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Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand!

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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, and a television. There are large windows offering a view of the beach and the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a rocking chair, a bookshelf, a dresser, and a balcony door.
A kitchen with a large island, wooden beams, and a view of the city.
A coastal residential area with houses along the beach, a pier, and a lighthouse in the distance.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, large windows, a central island, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Southside Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3 - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights. Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Surf City Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Southside Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Inis Spa - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier. Southside Park and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with direct beach access. Beach in front of house was not crowded and it was an easy bike ride to town and shops. Even though house sits back from neighbors has perfect views of ocean and sunrise. House was comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, home was clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were a few things that needed fixed but other than that we loved the location and beach access! The host was extremely easy to work with and quick to respond. Would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice pet friendly, great view of beach

Loved all the windows and roomy kitchen
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home!

Great view!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great spot for a family

The house was clean, plenty of room and has everything you'd need. It's within walking distance to shops, restaurants and the pier. We had a very nice meal at Daddy Mac's and the folks who run the pier are very welcoming people.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Location!

The location of the beach house was fantastic and I also liked that it wasn't a duplex or triplex because it afforded some privacy. With newer beach homes, I always feel like everyone is right on top of each other. Very dog friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Location is beautiful and the house has lots of space. I will say however that it needs a deep cleaning. Flat surfaces are dusty. House is dirty.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Hi, Melanie, thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We are disappointed to hear that we dropped the ball this time, as this is not the high standard of guest satisfaction and cleanliness that we hold ourselves to. We have provided your valuable feedback to our local manager to address with our housekeeping team. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amazing Views and Floorplan

The furninshings were older but comfortable and cozy. The beds were comfy, too. The views from all 3 decks were fantastic and you can see both sunrise and sunset each day. Highly recommended for ocean lovers traveling with pets.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2024
Thank you, David, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location

Our family (and dogs!) loved the location of this home. The beach views were lovely and you could hear the waves from the master bedroom. Decor was nice. Kitchen inventory could use some bolstering (older pans, need more silverware and glassware). Had a wonderful stay
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Turtle Point

Access balcony spacious light airy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Loved the ocean views from the large windows and balconies. The only real negative was the entryway. Almost impossible to unlock the front door so we had to leave it locked and go in and out the back way. The blinds on the main bedroom door going into deck is in bad shape and needs to be replaced.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful ocean views during your stay. We also want to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the front door lock and the blinds on the main bedroom door. We are happy to confirm that the lock issue has been addressed to ensure your safety and comfort. Additionally, we have relayed your concerns about the blinds to our local team so they can look into this further. We truly appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention, as it helps us improve our guests’ experiences. We hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful family vacation

The house was perfect for our family. We vacation each year with our 3 adult children so they each had their own room. The downstairs living room was exactly the right size to give the kids their own space. The kitchen was plenty big for all of us at the same time. Location of the house was great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic House

This house had the best selection of books i have ever seen in a beach house. Kudos to the owners!!!! So hooked by one book i had to purchase it so i could finish it at home! The windows were amazing, such a view of sun rise and the sunset. Gorgeous!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break 2025

Only complaint master bedroom upstairs the outside lights of neighbors shines into the window even with the current curtains so might need to make some small adjustments. Other than that it’s a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Thank you, Seth, for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Thanksgiving stay

Overall, great spot that is ideally located, with beautiful views, directly on the beach. Certainly needs many updates, but good value for the price. Next time we will read more closely re: steps. This house is a chocked full of steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Turtle point

Location is good Lots of windows with great views Good beach access House needs some updates- air conditioner leaked causing the ceiling to collapse Broken deck chairs Broken toaster
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Hi, Anne! We're glad you liked the location and the beautiful view. We apologize for the issues you encountered and the inconvenience they may have caused. The ceiling damage is being repaired. The broken deck chairs have been removed, and the toaster has been replaced. We appreciate your feedback, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great location, house needs a little love

Couldn't ask for a better spot in Surf City. We walked the beach and the street to stores, dinner, and ice cream. The beach was private and quiet. The porches provide great view of the ocean and sunsets. The home could use a good cleaning and a few updates. There are books everywhere, so storage is a bit tricky. In its prime, I'm sure it was a gem. We enjoyed our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us, Annie. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our location convenient. We appreciate your comments home could use a good cleaning and a few updates, and we will consider this as we continue to make improvements to our home. We hope to host you again soon. Thank you for choosing to stay with us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice spacious place.

Needs more kitchen utensils. There was only one baking pan to cook with . The master bedroom window on left side needs repaired . Light flickered every time dryer was turned on. Spacious kitchen ands master bath were great, Windows on ocean side were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2025
Thank you, William, for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just for us

It was so lovely the time of yr we went, as it was beginning season. But that view and the open space in the man room. The entire week, everyone just kept saying what a great house. There are soo many books to pick from I wish there were more for little kids. But this place is the perfect distance from food and shops. It’s not on the busy part of the beach. 100% will be booking again. Loved the kitchen and dinning space.. also Soo many Great restaurants and things to do with the family while there. It was fun to celebrate 2 birthday in this home. Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

No Vacasa managed property again

Ceiling fans disgusting, previous renter crumbs everywhere, Vacasa non responsive prior to arrival, not timely after arrival and not clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2024
We are disheartened to read that you experienced issues that kept you from fully enjoying your stay. We apologize for the cleanliness details that were missed. Please know that this is not the high standard we hold ourselves to as we value cleanliness and our guests' comfort. We shared your feedback with the local manager and they assured us that the home is scheduled for a deep clean. We hope you will allow us the chance to provide you with a truly exceptional vacation experience in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful house

Definitely an older home with less amenities than newer or renovated options. However, I loved the layout of this house and the good use of space. Tons of storage in the kitchen and bathrooms. Huge dining table and comfy living room furniture. New modern decking on the stairs and porches. Lots of stairs! No TVs in the bedrooms. Loved listening to the waves from every room in the house.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great views of the ocean.

Property is dated but comfortable. The washer and dryer worked. That's the best I can say about them. The property was cleaned, but not really clean. We both got splinters from the wood railing, More steps than shown in pics. Pic is of the ocean side, not street side. We enjoyed our stay just to get away and relax, but we would not rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Turtle Point Stay

This is an older house with a unique design. The furniture is comfortable however it is outdated. The deck and stairs have been updated with weather proof materials. The beds were comfortable and adequate for our family of nine. The kitchen was well stocked and there was plenty of room for our groceries. Having starter packs of soaps, paper towels and toilet paper is an added convenience. There is an outside faucet for rinsing off, however there is no enclosed outside shower. The house is conveniently located on the beach with a relaxing view of the ocean from the decks.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Hi Audrey, thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found the furniture comfortable, the beds adequate, and the kitchen well-stocked for your family’s needs. We’re glad that the starter packs of soaps, paper towels, and toilet paper added to your convenience and that you enjoyed the relaxing ocean view from the decks. We appreciate your note about the unique design of the house and understand that the furniture may feel outdated. We will pass along your feedback about the lack of an enclosed outdoor shower for consideration in future updates. Thank you for choosing our property for your stay, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great location.

Great location. Upstairs hvac heat pump compressor was not operating therefore no cooling or heating capabilities. At least the electric auxiliary heating element worked. No toilet paper. No dish soap. No dish towels.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
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