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Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub

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Dining
Perfectly sheltered hot tub under the house - with views!
Living area
Room
A wooden deck with a table set for dining, overlooking a beach with the ocean in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Porch Front King

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Laundry Room Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub

Welcome to The Zen Escape, a stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath oceanfront oasis in classic Surf City, NC. Designed to offer the quintessential beach escape, this home provides an ideal setting to recharge, refresh, and make lasting memories with your loved ones.

Kitchen and Dining:
Step into the newly revamped open-concept kitchen, featuring ocean-facing views, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, and an expansive eat-in counter island. The space seamlessly transitions into the dining and living areas, providing unobstructed vistas of the ocean while creating an inviting ambiance for meals, get-togethers, or simply unwinding in the fresh coastal air.

Living Spaces:
Unwind in the cozy living room and soak in the beach-y vibe amidst beautiful décor, complete with Samsung Smart TVs offering a premium entertainment experience. Whether you choose to play board games, host a movie night, or simply relax, this space is tailored for a perfect getaway.

Bedrooms and Baths:
This home offers resplendent bedrooms, each thoughtfully adorned with modern amenities and Smart TVs for your enjoyment. Fresh towels and linens are provided, ensuring a comfortable and tranquil retreat after a day in the sun. Additional mesh cots with mattresses are available for extra guests, adding flexibility to your accommodations.

Outdoors:
Indulge in the outdoor experience at The Zen Escape, featuring a 600 square foot covered and fenced entertainment area under the house with captivating ocean views. Enjoy the convenience of a charcoal grill, ample seating for al fresco dining, as well as a Nordic whirlpool hot tub for relaxation. Your furry companions will appreciate the shaded gravel garden within the spacious fenced yard. Just steps away, the beautiful Topsail Island coastline awaits, offering beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and toys for a carefree day by the shore.

The Location:
With restaurants, shops, and the pier within walking distance, The Zen Escape provides an enviable location to explore all that Topsail Island has to offer. Enjoy a variety of local attractions, dining experiences, and activities, each contributing to a truly memorable beach vacation.

Additional Details:
The Zen Escape is dog-friendly on a case-by-case basis, with a $200 refundable pet fee. The home is equipped with high-quality amenities, offering fully stocked kitchen and pantry essentials, laundry facilities, and much more to ensure your stay is comfortable and stress-free.

Getting Here:
Conveniently located near Jacksonville and Wilmington airports, you can easily access the island and arrive at this idyllic oceanfront retreat. With a spacious driveway accommodating multiple vehicles, your arrival and parking needs are met seamlessly.

At The Zen Escape, the beach house experience is designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. We strive to offer an extremely high level of service, flexibility, and numerous amenities to ensure you have an unforgettable beach getaway.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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)
We will consider up to two well behaved, crate tra
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking or Vaping Inside or Outside. Dogs must be disclosed and accepted.
No parties or events of any kind. Rental agreement must be signed within 24 hours.
Quiet hours between 10pm-8am. Travel Insurance must be purchased for unexpected cancellations.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit 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 activities can be experienced at Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Inis Spa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Seacoast Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Surf City Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unwind in Style: Luxe Oceanfront Single Level home, fenced in yard, hot tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Seacoast Art Gallery and Escape Spa are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The host was very communicative and attentive. The property was as described no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the beach in winter months. Although the weather is not always cooperative, Zen Escape never fails to deliver. We have stayed here several times and will return. The home is well stocked, very clean and the communication is exceptional. You won’t be disappointed.
Morning sunrise
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication by the host. Lovely, clean ocean-front property. It was wonderful to hear and see the waves and loved that my dog could enjoy it too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I always ask myself, would I stay here again? The answer is YES. The views are fantastic! It's rare to find a great rental on the ocean that allows dogs. It was super pet friendly with the fenced area and deck access. It was clean, as if no pets had been here before ours. We especially enjoyed the hot tub, covered outdoor area, and easy access to the beach. It was very well stocked with plenty of towels, extra pillows, and beach chairs. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was better than the pictures! Beds were super comfy, super clean and fantastic views! Any concerns were promptly taken care of. The beach!!!! Stepping off the steps you are literally on the beach!! We had an exceptional time and hope to stay again in the future! THANK YOU!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and many included items. Great property right on the beach, and the hot tub. The host was able to adjust our stay because of a winter storm. Great communication! We will stay again!
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect stay for a North Carolina beach. It was extremely clean and had direct beach access, while being close to a couple of great restaurants/breweries. I also very much appreciated being able to bring my dog so he can enjoy the beach as much as possible during his senior years. I would stay here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Great stay directly on the beach!

