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Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach

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Exterior
Sunset views over the Intracoastal waterway
Washer/dryer
Dry entrance stairs, outdoor shower with hot and cold water
Close beach access 100 yards from house (no public parking or condos here)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81150 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Thomas Tackle and Seafood
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

bunk room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

upstairs

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach

This home backs up onto the IC waterway and is about 100 yards from beach access. New bathrooms and floors in 2020! New interior paint in early 2022, new exterior paint in 2025 and new dishwasher and refrigerator in October 2022!

There is a king in the master, a twin bed with double in guest room, and a queen bed in third bedroom. Pullout queen sleeper sectional sofa in living room.

Two bedrooms each with own full bath (lower level) and half bath next to third bedroom (upstairs). Huge screened porch with views of both the ocean and the waterway.

Outdoor shower with both hot and cold water.

Driveway holds 3 cars comfortably but can squeeze 4-5 cars.

Short and easy walk across street (about 100 yards) to beach access #25 (no public parking and no condos on this part of the beach so not crowded).

🌀We highly recommend travel insurance, especially June - October, which is hurricane season. We aren’t able to refund based on weather. Look closely at the policy you purchase. Not all cover natural disasters
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
Check out before 11:00 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

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 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

About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Traveling with kids? Consider Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Inis Spa - 6 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach?

As of Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach on Apr 26, 2026 start from $195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Dream - sunset view, short walk to beach located?

This family-friendly Surf City vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Southside Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely maintained home! We loved the view of the inter-coastal from the deck, nice and quiet, very peaceful! Highly recommended for a beach stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

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

Great Stay!

easy to check in and super cute house close to beach access!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time at this beach house! Even with one rainy day, we had so much fun with the games provided. The beds were super comfortable, and the views of the sound were beautiful. The walk to the beach was short and lovely. A perfect spot for a relaxing getaway — we’d love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Great beach house!

This place was great for my family of five. Each person had their own bed and there are two showers with four sinks so that everyone could clean up quickly before going out at night. It was very easy to rinse the sand off, too, with a large outdoor shower and a hose on the entry-level deck. We had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was the perfect for my family of 5. The walk to the beach was not far at all. The view was fabulous overlooking the sound. This house is the perfect location! Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey R.

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

Views for days!

As others have said, pictures don’t do it justice - the views of the intercoastal waterway are amazing and quick walk to the beach, even for a toddler. House is fully equipped with everything someone would need. Highly recommend - wish we lived closer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Great place

This is one of the best owner operators that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Love this house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

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

Family weekend

Loved location ! Good size for a small family. Short walk to beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Great view and easy walk to the beach!

We enjoyed the beautiful view and sunsets over the sound! The beach was also only a short walk away and there were many restaurants close by. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil A.

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

Beach Vacation

Excellent in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista J.

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

Just what we needed

Loved the marsh view, the short walk to the beach and all the outdoor seating. Beds were comfy, kitchen was great to make some good meals in and the outdoor shower and charcoal grill were a nice bonus. We hope to be able to book again next year for our summer friends meetup
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Hard to find because it is hidden by large bushes/trees. Living area furniture needs to be updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

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

80th birthday surprise

We loved our stay… morning coffee on the deck watching the traffic on the sound/intercoastal waterway…. Short walks to the beach… evenings on the deck watching the sunrise or passing storms…game nights on the large kitchen table…making dinner together in the kitchen… and the owner was great with communication! Thank you for the memories made!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Perfect Beach House!!!

The Luna Escape had everything my Family of 9 needed!!! The weather was not so great for a couple of days…we appreciated that there were a Huge collection of DVD’s and games. We had movie night every night. The panoramic views were spectacular. The location was great…away from the hustle and bustle of Town but close enough to walk or ride bikes. It was quiet and peaceful!! Can’t wait to return to Topsail !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

JC C.

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

A very nice place at a great location near the beach

Although not impressive as your enter the driveway, this is a well-kept, older condominium with easy beach access and lovely views overlooking the wetlands and inland waterway sound. The house has two and a half baths, and would be ideal for a family with both young and teenage children (based on the bedroom/bathroom layout). Easy email communication with owner -- no surprises, everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie K.

