Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! provides a sauna and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathrooms1792 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!
New in our program, this home as many great reviews from past guests!
Welcome to Sunset - Surf City!
Make yourself at home in this beautiful three-story retreat overlooking the scenic Topsail Sound Intracoastal Waterway. Perfectly positioned for both relaxation and adventure, this home offers easy access to the beach—simply walk across the street and over a private boardwalk to enjoy swimming, shell collecting, or soaking up the sun. Prefer the sound side? Paddleboarding is just steps away behind the home.
Located only two and a half miles from downtown Surf City, you'll be close to local restaurants, shops, and popular attractions like Kenneth D. Batts Family Park, Surf City Ocean Pier, Soundside Park, the Topsail Island Historical Society, Hampstead Kiwanis Park, and North Shore Golf Course.
Spanning 3,000 square feet, this spacious home offers three levels of comfort, each with its own deck—perfect for morning coffee, birdwatching, or taking in views of boats cruising along the waterway.
The first floor features a private sauna and a luxurious primary suite complete with an en suite bathroom, fireplace, and TV. On the second floor, you'll find three additional bedrooms, including a second primary suite with stunning waterfront views, a walk-in closet, TV, and en suite bath. A laundry room with a washer and dryer is also conveniently located on this level.
The third floor is the heart of the home, showcasing a bright, open-concept living space. The well-appointed kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals to enjoy on the top deck while watching breathtaking sunsets. The living room offers a welcoming space to relax, unwind, and spend quality time together.
Additional amenities include boat access, two adult bikes, and two kayaks—everything you need to fully experience coastal living.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
About the area
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Island Oaks, a neighbourhood in Surf City. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Surf City travel guide
Is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! located?
Located in Island Oaks, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Southside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Sound front retreat with easy beach access, sauna and private dock for your boat! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great location , waterfront access, pets allowed. There are a lot of stairs so older guests need to be aware of that, as do those with young children.
Lynn F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard P K.
27 Sept 2024
Home Away From Home
Sunset is a very happy, comfortable home that is equipped with just about anything you need to make your beach vacation memorable…from bicycles to beach equipment…crab traps to kayaks…it has it all. Just a few minutes walk and you arrive at the ocean. The sound side, with its beautiful views, is on full display for you to enjoy. We have enjoyed Sunset twice this summer!
Richard P K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard K.
13 Jul 2024
Excellent stay, highly recommend
The property and sound-side views are incredible. Amenities are also excellent. There is so much you can do that the property provides: kayaking, biking, etc. The dock in the back was great to fish and we even caught several crabs using their traps and some bait. House is only a 5 min walk to the beach. Beds and furniture are comfortable as well. Only complaint is that some of the amenities are outdated/dirty: Broken blinds, dirty coffee pot, clogged sinks, older TVs with misplaced remotes. Even still, I highly recommend and would come back again.
Richard K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela R.
3 Oct 2024
Great Waterfront Home!
My girlfriends and I loved the home. The location and view is amazing. The bedrooms are sizable and comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed for cooking. We loved kayaking with the kayaks provided. They also have paddle boards. We did not use the sauna. The dock/ outdoor space is fantastic and a great extension to the home. It's a short drive to the hub of Surf City, Ubers were available when we were there. Be sure to bring all spices, aluminum foil, 409... supplies like that. We would definitely stay here again.
Angela R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary E K.
21 Jul 2025
A Sound Side Haven
Sunset is a lovely, happy home that offers the perfect location for ocean and sound access. It is peaceful and the views of the sound are gorgeous. Fish and crabbing from the homes dock is a rare treat. We’ve stayed 3 times in the past year and look forward to our next visit.
Mary E K.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Bonnie M.
2 Jul 2025
love the views and amenities outside
We have stayed here before. We came back because of the location, vibes and views from the sound, and the amenities of paddle boards, kayaks and beach things. Very roomy and clean. Updating on tv's is a must.
Bonnie M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn P.
9 Aug 2025
Great location, amazing views
House is conveniently located to both the sound and the public beach. Well appointed, clean and comfortable. The back decks overlooking the sound were a favorite! We loved that we could paddle right from the back dock. We appreciated beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach cart, kayaks and paddle boards. The sauna was great too! We would come back here!
House is conveniently located to both the sound and the public beach. Well appointed, clean and comfortable. The back decks overlooking the sound were a favorite! We loved that we could paddle right from the back dock. We appreciated beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach cart, kayaks and paddle boards. The sauna was great too! We would come back here!