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Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views!

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A coastal residential area with multiple two-story houses, a marina, and a beach in the background.
A wooden deck with two white Adirondack chairs overlooking a body of water, a dock extending into the water, and two buildings with blue and white exteriors.
A two-story beachfront house with a balcony on each floor, a covered patio, and a view of the water.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There are large windows with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a view of a balcony.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and entertainment unit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1- Floor 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Floor 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1- Floor 1

Bathroom 2- Floor 1

Half Bathroom 1- Floor 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Topsail Beach

Located in Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Surf City Pier - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 54 min drive - 58.8 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 56 min drive - 71.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Camino Real - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Costa Tacos & Beer - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ripken's Retreat | Canal Front, Water Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Missiles and More Museum and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 6 miles (10 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 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

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, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Thanks for a great week! We loved our time at Topsail!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
I'm so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time at Topsail! It's always great to receive positive feedback from our guests. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Extremely clean. Beautiful decor. Looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback and for highlighting the cleanliness and decor. We are very glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again.
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