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Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails

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Private kitchen
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Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Sea Haven Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Kids bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Jack and Jill bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails

Eastern Sails awaits you! This three bedroom, two bathroom townhouse will serve as the perfect home base while you enjoy the best that Topsail has to offer! Your private oceanfront access will have you on the beach in seconds and making memories to last for years to come.

Upon entering the property you’ll be greeted by an entry where you can kick off your shoes and start making yourself at home. Up a short flight of stairs you will find the first of three bedrooms to your left. This bedroom features a queen size bed and LCD Television to help you settle in for the night. From this room you have access to a full bathroom, which also offers a jack and jill access through the hallway.

Continuing down the hall you’ll enter the open living area. The oceanfront living room features plenty of seating for the whole gang to enjoy the oversized TV player. Wireless internet is included to keep you connected while away from home. The ceiling fan will keep you cool and comfortable after heading in from a sunny beach day. A rollaway guest bed is provided for extra bedtime options. The oceanfront deck can be accessed from this room and will have you on the beach in no time with your private walkover access.

The kitchen at Eastern Sails, updated in the Spring of 2019, opens up to the living and dining areas so you won’t miss a minute of the action! Everything you need for mealtime and entertaining is provided. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances will help you get things done in style! Bar seating is located at the counter along with a separate dining table, providing plenty of space for your group.

On the third level of the home you will find the remaining bedrooms and bathroom. At the top of the stairs you will find a bedroom to your left featuring a queen size bed and flat screen television. This cozy room will definitely provide you with a tranquil and relaxing retreat at the end of the day!

Down the hall you’ll find the final bedroom featuring two pyramid bunk beds (twin size beds on top and double size on the bottom). This room provides plenty of space for sleeping and is a great spot for the kids. The oceanfront view can’t be beat! A full bathroom joins the two bedrooms with a jack and jill entrance. All of the bedrooms in Eastern Sails provide ceiling fans for extra added comfort on hot summer days.

Eastern Sails can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. Take advantage of all the best that Topsail has offer while you make memories to last a lifetime. Surfing, swimming, shelling fishing, kayaking on the sprawling beaches offer plenty of activities on the Atlantic Ocean. Venture across the road to the intracoastal waterway and experience the calm sound waters where you can kayak, canoe, jet ski or launch your own boat. Topsail has many boutique shops and restaurants as well as several local companies offering rentals and lessons for a variety of water recreation. There is plenty to discover here on Topsail Island! Visit our world famous turtle hospital and our quaint hometown Missiles and More Museum.

Pets are welcome with a $150 fee. No smoking please.

Complimentary bed linens and bath towels are included. (Does not include linens for rollaway)

Property manager

Jennifer Fox
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Adult dogs only 65lbs under - no puppies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place all linens back into the bins they were delivered in. Do not put pillow, shams, quilts or mattress covers in the bins. They are serviced by a different team than the sheets and towels.
Please return the thermostats to 72 degrees in the summer and 70 in the winter.
Lock all doors and pull all drapes and curtains.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean City Beach, a neighbourhood in North Topsail Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Thurston Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Ashe Island - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Seaview Pier - 10 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Trailer Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Escape at Eastern Sails located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean City Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach and Seaview Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcelene T.

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

Great place to stay

Very beautiful and clean condo favorite part was walking out onto back deck and right out onto the beach thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne J.

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

Perfect Getaway

The perfect getaway for our family vacation. House was clean and the view is unbeatable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

Beach bliss

Fantastic location, superb ocean view, comfortable and spacious accommodations. 3rd year staying here and we love it every year. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Jack

We have stayed at other units in the quadplex before and loved this 1
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

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

Family Friendly and perfect beach access

Stayed here with my family and another family. It was perfect with 2 master suites and a bunk room. The beach is very family friendly and not super crowded. The property was clean, but the kitchen could have been better stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

The Beauty of Topsail

Soft sand and warm ocean waters right at your door! Total bliss! Beautiful, beachy and spacious home with all the comforts and everything you need to just plop and delve into vacation mode. Location is perfect! A wonderfully relaxing and restorative time for both us and our dogs! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Vacation

I was sent the wrong code to get inside the house and then the third day there I was locked out again because the batteries for the door were dying. Both issues were taken care of in a timely matter and Jen is quick to respond. I loved the house and it’s in a great location! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

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

First time to Top Sail

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect and we loved being steps from the beach. So easy to go in and out through the day. The showers outside were great to have. The chairs on the deck were perfect. The house slept all 8 of us comfortably. Our only issue was the cleanliness of the house when we first arrived, but I messaged the host and she responded immediately and sent a cleaning crew out within an hour to make our stay more comfortable. I love that there is no carpet and the leather sofa was comfortable for us to watch tv at night. I would recommend this house and specifically this host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jim C.

