Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Near Surf City Beach
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Balcony
Explore the area
Surf City, NC
Surf City Beach
Place, Surf City Beach
6 min walk
Thomas Tackle and Seafood
Place, Thomas Tackle and Seafood
3 min drive
Wrightsville Beach
Place, Wrightsville Beach
54 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1 - King
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 - King
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3 - Queen
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 - Queen
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!
New in our program, this home as many great reviews from past guests!
Welcome to Sunset - Surf City!
Make yourself at home in this beautiful three-story retreat overlooking the scenic Topsail Sound Intracoastal Waterway. Perfectly positioned for both relaxation and adventure, this home offers easy access to the beach—simply walk across the street and over a private boardwalk to enjoy swimming, shell collecting, or soaking up the sun. Prefer the sound side? Paddleboarding is just steps away behind the home.
Located only two and a half miles from downtown Surf City, you'll be close to local restaurants, shops, and popular attractions like Kenneth D. Batts Family Park, Surf City Ocean Pier, Soundside Park, the Topsail Island Historical Society, Hampstead Kiwanis Park, and North Shore Golf Course.
Spanning 3,000 square feet, this spacious home offers three levels of comfort, each with its own deck—perfect for morning coffee, birdwatching, or taking in views of boats cruising along the waterway.
The first floor features a private sauna and a luxurious primary suite complete with an en suite bathroom, fireplace, and TV. On the second floor, you'll find three additional bedrooms, including a second primary suite with stunning waterfront views, a walk-in closet, TV, and en suite bath. A laundry room with a washer and dryer is also conveniently located on this level.
The third floor is the heart of the home, showcasing a bright, open-concept living space. The well-appointed kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals to enjoy on the top deck while watching breathtaking sunsets. The living room offers a welcoming space to relax, unwind, and spend quality time together.
Additional amenities include boat access, two adult bikes, and two kayaks—everything you need to fully experience coastal living.
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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 on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Island Oaks, a neighbourhood in Surf City. 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. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 48 min drive - 65.3 km
Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 60.5 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 7 min drive
Cape Fear Seafood Company - 7 min drive
Shaka Taco - 5 min drive
Sear's Landing - 7 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! on 3 September 2026 start from NZ$1,305, 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 Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! located?
Located in Island Oaks, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Southside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location , waterfront access, pets allowed. There are a lot of stairs so older guests need to be aware of that, as do those with young children.
Lynn F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary E K.
21 July 2025
A Sound Side Haven
Sunset is a lovely, happy home that offers the perfect location for ocean and sound access. It is peaceful and the views of the sound are gorgeous. Fish and crabbing from the homes dock is a rare treat. We’ve stayed 3 times in the past year and look forward to our next visit.
Mary E K.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Bonnie M.
2 July 2025
love the views and amenities outside
We have stayed here before. We came back because of the location, vibes and views from the sound, and the amenities of paddle boards, kayaks and beach things. Very roomy and clean. Updating on tv's is a must.
Bonnie M.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Hi Bonnie. Thank you for your review and for choosing to stay with us again. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the location, the relaxing atmosphere, and the beautiful views from the sound. It is also great to know the amenities and cleanliness made your stay comfortable.
We appreciate your feedback about the TVs and will pass that along to the team for consideration. Thank you again for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn P.
9 August 2025
Great location, amazing views
House is conveniently located to both the sound and the public beach. Well appointed, clean and comfortable. The back decks overlooking the sound were a favorite! We loved that we could paddle right from the back dock. We appreciated beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach cart, kayaks and paddle boards. The sauna was great too! We would come back here!
House is conveniently located to both the sound and the public beach. Well appointed, clean and comfortable. The back decks overlooking the sound were a favorite! We loved that we could paddle right from the back dock. We appreciated beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach cart, kayaks and paddle boards. The sauna was great too! We would come back here!
Dawn P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard P K.
27 September 2024
Home Away From Home
Sunset is a very happy, comfortable home that is equipped with just about anything you need to make your beach vacation memorable…from bicycles to beach equipment…crab traps to kayaks…it has it all. Just a few minutes walk and you arrive at the ocean. The sound side, with its beautiful views, is on full display for you to enjoy. We have enjoyed Sunset twice this summer!
Richard P K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard K.
13 July 2024
Excellent stay, highly recommend
The property and sound-side views are incredible. Amenities are also excellent. There is so much you can do that the property provides: kayaking, biking, etc. The dock in the back was great to fish and we even caught several crabs using their traps and some bait. House is only a 5 min walk to the beach. Beds and furniture are comfortable as well. Only complaint is that some of the amenities are outdated/dirty: Broken blinds, dirty coffee pot, clogged sinks, older TVs with misplaced remotes. Even still, I highly recommend and would come back again.
Richard K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela R.
3 October 2024
Great Waterfront Home!
My girlfriends and I loved the home. The location and view is amazing. The bedrooms are sizable and comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed for cooking. We loved kayaking with the kayaks provided. They also have paddle boards. We did not use the sauna. The dock/ outdoor space is fantastic and a great extension to the home. It's a short drive to the hub of Surf City, Ubers were available when we were there. Be sure to bring all spices, aluminum foil, 409... supplies like that. We would definitely stay here again.