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A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!

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Truly A Breath of Fresh Aire!
The left side in this picture from the beach.
The right side from the street- next to the empty lot, A Breath of Fresh Aire.
Open living room with expansive view of beach.
Cute couch and love seat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8132.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!

A cute on-the-beach cottage with 3 bedrooms - and not a "Mc-Mansion" with 10 bedrooms that no one can afford? Yes, your dream has come true!

THIS GORGEOUS BEACH DUPLEX IS PET-FRIENDLY - AND IN BEAUTIFUL SHAPE. You will not believe such a beautiful house allows your pet, but we find that our guests at A Breath of Fresh Aire have been very conscientious about their four legged family members.

NOW MY WIFE SAYS I TALK TOO MUCH. She told me to shut up and let our guests tell the story. So here they go:

'Our family can't wait until July this year - we have stayed at Amazing Grace for the last three years - this year we will stay at Breath of Fresh Air - A wonderful ocean-front duplex - very nice and owner is a delight to deal with. A great deal here at Topsail!!!'
Tim & Carol, Alexandria, Va

(Lyn and I own both sides of the duplex. Check VRBO.com/113771 to see the other one.)

'Our humans brought us to watch them unwind at this wonderful house on the beach. We got long walks on the water's edge and saw turtle nests and lots of crabs and dolphins. We also got peaceful naps to the sound of the surf. We had such a good time watching our humans uncoil and become fun companions that we did not want it to end. Thanks for making us feel like puppies again.'
Your 4-pawed buddies, Kapi and Rufus

'Our family has stayed at A Breath of Fresh Aire about 4 times over the past 3 years. We obviously LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!! We keep coming back! It's always clean and comfortable, and Steve the owner is a pleasure to deal with. It has everything we need and absolutely Beautiful views! And it's on a great section of the island too.'
Chrissy, Atlanta, Ga

'A Breath of Fresh Aire is just that... what a wonderful week of sun and fun on TopSail island, NC. We couldn't have been more impressed with this wonderful ocean-front home. It is so rare to find a beach home vacation rental that not only has all the amenities of home, but accepts pets too! We'll definitely be back.'
Scott & Carolee, Wake Foest, NC

And it goes on and on. Our guests love the place and you will too.

Imagine shrimp on the grill (on the driveway as per Fire Marshall rules), kids on the beach, and a cold beverage in your hand as you sit on the deck above the dunes. The wide beach invites you to stay all day long.

A Breath of Fresh Aire is BEACH FRONT. It is not a piano lot, or a view between two houses, or in a condominium complex. It is a real OCEANFRONT house. Sit on the beach or sit on a marvelous deck just a few feet away from the crashing waves.

Do you like to bike or run? There is a bike shoulder on the main road the entire way from the north to south. The island is like 22 miles long, so you can get a good work out.

You can even bike for fun (like I do). Recently I rode my bike to the south end, and the smell of Jasmin and ocean air was unbelievable. I stopped on the far south point of the island and walked around the beach on the undeveloped point. I then rode back to Topsail Beach city hall and said hi to the ladies who worked there. (They had kindly sent me an invitation to pay real estate tax in their city even though my house is not in their city. I graciously declined :-) but they were very pleasant!) I then rode back to Surf City and promptly bought an ice cream cone at DQ just to make sure I hadn't burnt off too many calories, then leisurely rode back to the beach house.

Believe me, this place is fun.

And I haven't even told you about Giligan's, just before the bridge on the mainland side and it's hilarious karaoke nights, or about Sears Landing and its award winning clam chowder made with sherry, or Indigo Marsh - the best restaurant overlooking the sound that you will ever find. Oh, and how about the fresh fish market (I mean right off the boat) behind the Crab Pot where you can get shrimp, flounder, shark or whatever they have been catching and take it back and grill it.

Or you can play 18 holes at Coastal Carolina's only four-star golf course, North Shore Golf and Ocean Club (as per Golf Digest). Perhaps you would like to deep sea or surf fish...or maybe spend an hour with your son or daughter fishing off the sound dock just steps from your beachfront villa. And did we mention riding jet skis on the nearby sound?

FOR MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO ON THE ISLAND, LOOK BELOW THE CALENDAR ICON FARTHER DOWN ON THIS PAGE. ABOUT 1 INCH BELOW THAT THERE IS A LINE THAT SAYS 'CLICK HERE - CLICK HERE for more photos and information'. CLICK THERE AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO PAGES.

Wi-Fi wireless broadband internet and free long distance calling available.

CAN YOU GUESS WHY WE HAVE SO MANY REPEAT GUESTS?

Well, one of our repeat guests told us:

'Delightful Cottage and good location. Our golden loved the beach. I would not hesitate to rent this cottage again. The owner, Steve, made everything simple and straightforward. We made some great memories there. Thanks!!'
Linda O, Chester, Va

Won't you be our guest?

IF THIS PLACE IS BOOKED CHECK OUT AMAZING GRACE NEXT DOOR by clicking on 'All my Rentals' below the calendar on this page. I think Amazing Grace is prettier than A Breath of Fresh Aire!

Keywords: Duplex (Left Side)

Property manager

Steve Morrison
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No grilling on the deck - Fire Marshall Rule. Grill in the driveway.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sneads Ferry

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean City Beach, a neighbourhood in Sneads Ferry. Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Escape Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Surf City Pier - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ashe Island - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Seaview Pier - 9 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Trailer Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! located?

This Ocean City Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sea Haven Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Surf City Beach and North Topsail Beach. Seaview Pier and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 190 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher N. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location/nice house
Overall good, but the TV in the living room had no power cord, so we just watched the ocean instead. It was better anyway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

S W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beachfront Property for Small Family
Great place right on the beach about midway between public beach access points so relatively uncrowded compared to beach access points. Accommodations were clean and adequate. Although, no bedroom on ground floor made it somewhat challenging for my elderly mother. Overall, a great place for small family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect refresher
This house was the perfect place to spend our 2 weeks at the most beautiful beach on the east coast. We love Topsail for so many reasons and the location of this house was great for anyone who wants to just get away and forget the real world for awhile.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
What a wonderful and beautiful vacation!
We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy beach
We loved the easy access, for the young and the old, to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home that has amazing view of the ocean!
We had a great time here. My kids loved being so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total relax
The house was so cozy… loved it there!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Breath of Fresh Aire
House was perfect. Right on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cjs S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Amazing location, right on the beach! This house has everything for a wonderful, family beach vacation at Topsail Island!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Perfect location, beautiful view. Hope to go back !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth F., Northville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway!
Lovely views, just a few steps down the deck and on to the sandy beach! We went just before high season and it was perfection! Our host, Steve, was over the top helpful with the most spot on recommendations of places to visit for us. Will definitely return again!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
April Getaway
This was a very nice home and just what we needed and expected. We were a little disappointed no dolphins showed up for us to see but the ocean was beautiful. Being so close and watching the high and low tides was great. I would definitely recommend and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

renee m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachfront duplex
Just as advertised, the location on the beach was perfect. Steve was responsive to texts when we had issues with the wireless. (FYI, the modem is in the unit next door.) Fortunately our neighbors were home and able to reset it. modem. M
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, accurate description
My family loved our week here. The house was very clean and in a great location. Steve was quick with communication, suggestions, and answering my questions both leading up to the trip and during our stay. If we ever come back to Topsail Island, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply beautiful
Rented both sides for a family reunion. Amazing views and just a few steps from the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albertina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
You walk in and immediately see and hear the ocean. The view of sunrise and sunset is breathtaking. All of us loved our stay. Great property —comfy, cozy and clean. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aruna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach house
We had a great time at ‘Breath of Fresh Air. The house was extremely clean, kitchen was well stocked and the views of the beach are breathtaking. Every bedroom has a view and the balcony outside the master bedroom overlooking the beach is beautiful. We enjoyed seeing sunrises every day from our room. Overall, our family enjoyed our stay and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!! Perfect for the 5 of us and our two dogs!!
If we return to Topsail, we will rent again! Thankyou!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach location
The location can’t be beat, and Steve is an amazing host. Only steps away from the beach and with 2 nice patios overlooking the ocean. Would definitely stay here again (this is our 2nd stay with this host, but last time we were on the other side of this same property.) Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We loved that the house is right on the beach and that it had everything we needed for the week. Great access to the sound and to town for any shopping needs. Thanks for the most wonderful, memorable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, again
Most everything was excellent, so happy and glad we came. We will be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Perry Hall, MD

Wonderful vacation home
I've have stayed at this property many times. Great location, views are wonderful. The county did a great job replenishing the beach. Steve is always very prompt answering any questions or taking care of any problems you may have. Great family spot. If you want a quiet family/dog friendly beach vacation this place is it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Dale A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Soothing
The location was fantastic. Eight steps down to the sand, oceanfront. At high tide you could throw a rock from the deck to the ocean with a good arm. The duplex was very clean and the kitchen was well equipped. The best thing to me was the communication and response from the owner. Steve was great at providing us information and making himself available. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
This duplex was great for our family of six. Beautiful views of the ocean. Felt like home with it being in a quaint ‘neighborhood’. The beach wasn’t crowded so the grandkids and dog could run and play. The owner was responsive and pleasant during the entire renting process. Very happy with our choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve Morrison

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Fun loving retired trial attorney and sailor. I used to love to weave a story for the jury, or weave a story for the bartender at some beach bar. My wife has kept me in balance and fortunately has never "fired" me from being her husband.

Why they chose this property

We absolutely love Topsail Island. Being on an island, the ocean breezes, the salt air, and the wonderful people make this a great place to be.

What makes this property unique

As Jimmy Buffet said: "Cheeseburger in paradise, Heaven on earth with an onion slice, Not too particular, not too precise, I'm just a cheeseburger in paradise"

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests