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Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart

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Bask in the natural beauty with tall ceilings and wall-to-wall sliding doors
Upstairs queen bedroom with tons of space and natural light
Roomy bedroom #3 with a full bed and ensuite bathroom
Large master queen bedroom with a private deck and views of the Intracoastal
A short 3-4 minute walk or 1 min golf cart ride to our beach access #13!

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71502 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Southside Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart

This gorgeous, luxury waterfront townhome has been professionally furnished and decorated. It overlooks the sound providing breathtaking views of the ICWW and the beautiful Topsail Island sunsets! Located in the heart of Surf City, walking distance to convenient beach access, shops, restaurants and the Surf City Pier, it's a great place for a family or group of friends to enjoy a beach vacation. Each bedroom has its own bath with one tub/shower for the kids and two custom tiled walk in showers. The kitchen includes granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances with everything you need to entertain your friends and family. There is crown molding in every room and the living room and master bedroom were designed to have stunning wall-to-wall sliding glass doors to enhance those views of the ICWW. Come home from the beach to a private outdoor shower and enjoy the views of the sunset from your two decks! You will truly appreciate the attention to detail and quality throughout this home.

This vacation home has been designed with a luxury yet beachy feel that is sure to give you peaceful, renewed energy. This space boasts high ceilings and feels bright and airy throughout. The property includes customized wall-to-wall sliding glass doors that open from both sides to the 2 private decks, providing plenty of natural light the entire day.

The space has been set up primarily for renters, so it is kept clear of all personal clutter while providing all the details you need for a comfortable stay. This is more than a rental, it feels like your home away from home. Since we stay at the property in the shoulder seasons ourselves, we are meticulous about maintaining the pristine condition. Unlike other properties, you don't have to worry about lack of attention to detail to fixing the wear and tear a beach house takes (mold, rust, rot, missing paint, etc).

In summer 2022, we added a brand new luxury street legal golf cart to the property! It comes complete with free beach/public parking, leather seats, and a great sound system. You will have a blast riding the golf cart to the nearby shops, restaurants, beach access, and the pier. We charge $50/day or $250/week for access to the golf cart.

The first floor consists of the garage and entryway. In the back of the garage there is an outdoor shower and propane grills. The second floor has 2 bedrooms, each with their own private full bathroom and closet space as well as the laundry room. The master bedroom is on the second floor and includes a private covered deck, walk-in closet and dedicated workspace. The third floor has a large open living space which includes the kitchen and the living room. The living room wall-to-wall glass doors open from both sides out to the upstairs deck. The 3rd floor's oceanside of the property includes another queen bedroom with a full bathroom that opens up to the common area as well as the bedroom.

Each bedroom includes its own dedicated guest closet space, a dresser, and hangers to make your stay organized and convenient. If you need a 4th bed, there is a high end blow up mattress in the garage you can put in the living room. However, guests shorter than 5'8 enjoy sleeping on the insanely comfortable couch we have instead of the blow up mattress.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need including Pottery Barn Dishware and an additional Ice Machine for your beach days. The dining areas can comfortably fit 6 people outside and 4 inside. There is an additional 6 person folding table available in the case of poor weather.

Have infants? No problem. We have a baby stroller, booster seats, and gates for each floor.

Need to get some work done? We got you covered with really fast WiFi and great workspaces for remote work. The master bedroom's desk (new ergonomic desk chair not photographed yet) looks out towards the vast views of the ICWW. The other work space is the kitchen counter on the other floor, which makes it the ideal place for couples to do a "remote work" stay by the beach with really fast WiFi!

Don't want to lug your beach stuff? As a courtesy, we provide guests with access to 4 beach chairs, beach towels, umbrella, baby items, 2 beach cruiser bikes, free weights, and a new ping pong table in our first floor garage.

Property manager

James von der Lieth

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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 10:00 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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Travelling with kids? Consider Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Inis Spa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Surf City Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Southside Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views & Golf Cart located?

This family-friendly Surf City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi, Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Seacoast Art Gallery and Surf City Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

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

A great stay

The condo is modern and beautifully furnished. The availability of the golf cart was terrific! We never used our cars. The beach is a 2 minute walk away and is a great beach. I recommend it highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey W.

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

Short Walk w/ Great Views!!