Excellent stay and will visit again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christie A.

Lovely house, great location!

My daughters and I loved the house from the start! Great decor, perfect amenities, it felt so easy for us to get comfortable. Beata's communication and organization is impressive and allowed me to relax knowing she had it all set up for us. Thanks so much!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

A great beach house!

The house is beautifully decorated and well stocked with anything you would need for a great beach vacation. Location right on the beach, and located to easy walking distance to the pier, shops, and dining. And the hot tub was fantastic. We will stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Lovely Home

We enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and kitchen well stocked. The home is perfect for those traveling with doggies. We will definitely return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

Perfect Escape

This was a perfect getaway for my husband and fur babies. The Zen Escape says it all, comfort of home with the sounds of the waves and views as far as the eye can see. They took no shortcuts in designing this property and provided all the amenities you may need plus some. We spent the week walking on the beach, watching dolphins go by and sandpipers play in the waves.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! What a great place to stay. The downstairs hot tub/bar area is FANTASTIC!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and beach access! The owner was an excellent communicator. We loved the proximity to restraunts and coffee shops. We enjoyed the porch, the hot tub and all of the toys they had there. We also appreciated the pay it forward program the owner had organized, it helped prevent us from having to purchase things such as salt, pepper, body wash etc!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! Will I recommend this to everyone? Had a wonderful time, good memories. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

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

Honeymoon in Surf City

We loved every second we were there!! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Perfect respite

Everything was in great order. Clean with many amenities. This was my 10th stay and I won't stay anywhere else in Topsail.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

Absolutely wonderful

Absolutely wonderful - 5 Stars. Stunning views, comfy beds, exquisitely decorated. Love the pay it forward for kitchen items. Beata certainly has attention to detail in the furnishings, decorating, beach supplies, etc. Loved the hot tub & grill, too! We are definitely a repeat Zen Escape family. 💕
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

Great stay!

Great property/location and the cleanest VRBO I’ve ever rented. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Relaxing Zen Escape

A welcome burst of spring after a cold winter. Sunny and breezy with long walks on the beach, lazy happy hours and tasty cookouts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate B.

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

Wonderful Trip!

Can’t say enough about our stay!! It was absolutely perfect for our wedding anniversary and Brody’s birthday!! Thanks so much and will definitely look to stay again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fauzia B.

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

Wonderful stay!

We loved our stay! Excellent communication and they were even able to accommodate an earlier check in (last minute). Stunning ocean front property in a great central location. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

This property is as advertised!

I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in Surf City. Great location and the pictures are very accurate to the property. My family had a great time and we plan to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T.

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

Lovely Getaway

Not our first visit to the Zen Escape, its beautiful ocean view and welcoming interior is just part of the reason we came back. Our family had a “Coastal Christmas” this year. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

The Right Place for the Right Time.

Perfect place for the getaway we needed as a family. We will definitely recommend it and be back in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beata Lorinc

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Hello, my name is Beata (rhymes with Miata) but you can call me Be. I've had "own a beach house" on my vision board since I was 30, and a few months before my 40th birthday my dreams came true and we bought our first beach home.

My husband and I are proud Penn Staters and currently live in Cary, NC with our two sons Leo (2006) and Dylan (2009), our two dogs and our 2 cats (don't worry, none of the cats will come to the beach house).

I am a licensed realtor in NC. My primary market is Cary/Apex/Raleigh and the surrounding towns. I also working with buyers looking for their own little slice of heaven on Topsail Island.

My father is a skilled carpenter and mason and my mother is a professional housekeeper and I have been running Handy Maven, a boutique remodeling firm in Baltimore for them since 2012. I have been flipping houses with my dad since I was 12. I can not wait to dive in and continue making upgrades and remodels to this already gorgeous, sturdy and well maintained home.

Before I left my corporate career to raise my boys, I was a Logistician for Procter & Gamble. My favorite assignment was leading the customer service team.

I am also a trained speaker, writer, and trainer. I LOVE leading retreats and leadership events. My goal is to be of service to you in any way that I can be.

Why they chose this property

I get to completely remodel this home and it is situated in the perfect place in Surf City, and has the most breathtaking views you will find.

What makes this property unique

Perfectly located so that everyone in your party is happy: we have the beach right in front of us and within a very short walk we have restaurants, shops, grocery, the fishing pier, a yoga studio, a book store, a spa, an organic grocer, a yoga studio, a coffee and smoothie shop, a church and so much more. Some thing for everyone without ever having to get in your car if you don't want to.

We will continue stocking our activity closet and will take requests from our guests.

Languages:

English, Polish

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