Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1660 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fully renovated and thoughtfully designed oceanfront home in North Topsail Beach, Steps To The Sea is offered by seasoned 5-star vacation rental owners/hosts. This 4 BR/3 BA home sleeps a max. of eight people. It has a private walkway leading directly to the sand. We provide everything you'll need for a relaxing vacation. Linens, towels (beach towels too), trash bags, starter paper products, beach chairs, a cooler, a sun canopy, etc. The kitchen is fully stocked, and we have floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinets for your food storage, as well as a pantry closet for heavy items (cases of soda, water, etc.).
The home is two stories. The first level has an oceanfront king bedroom with ensuite bath (shower), an oceanfront queen bedroom and a bunk room that share a full bathroom with tub/shower combo. The washer/dryer is located on this level. The second level features the living area, open kitchen with huge dining island with seating for 8, a 65" TV, a full bath with shower, and an oceanfront king bedroom. All three oceanfront bedrooms have ocean views and sliders to the decks. The king and queen beds feature premium mattresses by Serta iComfort. The bunk beds feature memory foam mattresses.
We have been hosting happy vacationers since 2012 in Tennessee and Florida, 2023 was our first year hosting on Topsail Island. We are in a fantastic location, a bit north of Surf City, but south of the N. Topsail bridge leading to Sneads Ferry. Our beach is not public, so it's rarely crowded. We enjoy ample sand at both low and high tides. We have a shower on the walkover to rinse off, and a fully enclosed outdoor shower on the ground level. If you're familiar with the area, for reference, we are just a few minutes' walk from Andrew's Produce!
This home is dog friendly (with prior approval), for one dog under 50 pounds. Due to insurance restrictions, we can accept adult dogs only (over one year), and your dog must be housebroken and crate trained, and we require crating when your dog is left alone. We have a large crate for your convenience. We also offer an enclosed fenced area at the back of the home with dog turf. Feel free to message us for full details about our dog policy.
We are committed to providing our guests with all the comforts of home, and we feel confident that you'll be blown away by all of the extras and special touches we provide. We have been hosting since 2012, and have rentals in the Smoky Mountains, and in SW Florida in a quaint small town called Manasota Key (Englewood, FL). We also just completed the renovation of a small sound side home just a few doors up from Steps To The Sea. It's called Steps To The Sound, is 2 BR/2BA, sleeps a max. of four, and has a brand new private dock over the sound. It's just across the street from the beach access.
Guests acknowledge there is a RING floodlight camera on the entry/driveway area for security purposes only. **THE CONTENT ABOVE IS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER/MANAGER. ANYTHING BELOW THIS MESSAGE IS AUTOGENERATED BY VRBO AND MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY.**
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,660 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
No fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in North Topsail Beach. Use is prohibited on this property, on the beach, or anywhere within city limits.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: One adult dog allowed, must be crate trained.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Located in North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Thurston Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Sneads Ferry travel guide
Is Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fully Renovated Oceanfront - Private Beach Access - Sleeps 8 - Dog Friendly located?
Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
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The kitchen was fully equipped with adequate supplies to cook Thanksgiving dinner. The house was very clean and clearly recently renovated. Bedding and towels were very nice. Very pleased with the house and our stay. We would stay there again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Charming decor, excellent beds and a well stocked kitchen allowed us to really refresh ourselves as we visited with each other after our time at the beach. We were very comfortable and happy.
Steps to the Sea was a great house for our family vacation. The house is beautifully updated/decorated and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook. And the beach was great and not crowded!! Michelle was very easy to communicate with and quick to respond to our questions both during booking and our stay. We would definitely stay at Steps to the Sea again!
We had a great time at this house. The house is in a great location and is stocked with all possible items you need or may have forgotton to pack. House was very clean upon arrival. We would definitely stay here again!
Great Place to stay. Quiet beach not crowded. Home is relaxing and has everything that you need. Every thing listed is just as the owner mentions. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Steps to the Sand was lovely for our family beach trip! Insanely comfy beds, great location and wonderful extras throughout the house. Loved the big island and open kitchen area— plus the beach views were fabulous!
Amazing communications! Thanks for having us!!!
