Title: Steps to the Ocean! 285 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=77110084&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Steps to the Ocean! 285 ## Photo gallery for Steps to the Ocean! 285 ![On the beach - Steps to the Ocean! 285 (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77110100/77110084/61a96358.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Steps to the Ocean! 285 (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77110100/77110084/6f869a54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Steps to the Ocean! 285 (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77110100/77110084/011251e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Steps to the Ocean! 285 (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77110100/77110084/479dea22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Steps to the Ocean! 285 (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77110100/77110084/1c9ba91a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps to the Ocean! 285 provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4532 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Steps to the Ocean! 285 Go to our company website for the best rates! Managed by My Carolina Escapes LLC 2ND floor, oceanfront condo with private balcony and steps to the beach. Beautiful, Oceanfront Condo on the 2ND floor. This 1 bedroom condo has been recently remodeled with new appliances, 70" Smart TV, keurig and regular coffeemaker, ceramic plank floors and fresh paint. Your private balcony overlooks crashing waves, and steps to the beach. Sleep to the tranquil crashing of the waves (better than any sound machine). You cannot get any closer to the ocean! The State fishing pier, Sea view pier, is 3 miles away, Splash by the Sea restaurant (3.5 miles), shopping and more restaurants within 10 minutes away. 30 minutes from Wilmington International Airport. NO PETS, PLEASE. Verification and DEPOSIT thru Superhog REMINDER: THE ATLANTIC OCEAN HAS TIDES FROM -1 FEET AT LOW TIDE up to 6.5 FEET AT HIGH TIDE. THERE COULD BE SEVERAL HOURS A DAY WHEN THERE IS LITTLE OR NO BEACH. HOWEVER, IF YOU WALK ON EITHER SIDE OF THE CONDO COMMUNITY, THE BEACH IS WIDE OPEN. Beach Renovations occur occasionally throughout the year. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Tennis - Basketball 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 532 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100900000/100898500/100898424/670dd07a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### North Topsail Beach Condo in Resort-style Complex! 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Unfortunately the condo association does not allow pets. Sorry. Please no smoking or drugs. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 6df135fb-dbdb-4914-84ed-cc42e26ec012 ## About the area Located in North Topsail Beach, this condo is on the beach. North Shore Golf Course and Sneads Ferry Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach. [Visit our Sneads Ferry travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sneads-Ferry.dx183767) [View more Condo rentals in Sneads Ferry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sneads-Ferry-Condos.d183767-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.52339%2C-77.34994&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AGRY2VN6aofPAcbpdD_2GWbocfk=) North Topsail Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Another beautiful sunrise on the coast of North Carolina. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183767/7f2b0d0c-9292-4f10-9f2a-0e601ac36a10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Topsail Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Sunrise at Seaview Pier on North Topsail Island North Carolina.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312470/70c46830-bdc3-40fa-853c-0f138bbda6f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seaview Pier 6 min drive \- 3.9 miles - ![Under the pier at night.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/166778/7852b491-357f-4959-8199-3c78250eb7c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf City Beach 9 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Marine Corps Air Station New River 33 min drive \- 29.5 miles - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center 46 min drive \- 39.1 miles ### Getting around - Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - River View Cafe 20 min drive - McDonald's 14 min drive - Spiaggia Ristobar 13 min drive - Cancun Mexican 13 min drive - Arrr Pirate Bar 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to the Ocean! 285 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Steps to the Ocean! 285? ### What time is check-in at Steps to the Ocean! 285? ### What time is check-out at Steps to the Ocean! 285? ### Where is Steps to the Ocean! 285 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to the Ocean! 285 Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhyne G. 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view Just what I needed for some me time. Great view of the ocean and sunrise. Short walk to the New River Inlet with great fishing . Easy access to the beach and the Tiki Bar & Market. Very clean and the unit had all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. ![Gorgeous sunrise ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3c66ada-3a47-43c5-b54e-5fc76101ed10-1745427713231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rhyne G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kacy R. 5 May 2025 #### Everything you need If you are looking for fair rates, directly on the beach with convenience to local bars and restaurants, this is your place! Mark was very communicative with any questions that I had. ##### Kacy R. ### 8/10 Good #### Darcy H. 29 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place We loved every second of it only issue we found was the smoke detector was defective it had a beep when we arrived we attempted to change the battery but the place the battery goes was damaged pushed in. But the place was clean the view was amazing loved it was walking distance to the tiki bar and a small market that was amazing for the little things you may foeget ##### Darcy H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy B. 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Enjoyed are stay ##### Amy B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### ChristieG 10 Jul 2023 #### Great weekend stay For the price, this place is perfect for a weekend getaway for a couple! Beautiful views from the balcony and you can’t get any closer to the beach! ##### ChristieG ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy S. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Views This was a perfect spot for a Mother/Daughter getaway! ##### Amy S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William C. 7 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect spot Great space with many sleeping options. Great view and beach access. Small store across the street for daily items. Would absolutely stay here again and again. ##### William C. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna d., Disputanta 9 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best view ever! This place was just as listed! Great location! The best view ever. The host was very quick to respond for anything you need. We would stay again!! ##### Donna d. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherylann B. 16 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No Carolina island time Beautiful place; what a view. Great time. ##### Cherylann B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael W. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful View… The condo was clean and well appointed but the kitchen cabinets have the vernier pealing and there is a constant smell of moisture. It was still a wonderful stay but beech access can be difficult because you’re not allowed to walk on the giant sand bags so you have to walk through a 3 foot deep tide pool. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/223350d1-6d17-4796-84af-49026e4dc597-1752269825783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dean R. 30 Mar 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great view Great deck chairs. Layout as expected. Needed to be cleaned. We left it much better than found. ##### Dean R. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jody M. 28 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Topsail Place was functional but not inviting. Not decorative. Very Basic accommodations. Great view and great location though. ##### Jody M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn C. 19 Jul 2024 #### 285 We enjoyed our stay immensely. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful beach home. There was a few things that needed fixing and we took pictures of everything like the lease agreement specified, but other than that we had a great beach vacation. You absolutely cannot get any closer to the beach than what we were. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would like to rent it again. The Craigs ##### Carolyn C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### William G. 14 Feb 2023 #### Customer Very good time...very clean, comfortable and cozy. Recommend it to anyone ##### William G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 4 Dec 2022 #### Perfect escape My wife and I stayed for 3 nights. Couldn't get a better view. Will definitely be visiting again! ##### Michael T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy W. 3 Aug 2022 #### Amazing We loved every min even stayed an extra day! Beautiful views! ##### Brandy W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy W. 2 Aug 2022 #### Amazing view In LOVE! We will be coming back for our anniversary the end of April! Hope to get the same place! Amazing stay! ##### Brandy W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric S. 6 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friendly Host and nice location. Host was available for questions. Had a wonderful trip. ##### Eric S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan K., Zeeland, USA 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Condo This condo met our needs perfectly!! Marc was great with communicating too which was a big plus. ##### Susan K. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Alefiyah L. 12 Jul 2025 ##### Alefiyah L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ---