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"Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything!

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Views to remember right from the living room
Huge Smart TV, Porcelain tile floors, tasteful decorations throughout.
High ceilings with a great open floorplan
New furniture with comfy seating for the largest of families
Lots of natural light

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything!

Close To Everything Yet Very Intimate And Private, Great Surfing And Fishing
Customers are talking about "Comes a Time" (Zip 28445). You can see my VRBO and HomeAway customer feedback here. Take a look at the satellite view on google maps to see all the things to do within walking distance.
Contact owner for repeat guest discounts. Newly renovated - 40" Smart HDTV's in each bedroom and a great big 65" in the living room each with Satellite/Cable programming & complimentary Smart TV streaming on-demand premium content including complimentary Netflix, HBO Go, and much more. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, oceanfront, 2 kings, queen, 2 bunk beds, Jacuzzi tub in downstairs master suite, high speed internet access, outside enclosed shower, pet friendly. Ocean views from every bedroom! Come once and you will be 'hooked'. We offer discounts for repeat/honored guests. We are offering $50 off our normal $200 per pet fee this year.

We are advertising sleeps 12 however we recommend 10. You CAN sleep 12 in beds if 6 are children. the extra 2 children would go (1) on a sleeper sofa (twin bed) in the queen bedroom and share a double size bed in the bunk room. We do have dining space for 12 or more with the cafe style table in the living room and the pop-up coffee table.


If your preferred week is already booked, please check out my other beachfront properties, Sandpiper Landing (listing 651883) Comes A Time's identical sister house just two doors down from this property or Pelican's Landing, a 6 bedroom 3 bathroom just 1 mile north. (listing 651136).

PLEASE READ - IMPORTANT information on booking costs & fees :
- Weekly rates - Rate depends on time of year & can be found by clicking on the "RATES" button
- Cleaning Fee - This fee applies to all rentals
- Pet Fee - Optional fee that applies per pet
- Property Damage Protection - Optional $59.00 fee, You may opt for a $1,500 damage deposit instead.
- VRBO/HA Service fee will apply to all On-line "Request Booking" or "Book it" check-outs. This is a VRBO/HA fee, owner does not charge or receive this fee. By opting to book on-line through VRBO/HA you get the convenience of using your credit card coupled with their "Book with Confidence Guarantee(TM)".
- Tax rate -12.75%

Additional options:
- Linens and Towels for 12 guests available through local service or save $ and bring your own..
2 King beds
1 Queen bed
3 Twin beds
2 Double beds
Of course, pillows and blankets are supplied.

- All our guests receive 24/7 support directly from the property owner personally, check our feedback.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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)
$150 non-refundable per pet fee
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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inis Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at "Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything!?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything! on May 23, 2026 start from $686, 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-out at "Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Comes A Time" Oceanfront - Best Surf City location, walk to everything! located?

Located in Surf City, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Seacoast Art Gallery, Surf City Beach, and Inis Spa. Escape Spa and Surf City Pier are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 67 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit! Location was great, easy to get to restaurants and pier, but not overly crowded or noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Wonderful house, great location!!

Directly on the beach! Space for everyone and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy G.

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

Great vacation place in the ocean.

The owner was very nice and friendly. The location was the perfect place for walking on the pier and to the stores. Very well kept up and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenji B.

Really enjoyed our beach vacation

We will look forward to renting again in the future. Thanks for a great week at Topsail!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Fun stay

This property fit our family very well. We all had enough space. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

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

Family vacation

We loved being so close to town, that we were able to walk everywhere we needed to go. The gathering spaces were large enough for all of us. Loved having a covered deck and the high chairs were perfect for seeing the ocean. Great vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph Y.

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

Comes a time

We had a fantastic time when we stayed last year. It was great being on the beach and really appreciate that dogs were allowed. We liked it so much we are going back again this summer
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Wonderful place!

Very clean, and well laid out. Lots of steps. Beautiful ocean view!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Comes a time !!!

We found this location perfect! Location was great & right on the beach. Home was spacious & all bedrooms opened on to deck with ocean views. Perfect two weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corin h.

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

A perfect family beach house

We had a wonderful stay at the house! Check in was very easy, the house was clean and ready for us and as pictured. The location is ideal with almost everything in walking distance. We did drive to go to the Karen Beasley Turtle Hospital for an afternoon with the kids. We absolutely loved Surf City and our house on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Great Surf City Location

We booked last minute and we were very happy with "Comes A Time." The owner was incredibly responsive. The home has great views and is conveniently located to Surf City businesses and the bridge. We will plan to book again on a future trip to Topsail.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard E.

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

Comes a Time Rental

Excellent property and owner. Exceeded expectations in all areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Best Vacation Yet!

