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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and stainless steel appliances.
A coastal residential area with beachfront properties featuring balconies, wooden walkways, and beach chairs.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a fireplace, and modern furniture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 195000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

On the beach.Stay at this Surf City vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surf City Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Southside Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Inis Spa - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 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.

The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly

The Turtle’s Palace | Luxury 9BR Oceanfront Oasis w/ Pool, Rooftop Hot Tub & Private Beach Access

Welcome to The Turtle’s Palace, Surf City’s newest and most luxurious oceanfront retreat. Thoughtfully designed and custom-built to deliver an unforgettable experience, this stunning 9-bedroom, 9 full-bath, and 3 half-bath home is the ultimate beach getaway for large families, corporate retreats, or special gatherings.

This palatial coastal estate offers breathtaking ocean views, unmatched amenities, and a layout engineered for comfort, style, and seamless entertaining.

🌴 Property Highlights:

9 spacious bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bathroom and 4K SMART TV

Top-of-the-line memory foam mattresses in every room

Heated pool (optional for an additional fee) on the second floor deck

Rooftop hot tub, fire pit, and lounge with sunset views

Outdoor bar and grill area with landscaped lounge space

Private beach access just steps from your door

Custom chef’s kitchen with oversized island, generous cabinetry, and ocean views

Open-concept third floor with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening to a large oceanfront deck

Elevator access to all levels for added convenience

Washer/dryer, ice machine, high-speed WiFi, and more!

🛏 Layout Overview:

Third Floor: Main living area with kitchen, dining room, oceanfront deck, 3 bedrooms including a luxury master suite, and a powder room

Second Floor: 6 additional bedrooms, including a second master suite—all with queen beds and private bathrooms

Rooftop: Relax in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit, or unwind in the polywood seating lounge with incredible panoramic views

Whether you're hosting a family reunion, planning a corporate retreat, or simply gathering loved ones for a luxury beach vacation, The Turtle’s Palace provides the space, sophistication, and scenery to make it truly unforgettable.

📍Located in the heart of Surf City, you're close to local dining, shopping, and attractions — all while enjoying the privacy of your own beachfront estate.

Important Notes:
✔️ Must be 25+ years old to rent the property
✔️ Weddings & events: Please inquire for approval and guidelines prior to booking
✔️ Pool heating available for an additional fee

Book your stay at The Turtle’s Palace today and experience Surf City luxury at its finest — where beach dreams meet real life.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 5,000 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
  • Note from host: Dogs Only. Non-refundable pet fee of $150.00

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 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 and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.3 mi (48-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Surf City.

The Turtle's Palace- Oceanfront - Pool - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home on the beach is absolutely amazing! The layout is perfect for a big group and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Amazing property

This is the nicest house we have ever stayed in. The views are great and so is the host
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the spaces in the house—clean and spectacu
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaye D.

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

Cousin’sweekend

House was amazing and wonder location. Would definitely like to come back agIn
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Much Needed Weekend Away

What a beautiful weekend! We absolutely loved this house. The kitchen was our favorite place to gather with that gorgeous view of the ocean. The hot tub on the rooftop was perfect to relax under the stars at night. We would all love to visit this home again. What a peaceful retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Kathy

Wonderful house and location! Plenty of room! Would like to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house we have rented in our 25 years of visiting Topsail. Great place for our entire family, especially the grandkids. Bathrooms for each bedroom worked out great . Pool was a big hit. Location was perfect. Everyone said we can’t go anywhere else when we return. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Amazing house

Absolutely beautiful house, each bedroom had an amazing bathroom and kitchen is a chef’s dream. Well equipped with beautiful dishes, a huge island that seats 12 people, and top of the line designer appliances. Lots of great outside deck spaces for relaxing, amazing hot tub, and great access to a wonderful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S C.

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

Will return!

Thrilled to stay in this truly awesome house where everyone had their own bed and bath, fantastic views all over, incredible top floor sunroom. Enjoyed the beach, hot tub, fire place and a Walton sized family kitchen island. Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

25th Anniversary

The house is amazing!! No matter where you wander, you can find some privacy. A few steps out onto the beach. You have a great view of the sunrise. The decor was a beautiful upgrade of a beach theme and that was nice of you don’t like the typical beach theme. Nice and quiet area. There is so much room for your family dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nan C.

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

June 2025

Great place to stay plenty of room everywhere. Only problem was in listing one bedroom reports one twin one bunk and queen that bedroom just has queen. That cause a little problem on arrival, but we bought two cots for two teens. Called rental company couple of times and they were very responsive. House was great and pool just enough to get wet in and cool off. Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

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

Even better than expected!

We have been coming to Surf City for the past three years ( since our son joined the Marines) and each year the places we’ve rented have been too small and not like what was represented. This wasn’t the case this time! We were so very pleased with the location, roominesses of the house, and the very responsive owners. We would pick this place every time if it’s available!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

Five Stars All Around!

I rented this house to celebrate my birthday and brought 9 of my best friends for a long weekend. The house is exactly as it appears online- and even better! The fact that every bedroom has an en suite bathroom to the AMAZING kitchen to the rooftop space to the beautiful interior decorations made this the best place we have rented over the years. We already booked it for next year! Thanks Sharon for being a dream to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is right on the beach which is wonderful! Also, everyone has their own bedroom and bathroom! The hallway me is great for big families, there were 18 of us.This could easily be a 5 star property. The problems were: lack of curtains or blackout blinds on several of the bedrooms, which made it hard to sleep. There were 3 bedrooms with a door without any covering, so not private. This is an easy fix. The air conditioner had problems, but was fixed as soon as possible. The stove had a large crack on the top, but still worked. That being said, we would go back if those few things were addressed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Paradise Found

We had a fantastic family vacation at Turtle Palace in Surf City. There were 12 of us with room for more. It was quiet and relaxing with beautiful views, especially from the top floor deck which we named Club Turtle Palace, complete with fire pit, hot tub, and 360 degree views of the island, sound, and ocean. Perfect for watching sunsets. This house is beautifully and comfortably decorated. Clean. The kitchen is well equipped. The beach is steps away. Some beach town shopping and eateries are also a short walk or bike ride away. Very convenient. My grandson wandered into a sea turtle hatching event but the turtles weren't quite ready to make their debut. And, we tried to visit the turtle rehabilitation center but tickets were sold out. Plan ahead if you want to see the turtles. The property management staff was quick to respond.Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice rental. Great location right on the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026

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