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The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.

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Balcony at Sunset
Viewing North End from Balcony
Balcony view
Balcony
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Sea view
    Sea view

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • North Topsail Beach
    13 min walk
  • Seaview Pier
    6 min drive
  • Surf City Beach
    9 min drive
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.

Welcome to the Northern Exposure. Beautiful top floor beachfront condo with views of the North end of Topsail Island from the bedroom, kitchen and balcony (very few units have views from every room). Wake to a spectacular ocean sunrise from your bedroom window and then sip your coffee on your private balcony watching the dolphins swim by as the fishing boats head out to sea

Provided are: Free parking and Free WiFi! New Roku large flat screen TV, DVD Player, queen size sleeper sofa in living room. Stove, refrigerator and dishwasher in the well-appointed kitchen. Queen size bed and new Roku TV in bedroom. Set of bunk beds in hallway. Two bar height Adirondack chairs and table on balcony. Everything you need to make this your perfect getaway vacation spot.

Weekly (7 night) rentals only during beach season (Apr-Sept). Check in and out is only available on Saturday during this time. Off season rentals require a minimum 3 night stay but have flexible check in/out days. PLEASE NOTE that all bookings will now INCLUDE complete sets of linens and bath towels for your stay (this was the most requested amenity and we are happy to now be able to provide it). We also now have keyless entry (no more keeping track of keys).

Please check out the photos: This isn't simply near the beach or have a view of the beach, you are literally on the beach. The North end of the island isn't crowded even at peak season and provides you plenty of space to enjoy a quiet and relaxing stay.

SPECIAL NOTES FOR TRAVELERS:

Sandbags are in front of all Buildings in North Topsail and the beach directly in front of the building may not be accessible during high tide. There is always beach access and availability that is easy to get to by using the public beach access to the left of building 1 (our building) which is just a short walk away (please see photo).

Please take note that this is a 3rd floor condo with no elevator. While the 3rd floor provides breathtaking views, guests who may have difficulty ascending stairs with luggage, groceries, etc. should take this into consideration.

If you have any questions or concerns, PLEASE inquire. We want to make certain that you have a wonderful stay at the Northern Exposure.

Property manager

Lisa Marie Grant
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Sea view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave condo as you find it. Please do not re-arrange furnishings.
Porch rails are not to be used as clotheslines for towels and clothing. Do not store items by the front door. Such actions can result in fines.
The condo association has a strict "NO PET" policy for rentals. Violating this policy could result in you being asked to leave and deposit forfeited.

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Sneads Ferry

Located in Sneads Ferry, this condo is on the beach. Seaview Pier and North Shore Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • North Topsail Beach - 13 min walk
  • Seaview Pier - 6 min drive
  • North Shore Golf Course - 10 min drive
  • Thurston Art Gallery - 17 min drive
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Northern Exposure - Beautiful Beachfront Condo Right on the Ocean. located?

This Sneads Ferry condo building is on the beach, 0.6 mi (1 km) from North Topsail Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Surf City Beach and Seaview Pier. Sea Haven Beach and North Shore Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leslie Smith H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Sandbag Beach
The property owner failed to disclose the severity of the “sandbags” on the beach. The 10 feet by 4 feet bags surround the entire unit and are stacked 10 bags high. You can walk over sandbags during low tide to get to a narrow beach area adjacent to the property. During high tide, you must walk on street to get to the beach. The back of the building is inaccessible during high tide. Asthetically unappealing to say the least; a total bummer, and very inconvenient, and unsafe. It’s very sad what’s happened to this area- full disclosure and pictures should be posted with the listing - Saying there are sandbags on the beach is a gross understatement. False advertising to say the least.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, not ideal stay
The view from the property is excellent and really right on the water. The beach is highly eroded and it is not possible to access the beach from the condo during mid to high tide (as stated in the listing). The appliances are quite dated which made cooking food during the tropical storm challenging. We spent several days dealing with a leaking ceiling and very high humidity in the condo. Lack of amenities was frustrating for this price point— no soap, trash bags, toilet paper to even get you started . Communication with host was good and we appreciated the updates on the storm and potential for flooding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Topsail
Nice, a little smaller than anticipated, but cozy. Not much storage space. Bedroom and kitchen windows need sun blocking curtains. View was good. Not much beach at high tide. Overall, it was fine. Host were helpful with information and the rental process was easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sonnie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
This is my second summer staying here. I love it! Waking up to witness the sunrise is my favorite part of the day. The kitchen is nicely stocked and the linen service is incredibly convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View
Great time of the year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
The view was amazing! Weather was perfect! Other than having to go up and down 3 flights of stairs everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Week
My husband and I had a great week of relaxing on the beach. This condo was plenty of room for the two of us. The host was in contact with me from the time I booked it, giving me a lot of helpful information. The keyless entry was great, not having to remember a key every time we went out. The place was clean and provided everything we needed. Outstanding views from the balcony, we were up two different days to see the sun rise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Fairfax Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Views and location
Location and the views are amazing. Communication with the host is spontaneous and was very helpful. We stayed during Hurricane Idalia and the host kept us updated with weather as well as potential flooding power outages. It is a 3rd floor condo so you have great views but also there is no elevator. The condo is tastefully decorated and clean. Condo is directly on the beach and close.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and nice host!
The views from the balcony are absolutely stunning as you get to watch the sunrise every morning right from the balcony or the full-length kitchen window. Lisa is very responsive to messages and genuinely believes in guests having a comfortable and great experience at her place. We made wonderful memories as a family during our visit. Will definitely stay again if we get the chance!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

seth h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Getaway
Exactly as described and pictured! Easy access to a great part of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Condo on the Beach!
We enjoyed our stay at this condo directly on the beach. The view was amazing! The weather was great! We beached it everyday and we were very grateful for the handheld shower at the steps that made it very easy to clean us and all of our things off! We ventured out to the surrounding areas and enjoyed lots of great restaurants and activities like the Ghost Crab Hunt through Ecological Marine Adventures in Surf City. The kids learned how to catch and learned different things about ghost crabs. The kids loved it so much we went out the next two nights as a family hunting for ghost crabs at the condo. The condo owners were very helpful and attentive to any questions and concerns we had and had great communication with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Very nice property great location. The only thing we werent happy with was the bed. felt like we were sleeping on a box spring.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee J., Flowery Branch, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Location EVER
The write-up is 100% correct: this is a cute unit and an amazing view. We loved the time spent on the balcony listening to the ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sonnie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
The condo had everything we needed for our vacation. I loved that linens and towels were provided. So helpful! The view from the balcony was perfect. I watched the sunrise every morning. It's a perfect view of it! We will most definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay
Best view anywhere. Place was quiet and perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank You
Great host. Great place. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Condo, Spectacular Views!
Well appointed and beautifully decorated. Amazing views from every room. We had a great week!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
Location on the beach is not exaggerated and couldn’t have been any more perfect! The condo was clean and cozy. The owner was very quick to respond to our questions and accommodated our request to stay another day and for early check in. Thank you for advertising the truth of your property and location setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svitlana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view
The beach/ocean views from this condo is amazing. We didn’t even have to leave the condo to get a view of the sunrise. We enjoyed our stay. The condo is nicely decorated and gives you the beachy feel. Everything was clean and tidy. A plus for this condo is it does have a dishwasher. We didn’t use it but if you plan on preparing meals, it is a nice amenity. We have stayed in two other condos at Topsail Reef and they did not have a dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome week at the beach!
Our favorite part of our stay was definitely the balcony that provided amazing views and sounds from the surf! The shower was very refreshing. We had a slight issue that was quickly resolved after the owner was notified. It is a very family friendly and quiet area. We never had an issue with noise. The only negative was that the bathroom had a bad odor to it. No matter what we did we could not get rid of it. We kept the door partially closed the whole time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J., Gray TN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway Vacation
Enjoyed our stay at this cute and quiet condo with a amazing view of the ocean. Loved sitting on balcony enjoying our cup of coffee and looking at the ocean, the owners were great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo and great views!
We loved our stay! The view was amazing; third story, overlooking the water, and easy access to the beach. Lisa was also very, very responsive to our messages. We highly recommend this condo! 10/10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!
Had a great time at the beach. The condo overlooks the ocean, and you can see the beach from the bedroom and kitchen. Plenty of room for our family of five! Lisa was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Marie Grant

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My husband and I have been vacationing at Topsail Reef since 2014 and fell in love with the area. We were so happy to finally purchase a condo at Topsail Reef in January of 2021. This is not just an investment property for us but a home away from home. Thus, you can count on it to be well cared for, properly maintained, and continually improved.

Why they chose this property

Wonderful beach front community with everything you could ask for. Enjoy a quiet beach day dolphin watching, swimming, or walking the beach collecting ocean treasures while at the same time having everything you need (fine dining, shopping, etc.) close by.

What makes this property unique

Overlooks North end of Topsail Island with a view from every room. Very few units have this feature. You wake to an unobstructed view of a spectacular ocean sunrise from your bedroom window.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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