The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail

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A beachfront property with a wooden deck, a white building with two balconies, and a glass door entrance.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a ceiling fan, a wicker chair, and a view of the beach through the sliding doors.
A spacious dining area with a large glass table, leather chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a wooden staircase leading to a deck.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Surf City Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Sneads Ferry

Located on the beach, 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Surf City Pier - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 52 min drive - 68.7 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 57 min drive - 63.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Pot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bum's Grill and Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail on Dec 4, 2026 start from $844, 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 The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Black Pearl - Oceanfront - North Topsail located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean City Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Permuda Island. Sea Haven Beach is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The two rooms with bunk beds weren’t equivalent to the other bedrooms (no bathroom) but we knew that going into it. It was wonderful sitting on the porch and visiting and watching the ocean. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2026
Kim, a porch facing the ocean has a way of turning any evening into the highlight of a trip, and it sounds like yours delivered exactly that. The spot is ready whenever you want to bring the group back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a quiet location, clean, easy to find, and check-in was very easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 2026
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our vacation rental property. We hope the memories you made here will last a lifetime and that you'll consider coming back for more adventures.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a last minute change of accommodations due to an HVAC problem. Communication was fast, efficient and we had new place on the beach before our arrival. It was a beautiful space and fit our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The only thing this house had going for it was a short walk to the beach and a readily available serviceman. No ice maker, no porch furniture, no spray hose on boardwalk level. Sink in the kitchen had a separated pipe which let water pour onto the cabinet base and floor. Laundry room had a major water leak from above, which shorted out the lights. Portable air conditioner left in dining area, which we were asked not to use and could we move it. We did not. We liked the 2 seating areas in the living room. The Black Pearl needs a lot of TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 25, 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the home’s convenient beach access, the two living areas, and the responsiveness of our maintenance team. We are thrilled that our team responded promptly to each unexpected maintenance issue reported during your stay. We do want to clarify that an ice maker and outdoor shower are not advertised amenities for this property, and the listing photos accurately show the available outdoor furnishings. We understand that guests may have different expectations, but we strive to ensure our listings clearly represent the home and its amenities. We appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention and will continue working with our property and maintenance teams to provide a comfortable stay for our guests!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We cannot overstate the safety concerns at this property. The water heater was dangerously hot—steam came from the faucets, and several guests were burned. The outdoor shower produced only scalding water, making it unusable. It also sits in sand, making it nearly impossible to keep sand out of the house.The home was not clean or well maintained. Bedroom rugs contained sand, shells, plastic, and trash, suggesting they had not been cleaned between guests. One bathtub backed up twice. The couches had large tears hidden in listing photos by pillows and blankets. Cleaning supplies were inadequate, with no plunger or general cleaner and a broken dustpan.The A/C failed twice. Maintenance responded quickly, including a late-night weekend visit, but the technician said the unit was improperly installed and would likely keep shutting off.The house appears to have unrepaired water damage. Rust and visible damage were widespread, including cabinets, vents, washer, and dryer. The laundry area is in a dark ground-level storage space our children called “the dungeon.” Beds were extremely loud, and several advertised kitchen items were missing, though maintenance brought a blender after we asked.Only four lawn chairs were provided, yet signs said they could not go to the beach and had to be brought inside nightly.I would not recommend this home and believe it should be inspected for safety and cleanliness before future stays. I gave two stars only because maintenance was responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear your stay did not meet your expectations. Our maintenance team responded promptly each time the air conditioning issue was reported, including after hours, and also delivered the requested blender as quickly as possible. We appreciate your recognition of their efforts. Many of the other concerns mentioned in your review were not reported to our team during your stay. Had we been made aware, we would have responded promptly to inspect and address them, just as we did with the issues that were brought to our attention. We value all guest feedback and will use your comments to further inspect the property and ensure it continues to meet our standards. Thank you again for your stay, and we wish you all the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy with texts and emails. The property was in a fantastic location directly on the beach and very private even though it has public access. The two queen balcony rooms upstairs were spacious as we watched the sunrise and sunset in bed when we wanted to. The other two upstairs queen rooms behind the queen balcony rooms were just large enough for a bed and shared a jack and jill bathroom with the balcony rooms (one of our least favorite layouts of the house)The two back bunk rooms were only big enough for the beds.The downstairs king room was fairly large but it was behind the living room and beside the kitchen with no view of the beach. The house itself needs many upgrades.Only one sliding door worked and leaked water at least a foot in to the room. (Property management said they were working on it)The kitchen had very outdated pots, pans, cooking utensils and mixing bowls, etc. The stove and oven were on the blink. Sometimes it worked but mostly the stovetop turned off while cooking and the oven took an eternity to heat up and didn't stay heated to the correct temp. The dining table is way too bulky and the glassoverlay made it almost impossible to set a plate down level. There were extremely large TVs in the bedrooms and living area .They seemed overly big and unnecessary for a beach house. It was nice having a washer and dryer. The outside shower was nice but i wouldn't let kids operate it alone, too finicky. Overall we were happy with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience and for leaving us a 5-star review! We’re so glad that check-in was easy and that you enjoyed many features the property has. We also appreciate your feedback about the sliding door and your note that we’re actively working on improvements. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing stay by the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my family enjoyed our stay. The host always responded in a timely manner. The house was exactly as advertised, and so much more. The home was clean and provided everything that I needed for the stay. There were plenty of dishes, pots, pans, bowls, silverware and other items needed for cooking and baking. The stove and oven worked great. I was able to cook for my family with ease. The towels and linen were individually packaged in each room to include the kitchen towels. The instructions for entering and exiting were clear and concise. I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2026
Royce, thank you for your wonderful feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay and found everything to your satisfaction. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2025
Thank you for your 4-star rating! We're glad you chose to stay with us and hope you had a relaxing and enjoyable time. If there's anything we could improve to make your next visit even better, we'd love to hear your thoughts. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
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