Anything that you needed was furnished. The best vacation home that we have rented in 30 years of vacationing. Dogs were included in the amenities as well.
Absolutely lovely home with direct access and views to / of the beach and Atlantic Ocean. The home was the best equipped rental I have stayed in during the past 25 years. Michelle is a super host!!! I highly recommend this rental.
This is a beautiful, well-equipped, and spotless home. It has easy access to the beach and a stunning view of the ocean! Fast, professional, and polite communication with the host made staying here effortless! We highly recommend it.
This place was just as described and then some. The house was lovely, and all of the amenities were thoughtfully provided. Great linens, lots of towels, plenty of seating, a well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and plenty of porch perches for enjoying the day off of the sand while still being close enough to hear the sound of the surf. The host was very responsive to all questions, and we were so glad that we stayed here. Would recommend to others without hesitation!
I fell in love with this house ! Had everything you can need ! I will definitely be staying here again . Ours dog Mia even had a bath and shampoo and towels were available . 11/10 😍👍😎😀
Amazing !! Property is exceptional. Perfectly situated on the beach. Has everything you need . Close to town. Beds are super comfortable, sheets towels everything is top notch. Owner responsive and willing to help with anything you need.
This property is beautiful! Everything was perfect. It was more than well stocked, very comfortable, and clean! Michelle is easy to communicate with and always kind. Our family loved making more special memories! We will be back!!❤️
This house is AMAZING! Our family stayed there for Thanksgiving and it was everything we could hope for and more. It is right on the beach - where we enjoyed mulitple walks a day. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen we've ever had in a VRBO - there was everything you could ever need. The layout was amazing with the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor. Kitchen, living room and king bed upstairs - the views from the living room and 3 of the bedrooms were fantastic. Great gathering spaces and plenty of room for some alone time if you wanted. We definately will be back!
House was beautiful, plenty of room, and 3 bathrooms was a plus!! Everything you need and more as far as towels, toiletries etc. Cleaning staff needs to pay a little more attention to under beds and kitchen table. Being pet friendly, hair flew out as soon as we turned on the fans. We did not bring a pet. Would absolutely stay again!
We went in the starting of the off season. No crowds or traffic. Water was still warm. Found sharks teeth, visited the pier, ate lots of different food, enjoyed the sun and fishing. Plenty of space for all of us. Access to the beach was amazing! Our older dog got tired of the stairs by the middle of the trip but was happy to nap on her blanket during the day. Will definitely be back!
We had a wonderful stay and couldn't have felt more at home.
The kitchen was fully stocked with absolutely every utensil, pot and pan we could have needed. There was a great assortment beach items including beach toys, towels, chairs, and a sun shade. The house was very clean and well appointed. The owner is communicative and pleasant to work with.
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We stayed for 7 nights over 4th of July. House is newly remodeled and updated in everyway. The interior is nicely decorated and the host has thought of everything you need for a stay away. We really appreciated not having to bring beach gear or beach towels and having it all available. We also appreciated all the amenities and perfectly stocked home, no extra trips to the store for anything forgotten, Michelle already thought of it and had an extra supply. Beds were very comfortable and house was very comfortable overall with the beach just a walk down the stairway and out to the ocean. Our family really enjoyed being together here for a few days and would look forward to staying again.
Only negative to this home would be The guest bedroom upstairs does not have much privacy because on main floor with kitchen and living room. The bathroom is not attached to bedroom and only one on that level. Little bit of an inconvenience if that person likes privacy. Access to beach was. A plus. Beach amenities go over and beyond. Kitchen was well stocked and additional personal Amenities were a plus. Each room was very spacious and relaxing. Views in every room to the beach were great
The first impression upon entering Steps to the Sea is it is newly renovated and very tastefully decorated. It has a private boardwalk directly to the beach and a convenient outdoor shower to rinse the sand off. This kept most of the sand out of the house... a plus! The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook with including beaters to make a birthday cake. The ocean was a lovely green color and the water was warm. The sand was soft but also firm close to the ocean which made for beautiful walks on the beach at sunrise. The house also accommodated our pet English Bulldog beautifully. We had a great family vacation at this property overall!