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A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Surf City

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Terrace/patio
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach nearby
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1560 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

City center stay.Your stay at this Surf City vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inis Spa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬15 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC

Ocean Views | Elevator | Surf City, NC | Dog Friendly!

Welcome to "A Shore Thing" in Surf City, NC on Topsail Island

This vacation rental features beautiful ocean views, dog friendly, an elevator, and 2 public beach accesses diagonally across! "A Shore Thing" will become your go-to vacation home for years to come! Located on North Shore Dr in Surf City, NC. This 4 bedroom 3 bathroom vacation rental property is only a short walk or even quicker drive to tons of restaurants, shops and entertainment in Surf City, NC!

Pets: 2 dogs max, 60 lbs combined weight limit, $150 pet fee per dog

Property Details:
• Sleeps: 8
• Bed Sizes: 1 King + 2 Queen + 1 Bunkbed (twin/twin)
• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
• Parking: Up to 5-6 Vehicles
• Pets: 2 dogs max | Combined weight limit of 60lbs. | $150 pet fee, per dog

Featuring ocean views from 2 spacious ocean front facing decks. You can watch the sun rise with a cup of coffee, look for dolphins from the deck, or enjoy an unforgettable ocean view dinner with your friends & family.

A Shore Thing will make you feel at home, away from home. The 1st floor is home to 3 bedrooms. Including: The master bedroom with private ensuite bathroom, 1 queen-size bedroom and the twin/twin bunkbed room. There is also a full size bathroom and washer & dryer. 

Upstairs you will find the 2nd queen size bedroom, 1 full bathroom, a fully stocked kitchen, the dining area and the living room. 

Featured Amenities:
• Elevator Access from the Carport to Top Level
• Outdoor Enclosed Hot & Cold Shower
• Spacious Ocean View Decks
• Smart TV's in all Bedrooms & Living Room
• All Bed & Bath Linens Included!
• Pets: 2 dogs max, 60 lbs combined weight limit, $150 pet fee per dog

Family Area/Living Room:
• The 2nd floor features a bright and open, fully stocked kitchen. The kitchen opens up to the family style dining area and a spacious living room. The kitchen features a coffee maker, ideal for those peaceful mornings on the ocean view deck. 
• The living room has plenty of seating, including a large, comfy sectional couch.
• Adjacent to the kitchen sits a full bathroom and a queen size bedroom.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms:

Downstairs (1st Floor):
• King Master: Features a pillowtop King size mattress, a smart TV, and a private en-suite bathroom.
• Queen Bedroom: A smart TV, and a back deck facing the soundside.
• Twin/Twin Bunkbed Bedroom: 2 twin beds, a smart TV, and a back deck facing the soundside.
• Full Size Bathroom: The full-size guest bathroom sits between the 2 bedrooms and is accessible for all guests.

Upstairs (2nd Floor):
• Queen Bedroom: A smart TV, and a back deck facing the soundside.
• Full Size Bathroom: Located directly across from the bedroom, accessible for all guests. 

Pets:
• 2 dogs max, 60 lbs combined weight limit, $150 pet fee per dog

Door Codes:
• Personalized door codes will be sent the morning of check-in through text & email - please make sure you have updated/correct contact information upon booking.

Early Check-in/Late Check-Out:
• Please contact us at least 48 hours in advance during the busy season (Memorial Day - Labor Day) We can let you know if early check in or late check out will be available. If we can accommodate your request, we will be happy to! bonus: we do not charge extra!

Bed & Bath Linens:
• Bed and Bath linens are all provided (beach towels are not included)!
• Upon arrival you will find clean bed & bath linens in a linen bag at the property.
** For an additional fee beds can be made, please contact our office to schedule this extra service at least a week before arrival.   

Booking Details:
• Arrival & Departure: Check-In: 3 PM | Check-Out: 10 AM
• Door Codes: Door access codes will be sent the morning of check-in through email & text message

Complimentary items below are provided as a convenience for when you first arrive. (Additional supplies will be the responsibility of the guest):
• 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom
• 1 trash bag per trash can
• 1 roll of paper towels in the kitchen
• A small "starter set" of dish soap, sponge, laundry pod and dishwasher tab.

Area Guide:
• There are tons of restaurants in Surf City such as Shaka Taco, JM's Seafood and Daddy Mac's on the beach just to name a few plus dining options in North and South Topsail, Hampstead, Holly Ridge and Snead's Ferry.
• If you still have the energy for some nighttime entertainment there are local beach bars, breweries, a wine bar, sports bars and several have live music all year round.
• One of our favorite things to do with friends/family that come to visit here is hire a chartered fishing trip and rent jet-skis or bicycles/electric bikes!

Family Fun Close By:
• Surf City Surf School has amazing surf instructors and your kids will love it! Make sure to check out the summer programs available for kids at Island Ecological Adventures & Touch Tank Aquarium! Take a stroll around Soundside Park, or choose from the other multiple parks in the area and outdoor recreation spots for kids and adults alike with local golf courses and mini golf!
• Inside the home when you arrive, there is a full list of fun places to go, eat and play around Topsail Island and surrounding areas!• You can also check out our "Area Guide" on our website to find a full list of things to do, upcoming events and more!

After Booking:
• We will send confirmation with your guest log-in and Vacation Rental Contract to the email address provided. Please check your spam/junk email and let us know right away if you did not receive an email to your regular inbox. This way we can ensure that you receive all important information regarding your vacation before your arrival, including door codes and final payment reminders!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,560 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

3200-277487

Frequently asked questions

How close is A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC to the airport?

This vacation home is 33 mi (46-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 4.2 mi (7-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Surf City.

A Shore Thing | Dog Friendly | Ocean Views | Surf City, NC Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

James K., Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025