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Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.

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Welcome to Seablings! Enjoy the morning sun on the porch and in the evening....
Enjoy the night lights!
Exterior
Just a short walk to the ocean!
Wide front porch with table, chairs and patio set! Our guests love this spot!!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8110.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Inis Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.

Welcome to Seablings! Seablings has an open floor plan for the living, dining and kitchen area with lots of natural light pouring in the large windows. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of sauce pans, frying pans, casserole baking dishes. Large pots for your seafood dinners and large dining table to spread out buffet style! Seating for 8 at the dining room table and 4 at the kitchen bar. The house has 3 large bedrooms with double closets and ceiling fans. The master bedroom with master bath is located at the end of the hall and is furnished with king sized bed with a Tuft and Needle mattress and large dresser. Also in the master is a smart TV. Second bedroom has queen sized bed with new mattress, TV and large dresser. Third bedroom has 2 twin beds. Linens are provided. Full bath in hallway across from twin room . Living room with queen sleeper sofa, flat screen TV with Roku streaming. Also in the kitchen is the washer/dryer in the bifold door enclosure. Enjoy quiet mornings with an ocean view while you have coffee on the large covered front deck. New deck furniture along with chairs and table for 4 makes a nice spot for breakfast and lunch . Downstairs is patio area has two large picnic tables for your alfresco dining. A fish cleaning station and charcoal grill are available downstairs for preparing your "catch of the day". There is also a large outdoor shower with h/c water and separate Captain's head (bathroom). For the four legged family members, there is an enclosed dog run with shade.
Covered parking for 4 vehicles. Plenty of additional parking on both sides of house. Playground at the end of street for kids and gazebo for all to enjoy!
We have check in at 3PM for our guests and you don't have to check out until 11 AM on you departure date! Early check in available during OFF season as long as no scheduled stay prior to your check-in date. The house is just a minutes walk from the beach access and a couple of good local watering holes across the street with pool tables and live music on the patios during warm weather. Seablings is a great bungalow on a quiet street just a couple of miles from the hustle and bustle of the heart of Surf City. We have some of our favorite local spots shown here, some have been around for generations, some are new to the island. Maybe give them a try during your stay. Hope to have you as our guests sometime!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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
100.00 ( flat rate )
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put all used and unused linens and towels in bag provided by linen company. Do not put bedspreads or pillow shams in linen company bag. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Cancellations made anytime prior to 30 days before check in date will also be considered 100% refundable. (Day 60 to day 30 prior to check in 100% )

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
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 and a deadlock

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 Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. With jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Inis Spa - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Escape Spa - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants. on 4 Apr 2026 start from AU$384, 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 Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy an uncrowded beach, but close to shopping and restaurants. located?

This family-friendly Surf City holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Seacoast Art Gallery and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Clean,
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

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

Great weather

Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S.

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

May 2025 Surf City trip

Always stay at Seablings when available.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie R.

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

Great place to stay

We have stayed at this house many times and always enjoyed it. The location is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Great beach location

Great family friendly home and well supplied with kitchen utensils, dishes, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Another great stay!

This was our 3rd time staying at Seablings and it never disappoints. Great location, amenities, and overall comfort. Hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

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

The Person Family weekend getaway.

A nice location and home for a small family. We enjoyed the location and the quiet peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie R.

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

Wonderful Cottage

We really enjoy staying at this cottage. It is always very clean and quite and only a short distance from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Awesome getaway

Totally loved this beach house! We truly enjoyed our stay for the holiday, super clean super cute and so close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Wonderful property in a great location

House was in great condition and very clean. Very convenient location for the beach and restaurants. Thoroughly enjoyed and would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Excellent

Location to beach was great. House was perfect. Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Great!

This property is beautiful! It’s a block from the public beach access and close to food and shops. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

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

Perfect Location for Family Trip

We loved staying here for our beach family trip! It was close to the beach, playground, and several great places to eat! The house had everything we needed for the whole week and it was so nice to sit on the porch in the afternoons (in the shade!) to listen to the waves on the beach. Great week at this house!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S.

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

Friends trip

The property is well maintained and the manager is very accessible. It's very close to the beach. Close enough to everything else to be convenient but enough distance to be quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

This property was perfect. Lots of room and close to the beach. Definitely would stay again

Easy rental. Great communication and everything went very smooth. Awesome property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Great family time

This was a second stay here. We love the porch and the changes you have made. Thank you for sharing your home with my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Seablings

Great location, clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores S.

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

July 2020

Seablings is a great beach house - nicely decorated, fully stocked kitchen, short walk to beach. Our family had a wonderful week staying there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Loved the location

Seablings was great, both the humans and the dogs had a wonderful time. The location was just right, the beach was wonderful as always, the owners were very resonsive and we wanted for nothing. We would not hesitate to recommend Seablings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

Loved it!

We were very impressed with the house and we would rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Seabling

Our family enjoys staying at the Seabling every chance we get.It’s perfect for our family and it’s always clean and well maintained. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

A charm of a house.

The house is beautiful clean and well stocked for all your vacations needs. We were able to enjoy our time on the large deck that is facing the ocean and within a very short walking distance away from the beach. I would highly recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

First time at Topsail Island

We had a great time. So convenient to everything and people were friendly and helpful. Close to beach and loved sitting on the porch at night listening to the ocean. Love the food. Great trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Summer fun

Well cared for property in a very nice location
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

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

Love this property!

We had a wonderful week stay. We love this property. We have been many times & plan to go again! Thanks Seablings for wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kim Draper/ Manager

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In April 2015 the decision was made to jump in and make owning a home on Topsail Island a reality. For our childhood this was our family vacation, our only family vacation, every year. We all have such vivid memories of our summers here. During those years, our dad dreamed of owning a vacation home on Topsail. That dream was not fulfilled during his lifetime.

As adults, we have all lived in different places thoughout the country and have vacationed all around the world. Years ago, we began coming back to Surf City for family vacations. Just a couple of us at first with our kids, a couple of times a year. But once we all were back here together, it just seemed right and we felt we could make a dream a reality...our dad's dream.

We "found our way back"

Sharon, Kathy, Scott and Kim

Why they chose this property

This house is just the right size. It has so many extras loaded into a modest space. In the 60's and 70's we stayed in a small (and I do mean small) cottage that was less than a block away from the Surf City pier and sat on a dune. No pilings, just cinder-block and sand. That house was the right house then, and this is the right house now.

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