Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!

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A wooden deck with red and blue Adirondack chairs overlooking a beach.
A beachfront building with multiple balconies, wooden railings, and a staircase leading to the upper levels.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, two ceiling fans, a large window overlooking the ocean, a dining area with white chairs, and a kitchenette.
A beachfront residential area with multiple two-story houses, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the ocean.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sailboat on the window, a sofa, and a dining table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Surf City Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - Floor 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Floor 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 - Floor 2

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 1

Bathroom 3 - Floor 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 47 min drive - 53.9 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 50 min drive - 66.3 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 55 min drive - 61.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Daybreak on the Sand | Oceanfront + Dog Friendly! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Southside Park and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the beach. Had everything we needed. Exceptional customer service. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2025
Thank you for your positive review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our customer service exceptional. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

We enjoyed the house and location. Everything worked well. The view is great! The layout was ok for a multi-age family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2022
Hello, Thank you for your review at Daybreak on the Sand. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us here in Surf City. We strive for a pleasant, comfortable stay for our guests. We would love for you to consider us again in the future. Have a spectacular day! Thank you, Carolina Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the Dolphins

My family and I loved this place. Right away we had dolphins outside our window. Place was all as advertised and a great getaway home. View was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Hi Rheanna! We're glad to hear that you had a great vacation! It's always nice to see dolphins right outside your window! Thank you for choosing Carolina Retreats. We hope that you come stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring week enjoying the ocean

Great week. Great location and house. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

Property was great, could have been a little cleaner, gowever location and ease of access were great, woukd definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that the property and location met your expectations. We will share your comments with our housekeeping team to address the cleanliness concerns and continue improving the overall experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING

The location, home, support from the property manager, and sounds of the ocean was fabulous. We will stay again. Plus we saw dolphins every day!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay - from the convenient location to the beautiful ocean views and wildlife sightings. It's feedback like yours that helps us continue improving the guest experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
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