Title: Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! 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 home # Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! Holiday home in Surf City with private pool and kitchen ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072800/34072740/bdc005cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072800/34072740/e5bbe8b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072800/34072740/562cb29b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072800/34072740/940fd76a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072800/34072740/40429d96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location SummerSalt is the perfect spot to have a Topsail Island vacation. Enjoy tasteful decor, beach activities like surfing and swimming, ocean views from the front deck, and convenient access to a quiet beach. With a private pool with tanning ledge, outdoor shower and gas grill in the backyard for your cooking pleasure. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101280 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! We all need something to look forward to .... SummerSalt is the perfect spot to have a Topsail Island vacation! We repeatedly have guests tell us and leave reviews saying that SummerSalt is "the cleanest VRBO house we have ever stayed in" and now we know our guests value that even more with COVID19. We have worked to make this home ready for your arrival with tasteful, clean decor and ample opportunities to do all of your favorite beach activities. Make memories while you enjoy the sun, swimming, surfing, search for shells, or just relax with your family and friends. SummerSalt offers views of the ocean with a quiet, convenient beach access just a few yards away. Start your day with your morning coffee on the large front deck as the sun rises over the ocean. Then walk to the beach for a day of collecting shells, jumping the waves and building your very own sand creation. Then return to SummerSalt for more outdoor pleasures by lounging in your private pool with a large tanning ledge. And don't miss your chance to shower outside in a private shower with the smell of salty air. There's an outdoor gas grill in the backyard for your cooking pleasure or you could pick up some yummy seafood from a local restaurant! SummerSalt has a fully-equipped kitchen, digital cable television, 4 flat screen televisions, high-speed wireless internet access, and many other amenities! SummerSalt is a family-friendly house with puzzles, cards, games and books available for all ages. We work to make sure you arrive with nothing to worry about. Linens are provided, beds are made, and we have some basic essentials in the cabinets so all you have to shop for is food and beverages. We take great pride in preparing the house for each guest so your arrival is abundantly pleasant and you can leave all your worries behind. For anyone not familiar with Topsail Island and Surf City, we'll be happy to answer any questions and help you find interesting things to do. It's a quaint little beach town with something for everyone. There are golf courses nearby, jet ski and boat rentals, opportunities to learn about marine life, fishing, equipment rentals (surfboards, bikes, kayaks), shopping, craft markets, worship services, exercise classes, and more. There's no better place to enjoy all these things than SummerSalt, where you have your own slice of heaven with everything you need. Contact us with any questions. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Heated pool - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,280 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49010000/49006500/49006429/3f48ebf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your Ultimate Retreat – Steps from Beach with PVT Heated Pool, Slide & Hot Tub! 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Do not remove shams from the pillows, only sheets. If you have moved furniture around, please return to original place. Rinse off beach toys, chairs and other sandy things. If needed, leave them to dry near one of the water hoses, front yard or back yard. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No glass near the pool. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed NO teen/college parties. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: NO teen/college parties. 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as House ## 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%7C34.41860%2C-77.55721&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aMBAFSCaUJ32PwqM0um6sowZMNc=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Ohana Paddle Sports - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Surf City Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Southside Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Inis Spa - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬17 min walk - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Daily Grind Surf City - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Top-Rated Beach Rental. Super clean & well-appointed. Private heated pool! 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 10 - Excellent 145 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Z. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved our time here! The pool was great as well. The bikes were great! Thanks for letting us stay No complaints! ##### Julie Z. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricky K. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family get away!!! This was the second time we stayed here and again we are so happy we did! The house has everything you need including bunk beds witch my kids loved. The pool is amazing. The house is located very close to a beach access and close to the shops and restaurants but far enough away you don't have to deal with any noise from them. The owners are amazing and extremely nice and helpful with anything you need. ##### Ricky K. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy J. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Favorite Place to Stay! This was our 3rd stay at Summer Salt, and it never disappoints! Clean, amazing location, and that pool! Can’t wait to return again. ##### Amy J. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian P. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home away home Everything was just as described! We all enjoyed vacation and loved the home we rented. We were sad to leave and will look forward to a return trip! ##### Jillian P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betsy E. 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another great week! This was our second time staying here and it was as fabulous as the first time. The owners have thought of everything you’d need and it’s there! House is clean, comfortable and so easy to enjoy the beach and pool! ##### Betsy E. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricky and Melissa D. 2 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything for a great vacation The house has everything a family can need and even what they don't realize they need. It really helps with the chaos inherent to traveling with small kids. We love it and can't wait to come back! ##### Ricky and Melissa D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy J. 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience! This was our 2nd stay at Summer Salt. It was as great as we remembered! We even booked for next year!!! ##### Amy J. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy R. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Reiter/Machamer Family Vacation July 2024 This was one of the best family vacations!! The house and the pool were absolutely wonderful and the short walk to the beach was also a plus! We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again...hopefully next time with a couple grandchildren (we're still waiting for those little guys to make an appearance) The house is definitely set up with family and children. Great place to stay...thank you for sharing your house with us!! ##### Amy R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa T., Hickory,USA 16 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family getaway! Our second summer visiting Summer Salt and it was perfect! The house is comfortable with everything you need, we didn’t have to pack a bit of beach gear! The proximity to the beach is great and an easy walk even with littles. The neighborhood is quiet and close to the restaurants and shops we visited. Our two favorite new spots were The Crab Pot for delicious food and Herring’s Outdoor Sports for shopping. We’ll be back!! ##### Teresa T. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shari S. 4 May 2019 #### Best little beach house ever! What a wonderful home and amazing host. The house was spotless and decorated beautifully but still completely comfortable and relaxed. So many small details taken care of that I don't find in other rentals...paper products, coffee filters and a million other little things that make the stay so easy. Steps to the beach and a beautiful pool. Trudy is super responsive and helpful and I can't say enough good things about this place. Can't wait to go back. ##### Shari S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dinah S. 2 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning property A huge THANK YOU to Trudy for sharing this amazing property with us. Such great accommodations and she truly provides EVERYTHING you need. So many beach toys, wagon, umbrellas, beach towels... the list goes on and on. My boys absolutely loved the bunk room and the pool. We would definitely stay at this property again if we visit Surf City in the future. Truly was also very helpful in making restaurants recommendations as well as helping us with a mechanic (we had AC trouble on our way to NC) and gave us contact to a fantastic photographer. 😊😊😊 ##### Dinah S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tasha A. 18 Aug 2018 #### Clean, beautiful and convenient! We have rented a beach house every year for the past 7 years, and this one is at the top of our list. It's incredibly clean and well-maintained. The decor is pretty and cheerful. The house itself gets gorgeous natural light all day and the backyard is large and private. The pool is the largest we have ever had at a beach house and the tanning ledge was our favorite spot to relax while watching our kids swim. The convenience of this house cannot be understated. Not only is the beach access very close, but this is the most well-appointed house we have ever stayed in. The owners have thought to make everything available, from beach chairs and toys to band-aids and well-placed night lights throughout the entire property. The kitchen has absolutely everything, including a crock pot and pancake griddle. And the owners were wonderful--the even welcomed us with treats from a local bakery! We will definitely be returning next year! ##### Tasha A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley H. 9 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and location humming with life! We adored our stay! The fact that the pool was heated tbh saved our chillier than anticipated vacation and the host was super quick to help us when we were unsure how to start it! The house was absolutely stocked to the rim with everything you could want for a beach trip! Floats/chairs/wagon/sand buckets/boogie boards you name it! Books to borrow, games for the kids. I’ve never seen a home to equipped as a rental. I felt ridiculous that I packed anything for the kiddo. The only nitpicking I could fathom is the showers were camper-sized as other reviews had warned. The fridge constantly hummed (slightly annoying) and front porch was squeaky when settling in with a book! Nothing can ever be quite perfect but I absolutely loved my stay and when I woke my 4 year old up to leave she cried, not wanting to leave “summer”. ##### Ashley H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly P. 21 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Even better than we expected! Trudy's place is amazing. We read so many positive reviews that we were almost scared it wouldn't live up to our expectations... but we were wrong and we couldn't be happier about it! We have a pool at our house in VA so we didn't think we would use it very often because... BEACH! But, we did! It was so refreshing after being on the beach all day to shower off outside, relax in the pool, shower inside and make dinner. The kitchen has everything you need and more. Trudy's has thought of EVERYTHING! We've rarely stayed at a place that has as many provisions as Trudy and Mark have provided for their renters. You can tell that they really care about the people who rent from them, they WANT you to be there and they want you to relax and have a good time. They even provide beach towels and chairs! Communication is phenomenal and the check in process is one of the easiest EVER! Even in the middle of a pandemic, we felt very comfortable with the sanitary measures taken and they even left some supplies to further disinfect, should