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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Garage parking available
Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Surf City Beach
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
On beach
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Surf City, NC
Surf City Beach
Place, Surf City Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Thomas Tackle and Seafood
Place, Thomas Tackle and Seafood
‪9 min walk‬
Surf City Pier
Place, Surf City Pier
‪19 min walk‬
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
‪48 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Kids Bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
Main Floor Queen
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
QSS
1 Queen Bed
Small Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Top Floor Queen
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Jack 'n Jill
Toilet · Shower only
Main Floor Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Outdoor Enclosed Shower
Outdoor shower
Upstairs Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!!
Big words, but true. My son once walked up the stairs to the top floor and said: "This place just makes me smile!
This year, you're going to love your vacation!
This is the most beautiful house on Topsail! And it's right on the beach - not an 'ocean-view' a couple of blocks from the beach or across the street from the beach, or even a piano lot (with only a small strip that extends between the houses to the beach). Seas the Day is right on the beach and the house is gorgeous.
Now wait a minute...I bet you think I'm just saying that. Well look at what some of are guests have said (see the full comments below):
'The website does not do this house justice! It is gorgeous, and the views of the beach and water are amazing from every room. ' Bonnie from Va
'Seas the Day is one of the best vacation houses I have stayed in. ... You will not be disappointed if you rent this place' Norma Jean from Ohio
'I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a wonderful beach house that has one of the best vistas in Topsail.' Mark from Northern Va
'Loved that house!!!!!! oh my, the walk to the pier was wonderful and so pretty. the house was perfect and held my whole family! it was an awesome vacation! thank you so much! wonderful!' Jessica from Ohio
And it goes on. You will truly love your stay at Seas the Day.
Located just 1 mile south of the Surf City pier, you're close to all the activity, yet just far enough away to enjoy the tranquility that lives here also. As a matter of fact, you may note some of our guests jokingly refer to the 'Buddy's walk'. Buddy's is a bar/restaurant by the pier, which is a nice 1 mile walk on the beach. Some people, including my brother, myself and our two wives like to walk down to Buddy's at lunch time, watch the surfers by the pier, order oyster shooters, and... possibly a cerveza or two (that's Spanish for beer) and maybe a tequila shooter. Well, the walk back is now quite enjoyable. We often just come back, lay out a towel and catch some rays and a snooze. The Buddy's walk - a perfect way to spend a vacation day.
Do you like to bike or run? There is a bike shoulder on the main road the entire way from the north side of Surf City to the south tip of the island. The island is like 22 miles long, so you can get a good work out.
Recently I rode my bike to the south end, and the smell of Jasmin and ocean air was unbelievable. I stopped on the far south point of the island and walked around the beach on the undeveloped point. I then rode back to Topsail Beach city hall and said hi to the ladies who worked there. (They had kindly sent me an invitation to pay real estate tax in their city even though my house was in Surf City. I graciously declined :-) but they were very pleasant.) I then rode back to Surf City and promptly bought an ice cream cone by the pier just to make sure I hadn't burnt off too many calories.
Believe me, this place is fun.
And I haven't even told you about Daddy Mac's on-the-beach sea food, Shuckin' Shack with it's oysters, or about Sears Landing and its award winning clam chowder made with sherry, or Bouchaines 211 - the best restaurant overlooking the sound that you will ever find. Oh, and how about the fresh fish market (I mean right off the boat) behind the Crab Pot where you can get shrimp, flounder, shark or whatever they have been catching and take it back and grill it at Seas the Day.
You can play 18 holes at Coastal Carolina's only four-star golf course, North Shore Golf and Ocean Club (as per Golf Digest).
Surf shops that make me wish I was 18 again, 55 Burgers and Shakes, the Daily Grind coffee and wine bar and on and on. The wine bar is called unWINEd. The owner, Jeremy, is a friend of mine. Tell him Steve Morrison sent you. He'll take good care of you. You won't want to leave.
And I haven't even talked about surf fishing, kayaking, surfing, jet skiing and more (check out the Boat Rental picture I included if you want to rent a boat or jet-ski)
My teenage son once walked up the stairs to the living room and said 'This place just makes you smile!'
I still think OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST:
'We loved the outside shower, complete wtih room for dry clothes and towels! Very kid friendly, my 13-month-old niece could wander around and the gates kept her safe. Topsail itself is so peaceful. We went to the sound side a few times to fish, canoe, and take the baby swimming. We golfed, ran, sailed (you have very nice neighbors who invited us!), and fished from the surf (caught sharks, stingrays, and a few fish). Such a great house -- plenty of space, well decorated, and everything you need in the kitchen for eating in!' Bonnie VA
Jim M from GA agrees wholeheartedly:
'My sister and I are both recently retired school teachers. For over 25 years we have talked about renting a beach house on the North Carolina coast, big enough to house all of our families. ... This house was everything we had dreamed about. It was RIGHT ON THE WATER,...
