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Beach
Bathroom
Dining
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Kid's Bunk Bed

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Two Twins

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Oceanfront, perfect for families!

Welcome to Serenity by the Sea, Side A! (You can also rent side B by checking our other listing at VRBO#1114068) Located less than a mile from the popular pier in Surf City, our newly updated, 4 bedroom OCEANFRONT home is the perfect place for your next family getaway! This house has enough room for everyone with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Wake up to the sound of the waves. Forget dragging all your beach gear every day since you can just step outside onto your balcony and walk down the stairs to the beach.

There isn't any need to bring a thing! This house comes fully equipped with a kitchen full of everything you need to prepare meals and memories. There are 4 bedrooms that can accommodate up to 8 people (2 queen size beds, 1 Bunk Bed with twin size beds, 2 twins for a total of 6 beds in 4 rooms) and 3 full baths. The home has Wi-Fi, 3 televisions with cable and tons of games for kiddos! Only one dog under 50lbs is permitted on the property. Please do not inquire if you have multiple dogs. We only allow for one dog.

Surf City was recently named one of the top ten best small town beaches and is perfect for those looking for less of a commercial feel and more of the perfect family vacation to remember.

Linens are NOT included in your stay, but you can bring your own or contact Sweet Dreams Linen Service on the island!

When you stay here, you'll feel the warmth our family put into making this a place for other families to enjoy and make memories! We can't wait to have you at Serenity by the Sea!
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 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 attractions include Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surf City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Inis Spa - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, perfect for families! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront, perfect for families! ?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront, perfect for families! on Dec 30, 2024 start from $513, 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, perfect for families! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, perfect for families! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, perfect for families! located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Surf City Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Nice Beach House

We had a great time and really enjoyed being right on the Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Awesome vacation spot

Beautiful and clean home in a perfect location! Home owner was so responsive and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Loved it!

A great beach house for a family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa w.

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

Lovely!

We had an excellent stay. The home is spacious , clean and In good order! Would stay again thank you .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

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

Great property

We had an awesome time at this house. It was very clean. We will definitely rent it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel N.

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

great house for a family

thanks for the great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Phenomenal Vacation

Host was extremely friendly, and communicative. We felt right home, and welcomed. This property had everything our family needed from spices, to shampoo, to space for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

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

Great Family Vacation

We had three generations of family on the trip, including celebrating an 80th birthday and a 57th birthday, and everyone had a wonderful time. The location is great and the view is great. This rental is not super fancy, but it's fancy enough and very nice and had everything we needed. The property manager and owner were both very nice. We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagaraj H.

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

As expected

As described. Clean and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Beautiful home and location

House was just as listed, plenty of room. Beds were comfortable and living area was spacious for my party of 8. I loved being right on the beach, it was perfect for spending a week on the beach, we could sit on the porch and enjoy the waves, or walk right out to the beach to enjoy the sand and water. Host communicated as needed and even checked in us when they heard there was a house fire a couple blocks down. This home will be saved to my favorites for our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Great for families!

My family is from the area, and we vacation frequently in Surf City and on Topsail Island, during the summer and on Thanksgiving or Christmas. This place was perfect for us, and the location is ideal. Property owners were attentive and responsive, and the free donuts were a wonderful surprise! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

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

Fun & Sun

Wonderful home! Great location! Perfect weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Bill & Family

Everything was outstanding. Includes all communications, condition of the property, location right on the beach, and prompt friendly response from the property manager. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Wonderful oceanfront property!

Beautiful time spent with family at this home. We had all the amenities for our stay and the host was very hospitable. Enjoyed the home and the proximity to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Amazing stay at Serenity By The Sea

Highly recommend! This was the perfect retreat for our ‘mama beach weekend’. It was clean, had all the amenities we needed and literally just a few steps to the beach. It was walking distance to shops and bars which made it super convenient. The host was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ela S.

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

Amazing stay

Lovely ocean front property! We had 8 people and there was plenty of room for everyone. The porches were amazing to enjoy a coffee while watching the waves. Amenities included were amazing and they even gave us a free dozen of doughnuts to pick up!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Perfect Oceanfront Getaway

We had a great time staying at this property. Everything was very clean, neat, and new. The best part had to be the views! You can’t beat an oceanfront house. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Fabulous getaway!

Lovely, clean home, RIGHT on the beach. Beautiful views and easy access to town! Two kids (3, 4 1/2) had the best time playing the games at the house and collecting shells on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denyell K.

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

Just a weekend getaway perfect

Everything went well as planned no issues nice place exactly what is picture
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Fitzgerald

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Our family loves the beach and love being together!

Why they chose this property

Our family LOVES the beach so we were thrilled when we bought our first property in Surf City. When our neighbors went to sell this property, adjacent to ours, we knew it would be the perfect place for large family gatherings so we bought it! We love that we can now offer TWO sides of this amazing place to accommodate up to 20 people!

What makes this property unique

We own Side B too Vrbo#1114068 so you can rent both sides for your family!
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