we need it for anything else. Honestly, we had to change our original plans at TI this year because of the pandemic and chose Trudy's place because of the reviews and her kindness. After having stayed there though, we might not go back to the house we normally stay at hopefully can book with Trudy and Mark instead! ##### Holly P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah P. 22 Aug 2017 #### This has to be the best house on the island! I cannot say enough good things about this property! The house was beautifully decorated and very, very, very clean! It had everything we could have needed! The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were very comfortable. We really enjoyed having a family sleepover in the room with the bunk beds. There were plenty of nice linens available. The TVs are all new and "smart" so our kids could watch Netflix. The property is so private. The outdoor shower has hot water and keeps all of the sandy mess outside. The private pool was the highlight of our kids' trip. We used it every day, multiple times per day. It's a salt water pool and there was no odor. The beach was super close. Our 4-year old walked it carrying her boogie board. It's close enough that we ran back and forth when we forgot water or snacks. The beach was never crowded. The owner is an awesome hostess! I talked to her about the property over the phone before we even made our reservation. While we were there, she checked in via text to see if we needed anything or needed advice on where to eat. She was very available - I sent her a text about something and she responded instantly. The island is adorable. There isn't a McDonald's or other chain in sight. We would most definitely come back and we would most definitely stay in this house again. I can't think of anything that could have made this house or our stay better than it was! ##### Sarah P. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa r. 26 May 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Vacation Home Ever! I don’t even know where to begin! SummerSalt is hands down the best vacation home I’ve ever rented. Trudy has literally thought of every thing one would need when staying in a home and she provides it for you. Our family has a special needs child with complex medical needs. She provided everything we would need for our stay to keep him safe as well as all the cleaning supplies needed to keep him and his environment safe during our stay. Some things that come to mind that stood out to us were 1) access to sand toys, I mean baskets full, boogie boards (several), umbrellas, beach chairs (the good sturdy kind) and a beach cart to carry it all out 2) bikes for every member of the family 3) kitchen has just about every kitchen appliance you would need and plenty of dishes 4) pool was heated and they have pool floats for your use 5) the outdoor shower- has HOT water. Is roomy, private and excellent water pressure.6) Lots of outdoor seating areas.7) Linens were Included-plentiful- and smelled wonderful 8) all the things needed to keep the home tidy, dishes cleaned and laundry done were also provided. And with excellent quality cleaning supplies. 9) Trudy lives close by and is readily available for any needs you may have. 10) the walk to beach was super easy/close even for our special needs child. We loved every minute of our stay. This is not your average rental. It is above and beyond. It made packing easy for a big family because it literally was like arriving at your own second home that was fully stocked. Definitely the best vacation we’ve had in years! Thank you! ##### Lisa r. Stayed 5 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred M. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Freindly, Relax Oriented We had a very pleasant stay at the Summer Salt - The property was very well supplied with essentials for any activity from cooking to boogie boarding. The pool was a tremedous asset to help with coping with the heat. It provided a safe water experience for our 1 and 4 year old grandchildren.We had a wonderful week of relaxation and fun. ##### Fred M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricky and Melissa D. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Responsive hosts, love the games and pool supplies. Fun beach and pool time. Clean house with everything we needed. ##### Ricky and Melissa D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl S. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 Summer Salt Property has everything you need - just bring your clothes and get groceries. Close to restaurants and shops. Short walk to public beach. Private pool a definite plus for the kids. ##### Karl S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn L. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July 2024 Visit This is our second time staying here and we will continue to always stay here when visiting Topsail Island. The house is very close to the beach and walking distance to town. All six of us loved the backyard and pool. The house and outdoor beach closet is very well stocked. Trudy is very responsive and wonderful to rent from. ##### Dawn L. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad P. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Na Na ##### Chad P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon B. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unforgettable Trip The place was awesome everywhere and the location was prime! We will be looking to book Summer Salt again this summer!! 10/10!! ##### Brandon B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni H. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely wonderful! This house was amazing. Well stocked and had everything we needed to make our vacation complete. ##### Toni H. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle S. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay in Surf City We had an awesome stay and loved the house. The pool feels very private. Beach access is only a few steps away. It is also close to all of the restaurants and shops in Surf City. ##### Kyle S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua T. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Experience The Surf City property was clean, family friendly, and amazing. The proximity to the beach access was convenient and the kids enjoyed a lowkey afternoon and evening swim in the pool after spending the day on the beach. The property owners were great to deal with and we have already booked our stay next year. ##### Joshua T. 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