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Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!

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North Topsail Beach Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 904 Sq Ft | Stairs to Enter
Topsail Dunes community | Community Amenities | Outdoor Pool
Living Room | Smart TV | DVD Player | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi
Living area
Living Room | Dining Table | Beach Views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to North Topsail Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaview Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!

Seasonal Community Pool | Free Complimentary WiFi | Furnished Balcony w/ Ocean Views

Find oceanfront relaxation and beachside recreation at 'Salty Wave,' this 2-bedroom, 2-bath, high-demand vacation rental. Steps from North Topsail Beach and a short drive to Surf City Ocean Pier, this condo puts you at the center of fun. After spending the day fishing or perusing along the beach, take a break from the sand with a dip in Topsail Dunes’ community pool or unwind on your private balcony!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bunk bed
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Outdoor pool, shower areas
- Beach access
- Decks, sitting areas, grill & picnic area
- Playground, basketball courts

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 flat-screen TVs, 1 Smart TV, DVD player
- Dining table
- Open floor plan
- Tile flooring

KITCHEN
- Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances
- Cooking basics & spices
- Keurig coffee maker
- Toaster, blender
- Cafe table

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- In-unit washer & dryer
- Towels, linens, complimentary toiletries
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans

FAQ
- Seasonal pool availability

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story condo on 1st floor, stairs to access

PARKING
- Open parking lot (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Steps away from North Topsail Shores w/ near other beaches & fishing spots
- 7 miles to Topsail Island
- 13 miles to Surf City Ocean Pier, Inc
- 13 miles to Kenneth D. Batts Family Park
- 14 miles to Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center
- 45 miles to Wilmington International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- The maximum occupancy is strictly enforced; do not exceed 6 total guests
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story condo on the 1st floor requires a flight of exterior stairs to access
- The community pool is seasonal, and the expected opening date is May 21st, but it may be earlier
- Before your arrival, you will need to reach out to the Guest Contact to confirm the number of guests that will be staying. This ensures that the property is ready for you upon arrival

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9445623
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 and a first aid kit
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

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this condo is on the beach. Thurston Art Gallery and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North Shore Golf Course and Sneads Ferry Marina. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seaview Pier - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Surf City Beach - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 32 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 42 min drive - 60.9 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Red Pepper - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Spiaggia Ristobar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cancun Mexican - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai! on 14 December 2026 start from NZ$582, 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.

Is Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach: Oceanfront Condo w/ Lanai! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from North Topsail Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Seaview Pier. Surf City Beach and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shalena

Wonderful!

Our second stay was as great as our first. We can't wait to return to Salty Waves!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place. Sunrise view and ocean breeze on balcony is awesome. My wife and I throughly enjoyed our anniversary weekend away. Condo fit our needs perfect. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2026
Hi Chuck! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your anniversary stay at Salty Wave. We’ve had many guests enjoy anniversaries and other special occasions at the condo. I have to agree with you about those amazing ocean views and breezes from the balcony. One of the best on the island in my opinion. We know you had choices for other places to spend your anniversary. Thank you so much for choosing Salty Wave. Please come back the next time your travels bring you to Topsail Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach view, felt like you could reach out and touch it. Well stocked condo with many extra touches you don’t usually find in rentals. We loved our stay. Only cons would be the shower head in hall bath fell off first time someone used it. Call maintenance and within two hours it was repaired. Also the master bath shower could use some kind of non slip mat. The floor gets very slippery with soap. It’s an accident waiting to happen. Overall it’s a excellent condo to rent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Hi Laurie! Thank you for the wonderful and helpful review. The ocean views from the condo are incredible; we 100% agree 😊. I’m so glad to hear that our maintenance team was quickly able to address the shower head. We will look at a non slip mat for the shower floor in the master bathroom. Thank you so much for that suggestion. We know that you had other accommodation options for Topsail Island. We’re so glad that you chose Salty Wave. Please come back the next time your travels bring you to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Clean, spacious and close to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from Author on 5 October 2024
From the owner: "Hi Kristi! Thank you so much for the wonderful review of Salty Wave. It really is a little piece of paradise. And we’re so glad to hear that you will consider Salty Wave for your next trip to Topsail Island."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

