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Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Outdoor spa tub
Beach
Exterior
Breakfast meal

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, North Topsail Beach
  • Place, Seaview Pier
  • Place, Sneads Ferry Marina
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

1st Floor/Captains Bedroom

1 King Bed

1st Floor/Moon Bedroom

1 King Bed

1st Floor/ Twin over Double Bunk Room

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

1st Floor/Wave Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor/Sandpiper Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Floor/Seaview Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

1st Floor Dolphin Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

1st Floor Sea Turtle Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

2nd Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

3rd Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings

“THE most amazing VRBO I’ve ever stayed in and my husband (who is very picky) said it was his most favorite of all time. The private beach is THE BEST on the island…” – Erin, May 2022

This iconic 6-bedroom, 4-bath beachfront property boasts 180-degree ocean views. Wide windows that pierce the panels of the unique dome-style architecture allow for swaths of natural light to flood the space and showcase stunning views of waves crashing on the beach - from almost every room!

THE HOUSE:
Welcome to Seaside Stargazer, a completely refreshed Dome home in North Topsail, NC. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by the scent of the ocean, the sounds of the waves, and the sight of incredible architecture and bespoke stained glass windows! It’s your very own private 6-bedroom home with plenty of space for 14 people - and even 8 cars. Starting with the private beach, up to the 4th story indoor crow’s nest with its own hammocks, out to a spacious deck and a private Master balcony, this is what makes for unforgettable sunsets and sunrises inside and out. Seaside Stargazer transforms an ordinary beach vacation into a truly unforgettable experience.

"Stunning views, effortless access to the beach, and the open floor plan allowed for limitless family gatherings. Our vacation was too short to enjoy all this place had to offer." – Cara, 2022

LIVING SPACES:
The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area enables the entire group to appreciate this space together, but this house also has enough nooks and crannies to give everyone their own special spot!

Snuggle into one of the living room window seats with a cup of coffee in the morning, or bring a glass of wine out to an Adirondack chair on the deck at sunset. Look out over the open living area and the ocean beyond from the loft above while enjoying the state-of-the-art Infinity games table or settling in for a movie. Relax on the lower level deck in the Viking Hot Tub and listen to the waves crash.

"Loved the hot tub It was the best to relax, listen to the waves, and enjoy the beach after sunset in the winter!!" - Georgianne, 2022

"This is a phenomenal house in an outstanding location. We especially loved the upper deck which had wonderful sea breezes all day long…Easily one of the best vacations we have ever taken!"
– Nora, 2022

KITCHEN & DINING:
The updated Kitchen with its ocean views makes every meal a pleasure, and being fully stocked with amenities doesn’t hurt!

-Huge prep island with granite counters
-Additional eat-in peninsula that seats 3
-An oceanside dining table for 4
-Massive dining table for 8

As we continue to look around the dining room, you'll find a separate built-in cocktail bar! Entertaining here is always a breeze. Off the 2nd Floor deck is a charcoal grill and picnic table for beach-y lunches and al fresco dinners!

- Fully stocked Kitchen Pantry and Appliances – including a 3 gallon Lobster Pot!
- Coffee Station with Drip, Keurig & Coffee Grinder
- Formal Dining Table for 8
- Casual Dinette overlooking the Beach, seats 4
- Eat-in Kitchen Counter with seating for 3
- Upper Deck Charcoal Grill and Picnic Table

"Truly the best-stocked house we have stayed at…Such a fun, unique house!!! The only thing we needed was MORE days." – Holly, 2022

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS:
The unique qualities of the incredible dome-style layout also enable nearly every bedroom to be oceanfront. With 4 King bedrooms, 1 Queen, and a Bunkroom with 2 sets of bunk beds that sleeps 6, this house has plenty of space for everyone in your group. At the end of a day spent under the sun, settle into your crisp sheets and turn on your favorite movie in any bedroom – each one has its own Smart TV. Or head up to the 4th-floor indoor crow’s nest to relax in a hammock and check out the stars!

