Title: Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly 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 # Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/a27ad47c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/7184988a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/817c2ad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/6d6f6657.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/e6d80667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroom900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Laundry - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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. ### Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly Welcome to Below Deck in Surf City! • Private 3 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment • 0.1 Miles to nearest beach access • Beach towels & 4 beach chairs provided • Well stocked full size kitchen • Centrally located, just 5 min from Surf City Pier The Space: • Private 3 bedroom apartment in Surf City! • Located 0.1 miles from the beach with public access. • Full kitchen including pots/pans, kitchen ware, and more • High-speed WiFi. • Bedroom 1: Queen • Bedroom 2: Queen • Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds • Reserved off-street parking for 2 vehicles. Please park on the right side of the driveway. • Below Deck is the bottom unit of a duplex. • Bed linens, bath towels, and beach towels provided. • We also provide enough hand soap, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, & trash bags to get you started upon arrival. However, if you are staying longer than a couple nights, please plan to supplement with your own supplies based on your personal needs. • Please note that we do require a signed rental agreement. House Rules: • NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you will incur a $250 fee for deodorization treatment. • Check-in time is 4:00PM and check out by 10:00AM. No parking on premises before check in time or after check out time. Unapproved late check outs will incur a $200 fee. • Self check-in with keyless PIN code lock • Be respectful of our neighbors by keeping noise volumes low. • In order to avoid potential staining, please do NOT use bleach to clean anything during your stay. We have professional cleaners who will use bleach appropriately in between guests to ensure a high standard of cleanliness. • Do not burn incense, essential oils, or similar items. These scents are difficult to remove before the next guest checks in, and some guests may have sensitivity to smells. • Guest must sign rental agreement. Pet Policy • Please message us for pet approval prior to booking. • Pets MUST be added to your reservation during the booking process. Once added, the $75 pet fee is included as part of the nightly rate (spread out equally over the course of the stay) and in the total price at checkout. • Pet fee is non-refundable and is a flat rate for the stay. • Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals permitted. • Must pick up all droppings from pet(s). • Dogs must be fully housebroken. • Dogs are not permitted on furniture or linens. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: - NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89640000/89630800/89630745/438dda25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Monthly winter rates. 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Reach out to us for more informa ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted \- NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi ## 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 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6e8a0x ## 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%7C34.43577%2C-77.52904&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K-9-jXcez-_hqQSkvu_CXYkwqWI=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Inis Spa - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles - Seacoast Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Southside Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Ohana Paddle Sports - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬16 min walk - ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬3 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Escape Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 3 external reviews