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OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome!

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with outdoor pool

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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a dining area with a bar and chairs.
A balcony with two lounge chairs and a view of the beach.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a central island.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A coastal property with multiple houses connected by a wooden deck, featuring outdoor seating areas and a volleyball court.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

On the beach.Your stay at this Ocean City Beach vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Surf City Beach and Permuda Island. Also, Sea Haven Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 51 min drive - 42.1 miles
  • Riverwalk - 55 min drive - 43.3 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 57 min drive - 39.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fish Monger's Honest Seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪City Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 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.

OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome!

OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm. NOTE: Expedia/Vrbo uses AI and Google maps to make changes, noting you must drive to the a public access beach. That is incorrect. The Pearl by the Sea is ON the beach!

Easy Walkway right to the beach and toes in the sand. Walkway goes from first floor and ramp (from the ground)! So quite easy for your fishing gear, grandma or kids wagon, w/ only a few steps down to the beachside. Volleyball and (small) Mini Putt-Putt course in backyard and fun for all

Thanks for looking at Pearl by the Sea at North Topsail Beach which is one of two UNIQUE properties. The Pearl is in the community of the VILLAGE OF STUMP SOUND, S. Permuda Wynd in North Topsail Beach, NC. The Pearl and the Flip Flop Inn (vrbo 181444) sit side-by-side. They are on a private street in the Village of Stump Sound in North Topsail Beach and together they are called North Topsail Oceanfront Rentals.

The community pool is just down the street and only a 3-4 minute walk by street or beach. The sound side of our community is right across the street, is a great place to enjoy a walk, ride your bike or play tennis. You can also play pickle ball. Come and enjoy!! Many times emails are slow to come through this Expedia site (the owner of Vrbo). Although, always happy to hear from travelers and answer any questions, before booking.

Rentals are weekly only w/ checkin/checkout... SATURDAY TO SATURDAY during warm months. Weeks can have some flexibility outside of warmer months, although is weekly. All rates include cleaning and linens. Pearl by the Sea is located in a premier development at the end of the cul-de-sac. I am sure you will love The Pearl by the Sea.

All bedrooms on the first floor (1) King, (1) Queen and bunk bedroom w/ 2 sets of bunkbeds) have access to oceanside deck and wonderful views. Main floor (2nd) has Queen bedroom, fully stocked kitchen, great room and dining area with ocean views and occasional dolphin citings. Baby Crib/High chair available for little one. Flatscreen TV's in great room and most bedrooms.

Elevator goes from Ground floor to 1st and 2nd floors. It does not go to 3rd floor. 3rd floor has a King bedroom w/ private deck. Yes..we have wireless internet!

Dogs are welcome. If you plan to bring a dog, please tell me about your dog. Also....remember to include your dog in your inquiry or reservation as there is a pet fee.

FOR MORE AREA PICTURES...check out our Flip Flop Inn which sits to the left of the Pearl! Any questions...please ask. There is only one "Pearl by the Sea" in the Village of Stump Sound in North Topsail Beach. The Pearl and our other home, the Flip Flop Inn (vrbo 181444) SHARE the volleyball court and putt-putt in the back yard. Always fun to watch the young and old enjoy and being ff their electronics for awhile!
Susan Carey Frank

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Any form of smoking outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Reservation requires a signed contract, copy of DL and refundable sec. deposit
Once booked, rental contract will be sent and must be returned promptly.
Vrbo is now collecting NC taxes. 1st payment includes taxes plus the vrbo service fee for the Pearl by the Sea.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 Pet considered--ask me. 2nd pet w/ add'l fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Plenty of sand toys available!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Any form of smoking outside only

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

5 bdrm Elevator Pool Tennis Dogs Considered
5 bdrm w/ NEW RAMP WALKWAY! Elevator Pool Tennis Dog considered
5 bdrm w/ beach steps away! Elevator Pool Tennis Dog considered

Frequently asked questions

How close is OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.6 mi (50-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! to the beach?

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

Does OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! to downtown North Topsail Beach?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi away from North Topsail Beach.

OCEANFRONT 5-bdrm Elevator Pool/Tennis Volleyball/Putt-Putt Dog Welcome! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

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

Great Vacation Home

Nice home with great and easy beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! This place has it all. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation and access to the beach. The house had everything we needed and more Love the well thought out details of accommodations for kids and adults. This was our second year renting looking forward to more
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy L.

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

Great Stay!

Awesome location and awesome House. Nothing but great things to say!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was everything we wanted and needed! It is right on the beach and at the end of the road so you truly feel secluded. The beach was beautiful and not very busy for our spring break. The house was also perfect for our family. The elevator worked great for those who struggle with stairs. All the bedrooms had great space, a nice bed, and beautiful beach decor. Plenty of fridge space, beach chairs, kitchenware, oh and the best space was the 3 different decks you can enjoy ocean views from. We had an awesome time and you will too!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Great getaway

Property is exceptionally clean and well maintained. Perfect for my family great accommodations for my elderly parents my 1 year old grandson and my dog
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Vacation

Nice house friendly home owner
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

What a fabulous place!

The Pearl will not disappoint! The location is perfect-oceanfront, beautiful yard, close to amenities. It has the best well-stocked kitchen I have ever seen!! Our family loved the decor, the large kitchen table for meals and puzzles, the elevator for hauling up suitcases/groceries, and the kid toys and games. Wonderful!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Nice

Second stay at the Pearl was excellent. Susan stays on top of everything and delivers as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Weekly Wonderful

Our family enjoyed the peace and quiet. It was a wonderful week and we enjoyed the property. The owners provided anything you could imagine and obviously care about about the property and renters. I would recommend this property over and over.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret and John G.

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

“The Pearl by the Sea” was a Pearl!

