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Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking

Surf City vacation home with kitchen

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A wooden deck with two white chairs facing a beach.
A two-story house with a garage, a front door, and a small porch.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with a clear blue sky.
A wooden cabin interior with a sofa, a television, a ceiling fan, and a dining area.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach through large windows.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms101 sq m

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
    ā€Ŗ4 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Thomas Tackle and Seafood
    ā€Ŗ9 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ā€Ŗ19 min walkā€¬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ā€Ŗ48 min driveā€¬

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About the area

Surf City

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Surf City vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Surf City Pier - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖSurf City Smash - ā€¬5 min drive
  • ā€ŖSalty Turtle Beer Company - ā€¬5 min drive
  • ā€ŖCowfin Bar And Grill - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖCape Fear Seafood Company - ā€¬4 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.

Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking

New in our program, this home as many great reviews from past guests!

Enjoy effortless private beach access from this cozy cottage, with an oceanfront porch directly on the dune. Drink your morning coffee alfresco and watch the sun rise over the ocean. Step straight off the porch into the sand and take a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the shade of the porch while you watch dolphins jump and ospreys hunt for their lunch. Have an afternoon swim and pop back inside for a slice of watermelon and an ice-cold drink. Sharpen your surf fishing and shell spotting skills. The world is your oyster!

This original 1950s cottage was built when the island was first developed and is still owned by the same family. It features four bedrooms upstairs, a small bathroom with a shower, and an extra half bath. The huge dining table has room for meals as well as puzzles and board games. The washer are dryer are located in the garage on the ground floor. There is NO interior connection from the upper to lower level of the property. The laundry area is accessed by a set of exterior stairs.

NOTE: The house previously had a bedroom and bathroom available on the ground floor which is no longer accessible. Some reviews refer to this previously accessible area.

The house is conveniently located just one mile south of the bridge and town center. This is a relatively quiet stretch of beach, away from public beach accesses and busy rental houses.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,086 square feet

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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children allowed

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 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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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.

Property is also known as

1007534

Frequently asked questions

How close is Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.2 mi (44-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 5.9 mi (10-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Surf City.

Original Surf City dog-friendly cottage steps from ocean with plenty of parking Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very quaint place to stay. Pictures were a bit deceiving - specifically for the second ā€œbathroom/toiletā€. Overall it was fine for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great beach view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place, but I would not recommend it for more than 5 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Wanda L.

The location is perfect

The location was perfect. Walk out the door, you're on the beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dale M.

Good beachfront choice

Right on the beach with a covered veranda!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

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

Family spring break

We enjoyed our spring break! Lovely place! Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Beach Vacation

Great location, beach right off the deck, had everything we needed.. thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Steps to the sea!

Simple house with a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

EST Mothers Day ever!

Very relaxing, exactly what we needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location

Excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

William S.

Great week

The location was great we had to fight the ants but we reported it and they responded very quickly and said they would work on resolving the issue.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Great Location

This home is dated but allowed us to bring our pups and the location is great! Not close to public beach access which allows for less crowding and stepping off the deck onto the beach is wonderful! With the sunrise and the waves crashing we'd definitely come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Oceanfront family and pet friendly cottage

We loved the retro cabin vibe and the expansive front covered ocean facing porch. Lots of birds and extensive dune shrubs and grasses. Lovely cozy, sturdy home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellis T.

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

nice

on the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

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

Easy walk to the beach!

My family and our two older dogs had a great time here in this little old beach bungalow! It was five steps to get to the beach so it was so easy to take your stuff out there and run back in if you need to. Was great for our one dog who has leg issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Betty F.

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

Good

Overall good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

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

Men's Fishing Trip

Great property, lots of space for 9 men 2 teens,our church men's Fishing Trip was great... We will be back... Caught some fish too.....
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brenda D.

Nice but read the fine print

Access to the beach was outstanding! Down the steps and you are at the water. Between public access so walk down and put your chairs right at the water. Even on the 4th of July.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House, Great Location

Overall, we had a nice, good stay. The house being located right at the Dunes was a big plus. Stepping off the deck onto the Beach was Great, very convenient. The Kitchen was adequately furnished. The Furniture was comfortable and plenty of seating. The management responded quickly to our plumbing issue. I would recommend the House for vacation rental. It is not high-end but that's fine, it is priced very fairly. The Beds are comfortable as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Cute beach home with a beautiful beach front view. šŸ˜ Very happy the kitchen was stocked with most everything we needed to cook through the week. Short distance from shops if you wanted to walk. Just be aware the master bed and bath are in the downstairs completely separate from the main house. No access except from outside. Not ideal if you are using it and traveling with young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hilary H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
This house has an ant problem in the kitchen and bathroom. Took over a day for maintenance to come out and spray. Ant problem persisted. Sent photos to Vacasa. Only response was "thanks." Ant problem never went away during entire trip.Furniture is outdated and worn. Flooring is dates. Only shower is rusting out. No kitchen counter top space to meal prep. Steps leading to the house are rotting and loose.Masterbed has no closed. Was "converted to 1/2 bath. Not really feasible to close door and use toilet.Positive - it is on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

katrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful oceanfront setting & view

House was good. Loved bk porch w oceanfront Clean hm & porch!! Beautiful living room furniture!!! Update your website re nice furniture Problems: did not like shower head, canā€™t adjust , too dark!! Living room, half bath light out! Canā€™t open windows to hear, feel ocean breeze, ants in kitchen & increasing. For most part loved our stay & especially thank you for allowing us to bring our fur baby. Agency was slow on getting info to me ā€¦.had to calll agency& agency sent wrong door code x3.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Caley S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs major updating

Canā€™t open windows because they would fall out. Ants infested our trash can in 1 night. The upstairs shower is tiny and leaks water very bad. The downstairs bathroom is bigger and nicer but in a terrible spot. The downstairs is in the garage. Has a terrible odor. Dead frog smooshed in the door jam. Blinds had never been dusted. If you can over look all that then you can stay here. The back porch was nice and it was 5 stairs to the sand. That was the only nice thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Brian M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great Location, But........

Great location directly on the beach. That was the best aspect of the property. But, and there's always a "but," the house seemed very outdated and disgustingly filthy. The interior and furnishings were old. Looks like no renovations have been done in years. We were so grateful that we were able to bring our dogs that week, but it appeared that the carpets had not been cleaned in ages. There were very many spots on all of the carpets, and we assumed they were from dogs peeing on them. It would probably be more sanitary to rip the carpets out and replace them with linoleum. There is no way that the house was cleaned before arrival. Me, my wife, and our guests spent nearly an hour cleaning the bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas. I know this is going to sound gross, but the 1/2 bath in the large bedroom looked as though someone took a huge bowel movement and feces was sprayed all around the toilet bowl. The other full bath's toilet was also appalling. My wife put on rubber gloves and cleaned the underside of the bowl with a rag, and it was completely black. In the living room behind one of the cabinets we found a dog toy along with crumbs, dirt, and dust that had been there for quite some time. I could go on in regard to other items that needed cleaning/attention, but it'd take too long. In VACASA's defense, they did reimburse me for the cleaning fee. It's just sad that you drive nearly 8 hours and come into a property that wasn't cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashlyn P.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025