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2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly

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A covered outdoor area with a white bench and a table, overlooking a beach and buildings.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses along the beachfront and a river running through the center.
A wooden staircase leading to a beach access point with a sign indicating beach rules and a memorial plaque.
A window with a view of a beach, a building, and a fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a white countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Large Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Small Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Primary Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly

Welcome to Clocking Out! We have everything you need to maximize beach time and enjoy all of the amenities Surf City has to offer. The perfect mix of comfort and convenience! PET FRIENDLY and full of charm, this 4BR, 2BA home has plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the ocean air.

Head up to the front porch where you'll enjoy beautiful sunsets and a cool breeze.
As soon as you open the front door, you'll be greeted by an open concept living space, recently updated kitchen, lots of seating and breathtaking views of the ocean. Enjoy your coffee and the sunrise on the back, covered deck, while you listen to the waves crash and watch the dolphins splash in the gorgeous blue ocean.

Sheltered from the sun with additional seating, charcoal grill, corn hole and tons of space make the lower level the perfect place to relax and play after a perfect beach day. The full size washer/dryer are are available for you to use anytime. And you are welcome to use any of the beach gear like skim boards, boogie boards, discs for golf, beach chairs and fishing equipment.

The primary bedroom (queen) has a view of the ocean and a private en-suite with shower. Three guest bedrooms share access to the main bath. The large guest room has a queen size bed. The small bedroom has a twin day bed with twin pull out trundle. The bunk room has four twin beds. And if you need to spread out just a bit more, there is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. The living room and every bedroom have smart TVs and the home has been updated to 800 mbps so internet access and streaming is seamless.

Heading to the beach? You are less than a minute from dipping your toes in the sand! Public access #2 will take you over the dune and onto a beautiful and wide stretch of pristine beach. Enjoy the awesome Surf City waves, wide beach, shore fishing and shell collecting. The house also has a full sized, covered, outdoor shower to rinse off when your beach day is done.

When you're not at the beach, please enjoy the books, board games and puzzles provided. This location is so close to everything! A public playground is two blocks away. The Surf City Pier is a gorgeous beach walk and just two miles away. The home is minutes from the Surf City town center shops. And you will be just a few blocks from local bars, restaurants and the arcade. Don't forget about golfing - there is a local public golf course, disc golf course and mini-golf nearby. SO much to do!

LINENS ARE INCLUDED! Bedding, bath towels, hand towels and wash clothes are provided. Kitchen linens and sponge will be waiting for you, but please remember to bring your own paper products and cleaning supplies.

PET FRIENDLY! Nightly fee includes up to 2 animals.
Check in - 4pm
Check out - 10am
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee is per night.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Anything you can do to help our cleaning team is much appreciated. Thank you for treating our home like your own. Come back again soon!!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2197969vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 64.2 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 66.0 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

As of 11 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly on 15 October 2026 start from NZ$2,558, 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 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Surf City, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Permuda Island and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time and can’t wait to go back!!Katie was excellent responding quickly to any questions I had.We loved how close we were to the beach access and that you can even see the ocean a bit and hear the waves!Highly recommend :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved this beach house! It was in a great location and well appointed. Our communication with the owner was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The outdoor furniture needed cleaning, but overall is was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location. Its a very short walk across the street to a perfect beach. The beach had awesome waves and wasnt crowded. The house was super clean and has a great kitchen, fully stocked. The laundry room was FULL of chairs and boogie boards, a few umbrellas and a bunch of outdoor games. 10 out of 10, highly recommend ps.. just bring your clothes and toiletries, thats all you need. Enjoy the beach and the quiet little town. Theres plenty to do here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was everything we needed for our weekend stay. The Host was responsive to all of our questions and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was everything you needed to stay here. The host was extremely friendly and communicated very fast. House was clean and close to beach access. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a family vacation! The house was clean, well stocked, and close to the beach. The host was very responsive. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, clean, comfortable and well suited for our family visit. Katie was very communicative and made sure everything went smoothly. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2026
Thank you for your kind words and your care of the home! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host was amazing, great communication. The kitchen was stocked with all the things needed The bedrooms were comfortable. The outside was clean and accommodating. Location was convenient to area attractions Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you so much!!!! Come back soon 🌊⛱️☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and clean. Excellent location and was everything we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you so much!!!! Come back soon 🌊⛱️☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation!!

