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Welcome to your Sea Escape

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Bar top seats 4
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and decorative items like a lighthouse and sailboat.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There are two white stools and a small island with a sink.
Half Bathroom on main level
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Surf City Beach
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Inis Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower level full bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Toilet

Upstairs Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to your Sea Escape

Take in the forever views at this 4-bedroom oceanfront townhome. You’ll enjoy convenient 24-hour check-in with smart-lock technology.
The view of the endless, shimmering Atlantic Ocean is amazing. Nothing soothes the body and soul quite like rise and fall of ocean waves. And even though it’s vacation and you’re supposed to sleep late every day, be sure, just once, to get up early and watch the sun rise over the ocean. We promise, it’s a sight worth seeing. After you’ve finished your coffee, perhaps you’ll enjoy a stroll along the shoreline. You never know what treasures the sea may offer you - like a perfect seashell or a piece of polished sea glass.

Upper and lower oceanfront decks
New Paint throughout
New flooring in Master Bed & Bath and entire downstairs
5 Smart TV's (cable tv), wifi
New Door & Windows on upstairs Beach side of the house.
New Blinds Throughout
Beach access from ground floor and both the upper level and lower level beachside decks.
New kitchen faucet
New toilets
New hot water heater
New vanities with quartz counter tops and faucets downstairs
2 New HVAC units with wifi thermostats
LED lighting throughout

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome
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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

Property # 1607689vb
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 on the beach. Surf City Beach and Holly Shelter Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Inis Spa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Surf City Pier - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nikki's Sushi Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to your Sea Escape pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Welcome to your Sea Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to your Sea Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to your Sea Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to your Sea Escape located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 1 mile (2 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. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gray C.

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

Great Stay

Wonderful place to stay. Great location, great house, parking is a little tricky but we made it work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to be right in front of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia S.

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

Beautiful beach retreat

Lovely, well appointed property. Wonderful location and amazing sunrises.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray K.

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

A Wonderful Place to Stay

Everything from the location to the beach and town was excellent. The house is in great shape and is perfect for dog owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

We really enjoyed our time at this house. Really nice place great location.

It was a very nice place. Great location. The house has been updated and looks great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the great review Lee hope to have you back soon!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Mother/daughter weekend

Enjoyed our weekend very much! Would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Right on the beach

House is right on the beach, easy access for young kids. Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva N.

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

Great place to stay. The view is amazing

loved the place and location. great response from host. we will be back came all the way from CA.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Great beach getaway

If you’re looking for a nice and clean beachfront property in a nice little town this is a great option. The property was just as advertised. The decks offered great views and put you right on the beach. My wife and our dog had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana A.

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

Great Vacation

The house was exactly as advertised and right on the beach, which is what we wanted. Lance was an excellent host and answered our questions very quickly. Everything else that you could want was not very far away from groceries to restaurants to souvenir stores. Would definitely go back to Sea Escape for another week of vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Great getaway

We had a group of 6 adults and 1 toddler. This house has plenty of room, nice decor and very clean. We all enjoyed being able to walk straight out to the beach, as well as being within a mile or two of almost everything we wanted to go do. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend staying here, to anyone looking for a great vacation. The only downfall is if you have trouble with a lot of steps, you may find it hard to get around throughout the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Fall on the Beach

Annual family gathering. Condo was the right size and clean. Lance (owner) was very responsive to an entry issue and another minor issue. Location was about a mile North of main commerce area…not bad. Parking was tricky…hard to navigate under the edifice with a large SUV. We prefer an individual beach home…some ocean views were guarded by building next door, but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

STOP!! This is the beach house you want to rent!!

Lance’s property is FANTASTIC! It’s been a four years since we could take a vacation due to some health issues, busy schedules and everyday life. I was wanting a place that sits right on the beach. Somewhere that I could relax and my soul could rest and find peace. I contacted Lance and asked a couple of questions, not only did he respond promptly but he provided additional pictures in answer to some of my questions. He also provided some great places to eat that did not disappoint. Pictures doesn’t do this place justice. I immediately felt right at home! It’s spacious but with a comfy, cozy feel at the same time. The kitchen is well stocked With pots/pans and anything you could possibly need. Unfortunately we had to cut our vacation short due to Hurricane Dorian but I promise you I will rent this home again. Thank you sir for renting your property to us, we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Annette and her family were great guest. Super friendly, and understanding. Unfortunately, they had to cut the vacation short. Can't wait to have them back to make some more memories. Thanks again for coming! Lance Matias
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Family Vacation in Surf City

This was our first time in Surf City. We had so much fun and loved our location. We loved the small town feel right on the beach. The property owner, Lance, was wonderful. Not knowing how traffic would be we set out early to Surf City. Check In was at 3pm but we arrived about 1:30pm. We were well aware of our checkin time and knew we were early so Lance gave us some recommendations where to get a good lunch before we checked in. We ended up going to all the restaurants he suggested throughout our week stay! The property was wonderful. I picked this rental because i wanted to be right on the beach. Step out the door, off the deck and feel my toes in the sand. This place did the trick! It did have some upgrading done to it lately which were really nice. Not everything has been upgraded but I’m sure it’s a work in progress. It was spacious for a family of 5 + friends. Everything worked well and we couldn’t have asked for a better vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the GREAT review Michelle!!! We will be doing some more upgrades this off season. Hope you come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot right on the beachfront! House was clean, fit our family of 9 comfortably, and made for a stress-free and relaxing vacation. Host was responsive and provided clear directions, house expectations and information for our stay.Parking was a bit difficult for our SUV and truck, but we had great tenants next door at the time and we worked it out between us.We would come back each year and stay - it was excellent!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON R.

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

Beach Week 2022

Overall a good week at the beach. Lance was responsive when contacted and the property was well stocked with essentials for a week's stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike B.

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

Great location

Perfect for our small family. Great location on the beach with walking access to restaurants, shopping. Very responsive owner, minor issues were corrected quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Israel G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not What We Had Hoped For

This condo has some wonderful advantages, chief among them its convenient location in Surf City and its close proximity to the ocean—just steps away. The interior of the condo was clean and included a well-equipped kitchen. However, we can’t say this property was comparable to other 5-star rated rentals that we have enjoyed in the past. It adequately accommodated the five of us who stayed there, but it would have been much too cramped to handle 12 guests. As it was, we found it very crowded to have the five of us seated at the kitchen table at the same time. The living room furniture was tired and uncomfortable. Outdoor seating was available with plenty of seating. That feature was something we expected to enjoy. Unfortunately, the pigeons decided to take up residence on the top deck. Their droppings had completely covered a table in the corner; we carefully cleaned it off, but that was only a temporary solution as it was soon covered again. The protected steps leading into the condo were also quite dirty from the pigeon droppings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Don’t hesitate - it’s perfect - so close to the beach!

This was by far one of the nicest rentals I’ve stayed in. Pictures and description are spot on! (There are actually 2 couches so our group of 9 had plenty of room to sit and 4th bedroom actually had a double and twin so all 3 kids fit in there). This house is literally steps to the beach and so easy to get to everything (if you even want to leave). Other reviews mentioned the parking and it is awkward…but we just backed the van and truck in and had no problem at all Lance is a great host and replied to my questions/concerns quickly. If your hesitant to book this rental-don’t be. Just do it-you won’t be disappointed. Thanks again Lance for renting your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

madelyn l.

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

Family Fun

Baby gates were wonderful. Right on the beach perfect place we already booked for next year. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Great beach front home

Images are accurate, owner is very quick to respond and home is equipped with all the basic needs. We had a great time, saw a ton of dolphins swimming by and it was a very relaxing spot. Thank you Lance!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great location

Great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaye H.

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

Great space

The owner was very accommodating and helpful in making our stay perfect! We definitely will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Awesome beachfront house!

This place is exactly what you want if you're after for an amazing oceanfront view and walk out directly from the house to the beach. Location is great. Very close to restaurants and things to do in Surf City and Top Sail. The house is very nice with the ability to accommodate several people. The owner is also very courteous and communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Nice location

The townhome is directly in the beach, wonderful location. Teens could walk into town for ice cream, hamburgers. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lance Matias

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I've been an investor and landlord for 25 years including managing my own properties.

Why they chose this property

Under new ownership. Remodel work complete March 2019. Including 2 new HVAC's, and hot water heater. Also along the way I will be addressing anything that may come up based on feedback to make it the perfect vacation stay.

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English

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