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

Great location, disappointingly dirty

The good: Location is great. About 150-200 feet to the water. What wasn’t clear to me is the unit is a middle unit in a quad. Kitchen is small but adequate. Master bed and bath are also small. Two bedrooms on third floor are great for kids. Living/dining room is very large in comparison. Back deck is nice in the evenings after the sun moves past the house. Ample parking for 2 vehicles. The bad: The house was not clean. The owner offered to send the cleaning crew back but we declined. We cleaned the kitchen ourselves. As compensation they offered to cover a dinner out which we also declined. Unfortunately VRBO will not allow photos with reviews but the front of the dishwasher was so dirty you could clearly see a brown handprint on the white cloth after wiping it down. Once we started cleaning in the kitchen we quickly began to see gnats and other small bugs. The gnats were bad enough that when we came in from lunch on our first day with some sweet tea and set the cup down they quickly swarmed the cup. We neded up making gnat traps and during the week we counted over 30 that we killed. There were also bugs in several of the drawers/cabinets and appeared on the counter during the night. All of the food packages we opened had to go into the refrigerator to keep the bugs out, and even though we could have brought food home we chose to dispose of it to prevent bringing bugs back to our house. Other issues we noted: Sand everywhere (normal for a beach house?) like floor, beds, showers Black mildew or mold in shower Food and sand under glass on table Smell in master bedroom Doesn’t appear to have been dusted in a while Several lights out Sliding door tracks are full of dirt Ceiling fans haven’t been touched in a very long time We paid several hundred dollars (cleaning fee, pet fee, property damage insurance) to clean the house and guarantee we wouldn’t burn it to the ground I don’t feel we got the value we expected. Our dogs are small and leave no trace behind. We made more of an effort to clean the house than the cleaning crew. The cleanest thing in the house was the inside of the microwave. Considering the CDC recommendations for COVID-19 cleaning I am really not sure why the house would be so dirty. It was nice to get away but we will not go back to this property. If this has been our first VRBO rental we probably wouldn’t use the service again. We shouldn’t walk into a rental property and have to clean it to feel comfortable.

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

Family Vacation 2022

Great house for our family and dog. Plenty of space, well stocked kitchen. Owner very responsive with questions. The only downside is that it is next to public access to beach. Overall is a great place, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Wonderful place

This place is perfect for families - very clean, updated, spacious, and can walk right on to the beach. Would recommend to any family desiring a true beach vacation. We had such a great time and would consider staying here again next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jill V.

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

Wonderful time

Great time lots of room, perfect for a family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Beautiful

Love the property and location. Hope to come back this fall. Loved the well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

A slice of heaven!

Beautiful, bright and spacious townhome right on the beach. Gorgeous views, convenient location. Pictures and write-up didn't lie. Will definitely rent here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Jason S.

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

Great Location, Condo needs a little more love

The positives: location. The condo is right on the beach. The porch is lovely and there are plastic adirondack chairs to sit on. There felt like plenty of privacy on the porch which was very nice. The owner provided a plastic kiddie pool and beach toys. There is a washer and dryer that work. The kitchen was clean. The counters in the bathrooms look like they are new and the cabinets look nice. The toilets look recently replaced. The couch was old and worn but comfy. The internet worked. Dogs are allowed, which is one of the reasons we chose the place. Also, the owner was very responsive both before and during our stay regarding all questions and concerns. The negatives: Both showers had some black mold. A door handle was falling out of a bedroom door. The carpet, while technically clean, is very worn and stained throughout the upstairs; it really takes away from a clean feel. Several lights in the halls and stairway were not working properly. Some of the older furniture , including the kitchen table, had a layer of grime. A quick power wash or good scrub down would really make a difference. The trash can in the master was rusty and deformed. We could not find a broom to sweep up sand inside the unit. There was a vacuum that worked and we thought it could pick up the sand, but we could not get it to pick up the sand. None of these items make a real negative impression on their own, but collectively it made the place feel unloved. This was a newer rental listing and we just felt like a lot of small details were overlooked. The biggest problem for us were finding roaches and other bugs upstairs and down. We could not leave any food out and saw an unusually high amount of bugs everyday during our stay. We did contact the owner who offered to send someone to replace the light bulbs, remove the broken glass, and spray for bugs. Again, she did respond very quickly. We elected for the light bulb replacement, but passed on the other two. We had a dog and small child with us and simply did not want to deal with the bug treatment. The owner mentioned that the condo was already under a treatment plan and now realized there was still some work to do. We understand that these things can happen, but it did take away from a 5 star experience. This condo does have 5 star potential, but it simply did not reach that stage during our visit.

10/10 Excellent

Tim V.

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

Great beachfront vacation

We arrived at this beachfront home and were blown away by the view of the turquoise water. It was very clean and well appointed. The location on the island is nice and we will be looking forward to returning next season. Jennifer manages her property well and is very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Fox

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I have enjoyed visiting and now living in North Topsail Beach for over 20 years. While Eastern Sails is a new property for me, I have owned and managed my own vacation rentals on the island for approximately the last 10 years. I still have a home in Raleigh but have spent more and more time here at the beach and look forward to welcoming guests to enjoy this little slice of heaven!!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests