking or biking as there are sidewalks and bike lanes.
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