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Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.

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The house looking toward the intracoastal waterway
Yup...that's the name
Short walk to the beach
Front of the house from the street
Front of the house from the street

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Thomas Tackle and Seafood
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outside Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.

[Contactless Check-in and Check-out]
A well appointed single level, 1,300 sqft cottage, a little over 100 yards from quiet beach access. This open, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home is on a quaint and quiet side street lined by old oak trees. The wooded surroundings of the home provides great opportunities to see foxes, frogs, raccoons and deer many months of the year. You are far enough away from the road to not hear cars traveling up and down the island. Most times you'll only hear the sound of waves hitting the beach. Very little ambient light from other houses or street lights, so lots of great star viewing.

Bring your EV! A 240VAC/50A, NEMA 14-50 outlet is available in the parking area for you to use for charging your vehicle. A charger is not supplied so bring your preferred travel charger with you.

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Well behaved dogs are permitted with an extra charge. Please select the Pet add-on at checkout.
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The beach area in front of the access point is not crowded because of the lack of nearby 'house density' or public Access. It is a quiet area with lots of families. Only 1.5 miles from downtown Surf City and the pier.

The Kitchen is fully appointed with lots of flatware for serving great meals. Includes a coffee maker, food processor, toaster oven, crock pot, blender and a myriad of pots of pans for cooking a wonderful meal. There is bar seating at the kitchen counter for 4 and a custom farmhouse dining table that will seat 6.

The amenities of Sandy Crack include:
* Central Air Conditioning/Heat
* Dishwasher
* Washer/Dryer
* 50" Flatscreen HD TV w/ Soundbar - Living Room (Cable access)
* 42" Flatscreen HD TV - Master BR (Smart TV and Antennae access)
* WiFi Internet Access (100/10 Mbps)
* Outside Shower
* Front (covered) and Rear decks w/ furniture
* Storage area with beach chairs, umbrellas and Charcoal BBQ
* Covered Parking for four (4) vehicles under the house
* 240VAC/50A, NEMA 14-50 power provided in parking area for EV charging. No charger supplied.

The Bedroom configurations as shown are:
* Master Bedroom - One (1) King Bed
* Queen Bedroom - One (1) Queen Bed
* Twin Bedroom - Two (2) Twin Beds

Comforters, pillows and blankets are provided. You will need to bring your own sheets, pillow cases, bathroom and beach towels. Two local linen companies that can provide what you need, if not bringing are:
- Sweet Dream Linens: http://www.sweetdreamslinen.com
- Topsail Beach Linens: https://topsailbeachlinens.com/
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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)
Dogs only. Two maximum. NO CATS.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING.
No BBQ'ing on the back deck or front porch. Ground level on the grass in the front or back yard only, please.
Just a reminder - Linens (bed sheets, pillow cases, bathroom and beach towels) *ARE NOT* provided with the house.
NO SMOKING in the house or on the front or back decks. Please limit your smoking to the ground floor.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is near the beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready. pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready. on 28 Apr 2026 start from £194, 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 Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Crack - A 'side-road' surf cottage. EV-ready. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 110 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi Jo E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The house was perfect for our stay, very comfortable and clean. The beach was very nice, loved being so close! Wish we could have stayed longer and can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great stay!

Great location! Short walk to the beach, which is pristine. Clean and comfortable for our family, including our pups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Glad we can be a part of what sounds like a great vacation. Hope to see ya again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cassie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house was very clean. Plenty of dishes and cookware. The area is very nice and house was conveniently close to a private beach access. Would consider this property in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2025
Sounds like a great vacation. Glad we could be a part of it. Hope to see you again, in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris J.

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

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our stay at Sandy Crack. Perfect location, great decor, very roomy, very nice partially covered and lighted deck. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Glad you enjoyed our cottage and had what sounds like, a great stay. Its a perfect little place, in a perfect little spot. Hope to see ya again. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janene K.

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

Janene

Another great vacation! Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2025
Glad you had a great stay and we're happy we could be a part of it. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing. It had everything that we looked for. The kitchen had so many frying pans and pots. Every gadget that you could imagine. Very close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Great place

Loved the visit
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2021
Glad you had a good time. Hope to see ya again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

wendy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love love, Sandy Crack. This was our fifth year and everything is just like it should be relaxing, easy enjoyable convenient I can hear the waves and hear the birds. People are wonderful great neighbors, wonderful beach. My family loves it here. Come back every year. Thank you Isn for sharing your home!
Walk play swim sleep...Vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena K.

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

Another great stay

We had a wonderful time at the beach. The place was clean, fully stocked with everything we needed, and so convenient. Thank you for an amazing vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Glad you had a great vacation and the 'Sandy Crack' helped make it a memorable time. Thanks again and hope to see you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charidy M.

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

Sandy Crack

Stay was wonderful! We enjoyed the home and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
It is a unique and special little spot. Good 'zen'. Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

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

Thank you for sharing your home with us, we enjoyed our time!! Great location and neighborhood.

Thank you for sharing your home with us, we enjoyed our time!! Great location and neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2021
Glad it all worked out and you enjoyed your stay. Mission accomplished!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy k.

