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Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Upper Deck Patio
The Views
Front of House
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Floor 1

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach!

Welcome to Sunset Bay, a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage that blends tranquility and convenience for the perfect North Topsail Beach vacation. As you arrive, you'll instantly feel at home in this serene location, where quiet evenings and stunning views of the bay await. Whether you're here for a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, Sunset Bay Cottage will be your ideal home base.

For those who love to cook and dine outdoors, the gas grill is the perfect addition to your vacation experience. Whether you’re grilling up a delicious meal or just enjoying a glass of wine, the deck is the ideal spot to take in the surrounding views of the sound and marshlands. After dinner, stroll down the path to the water's edge, where you can watch birds diving for fish or try your hand at fishing yourself. And of course, don’t miss the magical sunset – it's a perfect way to end each day at Sunset Bay.

Sunset Bay Cottage combines a traditional, cozy feel with all the modern amenities you need. The recently renovated kitchen features elegant granite countertops and is fully equipped for all your cooking needs. The open-concept living area is perfect for spending quality time with family and friends, while the three comfortable bedrooms provide a restful retreat after a full day of outdoor fun.

For those with an electric car, we've got you covered! Enjoy the convenience of an EV charger, so you can keep your vehicle powered up while you enjoy all the local sights.

Whether you're here to relax, explore, or create lasting memories with loved ones, this coastal retreat has everything you need to make your vacation unforgettable. Come, unwind, and make Sunset Bay your home away from home!

Please note: For security purposes, there is an exterior camera underneath the home facing the street.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Property # 1026550

About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Ocean City Beach, a neighborhood in North Topsail Beach. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 43 min drive - 60.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 57 min drive - 61.8 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 59 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Pot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish Monger's Honest Seafood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Bay | Sound Views + Walk to the Beach! located?

Located in Ocean City Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. Ashe Island and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, lovely sound views. Backporch is my heaven. Wildlife, birdsong and water. This sweet cottage has everything a family needs to make memories.
Morning coffee and evening wine. This view was all I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Perfect location

Comfortable house with thoughtful updates. Gorgeous sunset view of the sound on a quiet street.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Fun time!

We enjoyed our time and spend most of the time with our toes between the sand!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dewie A.

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

Always love Top sail

House was wonderful. We Loved the location and beautiful sunsets and sound view. Appreciated the beach chairs and other beach items. I would highly recommend the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaac G.

Great Time

Short walk to the beach, not too far from other activities,but it is also pretty private. Since it is all the way at the end of the street, you only have one real neighbor. Great place to stay though.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maeve S.

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

Relaxing!

The home was cozy and just what we needed. The view was stunning and we enjoyed many sunsets. Only downside was after a long drive we were about 30 minutes early to check in, after calling the property management and waiting on hold they said it would be $100 to get in 15 mins early at that point which is ridiculous, so we were stuck waiting in the heat of the afternoon on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher B.

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

Beautiful place.

Beautiful views. Beds were a little harder than we like. Fully stocked with everything we needed. Older place that could use some work and updates, but it was functional. Not much room to fish, but caught a couple red fish. Quiet neighborhood. Overall we had a nice visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Bryce B.

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

Great Location, Crappy Property Management

Great location and clean condition. I loved being in the sound and so close to the beach! You can harvest oysters and mussels in the sound to enjoy for dinner in the winter months. Well equiped kitchen except for oyster shucking knife.Only one roach in 13 days so they seem to have helped resolved the complaint of the previous renter.The tissue boxes were low and curtain rod broke. They gave us a replacement curtain rod, but absolutely refused to bring another tissue box saying they only provide that kind of thing in the first 24 hrs. If that is true they should have told us that and asked if we needed anything. Crappy policy that made me feel nickel and dimed, particularly for someone staying paying 13 days.Clean up policies at the end were reasonable. Overall, decent place and would give 3.5 stars if that were an option. Service/value for the price was lacking.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrin S.

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

Great beach AND sound access!

Loved the ability to walk across the street to There beach and still enjoy the lovely sound. This was everything we had hoped for in a beach vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Awesome location!

Great location! 2 minute, easy walk to a very uncrowded, sandy beach. There is sound access from the back yard for kayaking or SUP. The house is accurately described in the listing. Quiet neighborhood. The lower area is very nice including an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Sit on the back deck in the evening and watch the Sunset over the bay. The front deck was nice to relax on in the later afternoon when you could get some shade. The house itself is small, but met our needs. Not super modern, but we spent our time at the beach, not hanging out in the house. House was clean and bedrooms were functional. Bathroom was nice and clean as well. The kitchen is functional with plenty of dishware and utensils. It is small and there is a table in the kitchen that makes the kitchen even smaller. The property management company is really good. Excellent communication and the check-in, check-out process was a breeze. Needed a propane refill and they took care of it extremely fast. There are only 2 things that would make this rental even nicer. 1) an outdoor table and chairs for the deck to eat meals at. 2) a small dock or platform at the end of the path to the bay to help launch kayaks from. It's a bit of a challenge, but is doable. This is a great rental and we would rent again! Family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Snug house--short walk to beach though must cross highway

Very nice house--has more beach amenities than listed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil and Terri S.

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

Wonderful vacation at Sunset Bay!

We would have given a five-star rating on everything except the dishwasher was partially empty and we had to wash the dishes and silverware due to previous guest putting away dirty? The rest of the cottage was immaculate. We enjoyed the sunsets on the back deck overlooking the sound! And it is just a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Quaint, Quiet Stay close to everything

This is a great little cottage close to the beach with a stunning view of the ICW. Our family enjoyed the serenity and the accommodations which was perfect. We will stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

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

What a view!

Sunsets were spectacular every night. Quiet neighborhood. Kayak launch in the backyard. Easy 4 minute walk to a lovely beach. Owners kindly supplied beach wagon, chairs etc. A perfect place for an easygoing getaway. Just wish they had a cutting board!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

This property was exactly like it was advertised! Perfect.

The property was clean and fit our needs perfectly. The location was very close to the beach and the owner loaned us their beach wagon which was just right for loading up our beach chairs, umbrella and toys for the children. The yard was great for them to play in. It was one of our favorite vacations! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donald Y.

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

Great vacation experience

The house was extremely clean, had excellent amenities and was in a great location. Exactly as advertised!

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

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