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

Topsail Dunes

This is our third time staying at the Topsail Dunes complex. The location is perfect, just steps from the beach and a community pool. The condo had all the amenities we needed and the second bedroom worked well for our three kids. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
From the Owner: "Hi Jessica! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that Salty Wave exceeded your expectations. Many of our guests love the amazing ocean views and the unbeatable proximity to the beach—literally just a few steps away!We have some exciting enhancements coming to Salty Wave, and with that, we hope it will be your top choice for your next trip to Topsail Island."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Wonderful Condo

Condo was very clean, awesome location, super close to the beach! We loved our stay and have recommended to friends and family! Would 100% book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2024
From the owner: Hi Amanda! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. Agreed; you can’t get much closer to the beach and ocean than what is offered at Salty Wave. You recommending Salty Wave to family and friends is one of the best compliments that we can receive. We’ll look forward to hosting you again on your next trip to Topsail Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ruth D.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Wonderful condo! Excellent location! Well maintained and comfortable beds! The owners were very communicative. Well pleased with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Awesome proximity to beach

Couldn’t get any closer to beach without pitching a tent. Perfect place for our family of three.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2024
From the owner "Hi Stephen! We certainly appreciate the 5-star review and are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Salty Wave. That is precisely correct; you can’t get any closer to the beach and ocean without pitching a tent. Not a better view of Topsail Island. Please come back and see us the next time your travels bring you to North Topsail Beach."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shalena C.

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

Exactly what was expected

Wonderful place. Will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shalena

Wonderful find!

Great beachfront location. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony during windy days and felt like you were right on the ocean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Exactly as advertised ..great condo

Loved this condo…exactly as advertised. Seconds from the beach. Condo was very clean and loved our stay …will book again and recommend to my family and friends .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila L.

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

Great!

We’ll kept and so close to ocean you feel like you’re sleeping in the waves. Bed was super comfy and kitchen very well stocked. Perfect spot to chillax!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nate Lynch

It was the best!

My wife and I came here to celebrate our Anniversary and it was the best!! Beautiful location, if we weren’t out in the beach we were spending our time on the balcony looking and listening to the beautiful ocean! Would totally recommend!
Verified

8/10 Good

Marissa T.

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

Wonderful week

We had a wonderful week. A couple negatives about the property but overall, great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Great week!

This was the third unit we’ve stayed in at Topsail Dunes and it has been our favorite. The master bathroom is extremely tight - very little room between the shower and the sink and not much more room between the toilet and sink. We had to clean the master shower before we could use it, but the rest of the unit was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the unit is in a great location - close to both the steps from the parking lot and the steps to the beach. Excellent communication with the owners and we did not have any issues during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
Hi Kristin! Thank you so much for being our Salty Wave guests. We’re excited to share with you that we have a master bathroom remodel project planned for this October. One of our goals with the project is to address some of the tightness in the master bedroom that you mentioned in your review. We hope that we’ll be able to add you to our list of repeat guests with any future travel plans to Topsail Island.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Coming back!!!

Exactly as advertised! The location was fantastic with super easy beach access. It met all our expectations! We stayed with our 8-week-old baby and the place was impeccably maintained. I highly recommend it, especially due to how close you are to the ocean. We will definitely be coming back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Summer get away

This property was located right on the beach , you could sit on the balcony and enjoy the ocean view and sound of the waves . Very clean and comfortably slept 6. The beach is just a few steps away . And the property manager was easily accessible and answered all questions promptly. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Relaxing!

Great spot to chill and enjoy the view! So close to the beach you feel like you’re sleeping on it! Bed super comfy. Clean and well kept. Welcoming setup.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Just Perfect

We absolutely loved here. We were mere steps from the beach which just perfect. The complex was very well maintained as well. The kids loved the pool after a long day on the beach. There was area right by the condo where we could clean off sand. And that view from the balcony was just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Topsail trip

Wonderful week- beautiful beach!! Area is very nice with a lot of great restaurants. The condo was clean and updated- the master bath is very small, and hard to maneuver in. Other than that issue, all was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Linda

Beginning of summer celebration

This was the closest we’ve ever stayed to the shore…this condo is truly ON the beach. Building 1 has the best views. Would not want to overlook the pool as some of the other buildings do. The condo is comfortable and equipped with everything you could possibly need. Owners are very nice to deal with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Very comfortable with a Million Dollar view

