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Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Surf City

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A beach with a wooden pier extending into the sea, a clear sky, and a logo in the bottom left corner.
A wooden deck with a railing, overlooking a residential area during sunset.
Exterior
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with wicker chairs.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a black oven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Seaside stay .Stay at this Surf City vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surf City Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Permuda Island. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 39.9 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 41.1 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 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.

Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun

Welcome to Back to the GypSea, our laid-back Surf City beach home with a little retro soul, lots of personality and plenty of space for families, friends and four-legged sidekicks.

Our 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sleeps up to 7 and was thoughtfully designed to make beach vacations comfortable, easy and—most importantly—fun.

SLEEP + RELAX
The spacious primary suite features a plush king bed, private en-suite bath with double vanities and tub/shower, Smart TV and plenty of storage. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed, Smart TV and a fun retro-coastal feel.

Then there’s the room everyone remembers—our VW Bus Surf Room! Two twin beds are built into a one-of-a-kind VW bus bunk, creating a fun hideaway for kids…and the big kids who never quite grew up! A Pack ‘n Play is also available. All bedrooms have ceiling fans and sound machines.

Traveling with a 7th guest? A comfortable memory foam roll away bed is available with advance notice.

PACK IT IN, SEND IT UP
One of our favorite conveniences is the outdoor service elevator for luggage, groceries and beach gear. After a Long Beach day—or one look at that overpacked suitcase—you may decide it’s your favorite amenity too!

A KITCHEN THAT ACTUALLY LIKES COOKS
Our kitchen is stocked for guests who really cook. You’ll find cookware, bakeware, serving pieces, spices and basic condiments, plus a Crock-Pot, air fryer, blender, toaster, pizza stone, Keurig and traditional coffee maker.

Rather let someone else do the cooking? Great local restaurants, live music and entertainment are conveniently nearby.

THE GypSEA BACKYARD
Downstairs is where vacation mode really kicks in. Grab a cold drink, claim the hammock and settle into our casual island-style hang out area. Challenge the crew to Giant Jenga, ring toss, Yardzee, checkers or bocce—or do absolutely nothing. We fully support that too.

One of our favorite Back to the GypSEA traditions is the collection of quirky treasures our guests have left behind—signs, license plates, shell creations and other beachy mementos. Guests are welcome to add something of their own and become a little part of the GypSEA story.

After the beach, rise off the sand in our outdoor “wash house” before heading upstairs.

BEACH + WATER DAYS
We’re close to Surf City Beach Access #1, which offers step-free access onto the sand. At the end of our street, you can also access the Intracoastal Waterway for launching kayaks and paddleboards.

THE LITTLE THINGS
We provide pillows, blankets, bed coverlets and starter household essentials. Bed linens and bath towels are not included, but we’re happy to connect you with a convenient local linen rental service if you’d rather leave yours at home.

Most of all, we want Back to the GypSEA to feel like more than another vacation rental. We hope it becomes your beach place—the one where memories are made, everybody unwinds, and leaving has you already dreaming about coming back.

Come as you are. Leave a little saltier!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet 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"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We’re happy to accommodate a second dog for additional $150 non-refundable pet fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.5 mi (46-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 2.5 mi (4-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Surf City.

Back to the GypSEA- Beach- Pup Friendly- Retro Fun Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an awesome property! Exceptionally clean! would highly recommend staying here. Our favorite room was the Volkswagen bedroom, it was a fun room, made you feel like a kid!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing. Michelle has thought of everything. It is comfortable and so beautiful. The hang out shed is amazing and my kids loved it. You can tell how much this property means to them and how important guest experience is to them. We had an issue with the refrigerator the first day and Michelle went above and beyond to ensure it did not impact our stay. We could not have been happier with our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really nice property, very close to the beach. The only negative is that linens and towels weren’t provided which was a huge pain. Yes, there is a linen service available for an additional fee, but who wants to deal that and pay extra? A resort property should automatically provide these items. Otherwise, it was a lovely property and we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026