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

Perfect as Always

Another Wonderful stay at Sandy Crack!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2024
Nothing more rewarding than a repeat renter. Thank you very much and we hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena K.

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

Thanks for a great stay

Our family had a great vacation at Ian’s property. Everything is clean, great location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2023
Happy to have you. Nothing better than a repeat renters who continue to enjoy their time with us. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena K.

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

Wonderful vacation

Thank you for letting us stay at your property. It was clean, spacious, comfortable, and only an5 minute walk to the beach. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2020
Glad it all came together and you had an awesome time. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juily W.

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

Great place for a weekend getaway!

Loved this property. Everything was as listed. Great location, just a short walk to the beach with private beach access. Very quiet and peaceful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
It's a great little spot. Happy to hear it all went well. Would love to have ya back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena K.

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

Thank you for a great vacation!

Ian’s house was amazing! We loved spending time at the beach that’s a 3 minute walk away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2022
Happy to have you stay with us again. A happy, repeat customer is always a great thing. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Very responsive and helpful

We enjoyed our stay here very much. The private beach access was convenient and the host was very responsive and helpful despite a hiccup we had during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2020
Glad you had a good time, Matt. Really sorry about the AC glitch. Got it repaired as fast as I could. Thanks for understanding. Hope to see ya again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Great house and location!

The house was very clean and the kitchen well-stocked with everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. Close to the beach with easy access. We would definitely recommend it to others and plan to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
When our place isn't rented we take the opportunity to enjoy it. It is a place where my family gets together, cooks and unwind. We are glad you enjoyed it the way we do. Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

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

Another Great Stay

There is so much to love about the Sandy Crack! It's the perfect size and location for our family of 5. Close to the beach and on a quiet street. We enjoyed our second stay here and are glad to have found the Sandy Crack.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Really happy we were able to overcome a couple of hiccups you had upon arrival. Sounds like you had another great vacation here. Mission accomplished. Thanks again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody W.

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

Wonderful Beach House

We LOVED staying at this beach house. Everything was clean and the location was great! I loved how dog friendly the house was, even has a dog bed in the living room! We definitely plan on returning. Thank you for such a great stay on our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

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

Family Vacation

Our family had a wonderful trip. We have absolutely no complaints. The house and location were just perfect. We would definitely book it again!😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2022
Glad the house and location lived-up top and maybe exceeded your expectations. It is a little gem and we like it very much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

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

Wonderful property.

We loved the place. Very comfortable and modern and the owners are obviously dog people which was wonderful. Overall very happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2020
Glad you had a great time and enjoyed the house. Hope ya made some 'memories', as well. Looking forward to seeing you again, in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany O.

Fun Place for a Beach Vacation!

We had a great long weekend staying at Sandy Crack! The side-road is the perfect, quiet location, and the house is spacious! The kitchen had everything we needed (and more), and we enjoyed eating on the back deck. The beach is just a quick walk away. We hope to stay again soon for another relaxing beach weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Glad you enjoyed the house and your stay, Brittany. We really think this location is perfect and put a lot of love in the place. We're glad it shined through. Hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Great for Thanksgiving get away!

Planned on a holiday on Topsail with family (who live there) and this was the perfect house for us. It was very pet friendly, nicely furnished and although it's on a private road off from the main drag, only a block walk to the beach. ..And the kitchen was well equipped, which was a relief as we were contributing to the Thanksgiving feast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Totally psyched that the house met your expectations, Nancy. Thanksgiving with family is stressful enough. Last thing you need to worry about is your rental. This is a great little house in a great spot on the island. Glad you liked it as much as we do. Hope to see you again, in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe T.

Nice Topsail Island House

Very nice house, convenient to beach and town. All amenities met the description and Ian was very responsive when we had questions.Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Great having ya, Joe. Happy to hear the cottage met your expectations and hopefully was a part of some 'good memories'. Hope to see ya again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Ian

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We are a family of outdoor enthusiasts that love being outside and active, whenever possible. Surf City/Topsail has been a favorite of ours since we moved to NC in 2004. We love the low-key, family-oriented nature of the island and really like the lack of commercialization. We are also a family of surfers and really like the miles of uncrowded beach breaks, right out front.

Why they chose this property

Off the beaten path on an oak tree lined street. Quiet and tranquil. Topsail Island and Surf City are one of a handful of remaining NC beach towns that commercialization has not caught up to. You won't find miles of neon signs, fast food restaurants, arcades, loud bars or nightclubs. Wilmington has all of those things and more and is under 30 mins away.

What makes this property unique

Only 100 yards from deeded beach access. Because of the lack of building density at and around the house, the beach never gets crowded. The back deck of the house looks out onto a wooded buffer between neighboring street. The sound is only 100 yards away as well. You could easily launch a kayak from there. Beach/Sound. Has it all!
A sidewalk parallel to Route 50 is 100 yards away. If you don't want to run on the beach, you can run south on a sidewalk all the way into the town of Topsail Beach, 5 miles away. A bike path on the road shoulder starts about 3/4 miles from the house and runs 10 miles north, to the town of North Topsail. Really nice for a great, fast road ride spin.

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