Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.
Welcome to Steps To The Sound, an adorable and cozy soundside cottage in North Topsail Beach. This home was meticulously renovated and decorated by veteran vacation home owners/managers, who have been offering exceptional rentals to travelers since 2012. This home sleeps a maximum of four, and while it may be on the small side, it is full of character, amenities and was designed with guest needs in mind.
We are in an ideal location in North Topsail, convenient to both Surf City and Sneads Ferry. The beach access is a short walk across Island Drive.
The home is located directly on the sound, and offers a private dock to enjoy peace and quiet, and stunning sunsets over the sound. The main living area was transformed from a cramped space with too many walls to an open floor plan with a large dining island, and views of the sound from the kitchen and living area. There is a cushy & comfy sofa, two swivel chairs (for facing both the sofa and the TV) and a 65" Smart TV. The kitchen is fully stocked for your cooking needs, and we have a steamer pot ready for your vacation seafood boils. We offer a floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinet that's left empty for guest food storage. We keep the kitchen stocked with dish soap, dishwasher tabs, hand soap, kitchen towels, 2 rolls of paper towels and a full supply of trash bags.
There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both bedrooms have premium Tempur-Cloud mattresses by Tempurpedic. The master bedroom has a king bed, and ensuite bathroom with custom tile shower, and sound views with a slider to the back deck. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and is adjacent to the hallway full bath with custom tiled bathtub/shower combo. Each bedroom has custom closets with shelving and dual hanging space. Although the cottage is compact, we have taken great care to maximize storage for your personal items. Each bedroom also features nightstands with drawers for your clothing or essentials. We supply all linens (sheets, towels, and beach towels).
There is a laundry room in the cottage as well with a full-size stackable washer/dryer, an iron & ironing board, a vacuum and mop for any spills/sand, and a supply of basic cleaning supplies. We keep a supply of turkish towels you can take to the beach with you.
Our under house storage contains beach chairs for your use, a Yeti backpack cooler, and a Shibumi Shade and a beach cart. We have an open air outdoor shower behind the house where you can rinse off the beach salt & sand, and the fence has hooks for your beach towels.
We are dog friendly for one adult dog under 20 lbs, housebroken and crate trained only, please. We have a small fenced area in the side yard with dog turf for safe potty breaks. Dogs must be vaccinated for rabies, and be on prescription flea and tick medication. Proof is required after booking. Also, dogs must be crate trained, and housebroken, and crated anytime they are left alone in the home. No exceptions. If your dog is not accustomed to being crated, this may not be an enjoyable vacation for them. 😊
Bring your kayaks or rent them locally. We are just two doors down from the North Topsail kayak launch at W Rodney Knowles Park.
We have considered it an honor to host travelers at our vacation rentals since 2012. In addition to Steps To The Sound, we also offer an oceanfront home that sleeps 8 (4 BR/3 BA), called Steps To The Sea, which is just a few houses down. We also have two cabins in the Smoky Mountains (Next Step Heaven and A Step Above), and two rentals in Englewood FL (SW Gulf Coast) on Manasota Key (Next Step Paradise and Next Step Serenity).
Guests acknowledge there are RING floodlight cameras at the driveway level for security purposes only. **THE CONTENT ABOVE IS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER/MANAGER. EVERYTHING BELOW THIS MESSAGE IS AUTOGENERATED BY VRBO AND MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY.**
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Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in North Topsail Beach. Use is prohibited on this property, on the beach/sound, or anywhere within city limits.
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Property # 3359171vb
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
About the area
Sneads Ferry
Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. North Shore Golf Course and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 41 min drive - 58.3 km
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 60 min drive - 64.4 km
Getting around
Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Spiaggia Ristobar - 9 min drive
Cancun Mexican - 9 min drive
Fish Monger's Honest Seafood - 16 min drive
Jersey Mike's Subs - 7 min drive
Smoky Tony's BBQ - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?
As of 13 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. on 23 Jul, 2026 start from S$533, 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 Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Steps to the Beach! Great amenities, and access to to the beach. If you visit, make sure to take advantage of sunsets on the rear deck.
From beginning to end. This host was extremely professional and helpful. The house is in an amazing location. The sound is directly behind the house with a beautiful pier to walk out to it. The beach is easily accessible by walking across the street to the public access. The house was very clean and the kitchen was stocked with everything needed for cooking. This place has everything you need to have a relaxing vacation. My doggie loved the toys and amenities that were left for him
This is beautifully designed & well maintained space with high quality amenities. It was as nice on the inside as it was to be outside. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Property is in great location. The ocean is a short walk across the street and there is a great dock with a beautiful marsh behind the house, great to relax on the back deck or dock to watch the sunset!
We love this house so much!! Second time staying here and hope for many more! Our most favorite place at the beach! We love everything about it, sound, beach, kitchen, views, location!!! Clean and fully stocked.
Very clean, beautifully decorated. Kitchen had any and everything you could possibly need. Sitting on the back deck and dock was my favorite part. The view was spectacular!! So much fun watching the fish jumping and all the different types of birds. It was a very short walk to the beach. Highly recommended staying here!! My dogs loved it too!!
The dock on the sound was wonderful. We had a beautiful weather week and watched the sunset most nights. Also the beach was great and just a short walk away from the house. The house was comfortable, beautiful and clean. It was perfect for the two of us. We will be back. We didn't want to leave.
Nice location with easy access to the beach. House was super clean with all the right amenities. Michelle was very nice and responded quickly to all of our questions. Would definitely stay here again.
Gorgeous cottage. Immaculate and entirely renovated with lovely design choices. Beautiful marsh views and just across the street from the ocean. Perfect size for two teens, dog, and me. Would love to stay again!
Beth L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Michelle
Hi, I'm Michelle! I have been hosting happy travelers since 2012. I make guest satisfaction a priority, and feel confident you'll be pleased with your stay. Our properties are meticulously designed and well maintained. We try to think of everything that will make your stay pleasant, comfortable and memorable. My co-host is Julia. She will cover for me when I'm traveling for business. She has been assisting travelers in the vacation rental industry for years, and in my absence, she will make certain you are supported, should a need arise.
Why they chose this property
Steps To The Sound is the perfect Topsail Island location. It's close enough to the action to make an easy trip to attractions and restaurants, but far enough away that the beaches are not crowded, and you can truly enjoy some down time on the beach.
What makes this property unique
The cottage is quaint and cozy, and offers exceptional style and amenities. We provide all the comforts of home, and then some. We are committed to making your vacation not just a comfortable one, but also a memorable one.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests