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The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access

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Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access

The Steel Fin is in the heart of Topsail Island. Relax and enjoy the endless ocean views, beautiful sunrises, and spacious beaches from your own private access. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has been completely renovated with all new furnishing in 2023. Located only 3 miles south of the Surf City Bridge, you’ll experience the convenience of all the island has to offer.
On the Ground Level access to the house is through a wet/dry entry with a full 2 car garage and 3 additional outdoor parking spots.
On the First Level you can wake up in one of 3 ocean front bedrooms: King with Master Bath, Queen and 2 Doubles with shared bath. All bedrooms share an adjoining deck overlooking the scenic beach and Smart TVs.
The spacious master suite with adjoining master bath includes a comfortable King bed, 55” flatscreen TV and workspace for those who want to extend their vacations into a multiweek retreat.
Head up to the Second Level featuring an open concept floor plan with wall-to-wall ocean views, dining area that seats 6, countertop breakfast bar that seats 4, Queen bedroom, full bath, and living room with a 70” Smart TV

• Wireless Internet
• Central Air/Heat
• Linens provided
• Towels Provided
• Beach Towels Provided

Kitchen
• Stove
• Refrigerator
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Keurig
• Dishes and Utensils
• Margarita Machine
• Toaster
• Gas Grill
• Charcoal Grill

Entertainment
• TVs in each Bedroom and 70” in Living
• Beach chairs/Tent/various beach toys provided
• Games-Puzzles-Books

Laundry
• Washer/Dryer
• Outdoor clothes line

Parking
• 2 car garage
• 3 driveways spots
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 4:00 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)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Missiles and More Museum and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also worth visiting.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 55 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 58 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Riverwalk - 60 min drive - 68.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Daily Grind Surf City - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access on 11 Apr 2026 start from £504, 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 The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Steel Fin - Beachfront 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with private beach access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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. 37 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and perfect location. The owner was super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, great location, beautiful ocean view, loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Snodgrass F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bryan was fantastic to work with in planning a stay at The Steel Fin. We had a wonderful time and would definitely return. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd O.

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

FWO New Years Visit

Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at steel fin! The house met all our needs and was very well equipped with necessary items (kitchen supplies, toiletries etc.). Beach was great and not crowded at all. We hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorine N.

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

The Steel Fin is amazing!

We spent 4 days here. The house is clean and decorated beautifully. We will definitely be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Just perfect

Our family loved the Steel Fin, it’s a beautiful home and a wonderful location! The home is fully equipped with everything we needed, and the beach was never crowded, even in busy June. We loved everything about our stay and look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chin P.

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

Great View and access to beach

amazing, newly renovated. property is very nice and very accessible as it is right on the beach. We had a friends family trips and everyone throughly enjoyed theri stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine V.

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

Wonderful vacation property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Steel Fin, everything was perfect! Super clean and fully stocked with everything you could need and Bryan was suoer easy to communicate with. Hope to visit again in the future, everyone had a great time in a beautiful house and beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful location and very well stocked kitchen. Porch and chairs were a favorite. Will definitely revisit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chely P.

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

So close to the beach

We had a wonderful stay. Bryan always responded right away. The house is just a few steps to the beach which made it so easy especially with little kids. Made it easy to come in for lunch, naps, etc. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch with great views of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee W.

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

Family beach vacation

Perfect home for our family to enjoy a beach vacation. Everything was so updated. Loved being right on the water!! So many great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra H.

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

One of the best rental at surf city

Everything is 5 stars! The beach decor of the house is so tasteful. The house is clean and updated. The whole family enjoyed our Thanksgiving at the beach at Steel Fin!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Lovely oceanfront home

The house was in a great location! Only a few miles from many restaurants, ice cream shops and attractions. Bryan was wonderful and very easy to work with. Definitely check this home out!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

Communication, check-in and check-out all went smoothly. The location on the island was perfect for us. The house was everything we had hoped for and more. It was well appointed and beautifully decorated. We loved every minute and hope to rent again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hassel P.

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

Steel Fin

The Steel Fin was very well equipped and exactly as described. It was very comfortable for our family stay and the location was perfect. Communication with the owner was excellent. We had a great stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Organized & Beautiful!

Unlike most vacation home rentals, this house was so organized and had just what you needed. Bryan was a wonderful host with great communication. The house had a fantastic beach front view and lovely decor. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Sweet Retreat

We enjoyed the beauty of the home. It is furnished and decorated beautifully. We enjoyed all the chairs outside, beach chairs,rockers,swing, and deck. We loved that this beach area was a lot less populated! It was a fantastic vacation for our family ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Fantastic beach house!

Home was incredibly clean, nicely furnished, and well stocked with everything we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms. We could not have been more comfortable. Super close to the ocean, with stunning views from the deck. And the hosts were friendly and super responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C.

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

Beautiful Birthday Stay!

This was a birthday trip for me to have special family time with my kids & grandkids. The house was very comfortable & had such beautiful views from every room. The upstairs was so cozy. It was a chilly weekend, but we all still enjoyed the beach & games that were provided. I only wish we would have stayed one more night & got snowed in!!Bryan was very communicative & check in was effortless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Perfect Vacation

This was a perfect week away and the house was fully stocked with everything needed to enjoy the beach. The deck is great for enjoying a view of the ocean. My wife and I typically come to topsail once or twice per year and this has been our favorite place to stay. The beach was not crowded and it was a short drive to town if you needed anything. We will definitely be back here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

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

Tranquility

We greatly enjoyed our stay. The house was amazing! Everything we needed was there. Beautifully decorated and modern. Lots of towels and comfy bedding. The decks are perfect to enjoy the beach. The owner was very accommodating and quick in response. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Location, location, location!

We loved Steel Fin. Located on an especially quiet stretch of Topsail, we had the beach to ourselves over the Christmas holidays. I love to cook and the kitchen is huge and well stocked with pots and pans and any utensil you might imagine. Bryan, the host, was great, very responsive. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

End of summer getaway

We had a great time at Steel Fin with the kids before school started back! Home is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed, felt right at home. Perfect quiet beach location, but still very close to all the amenities of town. Bryan was very responsive and easy to work with. Will save this one on the 'favorites' list for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Family Vacation

The Steel Fin was as advertised! We had 5 adults for 7 days. The location was perfect, quiet and well worth it! We will definitely come back. Thank you! Brad
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

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