'Setting on our porch, we could watch the sun rise each morning. In the evening we could drive to the end of the island and watch the sun sink into the ocean....I bought 5 kites and one day we all spent the day flying them. ... We enjoyed the secluded walks on the beach and the discovery of hundreds of sea shells. We saw dolphins swimming by several times. The only regret we had, was that we couldn't stay for another week.'
BEDROOM SETUP: Top floor: QB & Full Bath. (There is also a QSS but it's right in the middle of the living room. I don't recommend it); Middle floor: KB, QB, 2BB (i.e. 4 beds), and BB with 2 Full Baths. There is a deck on both floors and there is an enclosed outdoor shower on the deck of the middle floor. The bottom floor has 2 full car garage, grill, and storage space.
Keywords: House, Beach, Surf, City, Seize, Seas, Topsail, Outer, Banks, Wilmington
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Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number BEST 206-905-6843
Property # 114105vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Surf City
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
‪Shaka Taco - ‬20 min walk
‪Coconut Cove - ‬2 min drive
‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Seas the Day: beachfront on Topsail?
As of 20 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seas the Day: beachfront on Topsail on 1 Dec 2026 start from £1,146, 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 Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Seas the Day - the Most Beautiful House on the Beach!!! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfect vacation! Being right on the beach is a must for my family and we couldn't have asked for a better house, a better location, or a better host! Thanks for the memories!!!
We had a fantastic week! House was on the beach as advertised. Host was very responsive to our questions. We loved the outside shower.Perfect spot. Already lookng to book again!
Great spring break trip for our family! Everything we needed, practically on the beach when you step outside. Great communication and check in experience.
Trey O.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2026
We loved having you as our guests. Please come back!
Everything was as good as we expected with this wonderful ocean front house. I was very happy and able to relax since the deck had a gate with an automatic closure and lock so that my small dog could not go on the beach without me taking him. I love Topsail and Surf City beach and it is a wonderful place for family. Steven, the host was great to work with,
The house was nice and roomy. Nice bathrooms. Great location. You can sit at the kitchen table and watch the dolphins. So easy to go to beach and easy to go back for bathroom breaks. Beach was wonderful. Lots of shells and shark teeth. I would definitely stay there again.
Loved our stay. Was the perfect spot for our girls trip with the 2 grandkids. This home feels happy. We hope to return soon!
Shari B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2025
Shari,
So nice of you to say: "this home feels happy". In fact, after we first bought Seas the Day, my son walked up the stairs and said, this place just makes you smile.
Perfect beach vacation! The house is very comfortable. Kitchen supplies sufficient for cooking all meals. Location couldn't be better, convenient to shops in surf city as well as Topsail and North Topsail. We loved our morning coffee with dolphin sightings! We have come once a year for the last few years and certainly best beach front house we have stayed in so far.
Great communication from our host. Absolutely loved the open kitchen, dinning area and living room. It was perfect for our family and Thanksgiving dinner. The house was cheerful and the decks were amazing. Loved that the outdoor shower had hot and cold water. It was perfect for warming up after fishing and shark tooth hunting! Location was perfect, close to the shops and close for our Marine to come and go as needed. Loved being on the beach! Will definitely be back!
Spacious bright ocean front house perfect for big family. Loved the tall deck chairs looking out over the ocean and the outdoor shower. Luxury vinyl in family room perfect for sandy kids and pets. Bring beach chairs. Great place!
My family and I just returned from a fabulous vacation week at this property. The house was clean and had everything we needed for a great stay. We loved the location and being on the beach. The house was perfect and we have already booked it again for next summer.
Eric Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Steve Morrison
Lyn & I live here in the winter and RV the country during the summer. I'm originally from IN and she's from Annapolis MD. I am a retired attorney and retired from the FDIC (the people who insure the banks) in Washington DC.
Why they chose this property
We absolutely love Surf City. But Seas the Day is so beautiful itself. The colors seem to bring the outdoor yellows of the sun, the sky's blue, and the ocean's greens inside. This is a totally relaxing beach house. The ocean breezes, the salt air, and the wonderful people make this a great place to be.
What makes this property unique
It's on the beach. The property goes straight down to the dunes.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests