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2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Surf City

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪4 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 area

Surf City

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surf City Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Permuda Island with a stay here. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Riverwalk - 53 min drive - 68.0 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 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.

2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly

Welcome to Clocking Out! We have everything you need to maximize beach time and enjoy all of the amenities Surf City has to offer. The perfect mix of comfort and convenience! PET FRIENDLY and full of charm, this 4BR, 2BA home has plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the ocean air.

Head up to the front porch where you'll enjoy beautiful sunsets and a cool breeze.
As soon as you open the front door, you'll be greeted by an open concept living space, recently updated kitchen, lots of seating and breathtaking views of the ocean. Enjoy your coffee and the sunrise on the back, covered deck, while you listen to the waves crash and watch the dolphins splash in the gorgeous blue ocean.

Sheltered from the sun with additional seating, charcoal grill, corn hole and tons of space make the lower level the perfect place to relax and play after a perfect beach day. The full size washer/dryer are are available for you to use anytime. And you are welcome to use any of the beach gear like skim boards, boogie boards, discs for golf, beach chairs and fishing equipment.

The primary bedroom (queen) has a view of the ocean and a private en-suite with shower. Three guest bedrooms share access to the main bath. The large guest room has a queen size bed. The small bedroom has a twin day bed with twin pull out trundle. The bunk room has four twin beds. And if you need to spread out just a bit more, there is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. The living room and every bedroom have smart TVs and the home has been updated to 800 mbps so internet access and streaming is seamless.

Heading to the beach? You are less than a minute from dipping your toes in the sand! Public access #2 will take you over the dune and onto a beautiful and wide stretch of pristine beach. Enjoy the awesome Surf City waves, wide beach, shore fishing and shell collecting. The house also has a full sized, covered, outdoor shower to rinse off when your beach day is done.

When you're not at the beach, please enjoy the books, board games and puzzles provided. This location is so close to everything! A public playground is two blocks away. The Surf City Pier is a gorgeous beach walk and just two miles away. The home is minutes from the Surf City town center shops. And you will be just a few blocks from local bars, restaurants and the arcade. Don't forget about golfing - there is a local public golf course, disc golf course and mini-golf nearby. SO much to do!

LINENS ARE INCLUDED! Bedding, bath towels, hand towels and wash clothes are provided. Kitchen linens and sponge will be waiting for you, but please remember to bring your own paper products and cleaning supplies.

PET FRIENDLY! Nightly fee includes up to 2 animals.
Check in - 4pm
Check out - 10am
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal 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.
  • 11 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

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:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Anything you can do to help our cleaning team is much appreciated. Thank you for treating our home like your own. Come back again soon!!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee is per night.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

House
Second Row Steps to the Beach Ocean Views
Second Row - Steps to the Beach - Ocean Views Holly Ridge
Second Row Steps to the Beach Ocean Views Extra Spaces for Fun

Frequently asked questions

How close is 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Surf City Beach and 2.6 mi (4-min drive) from Sea Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly to downtown Surf City?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Surf City.

2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, clean, comfortable and well suited for our family visit. Katie was very communicative and made sure everything went smoothly. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and clean. Excellent location and was everything we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Great stay

Well stocked, kid-friendly accommodations and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host was amazing, great communication. The kitchen was stocked with all the things needed The bedrooms were comfortable. The outside was clean and accommodating. Location was convenient to area attractions Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

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

Great Stay!

Excellent property and great location. Would love to stay here again! And pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location, delightful property.

The home was lovely and clean with all the bits and pieces you need for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin H.

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

Great Place to stay at the beach in Surf City

Our family had a wonderful time at "Clocking Out" Perfect location!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

courtney r.

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

Family vacation!!

We had an amazing time! House was beautiful! Perfect spot, with a short walk to the beach! I would highly recommend! And would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin F.

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

Our stay

It was over all a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince D.

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

Great location

Wonderful beach house with nice layout and great location. Walking distance to the beach and quiet district in surf City.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

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

Had an amazing family vacation! Steps from the beach. The house was excellent.

Great location. The owner was amazing and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Wonderful stay!

Great location, clean, and very friendly! Would highly recommend rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean N.

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

Awesome!

Great place! Will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian P.

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

Great place!

Perfect location for us and great size. Master bedroom was very comfortable. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent D.

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

Excellent location, great access to beach

Our family has traveled 11 times to Surf City over the last year. This vacation rental is located in a convenient drive to hampstead or sneads ferry, easy walk to nice beach access, and comfortable accommodations. we highly recommend to families looking for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamryn O.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation Location

We brought a family group of five adults with us for the week to stay. The house was very clean and so easy to access with check in and check out. The walk to the beach was the perfect distance (even more so for a 8 month pregnant lady!) Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Family Beach Trip

Description of house is spot on! Very clean, short distance to beach and has everything at your fingertips you could need for the beach! Perfect... would definitely stay again and refer to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick P.

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

Great beach house

We had a great stay. Easy walk to the beach out the back door. Nice having plenty of beach chairs. Roku TVs in every room was nice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Great house

Everything about this house was great. Was very clean, well organized and well stocked. And the owner was wonderful to deal with. We had a wonderful stay with family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie D.

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

A family visit

This home was clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a quick family visit. We enjoyed our stay here. The owners were very responsive and kind when I had questions. Check in and check out was simple. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Weekend at beach with family

Amazing getaway just pack some clothes everything else is there. very clean great communication from the host. I will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Birthday/ Vacation

Had an amazing stay at this property in Surf City! Property was clean, had an easy check in, fantastic communication with the host and had everything wee needed at the property. Would highly recommend staying here and it was contactless check in so easy and quick as it gets. Plenty of room for a family and being so close to the beach, we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

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

Home away from home

Very comfortable and accommodating!! The host has covered all bases and is a most gracious host! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Great place!!

Host is extremely prompt with communication. Allowed us to check in early! Amazing location and spotless inside. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Review of Clocking Out

A very short walk to the beach and a clean well maintained beach house with all the amenities makes this a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023