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"On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City

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Dining Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Surf City, NC

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Half Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

"On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City

On Slow Time is a 3 bedroom oceanfront half of a duplex with coastal décor and impeccable ocean views in Surf City.

Enjoy the endless ocean views from ample oceanfront windows in the second floor main living space or head outside to the decks to soak in the sunshine. The home also provides easy, direct beach access from the lower deck!

The second floor kitchen is equipped with all the tools necessary to cook a homemade meal and the living room provides comfortable furnishings to watch your favorite show or movie after a day at the beach. A half bath is conveniently located on this main living space. 

The first floor provides all three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a laundry area. Two oceanfront bedrooms offer Queen beds, one with an ensuite bathroom, and direct oceanfront deck access. The third bedroom is streetside and offers two twin beds. A shared hallway bathroom is provided on this floor as well.

Bedroom 1: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Twin + Twin


LINENS:
GOLD PACKAGE – Includes ALL bed linens, one bath set with extra bath towel (2 bath towels, 1 hand towel, & 1 wash cloth) per occupancy, 1 kitchen towel set, & bath mats per full bathroom. Complimentary for ALL 7-night minimum reservations in 2025.

If Complimentary Linens are not applicable for your stay, you may bring your own linens, or we offer linens to rent for an additional fee. Please contact us to apply a linen rental to your reservation.


PET POLICY:
PET FREE - No Animals of Any Kind Allowed
Please review our Dog Policy before booking your vacation. 


NEAREST BEACH ACCESS:
Private Beach Access
Public Beach Access #2 – 2000 N Shore Dr, Surf City, NC 28445
Pay-to-Park may be enforced at some beach accesses or public parking lots. 


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Mid-June to Mid-August: 7-night minimum stays, Saturday Check-in/out only
Accessibility: 2 Story Stilt Duplex with Stairs
Amenities: Beach Access, Outside Shower
Parking: 2 Parking Spaces in front of the home depending on vehicle size
Guest Entry: This rental utilizes a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay.
Smart TVs require guest logins to access subscription apps. Owner does not provide access details. 
Please Note: WiFi signal strength is NOT guaranteed at your rental for remote work or remote learning. We are located on a barrier island and do not have cellular towers on the island. This, coupled with the increase of guests in our area, creates an inconsistent cellular signal that is outside of our control and therefore, compensation is NOT guaranteed.  
You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. ID verification required prior to check in.


TRIP PREPARATION:
Access Realty Vacation Rentals adhere to minimum standards set to provide you with as many of the comforts of home as possible during your stay. All our vacation rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s) and more!

Please note that unless otherwise indicated above, linens are not provided during your stay. You are welcome to bring your own linens, or we provide a linens rental service for your convenience. Our vacation homes are not guaranteed to have consumable items in stock for guest use (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc.).

*Photos Updated January 2022*

Beach Nourishment: Beach nourishment projects help preserve and protect Topsail Island’s shoreline. Most projects are scheduled annually between November and April and may involve large pipes on the beach, trucks moving sand, and other equipment to rebuild and maintain our dunes. Timelines and locations can shift without notice, and we are not always informed in advance. While we understand this may impact your beach experience, refunds or compensation will not be provided for disruptions related to beach nourishment. For the latest updates, we recommend checking the town websites for Topsail Beach, Surf City, or North Topsail Beach. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about potential beach impacts during your stay.

**Cancellation: Any cancellation of a confirmed reservation must be made in writing by Guest. Reservation payments are not reimbursable unless the property can be re-rented for the same rate and time period. Every effort will be made to re-book the property. If property is re-rented, Guest will receive reimbursement of payments made less non refundable reservation fee, cancellation fee (varies by property), and third-party fees (travel insurance, security deposit alternative, insurance, convenience fee, etc.). Insurance fees shall not be reimbursed unless the Agent is reimbursed by the issuing insurance company.

**Check In Day: *Your rental home allows you to check-in directly at the property. Check-in typically becomes available BETWEEN 4:00 - 6:00 PM on the day of your scheduled arrival. As soon as we are notified your rental is ready for check in, we will send you a text message to the number you previously provided. This text will include a hyperlink that will direct to the Property Guide with all your check-in instructions, directions, FAQ's, Wifi info, helpful tips, and most importantly your information on how to gain access to the property. Please understand that all homes must be cleaned and inspected before we are allowed to issue access details and you are not allowed to be at the property until you have received that text message.

**Early check-ins and Late check-outs must be pre-approved and are not allowed if there is a reservation checking out the same day another reservation is checking in. You may contact us the week of your arrival to determine if there is any availability to add an early check in or late check out. There is a fee associated with early check ins and late check outs.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surf City

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

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Trailer Bar - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "On Slow Time" - 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Oceanfront Duplex in Surf City located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holly Ridge holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Sea Haven Beach and Permuda Island. Southside Park and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fred P.

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

FFP

Very good location and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin M.

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

great place to getaway!

amazing all-around experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

bailee

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

Wonderful

Our stay was amazing!! Only complaint was having to bring our own linens.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great place at a superb location!

This place was exactly as advertised. Right on the water which was absolutely amazing. I highly recommend it if you're a beach lover looking to stay as close as possible to the ocean. It was clean and was more than adequate lodging for my wife and I and could easily accommodate a family of 4 or 6.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

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

Topsail getaway

Nice location right on the beach. Basic amenities, plenty of kitchen utensils and pans. Beds were comfortable, we brought our own linens, which included towels! Need to bring paper products, there was no paper towels, napkins or toilet paper. Internet was spotty, but it was stormy at the end. Great stay, sitting on decks right outside the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Perfect for a Girls Weekend

The pictures do not do this house justice! Amazing ocean views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY V., Danville

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

Love this place!

From check in to check out it was a terrific experience! Check in was super easy. The house was perfect. Clean inside and looked exactly like the pictures on the listing. Loved getting up, going down steps and I’m on the beach. House had modern updates and my family had a comfortable and restful stay! Checking out simple as can be! HIGHLY recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

KenandJackie C.

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

An Absolute Gem

We came down with our grandsons; this was our first time at this beach and we were so pleasantly surprised when we walked into the home! Everything was so clean and beautiful and even better than I had expected! The location is perfect and the beach was beautiful! Took our 10-year-old grandsons over to walk the bridge, play it down side park and they watched some of the fisherman and one showed them how to fish with a seine net! The furniture at the house was in pretty good shape and the outdoor furniture was plentiful and great for sitting out and watching the ocean or the kids play. It was nice being so very close to the ocean and not a very far walk at all to care supplies down to the beach! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnn K.

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

High School Girls Trip

We absolutely loved our stay!! Two thoughts on improvement would be a sliding screen door on the upper level that worked. And maybe a note saying that the deck steps to beach are slightly steep, May be difficult for the elderly. We navigated them just fine with caution, but my parents would have had difficulty. Other than that we loved it, very walkable to restaurants and night time hangouts !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

New, clean & comfortable

When renting a house, my wife and I travel with our own cleaning supplies. This property was so clean we didn’t break out our supplies - I can’t remember how many years it’s been since we found a house in such great shape. The house had just been renovated and everything was new from the flooring to the furniture to the ceiling. Appliances were in decent shape and kitchen utensils were barely used. The owner has a talent for decorating, too. Every wall, shelf and nook is accented with some whimsical, beachy piece of art, making you feel like you are truly on vacation. .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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