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3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home

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Dining
A covered outdoor area with a wooden table and bench, overlooking a body of water.
Private kitchen
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a ship's wheel decoration, a blue armchair, a dark-colored sofa with patterned cushions, and a coffee table with a remote control and a bowl of snacks.
A two-story building with large windows, a deck, and a ladder.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Surf City Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Other Space 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 47 min drive - 53.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 66.0 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home on 13 Nov 2026 start from £660, 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 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Permuda Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! We really enjoyed the screened back deck & the dock to watch the sunsets. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the items you’d need. This place is a hidden gem and we look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very good value for this excellent property. Modern interior, clean, good basic media center. Overall excellent, and would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely little place

Loved the screened in porch. Spent most of the time out there when not raining
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay by the water

The place is very nice and cozy, was perfect for four guests and two dogs. Access to swimming, fishing, boating, etc. right off the back porch. Back porch was the family favorite hangout spot for the trip. Enjoyed seeing the dolphins in the morning while enjoying our coffee. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Just what we needed

We used this home as a place to get away from the kids and grandkids who were staying on the beach. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unwind

This place was amazing, perfect location. We loved that we had a boat ramp and dock. We were able to go swimming and fishing anytime we wanted. I hope to be able to rent it again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for this property. We are always grateful for any feedback from our guests, as we strive to provide you and your guest an enjoyable vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best little cottage

The home was cozy and the cleanest home we have stayed in yet. It was nice to have sheets and towels provided. We were able to put in our kayaks and enjoy the pier. Kitchen was furnished with all the cooking equipment we needed. We hope that we are able to rent next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect! Would highly recommend.

We got so lucky to get this place last minute. It had everything we needed. The property manager were very attentive and quick to respond. Such a great location with boat ramp access to the canal that made it easy for us to launch our 12' john boat for some early morning fishing before heading to the beach for the day. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!

The house is exactly as pictured. Cozy, quiet and relaxing. I loved the screened in back deck. There are plenty of comfortable outdoor seating options. The kitchen is well equipped. Great shower. You will have to put the linens on the beds which I didn’t mind doing. Speaking of the beds, they are not very comfortable but passable for a short time away from home. I stayed for 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great sound-side getwaway!

We rented this place for a few days for a quick beach getaway, and we had a great time. The house is small but had what we needed. There is no dishwasher, but we used paper plates, and it was not an issue. The dock and water in the backyard were where we spent most of our time, other than on the porch. The screen was ripped and needs repair in a few places. Definitely take water shoes if you plan to go in (or buy when you get there $10-$13 at East Coast Sports or Wings) the water by the dock as there are some shallow areas and there are shells. Other than that, take a raft or two and float your cares away! The beach is also a quick half mile walk away. We loved that we could take our dogs too! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family beach trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was beautiful. The view was incredible. We watched the boats go down the canal on the screened in back porch. We brought our 2 golden retriever’s and they just a blast swimming in the canal. The sunset were visible. Super clean and slept great! The host was available by email with a quick response time! We will be back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage!! Beautiful views!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and great little place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent location. Screened in porch overlooking bay is awesome. Dock came in handy for my local son to come pick me up in his boat. Very clean. Communication was fantastic. I will definitely book here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint Beach Cottage

Loved the little cottage by the canal. So relaxing to sit on the screened back porch and watch the Porpoise meander in the canal. A nice walk to the ocean. A very relaxing week. Hope to do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Surf City house

Very nice size for just the two of us, however it had room for several more. Great privacy on a dead-end road and close to the town. It is an older house and the appliances could use an updating but everything worked just fine. Big hint: make sure to flip the switch for the hot water tank when you arrive if it’s not already on. Cold shower…brrr.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for this property. We are always grateful for any feedback from our clients, as we strive to provide you and your guest an enjoyable vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bungalow getaway

This small ‘fisherman’s bungalow was the perfect size for the 3 people that stayed. It’s obviously an older property, but they’ve made updates to much of it. Clean and tidy, but beachy & casual. We were able to catch crabs off the back dock, and even a few (tiny) fish, so that provided some entertainment during the evenings. 1/2 mile walk to the beach was no big deal, and it’s a beautiful beach. The neighbors are lovely and friendly and we had the most relaxing and fun week. Would definitely rent this location again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for this property. We are always grateful for any feedback from our clients, as we strive to provide you and your guest an enjoyable vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was a very comfortable place, location was great, hope to rent next spring

Wonderful time, comfortable, everything we needed
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for this property. We are always grateful for any feedback from our clients, as we strive to provide you and your guest an enjoyable vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the location

Enjoyed our stay. House was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Surf City

Quiet neighborhood, nice area for fishing. Quick access to shops, restaurants, and the beach. Quick response to questions from realty company and owners.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice area

The home could use a little TLC. I’ve rented VRBO for many years in San Diego, Florida, Missouri and Colorado. I paid more for this rental than I have any other rental. It was not exactly what I expected but did have some nice qualities. The screened porch was our favorite and most used area. The doc was nice. I asked long time neighbor if it was safe to swim after I didn’t get response from VRBO. It is safe. My kids and grandkids loved that. Wished there were additional tv’s and dishwasher. I missed that part. I assumed most homes now days have them and a disposal on sink. I worked all week cleaning dishes for 6. My real issues here were the ants. (Food wasted because they got in pancake mix, cookies, snack foods)They were there before the hurricane hit but after they were everywhere. Including on me while I slept. They did send bug man. They were better by Thursday. Microwave wasn’t working. Home wasn’t level and the flooring was coming up. It wasn’t the best accommodations but it did serve the purpose. I was able to spend time w my Marine son and that’s what we came for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Our staycation

Renting this house, only 14 miles from our family’s home, turned into one of the best weeks of the year. The house was a perfect size for our family, it was clean, and I loved that the linens were clean and packaged and we put them on the beds. The house is short drive to the public beach access, on a quiet street, and the sunsets from the backyard were breathtaking. The listing said the house had a dock, which it did, and I called the property manager to confirm before renting that it could fit a boat. My husband drove our boat to the house on the waterway. Once he got there, the dock definitely didn’t fit a boat. Luckily the neighbor was incredibly kind and let us park at her dock. The AC unit was also not working. I called on Saturday evening, a couple hours after check in, to let someone know. Sunday they were closed, which is understandable, but no one called me back Monday either. We couldn’t get the house below 77 degrees. I called back on Tuesday and they replaced the unit on Wednesday. So, whoever rents this property next should have the perfect, cool stay :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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