Deep Discounts in May Contact Me! Oceanfront,Screen Porch,Free Wi-Fi [#67602] | View Property
Surf City
House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
$1095-$2995/wk
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Super family gathering spot
Super family gathering spot
- Guest Cackalacky
- Date of stay 03/23/13
- Review Submitted 04/01/13
This was our very first VRBO experience, and it was a very nice one! Three generations of our family stayed here together, and we all had a lovely time! Although the weather was unusually cold for this area's Spring, the house location literally just steps from the beach meant that we could enjoy the shoreline often for brief periods throughout the day. So, at Full Timeout, we still were able to have fun playing by the seaside--even with the off-season weather! Small note for the novice house renter like me: you need to bring your own toilet paper & paper towels (which totally makes sense, I just had not anticipated this!) Easy & excellent beach access. Pretty views. Lovely, spacious porch & deck. Spacious kitchen for family cooking. We encountered some small maintenance issues in need of repair, and let the homeowner know. The house was very clean & has strong wifi. Full Timeout is a wonderful family friendly gathering spot, and we enjoyed our stay very much!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
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AWESOME COTTAGE
AWESOME COTTAGE
- Guest AMY M.
- Date of stay 02/28/13
- Review Submitted 03/07/13
BEAUTIFUL!! We drove down from Cincinnati to see my son off for his deployment with the Marines. The pictures do not do this house justice....we had such a great time and Joe was so easy to work with...would love to go back again, hopefully soon! Max's Pizza and Hwy 55 burgers were AWESOME! Great location, close to everything, beach was very clean!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
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Wonderful
Wonderful
- Guest Sandy McCallister
- Date of stay 10/06/12
- Review Submitted 02/04/13
Spent a week in this home with my parents, grandmother, an aunt and a cousin. This was my first time in this house, having spent my previous trips in other houses, but Grandma insisted on this house. And says if she can't get Full Time Out, she would rather not even go. She can't go down to the beach but loves that she can sit on the end of the walk and watch us on the beach. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, and Grandma likes staying at the house instead of going to eat. I was informed last week that our reservations have been made for October 2013! I can't wait, as this is my time away from my children and grandchildren.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Perfect Vacation
Perfect Vacation
- Guest Conn W.
- Date of stay 07/14/12
- Review Submitted 08/21/12
This was our first "real" vacation as a family (We have an 18 month old daughter) and our first time renting a house for a vacation destination. It couldn't have went any better! My best friend from childhood and his family (Their son is 21 months) went with us. Very uncrowded beaches (unexpected for mid-July!) Perfect house for two families. The pictures don't do the house justice. It's much nicer! Awesome large deck with screened in porch. The owner of the home was ALWAYS available to answer questions via phone or email. I can't wait to come back to Topsail Island! House was very clean when we arrived and everything worked perfectly. Thank you Joe for providing us with an outstanding vacation destination!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Wonderful Spring Break Vacation
Wonderful Spring Break Vacation
- Guest MSB
- Date of stay 04/07/12
- Review Submitted 04/17/12
The home was just as described and pictured. It was very comfortable, clean and inviting. The kitchen was well stocked. Beds were comfortable. Loved the proximity to the beach and the porch and deck. Joe, the owner was very pleasant and easy to work with. I am hoping to return for future vacations!!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.
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Under-Rated Paradise
Under-Rated Paradise
- Guest brightside4me
- Date of stay 04/02/12
- Review Submitted 04/06/12
Full Timeout was a last minute excursion for 2 military families. We could not have been happier with the layout of the house. Pictures do not do it justice for how well it's laid out for relaxing the days away. We had early risers in our party and it was so appreciated by the late sleepers how quiet everything in the house is that their sleep wasn't disturbed by movement of others...no slamming doors, sounds don't carry from room to room, etc. We only left the house/beach for essentials at the grocery store, so can't comment on local attractions. I can say that with kids in our house ranging from 8-13 years old, we never heard anyone complain about being bored. Plus we felt completely safe allowing the older kids the freedom to walk the beach unsupervised. Definitely planning our trip back next year!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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What a refreshing holiday!
What a refreshing holiday!
- Guest Lisa
- Date of stay 12/26/11
- Review Submitted 01/06/12
This place was very adequate for our needs. The reports of dolphins are true. We saw about 30 or 40 right off the beach and it was amazing. Because of the time of year and the fact that the property probably is closed up for extended periods of time, there was a musty odor coming from the downstairs area. Would have been irritating if we weren't able to open all windows and if we were staying more than 4 days. Owner very personable and easy to communicate with. Would recommend this place and thinking about making our visits to Surf City a yearly tradition.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
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We love this place
We love this place
- Guest Adam
- Date of stay 12/17/11
- Review Submitted 12/24/11
Comfortable, clean, unpretentious: it's the ideal Topsail house for a small family, a leisurely 1/2 hour walk to the pier @ Surf City but far enough so that you don't feel crowded by the action. Joe, the owner, is easygoing and very responsive.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Amazing!
Amazing!
