A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Surf City Beach
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
On beach
Patio
Barbecue
Arcade/game room
Air-conditioning
Washing machine
Explore the area
Surf City, NC
Surf City Beach
Place, Surf City Beach
6 min walk
Ohana Paddle Sports
Place, Ohana Paddle Sports
3 min drive
Surf City Pier
Place, Surf City Pier
3 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1 - King
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 - 2 Bunk Beds
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3 - Queen
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 - Queen
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - 2 Twins
2 Single Beds
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 5
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 6
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Spacious Oceanfront Retreat with Private Beach Access, Elevator, Game Room & Incredible Views
New in our program, this home as many great reviews from past guests!
Shore Sensation: Spacious Oceanfront Retreat with Private Beach Access, Elevator, Game Room & Incredible Views
Property Highlights: Oceanfront • Private Beach Access • Oceanfront Decks • Elevator • Game Room • Multiple Gathering Spaces • Enclosed Outdoor Shower • Close to Surf City Attractions
Welcome to Shore Sensation! 🌊☀
Make the most of every moment by the water at Shore Sensation, a spacious oceanfront retreat in Surf City designed for families and groups to gather, spread out, and enjoy the best of Topsail Island.
Step outside and the beach is right in your backyard. A private walkway leads directly to the sand, making it easy to head out for an early morning walk, spend the afternoon swimming and searching for shells, or slip back to the house whenever you need a break. Multiple oceanfront decks provide front-row views of the coastline and plenty of space to relax with the sound of the waves in the background.
Inside, Shore Sensation spans three levels with a thoughtful layout that gives everyone room to enjoy the vacation their own way. The main living level takes full advantage of the oceanfront setting, with expansive views surrounding the open gathering spaces and easy access to the deck. Share meals together, settle in for conversation, or simply enjoy having the ocean as your backdrop.
One of the home's biggest advantages for larger and multigenerational groups is that each bedroom has its own private bathroom, giving everyone a little extra privacy and convenience. Additional sitting areas throughout the home create even more room to spread out, while the interior elevator makes moving between levels easier throughout your stay.
When you're ready for a break from the beach, head to the game room for a little friendly competition with ping pong and foosball. A separate den provides another place to gather or unwind, making it easy for different generations and interests to enjoy the home at the same time.
Outside, rinse away the sand in the enclosed outdoor shower before heading back upstairs, then find your favorite spot on the deck and settle in for another evening overlooking the water.
With its oceanfront setting, private beach access, flexible gathering spaces, game room, elevator, and private bathrooms for every bedroom, Shore Sensation is made for memorable family vacations where everyone can come together—and still have plenty of space of their own.
Best of all, you're conveniently located in Surf City, keeping local restaurants, shops, and island activities within easy reach when you're ready to explore beyond the beach.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Linens — Sheets and towels are included for all reservations. Starter Amenities — A complimentary starter supply of amenities is provided for all reservations. Pet Policy — This property DOES NOT allow pets. Smoking Policy — This home is smoke-free. NO Smoking/Vaping.
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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 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
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 on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 47 min drive - 64.0 km
Wrightsville Beach - 52 min drive - 59.2 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Surf City Smash - 5 min drive
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 5 min drive
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 5 min drive
Shaka Taco - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanfront home with direct beach access - game room, private interior elevator pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Oceanfront Retreat with Private Beach Access, Elevator, Game Room & Incredible Views?
As of 11 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Oceanfront Retreat with Private Beach Access, Elevator, Game Room & Incredible Views on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$4,144, 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 Oceanfront home with direct beach access - game room, private interior elevator?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront home with direct beach access - game room, private interior elevator?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront home with direct beach access - game room, private interior elevator?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront home with direct beach access - game room, private interior elevator located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. Southside Park and Surf City Pier 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.
The property location is great! The house was a great fit for our family with 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 bathrooms. It's very well stocked in the kitchen. Much better than most that we have stayed in over the last 20 years. Plenty of games, movies, books, sand toys, bikes, etc. They even have an ice machine which was wonderful and also two high chairs. They had several grilles and a smoker which is unusual. It could use a little updating but other than that we loved it!
We had 3 families that came to the beach together to stay here for the long weekend. This is our tenth year doing this as a friend group and this house was easily one of my favorites we’ve ever stayed at! The layout was great, so many fun things to do at the house and then it was literally on the beach. Some houses say they’re beachfront but you actually have to walk through the dunes to get to the beach but this was right on it. So nice! It was clean and had beautiful views. The location was excellent with grocery stores and fun shops only minutes away. Check in and check out were simple and reasonable and fast. Communications with the host were quick and easy! The only complaint from one family was that the larger beds are a little hard. We’ll definitely be coming back.. we might just bring a memory foam topper for the hard bed lol.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jacob M.
1 September 2024
Vacation with family
Great place to stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
15 October 2023
Wonderful family vacation!
From 5 to 80 years old we all had a phenomenal stay at Shore Sensation!
Great house - they thought of everything. The location and view were perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn B.
19 July 2025
The best family beach house
We loved everything. This was our first stay in Surf City but won’t be the last. The beach is nice and wide, even at high tide. And no high rises! Definitely a family orient beach.
Everything was clean and the house is well stocked to make you feel at home. This is our 2nd year renting this house and it is perfect for our growing family!
We loved this property! Each bedroom has its own bathroom attached, the kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need. There were cabinets full of games and puzzles. Separate sitting areas throughout the house to allow for people to hang out alone or all together. There were a couple things that are showing wear but overall one of the best homes we have stayed in and I will return!
The place felt like home…..anything we needed, we looked around and found. Never stayed at a rental beach home that supplied spices for stay-at-home cooking- simply loved this place.
Only complaint I have is with VRBO- difficult to get anyone to answer the phones- Called multiple times on multiple days.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
7 February 2024
Excellent!
I loved not having to do a lot when it was time to check out. So much less stress!! This property was so well equipped we did not need anything extra.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah B.
30 July 2024
Shore sunsations
The kitchen was well stocked. The rooms/bathrooms were a nice size. The two decks were nice to have. The ice machine was a great item to have. The location to town was great. We liked how close to the beach the house was and how clean the beach was. The house was plenty large enough for 12 family members and 1 11 month old little guy. We would stay there again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Martha I.
9 June 2024
Everything you need!
Shore Sensation is the perfect beach house. A room for everyone. Great decks. A kitchen that has everything you might want. A large ice maker!! Game room and a large closet full of beach chairs, nets, boogie boards, etc.
Vacasa responded to all our questions and check in and out were super simple. Great vacation!