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The Turtle's Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly

Beachfront cottage near Surf City Beach

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A covered outdoor area with lounge chairs and a view of the beach.
A modern kitchen with marble countertops, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view.
A wooden staircase leading to a sandy beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A beachfront property with a covered patio, wooden deck, and a staircase leading to the beach.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Inis Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

On the beach.With a stay at this Surf City cottage, you'll be steps from Inis Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery. Escape Spa and Surf City Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Inis Spa - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬9 min walk

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 Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly

The Turtle’s Nest Cottage | Oceanfront Retreat in the Heart of Surf City

Step into a storybook escape at The Turtle’s Nest Cottage — an enchanting, oceanfront retreat nestled right in the heart of Surf City. Reminiscent of something out of a fairytale, this cozy coastal cottage feels like stepping back in time, but with all the comforts of a modern beach getaway.

Fully renovated with bright beach-style furnishings, the main cottage features two inviting bedrooms, a cozy living area, and a breezy, coastal vibe throughout. Just steps away, a separate apartment above the garage offers an additional private bedroom, perfect for guests, in-laws, or a little extra privacy.

Outside, a wraparound porch with a hot tub overlooking the ocean invites you to soak up the coastal atmosphere. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or a romantic night under the stars, this space is pure magic.

Dog lovers, rejoice! The Turtle’s Nest is proudly dog-friendly (2 pups max, please) and includes a completely fenced-in backyard — a rare find for an oceanfront property, and perfect for letting your furry friends roam safely while you relax.

Located just walking distance to Surf City's shops, restaurants, and the iconic pier, The Turtle’s Nest Cottage is more than just a beach house — it’s a one-of-a-kind experience that captures the heart of coastal living.

✨ Highlights:

Oceanfront location with direct beach access

2 bedrooms in the main cottage + 1-bedroom apartment over the garage

Fully renovated with charming beach décor

Wraparound porch with hot tub and stunning ocean views

Dog friendly (2 dogs max) with fully fenced-in backyard

Walk to Surf City Pier, shops, restaurants & entertainment

A rare and unforgettable coastal retreat

Whether you're here for a romantic escape, a family getaway, or just a change of pace, The Turtle’s Nest Cottage offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and convenience.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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: There is a $100 non-fundable pet policy for 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether 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. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

This cottage is 34.2 mi (46-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

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

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

Does The Turtle's Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

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

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Turtle's Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Turtle's Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

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

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Surf City.

The Turtle's Nest- Oceanfront Cottage - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gorgeous cottage in great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time! Everything we needed was there at the house. The location is perfect and the cottage was perfect for all our needs giving the adults and the kids their own spaces. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierce B.

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

Great Location!

This is the third property we’ve stayed in at Surf City and it’s a wonderfully planned property with the plants and the fencing. Loved the location to restaurants. Only thing that could have made it better was a king sized bed like we are used to at home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! Great layout, a lot of thought was put into making it a great experience. Adorable, tastefully decorated, bed is VERY comfortable, loved the kitchen and watching movies in living room, very clean! The dogs loved it! Plenty of outdoor seating and nooks to read, nice, covered porches, and great lighting in living room/dining for reading, crafting, and games (I typically bring a lamp – didn’t have to use). One of the few places I’ve stayed that has a place to store groceries (empty pantry). The owner has 2 other properties I’d like to check out – but, I definitely want to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janna F.

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

4th at Topsail

Loved the house and location. The apartment was great for our kids and we loved being able to bring our puppy. Sharon was very helpful and reponded to our request quickly. Wonderful house and week at Topsail. I would recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

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

Perfect Week

Beautiful property, in a great location. I’ve stayed on Topsail many times and this was the first time being so close to the “center”. So many things to walk to from this house. And plenty of room for everybody when we wanted to be home cooling off. Hosts were super responsive to any needs/questions. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We celebrated my wife's 50th birthday here with our JRT and it was outstanding. The coziness yet ample space of the property were perfect for the 3 of us. The views of the ocean were amazing, the property is close enough to listen to the crashing waves throughout the night, and the beach access was great! Great natural light with water views throughout house. Plenty of seating inside and on the back deck and there's a small fenced in area for quick dog potty breaks. Door lock is digital which always made in/out quick; front pathway is double-door-gated so safety for dog was a plus; and the lush garden-lined pathway provided a tropical feel. Property is close to restaurants to walk and pick up takeout as well as quick drive to traffic circle to get to Publix. We'd love to return to this property and would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Surf City Fun

House was just as advertised! It is a cozy cottage that is clean and stylish! Lots of outdoor space and easy walking to shops and restaurants. Loved the special decoration touches and uncluttered storage spaces! We also were impressed with the fenced in yard which was perfect for our toddler and dogs. I do have to agree with another review that the mattresses were not comfortable. Maybe too new and hard? Only other suggestion is a few pots with lids and a 9 x 13 Pyrex for those who like to cook in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

Liked: Check-in
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025