Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space

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A wooden deck with a view of the ocean, a table with drinks and snacks, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a chandelier, and a view of the city skyline.
A dining area with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a table set for a meal.
A bedroom with a window overlooking a beach, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Surf City Beach
Sleeps 103 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacoast Art Gallery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Porch Front King

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Laundry Room Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space

The Zen Escape has a way of changing the rhythm of your day almost immediately. Cross the threshold and suddenly the ocean becomes the backdrop to everything. Wake up to an oceanfront sunrise without ever leaving bed. Morning coffee lasts longer than expected. Deep breaths happen naturally. Spend the afternoon with your feet in the sand, then wander back to a fully fenced oceanfront yard, a shaded gathering space beneath the house, and a covered hot tub where you can still hear the waves rolling in. And at some point, somebody inevitably asks: "Wait...how many dolphins have we seen today?"

💫 The Highlights — Why Guests Love It

Ocean views outside. Ocean views inside. A place that somehow makes breathing feel easier.

Whether you're planning a beach week with family, bringing another couple along, sneaking away for a quiet getaway, or simply wanting to trade your normal routine for a few days of waves and salt air, The Zen Escape was designed around the thing guests mention most:

How they feel when they're here. Peaceful. Relaxed. Recharged. Like they finally remembered what it feels like to breathe again.

3 bedrooms · 2.5 bathrooms · sleeps up to 8

✓ Direct oceanfront — the beach is literally steps away
✓ Panoramic ocean views from nearly every room in the home
✓ Fully fenced oceanfront yard (rare for Topsail oceanfront properties)
✓ Covered oceanfront hot tub where you can still hear and see the waves
✓ Expansive shaded gathering space beneath the home with dining, games, and room to spread out
✓ Oceanfront deck with captain's chairs for coffee, cocktails, dolphin watching, and sunrise views
✓ Direct private beach access with beach chairs, umbrella, towels, and beach toys provided
✓ Well-stocked kitchen + Pay-It-Forward pantry with spices, staples, and little extras guests appreciate
✓ Thoughtfully designed and personally managed by Beata

🏠 Inside

The ocean has a way of following you around here.

Most beach homes give you views from the deck.

Zen gives you views while you're making coffee. Sitting on the couch. Cooking dinner. Waking up in bed.

People often tell us they spent more time inside than they expected — especially during cooler months when the beach feels peaceful and uncrowded.

The open living, dining, and kitchen spaces all face the ocean so even when you're inside, you still feel connected to it.

Someone's making breakfast. Someone else is sitting quietly with coffee. Someone notices dolphins in the distance and suddenly everyone migrates toward the windows.

It happens a lot.

🛏 Where You'll Sleep

Oceanfront Primary Suite
✓ King bed
✓ Private ensuite bathroom
✓ Oceanfront views from bed

Bedroom Two
✓ King bed
✓ Ocean views from the window
✓ Private exterior access to front porch

Bedroom Three
✓ Custom Twin XL-over-Queen bunk
✓ Twin XL trundle beneath
✓ Designed for flexible sleeping arrangements and comfortably used by both adults and children

Additional Bathrooms
✓ Full hallway bathroom with tub/shower combination
✓ Half bathroom conveniently located beneath the house near the laundry room and beach access

🌊 Outside

The underneath of the house quietly becomes one of the most-used spaces on the property.

Beach homes often give you sun or shade.

This somehow gives you both.

Spend the morning on the sand. Wander back for lunch. Sit beneath the house with ocean views and a breeze. Rinse off after the beach. Slip into the hot tub while rain falls outside the covered roofline.

As evening rolls around, dinner stretches a little longer than expected and people slowly start finding their way back together again.

The beach begins only steps from the house. Walk downstairs, feel the sand beneath your feet, and before long somebody is already settling into a chair while someone else is heading toward the water.

🅿️ Parking & Access

✓ Large private driveway accommodates up to 6 vehicles comfortably in two rows (or a reasonable-sized RV)
✓ Elevated oceanfront home with two shorter stair sections (approximately 6–7 stairs, landing, then another 6–7 stairs)
✓ Once inside, the home is entirely on one level
✓ After signing your rental agreement you'll receive access to our digital guest guide with check-in instructions, local recommendations, house details, and everything you'll need for an easy arrival

📍 Nearby

Walkable Area
✓ Surf City Pier — approximately ½ mile south
✓ Restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream, local shops, and island favorites nearby

One of the things guests love most is that Zen sits close enough to walk to the heart of Surf City while feeling just far enough away that the beach itself stays relatively peaceful.

👋 Meet Beata

Hi — I'm Beata.

The Zen Escape will always feel special to me. I wanted a place where people could walk in and immediately feel something shift. A place where ocean views weren't reserved for balconies. A place where coffee lasted longer, dolphins became part of the daily conversation, and life felt a little quieter for a few days.

I personally manage every reservation because hospitality matters deeply to me. Small things are automated for speed so nothing waits. Anything important comes directly from me.

Our Pay-It-Forward pantry works the same way this house does: take what you need, leave what you can.

Happy to have you.
— Beata

📋 House Rules & Things To Know
🕙 Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM
🐶 Up to 2 pre-approved dogs welcome (please get approval before booking)
🔥 Charcoal grill available (charcoal follows our Pay-It-Forward approach — use what's there, leave what you don't use, or grab a bag nearby if needed)
📶 Strong Wi-Fi + Spectrum Live TV throughout
🧾 Rental agreement required within 24 hours
👤 Primary renter must be 25+
🚭 No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
📅 Maximum occupancy includes daytime visitors

🧺 What's Already Here

🍳 Kitchen
Everything needed to cook and serve including cookware, bakeware, dishes, Keurig + drip coffee makers, electric kettle, waffle maker, pantry basics, and Pay-It-Forward staples.

🛁 Bathrooms
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, hair dryers, towels, and plush extras.

🧺 Laundry & Extras
Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron + ironing board, beach towels, beach chairs, umbrella, beach toys, and little extras that help make beach days easier.

🎲 Entertainment & Tech
Samsung Smart TVs, Spectrum Live TV, streaming access, and strong Wi-Fi throughout.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
We will consider up to two well behaved, crate tra
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking or Vaping Inside or Outside. Dogs must be disclosed and accepted.
No parties or events of any kind. Rental agreement must be signed within 24 hours.
Quiet hours between 10pm-8am. Travel Insurance must be purchased for unexpected cancellations.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1362857
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Traveling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Inis Spa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Surf City Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Trailer Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space on Dec 1, 2026 start from $524, 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 Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Oasis: Incredible Views! Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Covered Space located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi, and Inis Spa. Seacoast Art Gallery and Escape Spa are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 245 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 245 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

Wonderful beachfront home!

We took our family to this wonderful home for our summer vacation. It is beautifully decorated and has everything needed for a relaxing visit. Although a little pricey - it is worth it because of the location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house with fantastic host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in an excellent location and we didn’t have the best weather, so having the covered hot tub area was really nice. Well appointed house with lots of games and an entire bin of legos our kids loved! The nest thermostat was locked and we were unable to adjust the temperature which was frustrating, especially for the price of the stay. A good number of dishes and cups were dirty with food or coffee residue and had to be washed before using. Beautiful ocean view, incredibly short walk to the beach, and plenty of beach chairs and toys. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Zen Escape! It was very clean and well stocked. We especially loved all the beach chairs and sand toys to use so we didn’t have to haul all of ours from home. Communication from the host and property manager was wonderful. The location can’t be beat either, just a short drive or even walk to all of our fave spots in Surf City. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location directly on the beach. Clean and updated house. Easy communication with host.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Beauty on the beach

We stayed for 21 days in April. House was perfect, everything that we needed. Clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated and location was excellent. We took our two dogs. The fenced in area was perfect. Also enjoyed that we could walk the dogs on the beach every day. Beta does an excellent job, great communication. This is the second place that we have stayed that she owns. Obviously we were very happy with the first and this one was just as amazing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The host was very communicative and attentive. The property was as described no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Great stay directly on the beach!