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

Pros & Cons for serious lookers!

We definitely enjoyed our stay at this house! The views are stunning! Pros: -They’ve renovated the two full baths. They are both gorgeous! Lots of storage in the bathrooms. - Washer & Dryer - Truly Stunning views of the sound from the back deck! - Short walk to the beach! Close enough to go back to the house for snacks. - super convenient to restaurants, grocery stores and surf city pier! - Very clean! - sliding doors along entire wall facing the sound. Great views 24/7! - King and Queen beds were very comfortable! - Nice screened porch for our one rainy day! - Outdoor shower was a real plus! -Keurig, blender, toaster oven, nice dinnerware! - Nice big table for everyone to eat together! - owner is super communicative! Cons - The appliances desperately in need of updating. Dishwasher is terrible. The front of the freezer door kept popping off. - Brew coffee pot is a tiny Mr. Coffee - Bedroom furniture needs updating. Seems like it is all from thrift stores or owners old furniture. All of it functions- just not pretty. - Not great bath towels-but they did have a lot of towels which was great! I’d bring my own next time. -Pillows are old and need replacing- bring your own! - comforters are not washed between guests. The first night we washed all of them. - Not a cooks kitchen!! We love to cook all our meals. There is very little counter space. I’d downscale the large table and put in an island (just a designers point of view!😜)inexpensive cookware, silverware is oddly tiny. Mishmash of cooking utensils, no large good knives. -no blow dryer -Both full baths are downstairs- one in the master and * one in the kids bunk room*. 1/2 bath upstairs next to the room with a queen. ***With some more upgrades this could be a top notch property!!****
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEANA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and nice amenities. Screened in deck needs some work before summer but otherwise enjoyed the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Family favorite. M

Close to ocean and soundside made for beautiful sunrise mornings and sunset evenings. Spacious accommodations for us to meet up with my son and his wife who are stationed at camp lejune nearby. This has become our family favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

The view is worth a million bucks!

Absolutely stunning view of the waterway from the upper deck. Perfect for sipping coffee every morning, watching the boats come in. View of the ocean from the kitchen window made doing the dishes not so bad after all! Short walk to the beach was very handy since we had 2 children with us. We walked to the beach every day. Beach access that doesn't have public parking was very nice! The access point to the beach felt more private, less traffic and we didn't feel like people were on top of us. There is a donut shop just a short trip up the road that makes fresh donuts while you wait, we loved that! There is also a little park right up the road that the kids really enjoyed. Location location location! Amy is super communicative, kept us informed of weather changes (we caught the tail end of hurricane Ian) Overall wonderful experience, the location is phenomenal and the house is very functional. Would highly recommend this house, and Amy as your host!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Awesome Sound View. Great location.

5 minute bike ride to Surf City restaurants. Incredible view (sunsets) over sound. Very easy walk to beach. My family enjoyed it. Was a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Better than the pics!

The pics do not do this place justice. Wonderful home. Wonderful view! Great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Wished we could have stayed longer

Loved Surf City and our home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Fall at the beach

We love this house. This was our second stay over the last year. House is a short walk to the beach. Beautiful sound views and sunsets from the deck. House was extremely clean and nicely decorated. The floor plan worked well for us (2 adults, 2 kids).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Great Place For A Family

Everything was great! In contact with owner and always quick helpful responses! Unfortunately refrigerator was having issues last few days and not keeping things cold. Couldn’t be repaired until after we left. Other than that, rooms were excellent. Captain’s Chairs made overlooking the sound so breathtaking! Sunsets were amazing! My family had a fantastic first visit to Topsail!! We will visit again!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

Family beach vacation

We had a great time enjoying our beach vacation. Property is close to everything we wanted. Walk to the beach is convenient, view of sound is really nice, home had plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. The house could have use a bit more of a deep clean for my liking but was fine overall and no issues. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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