Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.
“Sea Life” A well decorated, pet friendly, ocean view townhome in a convenient location just walking distance to the pier, restaurants, bars and shops, with its own private, covered parking for two vehicles. How you interpret ‘sea life’ is down to you! It may be the wonderful marine life on the island that you’ll spot, the shells you collect, the life on the beach around you - whatever you find brings you happiness and a sense of fulfilment at the ocean.
This is one of the most popular locations on the island! The home is on an ocean front lot. You can see it has two duplexes built in front of it but you still have a great ocean and beach view to your left, right and straight ahead. You are only a number of steps to the sand! You can sit out on the high top deck chairs, and enjoy the scenery. Plus as an extra bonus you can clearly see the waves, and often dolphins, from the kitchen and living area. Guests love this location as the home is on a quiet street. It’s very rare there’s any street noise so you can hear the ocean at night too! We have a wonderful private beach access for the townhomes to use and it’s literally steps from the front door. There is no road to cross to the beach and you are almost on the beach due to being on an ocean front lot already! You will not need to carry the beach gear far that's for sure. So much easier if you have little ones or your dogs with you.
Bed linens, Bath towels, wash cloths, hand towels, along with all the necessary items such as hair dryers, paper towels, trash bags, cleaning sprays, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, toilet paper and washing detergents are all provided for you with no limit! Plus beach chairs, loungers, Beach towels, umbrella, beach toys, and a beach blanket. We even provide a furry friends kit if you are bringing along your pet- dog bowls, poop bags, dog blankets, a medium/ small crate and of course some tasty treats are all there for your dog. It's their vacation too right!? All this is included in your stay at no extra cost to you!
The home has 3 smart TVs including one 65” screen with 125 channels including ESPN. The kitchen is fully equipped with all items you will need if you decide to cook in and enjoy the ocean view on an evening. There is a water boiler, coffee machine and a keurig and pods. The home has a king bed in the ocean side bedroom, a queen and twin in the second bedroom on the quiet roadside with the washing machine and dryer. I feel the size of the home would best suit families of up to 3-5 people. The kitchen, dining and living area is upstairs. There’s one flight of stairs to access this area in the house, and there are stairs outside from the carport up to the front door. The two bedrooms and bathroom are on the lower floor. The unit is 978 sq foot.
We have had this rental just over a year and refurbished it at the start of 2023. We have changed most of the furniture and decor and added everything you need- if you have stayed at the home before please don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have. We are very excited to host you in 2024- we have been having vacations on Topsail island for many years and adore the island. We want you to enjoy our new home and Topsail Island as much as we do. We have the most wonderful, thorough cleaning/ hospitality manager who we are very lucky to have so we hope to provide you with an amazing stay. Topsail really is a special place- the beach is amazing, very relaxing and there's plenty to see and do for all types of beach fanatics! Lastly we ask to report any items broken or not working. We stay at the house regularly to keep an eye on things and need to know about any problems so we can fix them for our next guests. We take immense pride in the home and want it to be enjoyed by all.
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Property # 3078644vb
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is near the beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Surf City Beach and Holly Shelter Game Land. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood 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.
Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Inis Spa - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Surf City Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Ohana Paddle Sports - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 4 min drive
Shaka Taco - 11 min walk
Sear's Landing - 4 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 11 min walk
Margaritas Mexican Grill & Cantina - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly. on 1 October 2026 start from NZ$603, 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 Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Not quite ocean front, but almost! Just a few steps to the sand! Pet friendly. located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you so much for being so thoughtful with the needs of a true “home away from home” experience. It is very well equipped and has items that one might have forgotten to bring. My family and my doggie had a wonderful time and we were so happy with the proximity to the beach. We look forward to booking with you in the near future. Best wishes!
Emily M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
What lovely comments thank you! Hope to see you again! Pippa
Bathroom had some hair in tub but we just cleaned before we used.Great location, great pet-friendly option. Texted me that the place was ready for check in early which was great!
Rachael T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
Thank you for bringing this to my attention in your review. This is very unusual as my cleaner is thorough and has been with this property for a few years now and goes above and beyond to care for the home and my guests ( as shown by previous reviews) . I’m sorry that the bath was not satisfactory and I’ve let her know. Thank you for staying at sea life , and also for your positive comments included in your review regarding location, pet friendly and a nice early check in :) . Pippa
The property was super clean. Upon arrival, lots of convenient amenities provided, including coffee, a welcome basket, blankets, and towels for a family of four, pet treats for our dog! The beach view was incredibly peaceful and the location was just far enough away from the “town” that nights were quiet.
We absolutely loved our time here! The house was very clean and basically ocean front! The host and owner of the property were very sweet and great about responding to any questions we had. The house is stocked with everything you need! We will definitely be returning!
We’ve stayed at this house many times and absolutely LOVE it! You can’t beat the location and the home has everything you need for a great vacation. We’ll definitely be back, as we consider this our “home away from home”.
We have rented these townhomes for years! We love them. It’s walking distance from everything you would like! Give it a shot you will not be disappointed!!
Even though the new owners are in the process of remodeling, the condo was very clean and well stocked with everything needed. Very convenient for beach access.
We would stay here again.
Cathy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2023
Thanks Cathy! Glad you had a nice stay. We look forward to having you back!
Wonderful property with great location. Quiet and friendly neighborhood and right on the beach. Needed to bring very few supplies with the amount of amenities there. Would stay again or would recommend to friends and family.
MrGeekDadRN
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the great review and we hope to see you back with us soon! Pippa
My wife, dog and I came here for a long weekend. Property was as described. Great location, with a wonderful view of the ocean from the balcony. Loved that the beach was so close and shops and restraunts were all within walking distance, which was our way of getting around for the weekend. We would definitely stay here again.
Found this property that was 10min from family. It was perfect! Easy to find, perfect parking, easy access to the beach. Will mark as a favorite for many return trips
Cambria M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thanks for the lovely review Cambria , and the pretty flowers you left for our enjoyment! They made me smile. Glad you enjoyed ‘sea life’ and I do hope we will see you back soon! Pippa
About the host
Hosted by Pippa Wilson
I love Topsail Island. I am from the UK and have lived here in NC for 8 years. I love just watching the sea and feel so relaxed when I am at the beach! This is my first rental and I am so excited for guests to enjoy the home as much as I do. My Partner Jason and I have visited Topsail many times , with our Labrador, Jeanie. She's a beach fan too!
Why they chose this property
I had stayed very nearby to this home on previous vacations, and know the location is awesome- when the property came up for sale I had no hesitations in going for it! I love that its so close to the beach, with the private access and I don't have to carry all the beach gear far!! I wanted a good sea view, and to be close to activities in surf city.
What makes this property unique
The private access, no road to cross, location to surf city
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests