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Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home

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Outside street view. Bright, sunny end-of-row location. Great for ocean views!
View of ICW from upstairs porch
Our house, the pool and the ocean views!
Family Room
Family Room and Kitchen. Plenty of room to sit and visit!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101590 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Southside Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home

Escape to this bright and relaxing beach house in the Live Oaks of Topsail Island neighborhood for a well-deserved beach getaway with your family and friends. This sunny end-lot home is well-appointed, spacious and beautifully decorated that features the popular reverse floor plan to showcase the views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Inter-Coastal Waterway (ICW) as well as the sparkling neighborhood swimming pool and pier out to the ICW. There is plenty of outdoor living space with a top floor sundeck over-looking the pool, 3 covered porches and a ground-level deck to soak it all in. Anywhere you go, you’ll be able to enjoy this wonderful vacation home.
On the top floor of the Sand Dollar Blessing is the main living area with an open layout that will bring your family together. You will instantly love the look and feel of this coastal paradise with its gorgeous overstuffed furnishings and great architectural details including vaulted ceilings, wainscoting, upgraded kitchen cabinets and more! The queen sleeper sofa is here for your mid-week guests. Gather for a movie on the 46' flat screen TV, play board games and get comfortable on the furnishings as you settle in for a memorable evening of great conversation.
The kitchen, dining area and eat-in bar are just steps away from the open living room. The gorgeous well-stocked kitchen is a great place to prepare fresh seafood feasts for your family. The granite counter tops, stainless appliances, and butcher’s block stand will make everyone want to be a part of the day’s meals. Use the over-sized pantry to keep your groceries and other belongings tucked away. Gather at the eat-in bar and dining table when your food is just right. Your family will always remember these delicious meals because of the fun and conversations around the table with the stunning ocean views in the background.
When you want to take in a breathtaking sunset over the ICW or continue to admire the ocean, step outside to the covered porch on the front of the home where you can see both. This is a great spot where everyone will want to recline in the chairs or enjoy the cafe chairs and table, no matter what time of day. Also on this floor is a full bathroom and a wide sun deck out back with great views of the ocean and the community swimming pool. Watch your children frolic in the pool and take in a view of the ocean. You’ll feel on top of the world here!
When the day is done and sleep is the only thing on your mind, there are four bedrooms here to accommodate everyone in your group. On the top floor is a queen bedroom with a flat screen TV and access to the sun deck that overlooks the pool.This is a great spot for those wanting to limit the steps in their daily routine. Head downstairs to the first floor to find the other three bedrooms. You will fall in love with the master bedroom that features a new luxurious king bed, flat screen TV, writing desk and private bathroom (with 2 sinks!). Rest and relaxation will be easy here! When you are looking for a little privacy, head out to the private covered porch for Sound views and the smell of salt air. You are home now! On the back side of the home there are two bedrooms that the kids will love. On the west side of the home there is a twin/double bunk bed with trundle. The pale shades of green are relaxing and the comfort is all there. There is a flat screen TV here as well as access to the covered deck that overlooks the swimming pool. The final bedroom has another twin/double bunk bed, a flat screen TV and private access to the covered deck. The nautical feeling with the reds and blues will be a hit for the kids. Completing this floor is a full size washer/dryer for your convenience and the main entry.
When it’s time to head to the beach, gather your chairs and toys (we also have some avail. for your use in the ground floor storage) and take the 3 minute walk south on S. Topsail Drive until you reach Windward Drive and cross the street to enter the beach access located just before 1318 S. Shore Drive.
Featured amenities include central air/heat, 5 color cable TVs, 5 DVD players (DVD in Family room is Blue Ray), wireless internet access, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, ceiling fans, enclosed outdoor hot/cold shower, carport w/wet weather entry, gas grill, 2 ocean & ICW view porches and 2 pool view porches - all with well appointed deck furniture.
Access to the professionally serviced community swimming pool. Pool is typically open from mid-May to October 1 and the pier to the ICW is open all year and is only available to owners and renting guests of the neighborhood.

The inside of our house is smoke and pet free.

Based on past experience, we prefer to rent to families with the minimum age of 30 for the responsible party. If you have any questions, or to arrange a rental, please call me at 804...437...1940. We talk to all of our renters prior to approving their rental requests.

Thank you and we hope you enjoy your stay!
Marshall & Sue

Property manager

Marshall Geiger 804-437-1940
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We only rent to family units.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Prior to requesting to rent - I always talk to potential guests. See last picture in listing. Please call 804-437-1940 Thanks. Marshall
We prefer to rent to family units. Please do not request to rent our house for your younger than 28-year old children.
Like us, our renters are subject to the rules of the neighborhood, including the summary "Neighborhood Rules" posted on the refrigerator.

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
Note from host: We only rent to family units.
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surf City

Located in Holly Ridge, this holiday home is near the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Surf City Pier - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Southside Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Escape to great views of the ocean & sound in this sun soaked reverse plan home located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Family Weekend Getaway

What a wonderful stay! The house is beautiful and you can tell it is well loved/cared for. It had everything we needed, including games to play on the cloudy days. We wish the pool was opened but we were about one week too early. We enjoyed our family time together. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

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

Great house and perfect location!

The house qas perfect for our family. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach and quick drive to park, food, and groceries.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tammy G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

RENTER BEWARE

We had a wounderful time, but beware of renting as you'll be accussed of stealing and damaging. Then charged our credit card $500 for damages and we did none of these things that we are being accussed of. It should have been a RED Flag when sent a seperate contract to sign outside of what VRBO rental requires.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal J.

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

Family fall beach trip

We checked in on Thursday and checked out on Sunday. The beach house is beautiful and the view of the ocean from the kitchen is great. The kitchen is well stocked and we cooked a lot of our meals at the house. This house has the best pantry I’ve ever seen at a beach house - that is important to us as we bring/cook most of our own food and eat together at the house. The evening sunset view from the pier behind the house is breathtaking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naseem A.

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

Beautiful home and fantastic stay

We were very happy with our stay! The home was elegant, spacious and clean. Very close proximity and walkability to the beach. The host was very kind and very responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Girls Getaway

We had a wonderful time. The home is beautiful and well appointed. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. It was everything we were hoping for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Wonderful property!

Our family had a wonderful stay at Sand Dollar Blessing. The property was clean, kitchen was stocked full of all the dishes, cutlery, and cooking equipment you would need, and beds were comfortable. We also loved using the grill on the bottom level. The property is about a 5 minute walk to the beach, and having the extra beach cart and chairs helped make our trips and stays on the beach that much easier. Our kids loved having access to both the beach as well as the pool which is right next to the property. Restaurants, shops, grocery stores, mini golf, etc were no more than 10 minutes away. Marshall was easy to get in touch with for any questions we had. A beautiful place to stay if you are looking for that perfect beach getaway. I know we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

WONDERFUL

Such an inviting and peaceful experience. Even with the hurricane our family made wonderful memories. Beautiful property and island! We WILL be back!!! We're home now and sad to leave. Thank you so much for having us as your guest's this week! BLESSINGS to you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Great family vacation

Beautiful, clean home close to ocean and beautiful dock in back. Gorgeous sunrise in front and sunset in back. Living room and open kitchen. Best vacation ever! Will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Best Vacation

This was the best beach house we've rented! The kitchen was so well equipped and we found everything we needed to make most of our meals at home. The beach chairs and boogie boards were fantastic. Ending our days with a dip in the pool then viewing the sunset on the pier was perfect. The location is great for taking the golf cart everywhere and the kids (12 & 14) enjoyed riding their bikes to town and to the basketball court. Just a short walk to the beach for sunrise and never many people at the public access as we set up for a full day of relaxing in the sand. We've stayed at so many beach houses and this was the best! It could not have been cleaner, so much space to spread out and unpack clothes and food, and with very comfortable accommodations. We had an issue with the air conditioning and Marshall had someone out to fix it right away. If you are thinking about this spot, book it! Thank you so much for sharing your home Marshall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Beautiful home in a nice Surf City neighborhood

My husband and I, our kids (13, 11, 9, and 5) and my parents had a wonderful week stay in your home! The beach was only a short walk away. Just be cautious crossing the road as cars often went over the 35MPH speed limit. The beach itself was beautiful, but if traveling with small kids or those who aren’t strong swimmers, I’d recommend going at low tide! The pool was a very welcome option when the beach and currents were stronger! The walk out on the boardwalk was nice, and you can get some great sunset views from there! The house itself was very well equipped with everything we needed for the week. We cooked almost every meal there, and had everything we needed! The 2 wagons were super helpful, and there were chairs and plenty of beach toys too! We brought our own, but could’ve gotten away without packing those! The beds were pretty comfortable, and having the bunk rooms was great for the kids! The metal bunk bed in the “boys room” is not very sturdy on top, so I wouldn’t recommend anyone over 10ish to sleep up there (it’s hard to climb up too, so we ended up using the mattress on the floor instead). Having 3 full baths was fantastic too, and all the porches were amazing, offering a variety of views! My only suggestion for improvement would be to invest in some light blocking curtains for all the bedrooms, including for the tiny windows in there, because the sun rises early! And possibly the upstairs sliding door, as you can see right into your neighbor’s. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

Thanksgiving 2023

Great property, nice and clean, comfortable beds and good location. We had steaks planned for our Thanksgiving dinner and unfortunately upon getting ready for dinner, we discovered that the propane tank was empty. Very frustrating at first! But my husband found a place open to fill it. So we paid for a full tank of propane, only to use it one time. Obviously future guests will benefit from our cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie J.

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

Such a wonderful vacation home!

We enjoyed our stay at this house so much! It was absolutely perfect for our family and we couldn't have been happier. The house was the perfect size for us, and so close to the pool and beach. The kitchen is well-stocked with pots, pans, dishes, etc for cooking meals. The decorations were very nice, and all of the beds and sofas were comfortable. Thank you so much Marshall, we loved staying at your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

AMAZING Stay

We had a fantastic time at Marshall’s house. The house was clean and spacious. Some of our favorite features included the deck with a view of the ocean AND the bay. The walk to the beach was a breeze. We will be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Excellent location to beach, clean, roomy

We stayed with another family, both with kids. Ample sleeping space for everyone. Very clean, had plenty of dishes and kitchen gadgets to make meals at home. The walk to the beach is very short. Being on that side of the road gave us access to the pier where the kids caught and released crabs, the pool is super convenient. Cozy, quiet neighborhood. Lovely shops, restaurants and ice cream places at both ends of the road (a short driving distance). The description of the amenities is spot on. Great place, would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Pristine Property!!

This is the cleanest house we’ve ever stayed in - very well cared for. We appreciate that! The outdoor furniture on the 2nd floor porch was super comfortable The wagon provided, really helped transport chairs and a cooler on the short walk to the beach. Very nice little neighborhood. One odd thing we noticed was there were no chairs at the pool - I suppose you have to bring your own? That was just something we had never seen - it wouldn’t keep us from returning and would definitely request to stay again when in the area!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne P.

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

Amazing stay

What a wonderful house Marshal and Sue have thought of everything, great location and beach 3 minute walk away we will definitely be back thank you for a great little family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora D.

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

Family fun vacation

House was beautiful and very spacious. . Close to beach and town . I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy H.

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

Great place. Views of the ocean and the sound.

Very easy to access things on the island. Clean house. Friendly people in town.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Perfection

Check in and out was easy, and Marshall was very responsive and flexible when we asked to change our dates. The home was very clean and everything was user-friendly. The beach was also perfect! Not very populated this time of year and lovely in every way. It was great having the pool and pier to enjoy. Balconies coming off of bedrooms was nice as well. We had everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Including tvs in all the rooms and very comfortable beds! I want to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Siah A.

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

Confortable home, lovely location

We had a relaxing beach vacation and enjoyed the views and set-up at this home. Our family loved the balconies, kitchen, and welcoming dining area. The dock was a great place to see birds and the sunset. I liked that the location wasn't a crowded area, but was close to stores and activities. The hosts were very responsive, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Great family vacation!

Wonderful experience-from communication with the owner, location, and the home itself! ICW, pool and beach are within view from any porch. The house is decorated beautifully and feels like home away from home. The community is quiet and clean, we enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Great place to stay!

We loved everything about this home. Very clean and owner was great to work with. Great location for beach and fishing off the community pier. First time to Surf City. Very nice family beach. We enjoyed everything about our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Great family vacation!

Marshall was great to work with from the very beginning! They house is beautiful and exactly as pictured. It was plenty of room for all of us and the kids enjoyed the bunk beds and beanbag chairs in their bedroom. The pool is very nice but it’s no chairs around it so you must bring your own chair or towel to sit on. It’s just a short walk to the beach that wasn’t bad at all. We had a beach wagon we put everything in and that came in handy. We will definitely tell our friends about this wonderful house and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Perfect Fit

Great stay. We had my family (wife & 3 kids - 5, 4, 1) and my brother's family (wife & 1 kid - 9). Sleeping arrangements were great, we did need to rent a crib but "sweet dreams rental" on the island was easy and great service. The place is well furnished from the kitchen to furniture, to beach gear. It's an easy 4min walk to the beach via paved sidewalk and the pool was great for the kids. We had a slight mechanical issue with the A/C unit the first day but the Owner was very responsive and got it repaired quickly. Overall a great experience and wonderful home to enjoy friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marshall Geiger 804-437-1940

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2015 is our first year listed on HomeAway and VRBO. We first listed through a local rental agency but felt it kept renters at too far a distance from us - the homeowners! So, with advice from friends, we are now listing our beach home property ourselves. In the process we hope to maintain better oversight of our beautiful beach home, as well as provide a better welcome and stay for our guests. In the process we will get to know you a little in order to provide you with the things you might need in order to ensure you have a great stay at our home. Based on past experience, we prefer to rent to families, with the minimum age of the responsible party being 25 or over. Please call me if you have any questions, and to arrange a stay at our beach home! Marshall 804...437...1940

Why they chose this property

We looked up and down the entire NC coast until we found a place with just the right mix of location and amenities for our family. And we found it here in Surf City (even the town name is cool!)!! Our end-of-street beach house offers great views and is almost new, very bright and only a short stroll to the beach, and right next to the community pool and pier. It has a great beach vibe with its great ocean views and unmistakable cottage feel. The upper living floor is open concept with extra windows on the ocean side to capitalize on the great ocean views. There are 4 separate bedrooms, each with a 32' flat screen TV and DVD player so that everyone can have their own space. The MBR also has a desk in case you need to make sure things are okay back at work while you are enjoying your ocean vacation.

What makes this property unique

Great sunny house location as the end-unit with wonderful ocean views. Extra windows for even more views! Classic beach cottage feel. Next to the uncrowded beach and near Surf City shops and restaurants. Use of beautiful neighborhood pool shared by only about 20 houses - not hundreds of units - so it is never too crowded. New community pier out to the ICW, with floating launch platform that is great for kayaking, fishing, crabbing, sunsets, etc.... We try to anticipate your needs and meet or exceed them. FULLY STOCKED kitchen & large gas BBQ grill. Just a restful place with plenty of space to spend time at the beach and with family and friends.

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