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4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC

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Exterior
Guests can access all the beach gear, bikes, kayak, fishing gear etc.!
Top Deck Ocean View
Luxury outdoor shower with changing area.
The living room, kitchen and dining room are an open floor plan on the top floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10169.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Sea Haven Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Ashe Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC

Welcome to The Sand Castle! Experience the stunning beauty of the ocean and intracoastal waterway from this amazing four-bedroom beach house. Watch breathtaking sunrises from the dining area and sunsets on the deck. The beach is conveniently located just a few steps away. Unwind in this peaceful and quiet area, away from the crowds of larger public beach accesses. This is the ideal vacation rental for families and friends who want to escape the daily grind and enjoy a relaxing getaway.

Property manager

John Sheahan
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Beach gear must be cleaned after use and put back in an orderly manner in which it was found.

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
This property accepts cash
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 first aid kit

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and North Shore Golf Course 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Ashe Island - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Seaview Pier - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Surf City Pier - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Minervini's New York Bagel Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Sea Haven Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Surf City Beach. North Topsail Beach and Seaview Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our stay! Absolutely beautifully laid out house with a closer walk to the beach than we thought. Beautiful views of the water too from the windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

March Madness

The property was just as described. Very comfortable and clean. The beds were very comfortable and made on arrival. Great ocean views from the upper deck. Nice amenities for the stay and dealing with owners was very pleasant and easy. Would definitely recommend the beach house again. Very happy with our stay in North Topsail.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick P.

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

Great house, great owners

Very easy to communicate to, a lot of amenities for the beach. Great house, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Buck H.

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

We’ll be back!

Amazing beach vacation! The beach house was clean,had everything and more than we needed,and the owners were quickly available for any needs that came up.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

All aoK

All AaoK
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Best hosts ever!

Had a terrific time at The Sand Castle and John and Cherie were amazing hosts. Answered any and all questions and concerns and have a terrific home for a big family like ours. House was perfect and the location is amazing! Definitely look forward to our next stay at the Sand Castle!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonell R.

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

Vacation

Pergect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Family beach time

This was our first visit to North Topsail Beach, so we didn't know what to expect. As soon as we found this house, we knew we wanted to stay there, and it was the best decision ever! The hosts were very responsive and super helpful with all our questions. The home was very clean, beautifully decorated, and perfectly situated near the beach entrance. It was ideal for three adult couples, one toddler, and two dogs! The hosts have thoughtfully provided everything needed including toys, books, and games. The kitchen was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in, and the open floor plan allowed the cook to participate in family time without missing anything. The beds were very comfortable, laundry room was quite handy, and bathrooms were clean and spacious. The outside shower was amazing! The two outdoor porches had a nice view of the ocean and were a great place to unwind in the evening.We loved the clean , uncrowded beach, the weather was gorgeous, we enjoyed several great dinners out, and really recommend the tour at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle rescue. This was by far one of the best vacations we've ever had, and we will definitely be back! Thank you so much, John and Cherie!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

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

Dog friendly clean beautiful home with great views and lots of extras

The Sand Castle is steps from the beach. The views are beautiful from anywhere in the home or on the decks. The home was very clean and communication with the hosts was great. We appreciated the extras provided like beach chairs, umbrellas, and bicycles. The laundry room was also a bonus. This was our first time to North Topsail. We loved that this home and the beach were dog friendly. Both were a great fit for our family. I would stay here again and will recommend it to our family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Sand Castle 2023

The house was wonderful, clean and there were thoughtful touches like coffee and chocolates already available when we got there. Very nice selection of beach gear and the outdoor showers are super nice for after beach de-sanding. There was a little handbook with info on restaurants and some binoculars there as well. There is no outdoor grill--the grill available is a small indoor electric so large grilling is not really possible but kitchen is very nice and we all settled into cooking for 9 pretty well! Nice stock of pans, toaster, really everything you might need. Beach access is great--literally two houses down so you don't need to cross a major street to get there. You do need a car to get to stores for groceries... There was an add for the island donut place on the fridge--a must eat! Would definitely recommend-thanks for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great property!! The view from the porch was beautiful !!All bedrooms so comfy and cozy. Outside shower was amazing!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

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

Wonderful stay

Everything was great. My kids thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor shower! The hosts were very accommodating for special circumstances.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Sheahan

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Languages:

English, German

Premier Host

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