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Barefoot Bumblebee - 2nd Row 5BR Home - Ocean Views from Decks and Porches

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Streetside Exterior II
Barefoot Bumblebee Streetside Exterior
View from Top Floor Private Sun Deck II
Top Floor Suite with King Bed
Top Floor King Suite II

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King 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

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Barefoot Bumblebee - 2nd Row 5BR Home - Ocean Views from Decks and Porches

Breathtaking ocean views await you on every level of this spacious, three-level, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, getaway.

At the price of Oceanview, with ease of Oceanfront, the sand is mere steps away. Beach access is directly across the single street from this ideal rental. And don't forget to bring your fur-babies to this dog friendly rental.

Just 2 miles south of Surf City Pier and 1 mile north of a historic Bumblebee Tower sits the Barefoot Bumblebee. Enjoy one of the quieter stretches of the island while being close to dining, entertainment, and local shops. You will enjoy plenty of space for your whole family in the comfortable living room and around the large dining table (with an available leaf for further enlargement plus four bar height counter seats). The roomy kitchen includes everything you need to prepare fine coastal cuisine.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the Bumblebee portion of the Barefoot Bumblebee’s name pays tribute to the rich history of Topsail Island? An original Operation Bumblebee tower stands just a mile away. Not long after the end of WWII, from 1946 to 1948, the United States began a program testing rockets to be used in modern jet propulsion, spacecraft, and missiles. The program, “Operation Bumblebee,” was named because, like the missiles of the time, bumblebees should not be able to fly.” And yet they did. More Topsail history can be found at the Missiles and More Museum, located just down the road, in the heart of Topsail Beach.

Sweet Dreams:  *Linens (bed/bath) are not included!

First Floor:

Front Street-Side Bedroom: King Bed; private bathroom with shower; access to private covered porch
Back North Bedroom: 2 Twin Beds; access to covered deck; shares hall bathroom with tub/shower
Back South Bedroom: Queen Bed; access to covered deck; shares hall bathroom with tub/shower

Second Floor:

Back Bedroom: Queen Bed; semi-private bathroom with shower; access to sun deck

Top Floor:

Entire Floor Suite: King Bed; private bathroom with shower; private sun deck with ocean view

Location:

Just 2 miles south of Surf City Pier and 1 mile north of a historic Bumblebee Tower sits the Barefoot Bumblebee. Enjoy one of the quieter stretches of the island while being close to dining, entertainment, and shops.

Amenities:

Central Heat/Air
Keyless Entry
Enclosed outside shower with hot & cold water
Flat screen televisions in every bedroom and living room
6 TV's with Roku players (bring your login info for your favorite streaming apps)
Wireless Internet
Full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and Keurig
Washer and dryer
Covered deck
Covered parking
Deck furniture
Departure clean included

Additional Property Information:

Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises
No Pets by Tenants

Trip Preparation:

Rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay be as close to home away from home as possible. All of our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, iron/ironing board and much more! See Ward Realty's website for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental. Please note that this home does not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through Ward Realty.

Disclaimer: Photos displayed on this website are intended to provide a general representation of our vacation rental properties and the surrounding areas. While some amenities may be pictured, they are for display purposes only.  Only those amenities listed on the website description, not in photos, are available.  While we strive to keep all images accurate and up to date, furnishings, décor, and amenities may change over time and may vary slightly from what is shown. Seasonal differences, weather conditions, and lighting may also affect the appearance of the property.   We do our best to present each rental honestly, but we cannot guarantee that every detail will be exactly as depicted. If you have specific questions or requirements, please contact us directly before booking.
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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Surf City Beach and Holly Shelter Game Land, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also worth visiting. With windsurfing, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 50 min drive - 67.2 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 54 min drive - 58.1 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 56 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time in this home and again it didn’t disappoint!! Great house, great accommodations and fabulous location!! We loved every minute of our stay…again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your 2nd stay at the property. We hope you return for many more vacations. Thank you for the review !
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