Excellent stay and will visit again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication by the host. Lovely, clean ocean-front property. It was wonderful to hear and see the waves and loved that my dog could enjoy it too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the beach in winter months. Although the weather is not always cooperative, Zen Escape never fails to deliver. We have stayed here several times and will return. The home is well stocked, very clean and the communication is exceptional. You won’t be disappointed.
Morning sunrise
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was better than the pictures! Beds were super comfy, super clean and fantastic views! Any concerns were promptly taken care of. The beach!!!! Stepping off the steps you are literally on the beach!! We had an exceptional time and hope to stay again in the future! THANK YOU!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect stay for a North Carolina beach. It was extremely clean and had direct beach access, while being close to a couple of great restaurants/breweries. I also very much appreciated being able to bring my dog so he can enjoy the beach as much as possible during his senior years. I would stay here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

A great beach house!

The house is beautifully decorated and well stocked with anything you would need for a great beach vacation. Location right on the beach, and located to easy walking distance to the pier, shops, and dining. And the hot tub was fantastic. We will stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I always ask myself, would I stay here again? The answer is YES. The views are fantastic! It's rare to find a great rental on the ocean that allows dogs. It was super pet friendly with the fenced area and deck access. It was clean, as if no pets had been here before ours. We especially enjoyed the hot tub, covered outdoor area, and easy access to the beach. It was very well stocked with plenty of towels, extra pillows, and beach chairs. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and many included items. Great property right on the beach, and the hot tub. The host was able to adjust our stay because of a winter storm. Great communication! We will stay again!
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laure & Don W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything, but especially the host!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christie A.

Lovely house, great location!

My daughters and I loved the house from the start! Great decor, perfect amenities, it felt so easy for us to get comfortable. Beata's communication and organization is impressive and allowed me to relax knowing she had it all set up for us. Thanks so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! What a great place to stay. The downstairs hot tub/bar area is FANTASTIC!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Lovely Home

We enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and kitchen well stocked. The home is perfect for those traveling with doggies. We will definitely return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay. We had clear communication throughout our visit. The house is well decorated and welcoming. One thing I really enjoyed was the fenced in area. I didn't think about it before, but it made it easier to let the dogs out. I would stay here again..
View from the balcony
Our dogs first trip to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

Perfect Escape

This was a perfect getaway for my husband and fur babies. The Zen Escape says it all, comfort of home with the sounds of the waves and views as far as the eye can see. They took no shortcuts in designing this property and provided all the amenities you may need plus some. We spent the week walking on the beach, watching dolphins go by and sandpipers play in the waves.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

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

Honeymoon in Surf City

We loved every second we were there!! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

Great stay!

Great property/location and the cleanest VRBO I’ve ever rented. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Very accommodating

The property was very accommodating, check in was flawless, property was very responsive of any questions or concerns that was needed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and beach access! The owner was an excellent communicator. We loved the proximity to restraunts and coffee shops. We enjoyed the porch, the hot tub and all of the toys they had there. We also appreciated the pay it forward program the owner had organized, it helped prevent us from having to purchase things such as salt, pepper, body wash etc!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Beata Lorinc

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Hi — I'm Beata.

I'm a professional host, Penn State alum, mom to two boys, and someone who genuinely believes places shape how we feel.

My family is originally from Poland — yes, I speak Polish — and over the years we've lived in different states and even a few different countries. One thing I've learned is that people rarely remember trips because of square footage or checklists.

They remember how they felt.

The morning coffee with the ocean right in front of them. The dolphin sightings everyone kept counting. The moment they realized they finally felt like they could breathe again.

That's probably why hospitality matters so much to me.

Why they chose this property

he Zen Escape was designed around a simple idea: if you're coming to the ocean, the ocean should actually feel like part of your stay.

Not just from the deck. From the couch. The kitchen. The dining table. Your morning coffee. Even from bed.

The views here reach into everyday moments in a way that's surprisingly rare. Guests often tell us they expected to spend more time exploring and somehow ended up wanting to stay exactly where they were.

Because once you settle in, something shifts.

Life gets quieter. Breaths get deeper. And at some point somebody inevitably asks:

"Wait...how many dolphins have we seen today?"

What makes this property unique

One of the things guests love most about Zen is how easy the beach feels here.

The sand is only steps away, and the fully fenced oceanfront yard gives you a rare kind of flexibility — especially when traveling with dogs or a small group. The covered lower level becomes a second gathering space with ocean views, dining, games, a half bath, outdoor shower, and covered hot tub you can enjoy even when it rains.

It is oceanfront in the way people hope oceanfront will feel: immediate, effortless, and hard to leave.

Languages:

English, Polish

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