**New Booster Pump Installed for the best water pressure on the Island!

1st Floor/Beach Level:
Oceanfront Captains King Bedroom
Oceanfront Moon King Bedroom with direct Deck access
Oceanfront Wave Queen Bedroom with direct Deck access
Bunk Bedroom – 2 Sets of Twin Beds over Full Bunks
2 Full Bathrooms (Dolphin & Sea Turtle)
- Linens & towels provided
- Hairdryers provided
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided

2nd/Main Floor (includes Kitchen, Living & Dining):
Oceanfront Sandpiper King Bedroom
Designated Full Bath
- Linens & towels provided
- Hairdryers provided
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided

3rd/Upper Floor (Loft):
Oceanfront King SeaView Bedroom with Private Balcony towards Bayside (sunset views)
Designated Full Bath
- Linens & towels provided
- Hairdryers provided
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided

"The beach was never crowded, and there were plenty of beach chairs and umbrellas for everyone."
–Jessica, 2022

Steps down from the lower deck is the gorgeous North Top Sail coastline where you can spend the day soaking up sun and watching dolphins and pelicans at play. The beach is famous for being a great spot to collect shark teeth and moon rocks. Have a competition with your friends and family to see who can collect the most throughout your stay. Note: Plan to enjoy your beach time at low tide, as high tide can be high! And don’t forget to be on the beach for sunsets and sunrises, they’re magical!

OUTDOOR AMENITIES:
- Private Beach Access
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Umbrellas
- Beach Towels
- Water Sports Gear
- 2 Outdoor Showers on the Private Boardwalk
- Parking/Ground level enclosed Outdoor Shower

“The property is well-stocked with beach chairs, sand toys, towels, etc… The home very comfortably hosts a large group of different ages!” – Sarah, 2022.

ESSENTIALS:
- Samsung Smart TV’s in all bedrooms and loft living room
- WIFI (500+ Mbps)
- Central Heating & AC
- Infinity Gaming Table loaded with over 100 games
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking for up to 8 cars at the end of a long, private driveway

PET POLICY:
- Pets must be approved by the host.
- 2 Pets allowed (total), under 20 lbs.
- Pets waste must be cleaned up ($50 fine)
- Owners agree to not let pet on beds or furniture.

This property welcomes every kind of visitor – from the night-time stargazers and the early morning birdwatchers to the sun-tanning teens and the kids who don’t want to leave the ocean. Seaside Stargazer will provide a 5-star Stay in a home you will never forget, with beachfront memories that will call you back year after year.

AROUND OUR TOWN:
Seaside Stargazer is in a great spot to explore all the nearby areas on Topsail Island.

-Sneads Ferry is just a 15-minute drive
-Surf City is about a 30-minute drive
-North Topsail Park is only a 6-minute drive.
-Public Access Pier, just 14 minutes by foot.
-North Topsail Surf & Paddle has plenty of beach rentals including surfboards, skim boards, paddleboards, and kayaks!

Here are a few top-rated restaurants and activities in North Top Sail:
- Splash by the Sea
- Beach Bum’s Pizza Bar & Grill
- Low Tide Steak House & Sand Bar
- Camp Lejuene

and some others in Surf City (30 min drive south):
- Shaka’s Tacos
- Beach Shop and Grille
- Sears Landing (phenomenal crab cakes & key lime pie)

"Make sure to book a visit to the sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation in Surf City as it was exceptional and the grandkids loved it." – Debbie, 2023

GETTING TO THE HOUSE:
Fly into Jacksonville (OAJ) Airport and take a 45 minute drive to North Topsail. Or, fly into Wilmington Airport, just an hour drive away and enjoy the scenic ride along the coastline. With either airport, you can rent a car, take an uber, or order a car service.