We had an amazing time! House was beautiful! Perfect spot, with a short walk to the beach! I would highly recommend! And would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you so much!!!! Would love to have everyone back soon 🌊⛱️☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Wonderful beach house with nice layout and great location. Walking distance to the beach and quiet district in surf City.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you so much!!!! Come back again soon 🌊⛱️☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Thanksgiving Getaway!

The very first thing you’ll notice is the cleanliness. Every thing sparkling clean, and smelling wonderful. Even though this rental is pet friendly, you would never know it. The best beach rental in the Topsail Island/Surf City area, with great ocean views, and the perfect location. Everything you need to have a memorable stay is here! Loved the well stocked and very organized kitchen. Labels make it easy to grab whatever you need, without searching, and pantry comes complete with all the various small appliances you will need. The thing we loved most was our wonderful host Katie. Friendly and a great communicator, she was there to answer all questions, and made us feel right at home. We are penciled in for next Thanksgiving! #ClockingOut ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Thank you for being amazing guests!!! 🌊⛱️☀️🐠 I am so happy you had everything you need. We fill the home with everything our family uses during a vacation, from the grill and kitchen supplies to the books, games and boogie boards . Can’t wait for your return at Thanksgiving, but bring everyone back before that if you can. We would love to host you again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A family visit

This home was clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a quick family visit. We enjoyed our stay here. The owners were very responsive and kind when I had questions. Check in and check out was simple. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Come back soon!!! And thank you for taking such good care of the home. I am so happy you had a great trip!!! ☀️🌊🐠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, affordable & close to the beach

My family and I have never stayed at this location before, but we couldn’t have been more happy with our stay. The host is very attentive and happy to assist in any way. We normally try to find something on the beach, but this place is super close to beach access and the location is great. We will definitely be staying again. Thank you Katie!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Thank you!! We love the ocean view and the super short walk to the beach access…no busy roads to cross and close enough for the mid day snack and refresh 😉 . Thank you so much for choosing Clocking Out for your stay! Come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at beach with family

Amazing getaway just pack some clothes everything else is there. very clean great communication from the host. I will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Thank you so much! We would love to have you back and appreciate your fishing tips!!! So happy to hear you had a successful trip. Come back soon!! 🎣☀️😎🌊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

The pictures does not do its justice. Stunning home, clean, and very well taking care of. Katie was more than accommodating. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Thank you!!! We appreciate you so much and would love to have you back soon!!! ☀️😎☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay wasn’t long enough!!

This property was way more than we needed it had four bedrooms, but it allowed my son and his wife to bring their dog. The beach access is a short walk through the backyard. There was storage filled with everything you will need for the beach! Actually we needed for nothing but our food, it was nice to have a kitchen filled with good cookware, and appliances! The Host Katie was quick to reply to any questions we had . She even left us a welcome package and fresh bouquet which we appreciated, thank you! Would we stay again? YES I wish we didn’t have to leave!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
We would love to have you back soon! Thank you for being amazing guests!!! 🌊⛱️☀️🐠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

Very comfortable and accommodating!! The host has covered all bases and is a most gracious host! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
It has been our pleasure to host you! Come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family beach house!

Highly recommended! Great location with a very short walk to the beach. The house has a great layout with plenty of room and spaces for everyone to relax. Outdoor spaces were great as well whether it be the front or back deck or under the house. The house was equipped with anything you need for a stay at the beach with family. If your a family that likes to cook, the kitchen has anything and everything you would need. A great time was had by all!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review! We are so grateful to have amazing guests like you and are so happy you love it as much as we do! ☀️🕶️ We love being able to spend time together (But also love having the space to spread out when we need to 😉).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Well stocked, kid-friendly accommodations and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you! So happy everyone had a good time!!!! Come back soon!! 🌊☀️⛱️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, comfortable, and super close to the beach!

