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Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Balcony
A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Surf City Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Surf City, NC
Surf City Beach
Place, Surf City Beach
7 min walk
Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
Place, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
11 min walk
Surf City Pier
Place, Surf City Pier
2 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
48 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Captain Quarter
1 King Bed
Common area 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms
Captain Quarters
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
First level
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
First level
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!!
804 N. Topsail Dr...No peeking here! Come and enjoy our coastal farmhouse vibe 3 bedroom, 3 bath, beachfront townhome with wide open views of the ocean. First level you'll find an ocean view queen bedroom with private covered balcony with seating, a posterior side queen bedroom with en suite, as well as a bonus room with twin bunkbeds and full bath in the hallway. All rooms are spacious and both bedrooms have closets with a small chest of drawers. Top level includes a fully equipped kitchen with all the necessities of home, bar seating and a table/ 4 chairs to accommodate seating for 8, plus 4 TV table/trays. The living area provides comfortable seating and big views, open the sliding door to access the top deck which includes cozy seating, you'll want to cuddle up with a good book or enjoy a morning coffee; the ocean sounds will take you to a place of tranquility. There's also a king bedroom and full bath located on this level. All bedrooms and living room have smart TVs with Roku. Ground level provides a 2 car carport area with washer/dryer, enclosed outdoor shower and private beach access, you're just steps away from toes in the sand. Local restaurants and pier are within walking distance. The property is located on a dead end street, no traffic noise, quiet area and friendly neighbors!! Come and enjoy some Island Time!!!
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2473635vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting.
Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Inis Spa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Southside Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Surf City Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Shaka Taco - 19 min walk
Sear's Landing - 5 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 19 min walk
Margaritas Mexican Grill & Cantina - 16 min walk
Surf City Line - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!!?
As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!! on 11 October 2026 start from NZ$469, 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 The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Salty Peanut---no peeking here!! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach, Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery. Southside Park and Inis Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful time and the host was very easy and pleasant to work with. The house was clean and well equipped. Everything was as advertised. Would definitely recommend and stay again. The only request I would recommend would to put a full length mirror on the back of bedroom doors.
Renee M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pete
27 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, location
The property was great. Clean and just like the pictures. What a great view of the ocean. The only reason we will not be returning is the stairs, I am 82 and it was hard going up and down.
We had a wonderful stay at the Salty Peanut! The hosts were very responsive, answering all our questions promptly. The property matched the listing perfectly, with quick and easy ocean access and breathtaking views. We would stay again!
This beautiful home was perfect for our family with teens. Great location, great views. We loved going to the ocean each day. Highly recommend this ocean front home!
We loved our stay here. It had beautiful views and was only a few steps a way from the sandy beaches. All the amenities were top notch and updated. We are looking forward to staying here again.
The house is the perfect size for a small family. Great location to everything and beautiful views. The house is decorated beautifully and has everything you need.
Beautiful home and excellent location. I messaged Lori several times before our stay with questions and she was always kind, helpful, and prompt in her response. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else! Thank you for an exceptional family vacation.
My family and I had a great vacation here! Very clean place complete with everything you need- including sand buckets, chairs, and boogie boards. Pet friendly, so even our family dog had a great time. The layout is ideal for young adults to have their own space on one level. We had a very relaxing vacation. Will definitely stay here again.
This is the second time we have time stayed here. We love this townhouse. It is beautiful, clean, and has a great ocean view with easy access to the beach. We will definitely be back again.
The house is very clean, beautifully decorated and equipped with more than everything you would need. The host was incredibly helpful and accommodating. The location also is great- right on the beach and very close to the center of Surf City, You can also pretty quickly get to both ends of the island.
The home was inviting. We enjoyed our stay. It would have been nice to know of construction going on next door. That was a bit of an inconvenience because of the noise so early in the mornings...vacations we tend to like to sleep in a little later than normal.. We loved the sleepy town feeling of the island. We would choose to stay here in the future once the construction is finished.
By far our favorite house we've stayed in the Topsail/Surf City area; location is perfect! Breathtaking views from the top deck sun up to sun down; house was beautiful inside with that beachy feel you always look; Property manager was super friendly and responsive
We’ve stayed on Topsail before, but we really loved this spot! The house was perfect for our family. We hadn’t planned to max it out, but that’s how it worked out and we are so happy it could sleep 8!! We were comfortable and the beach was perfect. The owners were responsive and checked in with us. Thank you so much!
Lori and Dave were absolutely wonderful to work with and we loved their space and will definitely be back. The place was modern and comfy cozy. You could fully enjoy the beach just by sitting on the deck overlooking the ocean or walking a few steps to the beach itself.
Beautiful condo and location. Not crowded at all at the end of May. We felt like we were in our own little hideaway but were close to everything we wanted to do. Lori and David were great!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is decorated beautifully! The view of the ocean is spectacular. We will definitely come back. Also, Lori is fantastic!
The view was amazing, beds comfortable, and the home was well kept. We reached out to the host twice during our stay and they were very responsive, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was outstanding. We would definitely book again.
Recommendations when visiting Topsail and surrounding areas:
Sundial Coffee
Deli Works
Daddy Mac's
Fort Fisher Aquarium
Serenity Point
Jamy L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
James D.
18 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view! The best on the beach! Needs to improve maintenance and cleaning. Many areas needed upgrading, cleaning, or fixing. However, owner was very responsive to immediate needs.
James D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2025
Oh wow, so sorry your experience was subpar, certainly not what we strive for. Your 3 star rating is disheartening... if you would be so kind to email me with your list of items that needs attention...I'll take care them!
This was a very clean, bright, well decorated townhome with amazing views. The location is convenient to Surf City but beach was not crowded. Kitchen and living room were not huge but had enough space for our family of 5. Thanks to the cute bunk room, all my kids had their own sleeping areas. We would definitely stay again.
We had a great stay at the Salty Peanut. It was a great location with plenty of bedrooms to fit the family. My only complaint wasn’t really their fault and probably turned out in our favor - new houses were being constructed next door. They started working around 7:30, but that meant we got up early to enjoy the blank spot left on the beach in front of the construction. :) Overall a wonderful week!
Diana K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Lori Adams
Dave and I both grew up in NC, Raleigh and Fort Bragg areas and we currently reside between the two. We both work full time, law enforcement and healthcare, not so easy these days but love what we do! Our 5 kids are now grown and starting their own families ; the first are a set of twins and the US pic looked like peanuts, hence the name "The Salty Peanut". We love those grandbabies and are expecting our 5th in 2023
Why they chose this property
Going to the beach has always been a part of our family, we both have visited Topsail/Surf City growing up and have passed along the love of the beach to our kids. We love the area, it's family oriented, the beaches are beautiful, the people are super friendly and it's not overly crowed. We chose the town home based on location, obviously for the beach front but also because the home is on a dead end street so there's no traffic or noise, which makes it a little safer for the kids to play outside and lastly, cannot forget the budget.
What makes this property unique
What sold us on the home other than price and location...the VIEW, the living area has a 3 panel sliding glass door and super large windows on either side. Open up the blinds and ahhh, just can't beat it! It's beautiful and you just get a sense of peace!
Languages:
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