Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, houses, and a pier.
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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a building with multiple roofs.
A modern living room with a high ceiling, a spiral staircase, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to North Topsail Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Place, Seaview Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, North Topsail Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. North Shore Golf Course and Sneads Ferry Marina 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 North Topsail Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Seaview Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Surf City Pier - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 39 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 57 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sea View Fishing Pier - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef?

As of 7 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef on 5 Dec, 2026 start from S$733, 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 Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise between ocean and sound – A Writer’s Reef located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Seaview Pier and North Topsail Beach. Surf City Beach is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. The check in and check out process was also relatively seamless with the management company being responsive as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son and I came down on his college fall break to get in a little fishing on the pier and beach. This was the perfect place to do just that. All we had to do is walk out of the house and over to the beach. We had a great stay and would recommend anyone wanting convenient beach access to give this place a try.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was smooth and we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Perfect family retreat!! Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet setting just a few steps from the beach.
Very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Loved my stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming, loved the location, had everything we needed! Answered back very fast with any questions we had. My family and I are definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to know you had a great experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A nice quiet place

Great place to stay! We loved the short walk and the private entrance to the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great little place right by the beach.

Steps away from the beach. Clean and well stocked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unbeatable location!

We enjoyed our stay at A Writer's Reef! If you're planning to spend most of your time on the beach, you can't beat being a few steps away. This cozy accommodation provided a very comfortable stay for our few nights at North Topsail. We would definitely stay here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home, location, and customer service! We loved being so close to the beach, especially with the private community entrance. The unit was very clean upon arrival, and the layout was great, particularly on rainy days. The primary bedroom bed and sheets were hands down one of the most comfortable we’ve ever slept on during a vacation. The large couch in the living room was a favorite for our family movie nights!We also loved how close we were to the pier. During our week-long stay in January, we found over 1,000 shark teeth! Communication with both the rental company and the owner was fast and efficient when needed. We would be happy to stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2026
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your thoughts! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay. It’s our goal to provide exceptional service and a comfortable environment for all our guests. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The cutest little spot

My family of five had the best time and loved our stay! It was a quaint little home with beach access steps away! I’m already trying to convince my husband to let me book it again for next year! :)
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Overall, the price for this rental was not appropriate for the condition and lack of cleanliness (and amenities) of the beach house. We were almost seriously injured by dangerously broken (jagged) glass, and filthy cookware in the cupboard. Sheets seemed to be clean but upstairs ledge looked like wasn’t dusted in years. The upstairs ceiling had large crack from which emerged a mammoth cockroach. Check in was a disaster- took us nearly an hour to get a code that worked to enter rental. For a 6 night stay we were given 2 rolls of toilet paper for 3 people. No beach towels, shampoo, or soap for showers provided. Dirty furniture, dirty floor upstairs. We were not able to clean the house properly as there was no extension duster, and no functional vacuum (battery worked for only 30 seconds & wouldn’t recharge and although we notified rental company they ignored us.). Overall, a beach house without beach towels should be a warning to anyone. The rental company have you jump through numerous hoops, sign seemingly endless documents, and then had us do it all over again a second time while on route to the property before giving us an access code to get in. Even then, the code didn’t work. Set the tone for the entire visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The absolute cutest vacation house, directly on the beach. My kids had a blast and I got to relax. If I had any questions, the host responded immediately. Could not recommend more strongly - I plan to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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