When you and your crew are ready to get away from mainland living, come join us here at The Cottage for the R&R you all deserve! This adorable unit of an Island Interior duplex is within walking distance to Beach Access, a local park, 2 bars, an arcade, and a convenience store! Spread your wings and enjoy all the amenities this quaint cottage has to offer!
When you first arrive, you will find parking for 2 cars in the driveway area. The Cottage welcomes you with a covered porch that is filled with comfy chairs. After a long drive to the beach, you can sit back, relax, and soak in the scenery. Walk inside and you are greeted by the living room area, complete with Flat Screen Cable TV, a comfortable sofa that doubles as a Queen Sleeper, and a cozy corner chair. This property also offers wireless internet service for guest use. Step through to the kitchen side of the property and you will be blown away by the bright, festive, and beachy decor. The antique retro furniture in the sitting area invites you to grab a book and relax while the chef in the family whips up a fantastic meal in the newly renovated Kitchen. Complete with all your major appliances as well as your basic cooking utensil needs, they will feel like a Master Chef in no time! The convertible dining room table has seating for 6 with additional seating at the bar for 2. There is also a large family picnic table out front where you can enjoy your meal while soaking up the Island atmosphere.
Down the hall on the left is the first bedroom which offers a Queen bed, a twin bed with a twin trundle, and a Flat Screen TV with cable. This adorable peachy room is perfect for the kiddos to pile in together. Just down the hall on the same side, you will find the first full bathroom with shower/tub combo. The second bedroom is located at the end of the hall and offers a Pyramid Bunk Bed and Flat Screen TV with cable service. Back out in the hall, to your left, you will find the Laundry Room, which offers a full-size stackable washer and dryer. This room also gives access to the second full bath with a stand-up shower.
The backyard offers a secluded sitting area with chairs, games, and a small fire pit so you and yours can sit out and enjoy our fantastic coastal weather. The recently renovated shed has been turned into an outdoor oasis! "The Summering Place" as we like to call it offers renters an enclosed heated and cooled hang-out area separate from the main house. The owner has stocked this little nest so guests can hang out and relax or cozy up and enjoy cocktails while listening to the music coming from the Trailer Bar and Tortuga's Nest.
The Cottage is one-half of a duplex property but offers plenty of privacy for its guests. Snag up your week at this Surf City getaway today!
➤Sorry, but NO PETS are allowed at this property.
➤No Smoking is allowed inside the property or on its decks.
➤Please refer to our Rentals FAQ page for useful information about our rentals!
➤Linens (Sheets and Towels) ARE Included with Lewis Realty reservations!
A Full house linen package will include Sheets for all advertised beds, 1 towel set per occupancy, bathmats for each full bath, and a set of Kitchen Towels with a sponge.
See our Available Rental Items page for a complete list of rentable items to add to your reservation!
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➤No pesky Security Deposits! All reservations will be required to have an Accidental Damage Protection Waiver. The cost of this waiver is included in the listed required reservation fees.
➤This property offers PointCentral Keyless Access for a speedy check-in. Check-in instructions will be emailed to the reservation holder.
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About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 65.2 km
Wrightsville Beach - 55 min drive - 59.5 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
Shaka Taco - 4 min drive
Sear's Landing - 6 min drive
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - 4 min drive
Tortuga’s Nest - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife!?
As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife! on 25 May 2026 start from £91, 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 at The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Cottage - 2 BR Beach Bungalow near Nightlife! located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Escape Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It's super clean, accommodating, and the location is KEY!!! Mini mart next door, arcade/bar across the street, another bar with awesome live music that you can listen to in the backyard and walking to the beach. We will DEFINITELY be back.
Kim H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review and glad to hear that you had a good time.
Lewis Realty
Verified
6/10 Okay
Nancy M.
3 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great little beach cottage
Overall this cottage was great and very easily accessible to the store, night life and of course the beach. The only problem, NO AC. It was very hot in there with out the fans provided. There are singular wall units but not enough to cool the place down after the sun hitting it all day. There could use some overall pressure washing and window sills were filthy, but if you are looking for a cute and cozy place, this is it!
