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Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views!

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Beach nearby
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Southside Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

On waterfront.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surf City Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi with a stay here. Inis Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Inis Spa - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Southside Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬6 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.

Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views!

"The Black Pearl" is an unforgettable experience with a updated beach/pirate vibe.

- Beach access directly across the street (1 min walk!)
- Unobstructed ocean views with park
- Very kid friendly - games, highchair, booster seat, retractible baby gates, etc.
- 4 bedrooms: three with queen beds, and one bedroom with 2 triple stacked bunkbeds
- Great restaurants within walking distance
- Surf City is low key and without the hustle and bustle of big resorts all around. You won't want to leave!

This house has all the modern luxuries you are used to at home while still maintaining the beach house feel! The living room is spacious yet cozy with an open floor plan to flow into the kitchen for your food and drinks.

Updated in 2021!

We take pride in quality as reflected in our reviews.

Linens and kitchen essentials included.

Skip the lugging around of all your kid amenities.

Just show up ready to vacation! We can't wait to host you.

There is a bar and convenience store just up the street. We have multiple restaurants that are walking distance or a short drive. We have space for 6 cars in the driveway. There is beach access with a ramp directly across the street from our house.

Surf City is known for its family friendly beaches and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy fun water activities such as fishing, boating, surfing, sailing and paddle boarding. Many visitors take joy in our bike friendly streets and public park. Our island also offers fresh local dining and an exciting night life. There is something for everyone to experience while visiting this quaint beach town.

Must be 25+ to book this home.

Property manager

Leisr Stays

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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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! to the airport?

This vacation home is 34 mi (45-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 3 mi (5-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Surf City.

Steps to beach! Modern & family-friendly w/ views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kavita D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and place

Great place for our big family trip. Very baby friendly and very very close to the beach. Great views too, and very responsive management. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach house!

This house has everything you need and the perfect location! We had 12 in our group and everyone had their own space. Plenty of room in the well stocked kitchen and dining area. We loved all the porches and there views. The park across the street was fun for the little ones! Trailer bar was fun and enjoyed the live music! We will definitely book again! I just can't say enough about this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

gavin j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Conveniently located.

The property was conveniently located, it looks like the photos online, however there were a few issues with the place, the bedding were not cleaned, stained sheets looks like pee especially in the kids room and some of the common items mentioned were not stocked for example toilet papers, propane gas for the grill. Basically I would advise checking the house before settling in, the living room furnitures are super cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host

Great stay thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place, good location

We had an enjoyable visit to Surf City and the house was as described. Easy check in, clean, no problems. Nice to have basic necessities already there (paper towels, trash bags, cleaners, etc). We liked the baskets of extras in the bathrooms (toothpaste, deodorant, etc) in case you run out or forgot something. We will stay there again in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea F.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Honestly one of the best family rentals in our experience. Very clean, lots of light, fresh decor, spacious decks, etc. views of the sea and the sound. The upstairs kitchen/living area is very pleasant and comfortable. Grandkids absolutely loved the bunk room, playground across the street, 90 second walk to the beach. We enjoyed using the beach chairs and sand toys too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gabrielle l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway!

Ocean views, playground, quick to get to beach~
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Black Pearl

The house was great. It had everything we needed. The views were amazing and the location was perfect. It was our first time visiting Surf City and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A dream home!

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in this beautiful place. The home was everything it said and more. A great place for multiple reasons. Big enough for our family and a great overall week together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

Beautiful, kid friendly home, great location, and kind host! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landon W., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for the family

Our family including kids and grandparents really enjoyed our stay here. The house is right across the street from a park and with no other houses in between that and the ocean, there are some great views. Loved the outdoor spaces, including the decks and the backyard with the fire pit. It was really helpful to have things like a pack and play, booster seat, and baby gates already there so we didn’t have to take up space in our vehicle to bring all that stuff. Kitchen was well equipped, place was clean. Main living area is on the top floor, which was nice because you always have those great views. Just keep in mind you have to walk up the stairs to get to it. House is in close proximity to the Trailer Bar, which is nice if you want to pop over for a couple drinks. Just keep in mind that they have live music in the evenings that you can hear from the house. Great, great, would absolutely book again, and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023