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Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!

Surf City vacation home in Island Oaks area

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms1792 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Island Oaks vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surf City Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 48 min drive - 40.6 miles
  • Riverwalk - 52 min drive - 41.8 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 37.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,792 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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.
  • Note from host: Children allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.2 mi (50-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 7.2 mi (13-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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.

Is there free parking at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Surf City.

Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

We had a great week at sunset

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary E K.

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Bonnie M.

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard P K.

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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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.

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