Title: Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC Apartment in Surf City with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105150000/105148500/105148489/7a70044f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105150000/105148500/105148489/d44c9bed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105150000/105148500/105148489/7f59151c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105150000/105148500/105148489/8f200275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105150000/105148500/105148489/f904c4f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC Looking for a quiet, economical beach vacation? Consider Topsail Island a Hidden Treasure! Renting on Topsail Island grants you direct access to top-notch fishing spots in North Carolina and multiple golf courses. With the stunning blue Atlantic ocean just a few feet away, you can start your day with a cup of coffee on the patio surrounded by the calming sounds of chirping birds, or unwind in the evening under the illuminated trees with a glass of wine. Offering a cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom downstairs apartment with a living room, dining area, kitchen equipped with a gas stove, WIFI, two TVs with a fire stick, grill and an enclosed outdoor shower. Higher Altitude accommodates up to 2 guests.= Sleeping arrangements include a queen bed in the bedroom and a double futon in the living room. The hosts provide bed and bath linens, and guests are kindly asked to initiate laundering before check-out. \*The Owners do live on the upper levels of the residence and have pets, but rest assured, the furry companions will not cause any inconvience during your stay! PARKING: Max of 2 vehicles PETS: Pets are not allowed Complimentary items below are provided as a convenience for when you first arrive. Additional supplies will be the responsibility of the guest: \- One roll of toilet paper per bathroom \-One trash bag per trash can \-One roll of paper towels in the kitchen IMPORTANT BOOKING INORMATION: After booking, we will immediately send a confirmation with your guest log-in and Vacation Rental Contract to the email address provided. Please check your spam/junk email and let us know right away if you did not receive an email to your regular inbox. This way we can ensure that you receive all important information regarding your vacation before your arrival, including door codes and final payment reminders! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92540000/92539900/92539877/bb8c3e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Key West 3- Beach Access - Dog Friendly - Bikes – Grill Surf City - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=92539877&PinnedHotelID=92539877&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48607700/48607672/906466ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### “The Fishbowl” - The Perfect Surf City Intimate Beach Cottage! 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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 and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 167467 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.40070%2C-77.58440&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8CtPTRqCveNoLpEm2Q4ANT52v-k=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - Southside Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles - Sloop Point Plantation - 22 min drive - 14.9 miles #### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬7 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Daily Grind Surf City - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Higher Altitude | Cozy Downstairs Apt. Close to the Beach in Surf City, NC Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy C. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach escape My daughter and I escaped for a few days to the beach and this place was the perfect place for us. The place offered everything and then some. Just a very short walk to the private beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay would would definitely recommend this place to others. ##### Christy C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate W. 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Two The property was so cute and clean, perfect for just the two of us. Very unique stay compared to some of the other places. The walk under the trees was our favorite part. Would stay here again in the future! ##### Kate W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina B. 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful oasis This was our first time staying @ Higher Altitude and we will definitely return. The beach is just a short walk from the property. The apartment is relaxing bad you have everything you need during your stay. ##### Tina B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy H. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! We stayed here for a week and absolutely loved it. It is even closer to the beach than the description says and it is a tree lined walk there. While at the apartment you feel like you are in the woods. Perfect size for 2 people. Our favorite spot was outside around the fire pit. There is a step up and down in and out of each room so If you have trouble going up or down a step or have a baby who is crawling or just walking this might not be the place for you because a fall on the tile floor could be dangerous. The beach towels and chairs were a nice surprise. The owner was very friendly and the management company provided clear and ongoing communication. Lots of restaurants and stores nearby. We will definitely be back! ##### Christy H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful and cozy!! Such a well kept hideaway just beyond the beach. Great vibe throughout the property!! Absolutely loved this rental!!! ##### Jason H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie P. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Funkynbut fun and comfortable! Lonq weekend with the hubby. Great place. It had everything we needed for beach time (Easy walk and access) and a place to offload our kayaks when we weren't using them. Highly recommend for couples. ##### Julie P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Really, the only downside of this property is that the layout is odd. There is a raised area in the hallway outside of the bathroom, another in the bathroom, and the bedroom is long and narrow. Nothing majorly wrong. The house is also listed at 114, but the "Higher Altitude" property itself (the bottom floor) is 112, leading to some confusion with parking. Text concerns were replied to relatively quickly for this, but could have been made known prior to check in. ##### Joshua Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas H. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can't beat it This place is absolutely prefect for a couple. The walk to the beach is minimal, maybe 3 minutes, and beautiful. The property was perfectly clean. We couldn't have asked for better and this will be our first choice when returning to the area. ##### Douglas H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Misty B. 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Higher Altitude The check in/check out process was easy. The stay was great. ##### Misty B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph P. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No stress! Stress free, great property and owners thought of everything! ##### Ralph P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick K. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Beach Getaway Clean, quiet and relaxing! Would definitely recommend! ##### Nick K. 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