GUEST ACCESS:
The long driveway allows for plenty of car parking space. You can fit at least 8 vehicles in the driveway, as our guests are the only ones that have access to it.


OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Seaside Stargazer is complete with refreshed interiors including new painted walls, new floors, new mattresses, and new linens and towels. The kitchen and pantry are fully stocked. Bathroom necessities, toiletries, laundry detergent, paper towels, and toilet paper are supplied to get you started. Our Kitchen “pay-it-forward” policy here is a big hit.

We do not offer discounts at this time. We offer an extremely high level of service, flexibility, and a ton of amenities not found in most beach rentals. If you have a specific request, we will do what we can to accommodate you.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:
We don't live on the Island, but we have a stellar team that does! They are ready to help in case of any emergency.

ABOUT THE HOST:
Hello! My name is Vanessa and Jacob is my husband. We've been married 20 years and have 6 kids. Though this property is new to us (2021), our family-run business has gratefully served over 900 sets of happy guests at many different properties over the years. We strive to provide an exceptional guest experience focusing our efforts on cleanliness, service, and providing everything you need to have an easy and enjoyable getaway.

We bought this house because we feel like we have a private beach. There is an empty lot to our left, and our right neighbors have such a large home, they had to build further back. We hardly see people at the end of this quiet island, and we love that added feeling of being by ourselves. We hope you have the BEST time at the Seaside Stargazer, our slice of heaven!

**Ring cameras: 1 front door, (to allow in maintenance personnel and monitor deliveries) 1 oceanside (crows nest) to watch for storms, and 1 under the lowest deck (facing the dune and decking to check on beach erosion, last fall we had posts dangling out of the sand). NO ring cameras are recording, and will NOT be accessed during guests stays. Used only for Hurricane conditions to monitor house and ocean safety.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Launder all used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seaview Pier - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Ashe Island - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Sneads Ferry Marina - 24 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 51 min drive - 62.6 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River View Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arrr Pirate Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Splash By The Sea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cancun Mexican - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings 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 Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Seaside Stargazer+Hot Tub+Pets OK+Infinity Table+Beach Gear+4 Kings located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from North Topsail Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Seaview Pier. Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David K.

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

Enjoyable stay

Really enjoyed our stay here. Would definitely recommend for family vacations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marin H.

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

The coolest house!

We really enjoyed this unique house! It was truly one of a kind. Would recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre M.

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

Great spot!

Great space for a large family!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Excellent

Great place to stay! Glad I decided on this location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Beautiful Escape

Excellent location on North Topsail Island. Unique layout and perfect for a large gathering of family/friends. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Topsail

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Another great stay!

This was our second stay at the Seaside Stargazer. It was just as great the second time! See you again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Incredible house and customer service

This house is everything advertised and more. The owner and property manager were communicative and extremely kind. The location could not have been better, and the tiki bar only a block away was a huge hit. Will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Wonderful Stay!

This was our second time visiting the Dome House and once again it was amazing. The owner and property manager are great to work with and very responsive. The kitchen is fully supplied with anything you could ever need, and more. There are plenty of beach towels, chairs and toys that makes beach days simple. If you are looking for a perfect beach house for your get away this is the place. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamilah P.

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

Perfect Business

We held our annual business planning retreat. The home was the perfect setting and had everything we needed to spread out and do business as well as gather together as friends. We absolutely loved this house, so much that we hardly ever left.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Amazing house!

This house was such a blessing to my family and I. It was clean and the house is stunning. The view of this house is incredible! Loved the fact that most of the bedrooms except 2 have king beds. The kitchen and bathrooms were mostly stocked with everything you need. We would love to stay at this house again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Fantastic time!

This place is as listed and more! The views are superb, the weather over New Years was fantastic! The beds are all so comfy and you have all the kitchen ware you can need. We had an infant and there was a high chair provided and plenty of gates that prevent access to the water. 15/10 would be back again. We had 10 adults and 1 child and we stayed very very comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Unique stay on the beach

We had a fabulous stay on the beach at the Seaside Stargazer. The house is very unique with its dome shape. Everything in the house was exactly as listed. Plenty of room to spread out. The house also has a lot of perks - spices, condiments, paper products, soaps, shampoos, linens, coffee. They go above and beyond most VRBOs. It made for a very relaxing and easy stay. We also liked that it was pet friendly and our dog was able to come along. The deck is perfect as it has multiple gates so your fur babies won't wander off if they want to go soak in some sun on the deck. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony C.

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

Wonderful house for families!

We loved the location on the beach, which we often had to ourselves in the mornings and evenings (mid-week stay in April), and when not on the beach we had great views of the ocean from the deck and hot tub and throughout the house. Very relaxing break for our family - the house had plenty of room for both quiet retreats and togetherness. The game area upstairs by the balcony allowed the kids to play (love the electronic game board!) while adults lounged in the window seats with an amazing view. Everything was very thoughtfully provided, the beds were really comfortable, soaps provided throughout the house, the kitchen pretty well outfitted, pans in good condition - all these little things were really appreciated. House manager Christine was great at reaching out and communicating. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beach house! It was exactly as described - clean, comfortable, and perfectly located right on the beach. The convenience of walking straight out to the sand made it ideal for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second summer staying at the Seaside Stargazer! Had another great stay and made lots of great memories with loved ones!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Everyone enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minh G.

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

Beautiful home for a nice family getaway

We loved the house with all its unique details. The living space and kitchen were stand outs for family meals and hanging out. Loved the loft and crows nest area as well. We made many memories here. The ocean views were one of the best we have ever had in a beach house.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Our beach trip

Beautiful home that offers 5 ocean front rooms. Despite a storm that wiped out beach access, we had a wonderful week and owners restored beach access via dune crossing and steps. It has a secluded beach area, once the tide was out. My only regret was not booking a longer stay. FYI, after storm, the front of home was very popular with the older shell hunting folks.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SD B.

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

Great Floor Plan and Amenities, Wonderful Stay

This was the perfect house for our extended family--areas for smaller groups to congregate and for the entire family to gather. The well-stocked kitchen made food preparation very convenient. There were so many great touches (presence of beach chairs and supplies, charging stations within arm's reach all over the place, helpful labels and notes, games and other activities...the list goes on) and the location was amazing. Communication with the owners and with the local manager was all fabulous and friendly. Would 100% recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Best VRBO ever!!

Amazing in all aspects. On the beach, great deck to sit and listen to the waves, fully stocked with all you need, house is the best VRBO ever stayed in. Layout of rooms is ideal for large groups to be together yet space out. Can't recommend the property enough! Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joani H.

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

A Roaring Success!

Our family of 8 adults and four kids( under 6) settled in nicely! We had comfortable sleeping arrangements and enough bathrooms for each part of the family. The kitchen was very well stocked! There were two different “living areas” which worked very well with the kids. They were upstairs but we could hear and see them. We really appreciated all of the beach equipment- chairs, boogie boards, a plastic pool etc. Our only challenge was catching the door out to the deck as the strong ocean winds caught it and swung it open. The chairs on the deck were great as was the picnic table. All in all, it was one of our favorite houses and we hope to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John A.

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

Family Beach Trip

Water pressure is not very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubry S.

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

Already want to come back next summer!

Property was honestly amazing. They had everything we needed! Kids easily went back and forth from the house down to the beach. Showers made it easy to clean up! The had tons of beach chairs and towels. Our kids LOVED the hammocks!! It was the perfect place for them to relax after being in the sun! The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to make dinners for our large group! The washer and dryer worked great and it was so nice to be able to wash towels and clothes when needed. Parking was another huge plus! Thank you for our wonderful stay!! We already want to come back next year :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Great location!

Wonderful location as a family destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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