James was an amazing host. He was very responsive and kind! We loved the house - not too far from the beach. Adding the golf cart was a nice perk! We drove all over the island and enjoyed all the local eateries!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

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

Perfect townhouse @ Surf City!

We stayed in this great townhouse with my family and our two dogs. The house was clean, beautifully decorated and had great views of the marshes from the balconies. It is walking distance to the beach. We enjoyed the use of the golf cart to get around town to restaurants and the beach. The linens were also conveniently there when we arrived. Extra plus was that the home was dog friendly. Our host was available to answer any questions. The townhome was perfect for all our needs!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Josh N.

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

We thought we were getting….

We stayed for a week at this house and let’s just say, it was not luxury for the price. Outside of the location and the view. If you do not like stairs then this is not your place. The unit was dirty and the kitchen is not very functional. There is no kitchen table inside to eat a family meal, which made it tough to enjoy Topsail Steamers. The AC worked ok and the dryer has to be run at least 4 times to dry the clothes. The odor from the marsh is pungent which makes it tough to sit out on the two decks and cannot have dog go out back to go to the bathroom due to wildlife. The owners were responsive and did their best but the unit just does not live up to the cost when compared to other homes on the island. We highly suggest the golf cart which made the stay fun and great way to get around so you do not have to drive your car. Overall an ok spot but we felt the cost did not match what you get.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

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

Excellent Stay!

This townhome was beautiful, clean and accommodated all of our needs. Very comfortable for the 6 of us that stayed, plus our dog. The owner, James, was extremely professional and super responsive to our needs. My advice - rent the golf cart! It was the highlight of our trip - so fun tootling around the island, and the island is very golf cart friendly. The only drawback was that the property is located on a busy street, but we stayed Labor Day weekend - extra traffic. Bonus - location was very accessible to shops, restaurants and short walk to the beach. Thanks James, we had a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth P.

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

Beautiful home, great location!

My wife and I found the home just as advertised. Beautiful place, everything we need and more! We immediately felt at home which made for a wonderful weeks vacation. The street it's on is busy, BUT, it's also so close to some of the main attractions. so well worth it. The golf cart is a MUST, was so fun to cruise to our local daily trips to the beach, the shops, and the restaurants. Communication during the trip was 5-start for sure. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

The view!

Comfortable. Convenient. Easy walk to beach and dinner. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

david joseph p., Waxhaw NC

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

Great time in Topsail

This place was great for a family of 5 (2 adults, 3 children - ages 2,6,8). Fantastic view of the sunset over the the marsh. The rental was clean and nicely decorated. The kitchen was well stocked and there were many items there that we did not expect. Bathrooms and kitchen were well cleaned and again fully stocked. The garage had had extra chairs, bikes, beach toys which we also did not expect to find. Quick walk to the beach with smaller children. The owner and rental agency responded quickly to questions. Only negative (and really wouldn't have been a concern if it wasn't for our small kids) is that you're on a busy road (210). Great rental and would rent again (when the kids are older)!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

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

Great place to stay!

The property is beautiful inside and out! Close enough to everything to walk but far enough from center of Surf City to have your own space on the beach. We enjoyed all of the “extras” that came with the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by James von der Lieth

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Hi my name is James von der Lieth! I was born in New England but I lived in Charleston, South Carolina for over a decade. Now, I work for a Fintech startup in Austin, TX and have this townhome as a second home that I rent out. I love the Carolina coastline because of the amazing hospitality, friendliness, food and underrated quaint beach towns like Surf City. I also enjoy providing an amazing vacation experience for renters, and also own a vacation rental property in the Charleston, SC area that has a great track record (4.93 rating on Airbnb). For this property, I've contracted with a local property management group to ensure everything is taken care for your stay! They will be your main point of contact and are located right down the street!

Why they chose this property

I decided to buy this property as a second home for getaway surf trips and for a relaxing atmosphere to work remotely with my girlfriend when we need to escape from the city. When I'm not staying at the property, I lock my personal items away in a closet, and rent the house out to help pay the mortgage. Maybe I'm biased but I think Surf City is one of the most underrated beach towns in the country. After looking for a property for a couple months, I fell in love with this property because of the amazing views, proximity to the beach and the luxury yet beach-y feel.

What makes this property unique

The location is amazing because you get an enclave of peace with incredible Intracoastal Waterway sunsets, while being only a few blocks from beach access and incredible restaurants and shops.

Languages:

English, Spanish