We just finish an adult only family reunion at Topsail and “The Pearl”. Beautiful home with bright, beach colors and all the amenities of your own home! Especially liked the the elevator, walk way to the beach and the ice machine downstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Great property, super vacation

There is no downside to this property. The property owners are attentive and helpful. The house is beautifully furnished. The best part is the wide front porch off of the kitchen living area where we spent many hours enjoying the view and letting the little ones play. We hope to return next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenilee M.

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

Wonderful week at the Pearl

We had an amazing stay at the Pearl. It was a very last minute booking (other host canceled last minute, putting us in quite a predicament) and Susan was very responsive and helpful. Our group of 8 had plenty of room. The kids absolutely loved the amenities, including volleyball court, pool, etc. My family loves to cook, and the kitchen was incredibly well stocked. They’ve thought of everything. The owners were amazing to deal with, and I would highly recommend this property for your next vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Pearl by the Sea is perfectly named. What a gem of a property! This spacious home is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with a beautiful ocean-front view, well-appointed bedrooms/baths, a kitchen that is a fully stocked with everything you could possibly imagine. The decks and walkways to the beach are well designed for easy access. The volleyball court and putt putt are so much fun! Add in Tommy Bahama beach chairs, boogie boards sitting in the outside cubbies, kid toys, and crib, what else do you need for a wonderful vacay!!?? This owner (Susan) thought of every detail to make guests feel like they’re not home away from home. She was incredible at communicating throughout the rental process. We will definitely be renting this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

One of the nicest properties we’ve ever stayed in!

This house was so fabulous that I don’t know where to start. The home owners clearly take a lot of pride in this property. It is very clean and the kitchen is well-equipped (we like to cook) and even has an ice machine. There’s so much attention to detail - from beachy wall sconces and murals in the ceramic floor tile to a dolphin shaped handle on the foot wash station. Super convenient walkway straight onto the beach plus gorgeous balconies to sit and sip wine and enjoy the ocean from (the gate on the deck was crucial in keeping the grandkids contained!) Definitely recommend this wonderful house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Great for Large Group

Our family had a great time (except for Hurricane Debbie) staying at the Pearl. Susan is easy to communicate with and helped with all our needs prior to our visit and during the visit. Read the reviews before going because the house has so much to offer! If you are tight on space, leave your chairs at home and use the Tommy Bahama chairs that are at the house! There is a second fridge and an ice machine!! So helpful if you are like us and make all your meals for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

November getaway

We’ve stayed at many houses on Topsail and this was the best. It is hard to find an ocean front house that takes dogs and has an elevator , but this one has it all. The house is stocked with beach gear, nice kitchen equipment, bath and beach towels, fans, sheets, ice machine and extra fridge. It’s in a good location in the center of the island. It has an elevator and is dog friendly. The kids loved the volleyball court and mini golf course. Lots of yard space for the pups. There’s also a community pool.Susan was great-very communicative and conscientious. This is an A house!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

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

Marvelous home on the beach!

The Pearl has it all - privacy, cleanliness, comfort, convenience, amenities, and most of all close proximity to the most wonderful stretch of private beach area. Our group of 6 adults and 3 children had plenty of room to gather at meal time or scatter for privacy. The kitchen is fully stocked for the days when you want to bbq or cook in. And everyone enjoyed their most comfortable beds. Our favorite thing to do was sit on the porch and simply watch the ocean waves, sunrise/sunset, feel the breeze and breathe in the fresh air, so relaxing. Check-in and check-out was a breeze. And you'll not find a better owner than Bob and Susan Frank. They both went over and above to make our adult autistic son at home so that he could enjoy his time away. In fact, he stated that he always wants to vacation in one of Ms. Susan's homes! Thanks for sharing your beautiful beach home with us, we are very grateful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne M.

Stay away!

The owner double booked our vacation week, leaving three families with 5 children stranded at 4:00 on check-in day. We had to find our own house at the last minute 1 hour away. While the rental agreement states that if the renter breaks the contract, the owner keeps the full deposit - Susan Frank, the owner, BROKE THE CONTRACT and offered one third of that amount if we would trust her to rent to us in 2017. Seriously? We were given a code that wouldn't work and then watched another couple move in. This person is not trustworthy of representing VRBO.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Property manager

Responsive host. As advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

haze t.

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

Gorgeous accommodation!

This is our family's second visit to the Pearl and we were excited to return to such a beautiful house. The ocean views are incredible and you can get your toes wet in about 3 minutes door to water. The house is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The volleyball court and outdoor areas are a great way to way to keep your crew busy in the evenings with games and hanging outside. The living room and eat in kitchen was a great way start the day with our family with some having coffee on the porch and others lounging for lazy cartoon watching. We willost certainly return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Billie L.

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

Perfect house

We had a wonderful time. The house had everything we needed for the perfect stay. We would definitely love to stay again. Sadly it was already booked for next year but I can understand why
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE A.

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

The Pearl is a GEM!

Our visit to Pearl by the Sea was amazing! The location, cleanliness, and overall house is wonderful! Also, the owner, Susan was fabulous and communication was great. We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandi G.

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

Such a great place to escape

Susan thought of everything to make our experience beyond memorable. Me, my mom and dogs definitely want to return. The views from all the various decks and sounds of the ocean waves really help put you at ease. The house was very well stocked and very clean! I would 100% return again and hope to do so in the near future. Thanks again for everything Susan!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

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

The Pearl of the Sea was an absolute dream. Our family had a wonderful time on the beach.

The Pearl had everything and more for our family. From kitchen supplies to beach chairs there is nothing that we needed. The rooms were perfect, comfortable beds and the volleyball court was perfect. The fact that the dogs could be on the beach with us made it even better. Thank you Susan for all of your advice and being so kind. You have a beautiful home and we appreciate you sharing it with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

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