Nancy M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback on the property! We will share it with the property owners. We were unaware that the AC at the property was not working until after your stay when our cleaning crews reported the issue. The problem with the units has been resolved so the property will be cool for all future stays. We hope to see you at the beach again next time!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kayla F.
29 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Misleading
The house smelled like musty smoke. After a few days our suitcases and clean clothes smell like old smoke and we will have to wash everything. We arrived and the mattress covers were dirty, unknown splashes on wall at bed, and sandy floor. Also didn’t realize there was a second rental basically connected to the house. We had to share a small driveway with another renter. This wasn’t ideal with young children with us. The location is close to beach access and park which was great but the loud music from close bar/night club is clearly heard until close to 3am.
Kayla F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your stay did not meet your expectations, especially in regard to cleanliness and noise. We wish we had been made aware during your stay of these issues so we could have had the opportunity to address them for you right away.
We do our best to set clear expectations in the property listing by noting that the home is walking distance to two local bars, which may lead to some noise due to the proximity to the local nightlife. We also disclose that this is one side of a duplex, which can occasionally result in shared common areas, like parking.
We’re always looking for ways to improve and appreciate your comments. We hope you were still able to enjoy some of what the area has to offer.
This house was everything we needed! The bunk bed situation was perfect for our young kiddos and house was clean and what was expected when we got there. We were worried about it being right next to a bar and even though the music and people were loud on the weekend, you couldn't really hear it that much in the house. The AC unit in the back bedroom was leaking pretty badly when we arrived, but after a quick email they had an HVAC guy come out and fix it right away. TV was kind of hard to figure out between the 5-6 different remotes but luckily we didn't spend much time watching it anyway.
No complaints! Great stay!
Great cottage with up to date amenities and decor. Close to bar and convenience store. Short walk to beach. Very enjoyable stay.
Shaun C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Laura K.
11 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Rats and bees!!!
Every time we sat outside we would see rats running across the yard. Notified rental agent and they sent out exterminator but didn’t help. Wasps all over the place. Inside of houses ok. Very outdated but still ok. It’s located right behind a store and a bar and that prob where the rats were coming from but regardless the rats were all over the property. In the front yard there is a box with many exposed wires. The picnic table in the front yard has a broken bench and is very weathered. The grill at the small house had no propane tank so we bought one. When attempting to hook up the hose to the tank smelled gas and realized the hose was leaking around the adapter. Tried to use the grill from the other porch and it had food on it where it had not been cleaned, dirty, rusty etc. The bikes were rusty and had flat tires.
Laura K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
We certainly apologize that you encountered any issues at all with the property. Yes, the property is located behind a store and bar (as disclosed in the description) but the maritime environment, in general, has many species of wildlife. We are not convinced the rats are a product of the store or bar. We were able to alleviate their visits through a couple of different techniques and have had no more reports concerning rats. All of the properties we manage are required to have pest control contracts.
Management was not informed about the other issues discussed above until this review was posted and you had departed. We regret this as we could have cured these small other issues in just a few short hours.
We have replaced the picnic table with a new one & replaced the grill. The bikes were left free of charge as a courtesy. However, we have removed them at this time due to maintenance concerns and have no plans of replacing them. We do ask all guests to supply their own propane. We do this mainly because the corrosive environment of the island does not treat propane tanks well and they become unsafe very quickly; just as the hose did on the grill that was at the property (now replaced). We also ask that all grills are cleaned by the guests after their use. Apparently, the previous guests did not clean the grill. We will ask them to be more mindful on their next stay.
We would also like to add that we gave you $100 off your next stay as a token of our apology.
We are happy to report that “The Covey Cottage” is back to being a great and affordable spot on the island with our corrective actions and we are sure you will enjoy your next stay.
Again, sorry that you had any issues but we hope that the stay was otherwise pleasant.
The cottage was cozy, near the beach, and instagram-worthy. There were a couple of issues upon arrival that the property manager attended to fairly responsively (the section of plywood out front on the grass was odd, though). Nice amenities, but they cottage could use at least twice as many place settings. The description states that it could sleep 9, but only has plates and glasses for ~8, iirc. That's an oversight that should be correctly. Otherwise, the location was lovely. I'd be happy to visit again.
This was another beautiful week in Topsail. This is the second time I have stayed in this beautiful house and I LOVE it!!!
