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The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!

Vacation home near Surf City Beach in Topsail Beach

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A wooden deck with white railings overlooking a beach with houses.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a striped armchair.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outside through a glass door.
A rectangular swimming pool with a wooden deck in the foreground, a metal railing, and a view of the sea and greenery in the background.
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtle Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Topsail Beach

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Topsail Beach vacation home, you'll find Surf City Beach and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Also, Missiles and More Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Thomas Tackle and Seafood is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Missiles and More Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 58 min drive - 45.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Camino Real - ‬28 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 Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!

Construction Notice: Shared private beach access for the community will be temporarily unavailable due to construction beginning at the end of May and expected to be completed by the end of June. During this time, guests may use nearby public beach access points, Davis Ave or Haywood Ave. Thank you for your understanding while this work is underway.

Escape to The Shell Collector in Topsail Beach, NC! This charming vacation rental sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms spanning 2 floors. With 2 living rooms, a full kitchen, and a dining area, there's ample space to unwind and dine together. Step outside to the back patio, where a deck and cozy gazebo await for soaking up the sun or sipping coffee with ocean breezes.

The primary bedroom boasts a king bed, spacious layout, and a double vanity bathroom with balcony access offering stunning beach views. The second bedroom features a queen bed, while the third bedroom offers a set of twin bunk beds, perfect for kids or additional guests.

Enjoy breathtaking beach views from the upper balcony, complete with plenty of seating for relaxation. Covered parking, a gas grill, and an outdoor shower add convenience and comfort to your stay. Challenge friends or family to a game of ping pong or take a dip in the community pool for added enjoyment.

Conveniently located just steps from the beach, you can easily spend your days lounging on the sand or exploring the coastal charm of Topsail Beach. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, The Shell Collector offers the perfect coastal retreat for your next vacation getaway.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 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

  • No pets allowed

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
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 smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1689

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.3 mi (54-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 10.9 mi (20-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! to downtown Topsail Beach?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Topsail Beach.

The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kris M.

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

Great location!

House is in a great location! As a whole, house was a good fit for our family. There were a few items around the house that need to be addressed. Guest relations were very communicative and responded immediately to questions or concerns. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin S.

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

A Week in Paradise

We had a great experience staying at The Shell Collector! I grew up on Topsail Island and was back in town with my family for my sister’s wedding. It was such a special trip, and this home made the perfect home base for us.The location was ideal—right near the park (a huge plus with little kids!) and just a quick, easy walk to the beach. We didn’t spend a ton of time at the house since we were busy with wedding festivities and family time, but it was comfortable and had everything we needed. We especially appreciated the baby gate—it’s always such a relief when vacation rentals think about the little ones.Our only wish was that we could have checked in a little earlier. Arriving just a couple hours before the scheduled check-in time would have cost several hundred dollars, which felt a bit steep. Still, overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

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