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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaview Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

On the beach.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of North Topsail Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Seaview Pier with a stay here. Surf City Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and North Shore Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seaview Pier - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Surf City Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 33 min drive - 29.5 miles
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 39.1 miles

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Spiaggia Ristobar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Pepper - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cancun Mexican - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.

Welcome to the Northern Exposure! Beautiful top floor beachfront condo with views of the North end of Topsail Island from the bedroom, kitchen and balcony (very few units have views from every room). Wake to a spectacular ocean sunrise from your bedroom window and then sip your coffee on your private balcony watching the dolphins swim by as the fishing boats head out to sea

Provided are: Free parking and Free WiFi! New Roku large flat screen TV, DVD Player, queen size sleeper sofa in living room. Stove, refrigerator and dishwasher in the well-appointed kitchen. Queen size bed and new Roku TV in bedroom. Set of bunk beds in hallway. Two bar height Adirondack chairs and table on balcony. Everything you need to make this your perfect getaway vacation spot.

Weekly (7 night) rentals only during beach season (Apr-Sept). Check in and out is only available on Saturday during this time. Off season rentals require a minimum 3 night stay but have flexible check in/out days. PLEASE NOTE that all bookings will now INCLUDE complete sets of linens and bath towels for your stay (this was the most requested amenity and we are happy to now be able to provide it). We also now have keyless entry (no more keeping track of keys).

Please check out the photos: This isn't simply near the beach or have a view of the beach, you are literally on the beach. The North end of the island isn't crowded even at peak season and provides you plenty of space to enjoy a quiet and relaxing stay.

SPECIAL NOTES FOR TRAVELERS:

Sandbags are in front of all Buildings in North Topsail and the beach directly in front of the building may not be accessible during high tide. There is always beach access and availability that is easy to get to by using the public beach access to the left of building 1 (our building) which is just a short walk away (please see photo).

Please take note that this is a 3rd floor condo with no elevator. While the 3rd floor provides breathtaking views, guests who may have difficulty ascending stairs with luggage, groceries, etc. should take this into consideration.

If you have any questions or concerns, PLEASE inquire. We want to make certain that you have a wonderful stay at the Northern Exposure.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Rules

Please leave condo as you find it. Please do not re-arrange furnishings.

Porch rails are not to be used as clotheslines for towels and clothing. Do not store items by the front door. Such actions can result in fines.

The condo association has a strict "NO PET" policy for rentals. Violating this policy could result in you being asked to leave and deposit forfeited.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ocean View Condo

Northern Exposure

Beautiful Oceanfront Condo

The Northern Exposure - A Beautiful Oceanfront Condo Condo

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. to the airport?

This condo is 37.2 mi (53-min drive) away from the Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. to the beach?

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

Does The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. to downtown North Topsail Beach?

This condo is 5.3 mi away from North Topsail Beach.

The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 73 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dana S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We never stuck foot in the condo. I was upfront when I rented it about us just needing a place to stay just to go to Camp Lejeune to spend time with our son. It was way further than what was put in the description. We lost that money and got something closer. There were no close restaurants, the parking lot was terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

karen g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location right on the beach. Great hosts. No issues!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Dylan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This condo was such a cute and comfy stay! Loved the decor! Owner was great! Communication was on point and all instructions were clear! And the view from the balcony was amazing!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were only able to squeeze out 3 days, but they were amazing. Sea spray in your face from the balcony. Dolphins with your morning coffee and the sound of the waves to wash the stress away. Perfect for a couple.
Mornings so not dissapoint.
High tide gave way to a new game...Splash Stairs. Have a seat and enjoy! It's Brisk!
Morning coffee wont be the same....
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the view from the balcony! Close to beach access!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Travis S.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the perfect beach getaway for our family of 4. The condo was clean and located in a quiet peaceful part of TopSail. There can not be a better view of the ocean from the balcony! It was HEAVEN.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was absolutely amazing. The condo felt like a home away from home. Everything was perfect! We loved staying and would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We had a great time, the condo was clean, communication was fantastic, would highly recommend staying here. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

S H.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northern Exposure

The condo is very nice. It's located on the end so the views are great.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

20 year anniversary

Was a very nice place looking forward to staying again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visit with my Marine

We absolutely love it here. Great, friendly communication with the owner. Everything as described. Loved finding shells in the beach. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leslie Smith H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sandbag Beach

The property owner failed to disclose the severity of the “sandbags” on the beach. The 10 feet by 4 feet bags surround the entire unit and are stacked 10 bags high. You can walk over sandbags during low tide to get to a narrow beach area adjacent to the property. During high tide, you must walk on street to get to the beach. The back of the building is inaccessible during high tide. Asthetically unappealing to say the least; a total bummer, and very inconvenient, and unsafe. It’s very sad what’s happened to this area- full disclosure and pictures should be posted with the listing - Saying there are sandbags on the beach is a gross understatement. False advertising to say the least.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely location, not ideal stay

The view from the property is excellent and really right on the water. The beach is highly eroded and it is not possible to access the beach from the condo during mid to high tide (as stated in the listing). The appliances are quite dated which made cooking food during the tropical storm challenging. We spent several days dealing with a leaking ceiling and very high humidity in the condo. Lack of amenities was frustrating for this price point— no soap, trash bags, toilet paper to even get you started . Communication with host was good and we appreciated the updates on the storm and potential for flooding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Topsail

Nice, a little smaller than anticipated, but cozy. Not much storage space. Bedroom and kitchen windows need sun blocking curtains. View was good. Not much beach at high tide. Overall, it was fine. Host were helpful with information and the rental process was easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sonnie p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!

This is my second summer staying here. I love it! Waking up to witness the sunrise is my favorite part of the day. The kitchen is nicely stocked and the linen service is incredibly convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

View

Great time of the year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The view was amazing! Weather was perfect! Other than having to go up and down 3 flights of stairs everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Week

My husband and I had a great week of relaxing on the beach. This condo was plenty of room for the two of us. The host was in contact with me from the time I booked it, giving me a lot of helpful information. The keyless entry was great, not having to remember a key every time we went out. The place was clean and provided everything we needed. Outstanding views from the balcony, we were up two different days to see the sun rise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Fairfax Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Views and location

Location and the views are amazing. Communication with the host is spontaneous and was very helpful. We stayed during Hurricane Idalia and the host kept us updated with weather as well as potential flooding power outages. It is a 3rd floor condo so you have great views but also there is no elevator. The condo is tastefully decorated and clean. Condo is directly on the beach and close.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views and nice host!

The views from the balcony are absolutely stunning as you get to watch the sunrise every morning right from the balcony or the full-length kitchen window. Lisa is very responsive to messages and genuinely believes in guests having a comfortable and great experience at her place. We made wonderful memories as a family during our visit. Will definitely stay again if we get the chance!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

seth h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Getaway

Exactly as described and pictured! Easy access to a great part of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023