Deirdre B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ayssa L.
24 Jun 2020
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pros and cons of covey cottage
Pros:
-2 minute walk to public beach access
-kitchen stocked with cooking utensils, pots/pans, etc.
-6 beds
-2 full bathrooms
-cute outdoor space
-extra supplies like boogie boards, beach chairs, corn hole, bike helmets
-washer and dryer!
Cons:
-bedrooms are both very musty smelling even with dehumidifier on
- WiFi does not reach throughout the house
-poor experience with getting assistance to fix keypad (required multiple calls)
-property was NOT CLEAN when we arrived including piles of sand, dirty countertops, and dirty floors.
Ayssa L.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for review, we appreciate your feedback! Lewis Realty will be working with the property owner and the cleaning crew to resolve the items that you have mentioned as a con for the property. Hopefully, your stay was still enjoyable and you will consider Lewis Realty and The Covey Cottage again for your next topsail vacation.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Karen C.
22 Jun 2020
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Kind of Disappointed.
The house smelled really bad. I had to buy a can of spray and spray it for 2 days to get rid of the smell. There was a lot of bugs under the furniture and the table was unstable. Wifi was a problem and we could not get a signal in the back of the house.
Karen C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for you response. We appreciate your feedback and have spoken with the property owner and the cleaning crew for this property to resolve these issues for future guests. We hope your stay was still enjoyable and we will see you again for your next Topsail vacation.
Cute place.
A little music at night from the bar across the street, but not objectionable. Other than that a quiet neighborhood.
The front porch with the fan on is a great place to sit in the early morning & evening.
This was a second house for us on vacation - a get-a-way from the other cottage we rented where the family stayed on the beach. Basically we were here evening & early morning.
Our quiet time at the Covey House!
Marc T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Glad to hear you got some quiet time and we look forward to having you back again.
Lewis Realty
I really liked this house. The beds were comfortable and it was spacious for myself and my daughter. I felt like the cleanliness was lacking. The porch was covered with sand, kitchen table was dirty, bedroom mirror was dirty. Everything was dusty. Needs a good thorough cleaning. Otherwise great and easy process!
Jennifer B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review.
We will speak to the cleaners about the table and mirror. It is almost impossible to keep sand from the decks, the winds blow here constantly.
Thanks again.
Lewis Realty
Verified
10/10 Excellent
lisa w.
2 Jul 2018
Very nice place!
Our family of four enjoyed this beachy cottage! Super clean and beautiful decor. Had everything we needed in the kitchen to cook meals and really nice gas grill. Everything was so neat and organized. Instructions were printed on TVs, ac units, and various other items around the house. Very well thought out design. So convenient to beach access and right beside a convenience store. Our kids loved the arcade across the street. This place is perfect!
lisa w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed this unique piece of paradise.
Hope to have you back again soon!
Lewis Realty
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pam P.
22 May 2018
Love the cottage and the location!
Will def be back - quaint, quiet piece of the NC coast !
Pam P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
We are very happy to know that you enjoyed the Covey Cottage and look forward to having you back as our guests soon!
Thank you for the review!
-Lewis Realty
Archival
8/10 Good
Derek L.
28 Aug 2017
Great design and appointed well
This cottage was an example of an ergonomic living space that was purposeful and smartly designed. Hooks where you needed them, kitchen essentials, 2 full baths, and plenty of sleeping and lounge spaces. The owners chose comfortable cotton textiles, sweet beach accents everywhere, and low maintenance options- the rooms were easy to keep straightened and pretty all week. The outdoor shower is heated and we spent hours reading on the porch. With less than a 5 minute walk to the beach, we could hear the surf and enjoy beautiful skies all day. Downsides didn't bother us- it is next door to a food mart/bar, the music played until about 1030, and it is across the street from an arcade/second bar, so it's right in the middle of a small hum of activity that was overall very calm and only busy for pockets of time in the evenings. 2 minutes to a playground, and you can hop on their bikes or a car for less than 5 minutes for ice cream parlors, pizzerias, shopping, the fish market, and morning cappuccinos. Nice advantage is the second cottage next door if traveling with relatives or friends.
Derek L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Glad to hear that you had a great experience and we look forward to having you back on the island.
Lewis Realty
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