- Guest Melodie
- Date of stay 09/15/11
- Review Submitted 09/26/11
We couldn't have been happier with choosing this lovely house with its astonishing ocean view and location. We came for just a few days of relaxation with some friends and their small children. The downstairs is great for giving the adults and kids their own space. The bed in the master bedroom is VERY comfortable and the kitchen was well appointed and had everything I needed, I cook A LOT, and I was pleased that I didn't want for anything in the kitchen during our stay. And the beach, don't get me started. Someday, I will own a little slice of heaven on the beach like this home, but until then I plan to return to Full Time Out again and again. Already planning another trip- can't wait to go back!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.
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Awesome week at the Beach!
Awesome week at the Beach!
- Guest Lee
- Date of stay 06/18/11
- Review Submitted 07/05/11
Our 2 families went to the beach for a week in June and it was wonderful. The house is just as described, the beach was wonderful, the dolphins an amazing sight to see. We loved having the upstairs/dowstairs suite for travelling with teens as they could have their own space and a little freedom of their own. We had a couple of problems with things at the house but Joe could not have been any more responsive or taken care of it any quicker. It was SO appreciated! He made sure our stay was everything we wanted it to be and we were so grateful for that. Thanks so much for sharing your home. We will be back!!!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Lee: Glad to see you had a good time. Thanks for understanding about the TV/DVD/Cable box issue. But the good news is we now have 2 brand new 32" HDTV with built in DVD players at the house!
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Close to the Atlantic and Spacious!
Close to the Atlantic and Spacious!
- Guest beach fan
- Date of stay 04/22/11
- Review Submitted 04/26/11
I want to go back next year when I have time! The house was even closer to the ocean than I'd guessed from the photos!!! It was big, clean, and airy, with lots of windows on the 2nd floor. The first floor has 3rd and 4th bedrooms, another full bathroom, and a huge room for games and TV. My favorite features were the screened porch and huge deck, the whole width of the house. Joe was friendly and quick to reply, and the JGS - Jimmy Grubb's Seafood shop just after the bridge was wonderful!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Awesome Location & Views!
Awesome Location & Views!
- Guest Susan
- Date of stay 03/12/11
- Review Submitted 03/19/11
GREAT home. Very nicely decorated and furnished. Clean and well maintained. GREAT location, RIGHT on the beach. You cannot beat this location. Spectacular views. You can see Dolphin's while standing in the livingroom! Joe is a great owner, very helpful and accomodating. You will be VERY HAPPY here!Recommended for: Families with teenagers
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Right on the Beach
Right on the Beach
- Guest H & J
- Date of stay 02/06/11
- Review Submitted 02/09/11
The house was spacious, comfortable, clean and in a great location. There was cable TV and internet access which was an added bonus. The owner was very helpful by email or phone. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives of all ages. FUN house all around! Falling asleep to crashing waves and walking on the beach made our family reunion with our son returning from Afghanistan that much better. We spent most of our time at the house but enjoyed some pizza right down the street. The grocery store was very close. Could not have asked for a better weekend. Will definitely rent this house again.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Wonderful oceanfront cottage on Topsail
Wonderful oceanfront cottage on Topsail
- Guest Louise
- Date of stay 09/03/10
- Review Submitted 09/12/10
It's obvious the care and thought the owners put into their home's renovation. We really enjoyed having a huge screened porch. So many beach houses don't have this feature. Along with the decking, this made for a wonderful outdoor space when we weren't on the beach. The layout is nice for a family, with two bedrooms on the upper level (the master is oceanfront) and two bedrooms on the ground level. The ground level is a great area for kids because it also has a living area with TV and couches. Joe was very proactive and accommodating in arranging our stay. We hope to return again.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
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Super Beach Vacation Rental!
Super Beach Vacation Rental!
- Guest Harry and Diane
- Date of stay 07/31/10
- Review Submitted 08/08/10
Our extended family ages 2-60 stayed at Full Timeout the first week of August and truly enjoyed it! The two floors with an additional living area certainly gave all of us some breathing space. The centrally located cottage is convenient to restaurants, shopping, etc., spacious, well maintained, and very well laid out. Sitting on the spacious porch was so relaxing. The owner was quick to respond to our needs and very easy to work with. We are already planning to rent this same unit next year! Thanks, Joe!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Oceanfront fun
Oceanfront fun
- Guest Sheryl
- Date of stay 06/26/10
- Review Submitted 07/23/10
We love staying here. We have stayed here 4 times and now it is a tradition. This house is so close to everything. We love the screened in porch and listening to the ocean waves. Our kids have a great time playing on the beach and relaxing in the house. You can't get any closer to the beach. The house shows the owner's pride-the inside decor is up to date and well maintained. I only hope your family has as much fun as ours.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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A True Beach Lovers Time Out
A True Beach Lovers Time Out
- Guest Kate12
- Date of stay 07/25/09
- Review Submitted 01/13/11
We loved the three times we stayed at Full Time Out. The house is perfect for a family - with plenty of space to spread out. It is full of light and the combination of screened and non-screened porches offer something for everyone. To spend a week in a house sitting right on the beach is just a little bit of heaven. The property is clean and well maintained without being pretentious - a true beach cottage. I recommended it to my sister who stayed there last summer and she was hooked! When the economy gets better, we will surely come back to our favorite beach house.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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