My family and I really enjoyed our stay in this property. It was very comfortable and fully furnished. It’s is right on the ocean where you can see hear and smell everything. I really enjoyed waking up with a cup of coffee sitting out on the balcony. The location is ideal for someone that wants to get away and stay on the beach. It’s is further from shopping and dining than some might prefer. The only real negative for me was there are significant fees added onto the nightly rate including a cleaning fee. That is understandable however the checkout procedure requires you to strip beds, remove all trash and load the dishwasher. That feels to me like it should be included in the cleaning fee.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

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

Wonderful Beach Getaway

A friend and I decided to do a last minute beach get away and Tony and Amy’s condo turned out to be a wonderful choice for that get away. The check in process went smoothly and Tony and Amy were very prompt in answering any of our questions. The condo was very nicely furnished and the beds were quite comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked although we never managed to do any cooking instead opting to try local restaurants. We lucked out with warm weather for February and spent a lot of time on the covered back deck. The view of the ocean from there was absolutely gorgeous. We enjoyed listening to the waves, watching for dolphins, and did numerous walks on the beach looking for shells. I particularly liked that along the beach there are a fair number of homes and the area is not as heavily developed as other beaches can be. I look forward to a return trip. Thanks Tony and Amy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

MARK B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

We will not stay here again

There are some positives about this property. It is steps away from the beach and a good location on the island. However, prepare to be deceived. It was not clean when we checked in; crumbs on the tables, sand on the floor, a dead cockroach in a corner, filthy baseboards, dust bunnies in corners and along walls of the bedrooms, and an ant problem in the kitchen. It was disgusting and especially surprising in these covid times. We dealt with it by cleaning ourselves and buying some ant bait. But nasty. Also, the pictures make it look like you've got nice privacy. You don't. The main access point to the beach for this building is right next to your deck, so you're always on display. Also, be aware that the listing is actually through evolve so you get to pay both vrbo and evolve fees. If you really want to stay here (and I recommend you look elsewhere), book through evolve instead to save some money. We had a nice visit by were disappointed with the accommodations. For this, we cannot recommend this property and certainly won't stay at it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2021
Hi Mark, it’s disappointing to hear that this house was not the house for you. Our partner sites, including Vrbo, do charge booking platform fees, but we're sorry that caught you off guard. The owners have some feedback about your stay: - we’re glad that you enjoyed the proximity of our house to the beach, as many before you have also loved that. For that reason, they have found that the advantage of proximity outweighs the boardwalk entrance also being close. - The housekeeper was unable to get the previous guests to vacate in time to clean as long as necessary, and we’re so sorry that they didn’t complete their job. I have addressed this and made sure they understand that it should be continued until it is thoroughly cleaned. If you had let us know, we would have sent them back right away to finish and made your stay much more enjoyable. We would love for you to visit us again, since our cleaning crew is always excellent under normal conditions, and we think you would be impressed.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brenda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

HUGE COCKROACHES!

COCKROACHES! Crawling on the furniture and many on the balcony! I typically don’t write bad reviews but people need warning about this condo. I had friends fly in from out of state and the story of our weekend was huge cockroaches instead of a great vacation! I contacted the owner immediately, the following day he sent an exterminator who left a note saying he “didn’t see any bugs”. The owner then ‘Door Dashed’ us a can of Raid. The next day the housekeeper just showed up, wanting to verify we had bugs. She saw them, didn’t clean it, said she would let the owners know. The condo was not clean, sheets were dirty, the trash can had dried food/liquids down the front of it, glasses were dirty with one having lipstick on it. The beach equipment is mainly unusable. They are missing pieces of the chairs and rusted out. The view is beautiful but we weren’t able to sit out there after dark due to the cockroaches. They’re all over the balcony. The beach equipment is kept on the balcony and had cockroaches on the chairs. We slept with the lights on in the condo at night to try and keep them out. This was our experience, choose another condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2023
Hi Brenda, thank you for taking the time to share your review. We greatly appreciate your feedback, and we would like to share some insights from the homeowner: -Since the day we acquired Salty Wave, ensuring an exceptional guest experience has remained our topmost focus. We take immense pride in consistently going above and beyond to deliver this experience. The multitude of 5-star reviews we've received is a testament to this commitment. -We assertively challenge the negative comments regarding housekeeping as well as bug infestation in this review. Our claims are substantiated by the input of our dedicated maintenance personnel, the housekeeper responsible for the condo, and an independent exterminator who conducted an inspection of the property. We stand resolutely behind our reputation as hosts and the impeccable reviews we have received.Our commitment to all our guests is to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests as evidenced in all other reviews.

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