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Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea

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A covered deck with purple Adirondack chairs and a view of the ocean.
A wooden gate with a sign that reads "Leave The Sand At The Beach, Take A Minute To Wash Your Feet!"
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a large window overlooking a balcony.
A coastal residential area with houses featuring balconies and waterfront views.
A coastal residential area with houses along the beach, a clear sky, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea

Welcome to Prelude to Paradise, your home away from home with an amazing view! This cozy 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single family home is ready to welcome your family for a relaxing getaway at an affordable price. Enjoy all of the comforts of home along with the perks of paradise that Topsail Island has to offer.

As you first arrive you are greeted by a large driveway with both covered and uncovered spaces for up to 4 cars. Take the stairs on the side of the property up to the 1st floor and use your keyless access code to get your vacation started. On the 1st floor of this reverse floor plan property, you will find all three bedrooms, and both full baths. The first room as you come down the hall offers two twin beds and access to the first-floor-covered ocean-side deck. Next door to this bedroom, centrally located, is a full shared bathroom with a shower tub combo and vanity sink. The second bedroom on the ocean side of the property offers a queen-sized bed, and a flat-screen TV, and also has access to the covered ocean-side deck. Sit out and enjoy the sea breeze in the afternoons when you need a break from fun in the sun. The final bedroom is the Master Suite complete with a King bed, Flat-screen TV, and a private bath with shower tub combo and vanity sink. A full-sized washer and dryer are conveniently located in the hall for guest use.

Head upstairs where you are greeted by a flood of natural light coming from the windows that surround the top floor. Directly ahead you will find the full kitchen complete with all major appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and all of your basic cooking needs. Whip up tasty meals for the whole family so you don't have to fight the crowds at the local restaurants during the summer season. The dining room table offers seating for 6 and there are an additional 2 bar stools at the Kitchen Island. Be sure to wash up before dinner in the conveniently located half bath that sits just off the kitchen. When you have had your fill, kick back and relax in the living room where there are large comfortable couches so the whole family can gather together after a long day on the beach. Enjoy your favorite shows and movies on the Flat-Screen TV with Cable service. Step out onto the top-floor deck and let the view take you away to Paradise, as the peek-a-boo ocean views greet you from every angle. Sit out with a cup of coffee in the morning and watch the Island come to life.

When it's time to get your toes in the sand, head across the street to the beach access that is about 3 houses down from this property. A large enclosed outdoor shower is available at the bottom of the entry stairs so you can rinse away the sand before heading back inside.

This cozy beach bungalow is waiting to be your family's next vacation destination! Have more than 6 people? Lewis Realty also manages the home next door, By The Sea, so you can all still vacation together and have extra space to spread out during your stay.

With all the comforts of home, and beach access nearby, what's not to love? Book your stay at Prelude to Paradise today!

➤Sorry, but NO PETS are allowed at this property.

➤No Smoking is allowed inside the property or on its decks.

➤Please refer to our Rentals FAQ page for useful information about our rentals!

➤Linens (Sheets and Towels) ARE Included with Lewis Realty reservations!

A Full house linen package will include Sheets for all advertised beds, 1 towel set per occupancy, bathmats for each full bath, and a set of Kitchen Towels with a sponge.

See our Available Rental Items page for a complete list of rentable items to add to your reservation!

➤Use the “Get My Quote” Menu to view pricing and minimum stay requirements throughout the year.

➤No pesky Security Deposits! All reservations will be required to have an Accidental Damage Protection Waiver. The cost of this waiver is included in the listed required reservation fees.

➤This property offers PointCentral Keyless Access for a speedy check-in. Check-in instructions will be emailed to the reservation holder.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9798621
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is near the beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 64.2 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 66.0 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Permuda Island and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

6.0
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was as described with a beautiful view even from the 2nd row! Of note…the beach access is close, but it is large set of stairs in order to get to the beach. The other beach access is further away, but easier to tote large items, such as coolers and wagons since it has a walkway onto the beach. The washing machine is a little finicky, but worked well with practice! 😉. Would recommend new mattresses (pretty lumpy!). We had some issues with the steps when we first arrived, but it was taken care of quickly and efficiently by management. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Rooms weren’t as big as they looked on site. Cheep appliances , toasters was falling apart , torn carpet, Stains .in carpet, they lounge chairs on decks were to short to see the Ocean didn’t car for them at all . Way too many stairs for us .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
We are sorry to hear that the property was not the right fit for your group. The home, including the room sizes, layout, number of stairs, furnishings, and outdoor spaces, is represented in the listing photos and description as accurately as possible. We understand that things can sometimes feel different in person, but the property itself is as advertised. We were not made aware of any issue with the toaster during your stay. Had it been reported, we would have been happy to bring a replacement. The carpets were professionally cleaned prior to the rental season; however, after a full summer of guest use, some staining can unfortunately occur. We have not recently received a report regarding stained carpet, but we will certainly inspect and address anything that needs attention. We are also sorry that the deck chairs were lower than you preferred and that the number of stairs was difficult for your group. None of these concerns were reported to our office during your stay, so we unfortunately were not given the opportunity to address them. While we understand that every property will not be the perfect fit for every guest, we are disappointed to receive a one-star rating based largely on features of the home that are shown in the listing and concerns that were never brought to our attention during the stay.

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