This house met all of our needs for the wee and more. The owner was wonderful to work with. She was very quick to respond and truly thinks of all of the small details. The house was clean when we arrived. It was so nice having linens provided! In addition, they have all of your beach needs covered- from chairs to boogie boards, etc. The outdoor shower was great! The guys found it was easier to shower outside to cut down on time after a long day at the beach. We loved having coffee on the back deck every morning - there was always a great breeze! The beach access does have stairs for those who have elderly travelers or those with specific needs. All of the beds were comfortable! In addition, the kitchen had absolutely everything we needed! The living room shelves were stocked with books and games. Great location - would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Coffee on the back deck is one of my favorites (and if you are there at sunrise it is spectacular)!!! 🌅 We are so grateful for your kind review and for being such an awesome guest!!! Thank you!! 🌊🏖️🕶️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and beautiful renovated

Sitting on the porch you can see and hear the ocean. The beach access is very close and the beach is wide. Great boogie boarding during high tide and love the sandbar at low tide. We were impressed with how well the house was stocked with all the extra things you need like beach chairs, umbrella, toys, boards, soaps, plastic wrap etc. Every bed & furniture was comfortable. We had a few questions and the owner was incredibly fast and helpful. The house is in a great location, close to shopping and food. Definitely try out Shaka Taco and Topsail Steamer! This was a great fit for our 2 families of 4 (8 total people). Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you so much!!! The beach is amazing and never too crowded. And tide pools and dunes change a little each year, so you’ll have to come back soon 😎 We are so happy you enjoyed everything! Our goal is to have everything you’ll need for a great vacation!!!☀️⛱️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely Pleased

We enjoyed a delightful stay at “Clocked Out”.There was plenty of space for all to relax comfortably.The location was great with a very short walk and easy access to the beach and a nice view of the ocean from the back porch and bedroom.Our sweet doggies are family and were so happy to stay with us! …a deciding factor for booking for us. The outdoor shower with hot water was definitely a plus. The cleaning crew could have been a bit more thorough, but nothing we couldn’t remedy fairly quickly ourselves. A mirror in each of the middle bedrooms would be nice. We will definitely consider coming back and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
The outdoor shower is definitely one of my faves!!! And our four legged family members are just that, family!!! We are happy to host them too 🐶 I am sorry about the cleaning miss. We’ll make sure that mistake doesn’t happen again. And thank you for letting us know!!! Come back soon! 🌊⛱️🌊

About the host

Hosted by Katie Kosnar

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Before finding Clocking Out, we had been renting in Surf City and Topsail for over 10 years. Every year, my PA family would join our NC family to take a break from real life and enjoy the salt air. We would “clock out” from work and head to the shore for a week of boogie boarding, trying to surf and shore fishing. Because we’ve seen just about every example of a rental property at the beach, it is important for us to give guests everything they’ll need for a great stay. We have filled our home with everything we need for a great family beach vacation, girls weekend or golfing trip with the guys, Convenience of location, thoughtful design of space/amenities and cleanliness are important to us. We hope you will love being here as much as we do. We are so happy to share our home with you!

Why they chose this property

This home has so much character and the perfect spaces to spread out. The waves are awesome for boogie boarding. When you're on the beach, you can see the pier to the south and all the way to the tip of North Topsail to the North. Surf City restaurants are delicious and there is a huge variety to chose from. Being able to see the ocean, hear the waves and watch the dolphins from the back deck are some of our favorite things.

What makes this property unique

Ocean views, open spaces and lots of sleeping options make this house perfect for vacations. You can walk to restaurants and bars, rent bikes and explore the island. The tall bridge has amazing views and a pedestrian walkway. The Topsail market is a great place to enjoy local artisans and treats. And don't forget about the turtles. We've been lucky to watch a new nest get eggs counted and protected. The Turtle Hospital and Missiles and More Museum are a definite must see.

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