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Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo

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On the beach
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Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaview Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

On the beach.At this North Topsail Beach condo, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of North Topsail Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Seaview Pier. Surf City Beach and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seaview Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Surf City Beach - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 31 min drive - 28.6 miles
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 44 min drive - 38.3 miles

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arrr Pirate Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Splash By The Sea - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cancun Mexican - ‬11 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.

Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo

Let your worries wash away with the tides and feel your heart soar at the Pelican Pad. It's the best of both worlds--a 3rd floor unit with a gorgeous ocean view PLUS the only building at Topsail Dunes with an elevator to save your backs as you load in and out! This is a privately owned and managed unit, and we live just down the road, so you will have VIP status leading up to and during your stay! The Pelican Pad is our only rental property and future retirement home, so we love it just as much as you will! This one-bed (queen), one-bath condo is recently updated, top-to-bottom. The Pelican Pad is perfect for a romantic getaway or small family adventure! Have a couple kiddos? The unit also features twin bunk beds. The interior is lovely, but you'll probably want to spend most of your time taking in the gorgeous view on the patio, stocked with a table and chairs. You'll be greeted with a welcome basket plus a coffee station as well as some cold water bottles in the fridge. The restroom will be stocked with a few emergency items. You are certainly welcome to bring your own linens, but emergency back-up linens can be found in the bedroom closet. Renters will receive a link to a website managed by the owners with recommended restaurants, shopping, and activities! The unit is just steps from a private salt water pool and direct beach access. Look under the bunk beds to find a beach cart, beach chairs, and some beach toys! On the sound side of the building, you can find a well-kept communal area with covered picnic tables, playground equipment, horsheshoes, lawn bowling, and basketball. Enjoy some fun in the sun year-round, and visit every year to make it a beloved Topsail Island tradition! Just one hour from historic Wilmington, NC, if you are looking for a fun day trip, but you're probably not going to want to leave the Pelican Pad for long. : )

Property amenities: Beach access w/outdoor shower, private swimming pool, outdoor picnic and play area, private parking lot
Unit amenities: HVAC, wifi, 2 TVs, DVD player with some DVDs, hair dryer, cable, books and games, linens (for queen, bunks, & sofa), towels (bath, kitchen, & beach), washer/dryer, refridgerator/freezer, microwave, stove/oven, toaster oven, traditional toaster, blender, slow cooker, basic kitchen/dining supplies, basic soaps, TP & paper towels, beach toys, first aid kit, emergency sunscreen & bug spray, welcome basket with snacks & bottles of water, coffee/tea station

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • 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

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave keys, pool wristbands, and parking hangtags in the unit. Lock the door and pull it shut behind you.
Put all dirty linens in the bathtub.
Optional but would be lovely: Wash and put away dishes, use available broom and dustpan to remove excess sand from unit.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Be mindful of your downstairs neighbors. Please refrain from breakdance battles, tapping, clogging, stomping, pogo sticking, aggressive hopping. : )
Be mindful of your patio neighbors. No smoking or vaping, even on the patio. Use your library voices on the patio after 9pm, per our HOA.
Do your best to minimize bringing sand into the unit by using the outdoor showers, etc. No sandy towels or garments in the washing machine, please.

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo to the airport?

This condo is 36.3 mi (50-min drive) away from the Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo to the beach?

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

Does Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo to downtown North Topsail Beach?

This condo is 4.5 mi away from North Topsail Beach.

Fun in the Sun on Topsail Island at the Pelican Pad: A cozy oceanfront condo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second trip to the pelican pad and it was just as good as the first trip last November. It’s a small unit with 1 queen bed then 2 bunk beds recessed in the hallway. As this was a trip for just my wife and I it was more than enough room. Upon arriving the first thing you notice is a welcome amenities basket with water and various small snacks. The kitchen has all the basic things you need to cook a meal if you decide to. The balcony has a great view of the ocean and allows you to see a sunrise if you get up that early on a vacation. Communicating with the owner Davonna was quick and painless both during the booking process and during our stay. Would definitely recommend Pelican Pad if you’re looking for a beach stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was great. All was as expected. Place was clean and welcoming. More than everything you would need for a wonderful beach stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magean W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in a beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark C., MAIDEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet. Easy check in and check.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki _.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect access to the beach and pool, with beautiful views of the ocean. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Excellent location and the beach was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Buffy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay and the unit was super cute and cozy. The elevator only worked about half the time we were there and that would be the only negative I would mention, and that is not the fault of the owner of the unit we stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stop

Was a nice place to stay minus the thunder and fire alarm…lol. Would gladly stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and clean

My family and I had a great time here this summer. It had everything we needed and then some! The only thing was that the bedroom always seemed to be warmer than the rest of the place, even at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view and location

We enjoyed our stay! It had a nice view and sound of the ocean. We could not get the Wifi to work while we were at the condo. Everything else was as described.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation

Really impressed with the property in the location and the cleanliness and the friendliness and just a five star experience
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

We had an amazing stay at this location. The property was perfect for our family. It had wonderful views, and the beach access was so nice. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haroun I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Value

This was a nice, cozy condo in a community on the beach for a reasonable price. Perfect for two people. There are two bunk beds in the hallway for kids but I think it would begin being a little tight with more than that. Communication with the host was great and we were able to immediately enter the condo with not complicated check-in. A/C wasn't working (luckily not much of an issue as it was fairly temperate) but host responded immediately saying someone would come out. Unfortunately, the first time we needed the A/C was the day before we left so the repair wouldn't have helped us. Only nit-pick is the internet: the community uses a common guest internet that you have to click into (like when you're in a hotel) and it disconnects you automatically every several hours. A real pain. Plus, we brought a Roku so we could watch our streaming channels but couldn't get it connected (no ability to click the browser page required for access to the Internet.)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

From initial booking throughout the stay communication was excellent. We were informed prior to check in that the AC wasn’t working but had already scheduled repairs. The AC was repaired prior to our arrival and we were notified of same. Upon entering the unit there was a small welcome basket containing small snacks. The unit was great for my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary.the ocean view was beautiful great to wake up and have coffee on in the mornings. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for young families

This was such an excellent location and a perfect property for a family of 4 with two young boys. Clean and perfectly described. Appreciated the awesome porch and kitchen. Made traveling so easy. We found plenty of sharks teeth too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet

We had a great experience with this trip. It was our son's 8th birthday and he wanted to spend the weekend at the beach! This property is walking distance to the beach and we were able to see the ocean from our balcony. Room was clean. Very quiet area. Easy check in process. Davonna even gave us excellent restaurant recommendations. Baked pizza and Cancun's are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

I loved this cute condo! Great location right off the ocean. Had everything I needed in the condo. I have already shared this with friends and family, can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everette, Burlington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the immediate area there are just places t stay which we liked. There are plenty of places to visit and eat about 12 miles away. We loved this place. Easy access to the beach and great view from the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host has gone above and beyond with making this place feel like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachfront spot!

We loved everything about this condo! Everything was clean and as described in the listing. Davonna was great to communicate with and had everything very well organized.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Great location, easy access to beach and pool. Owner had a few beach items we could use that was very handy. Owner has several nice touches/ameninties around the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Pelican pad

Great location, wished it had been a little cleaner. We had to do some dusting of ceiling fans and the refrigerator was kinda gross inside. We love staying in the Dunes. Owner was easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot

Great find. Wonderful location, close to the beach and lovely views from the porch. Space was neat and included all the expected amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024