We really enjoyed ourselves at this home. We were a little worried at first about being so close to town. We thought it might be too crowded and loud, but all we heard were the waves. Plus the convenience of being able to walk to shops, restaurants, and bakeries was fantastic. We all look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

Loved the house

Everything was clean!! Had lots of steps but the view was awesome!! We went in October and it was very quiet!! Will definitely be renting this house again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli G.

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

Convenient to so much!

We had a wonderful time. Each year my sister and I plan a family vacation and this was one of our favorite places to stay. Coffee shops, stores, restaurants very close to the property. John was great to work with and easy to get in touch with. The property was clean and well laid out! We would certainly stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Great beach getaway

This house is a gem Surf City. The layout was very conducive to a large family gathering. The seating was comfortable along with the beds. Access to the beach could not be beat along with the views from the top deck. It is within walking distance to so much along with the small market IGA we did not have to move the car. We plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Perfect spot !

My family and I loved this house ! We had a hot water issue and the owner, John was amazing! He had someone out within 30 mins of letting him know and it was fixed quickly. I would highly recommend this property !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caryn B.

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

Fall in Surf City

Great visit to Surf City. Our home was well appointed with everything we needed. Suprised to find a great grill to cook on. So close to the shops and restaurants! John was quick to respond when we inquired about renting and worked to book the dates we needed. We will definitely book this home again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

We love this place!

This is our second time staying at this property. Location is walkable to most of downtown Surf City restaurants and shops. Close to the bridge for easy travel if you need to leave the island. House is very clean and owner John is very helpful and responsive. Beds are comfy and you have just about anything you need to cook in the kitchen. 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Amazing place and Amazing owner!

We had an amazing family weekend! The house is beautiful and well equipped. We enjoyed it very much and the location was fantastic. John was so wonderful to deal with and called to check on us and make sure we found everything ok and we're happy. He went above and beyond. Highly recommend!!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kurt H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

204 N Shore

The best thing was the location, in Surf City. Beachfront, within walking distance to food and shops and Beverly convenient to grocery stores. The space was perfect however housekeeping wasn’t the best.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Comes A Time Review

Property was great. All pots, pans, plates and silverware were in abundance of what we needed. Manager was very attentive to all of our needs and got back to us very quickly. Would recommend this house and Manager to anyone looking to stay here. Also house was centrally located to Surf City so we walked everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

kathryn g.

Excellent location and excellent property!

This was the first time our family stayed in this house - we love Topsail and like being close to the pier and we insist on being on a quiet street because of the kids and dogs. This house fit the bill all around. It was nicely appointed and we loved having the two gates to keep everyone safe. We also liked being across the street from our favorite deli so we could walk over for breakfast and lunch. The keyless entry was a nice feature as well. Everyone loved the house and we plan to return next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrill T.

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

Christmas 2019

The property and house were wonderful and john was very quick at answering questions we had a great time. Would definitely recommend if looking for a house right on the ocean with amazing views and endless beach. Get up early to enjoy the sunrise and we even got to see dolphins 3 morning coming to eat so close to shore. Will definitely come back and stay again if I get a chance to return. Thank you for a great holiday on the beach....
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

katerina t.

Heaven on Earth

This beach front home away from home is absolutely fantastic and very affordable. Everything looks exactly like the pictures. Property was clean and well maintained. The beach home was perfect size as it can easily sleep 10 people. We really appreciated that home and the beach were dog friendly. We loved to have a coffee every morning on the ocean front deck watching the dolphins playing. Stunning views! The home is right in the heart of Surf City close to shopping and dining. We would recommend this beach home to everyone! We will definitely come back and visit again! Thank you John, we had a great time!

About the host

Hosted by John Svirk

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My wife and I moved to North Carolina over 20 years ago. All our kids are native Carolinians and we love coming to the beach to enjoy a break from the fast paced lives we live. We take pride in making sure we have our place as nice for our first guest as it is for the last of the season. Please feel free to contact me 24/7 if you have any issues at all. If your preferred week is already booked, please check out my other beachfront properties, Sandpiper Landing (listing 651883) Comes A Time's identical sister house just two doors down from this property or Pelican's Landing, a 5 bedroom 3 bathroom just 1 mile north. (listing 651136).
Thank you: John Svirk Owner and Manager of Surf City Beach Homes

Why they chose this property

We spent a lot of time, money and effort to assure the house has all the conveniences you'd expect and then some. My goal is to keep the place 100% serviceable and carefree so you may enjoy yourself in a trouble free environment.

What makes this property unique

We and all our guests love the convenience of being centrally located in Surf City. Once you get here, you can leave the car parked. 2 blocks from the pier, shopping, restaurants, attractions, entertainment, groceries, you name it. Yet the beach can almost seem like you are on an island to yourself at times with your private beach access away from the pier crowd.

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