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Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown

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Exterior
Property grounds
Beach/ocean view
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Top Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown

Welcome to the beach!! You will feel right at home at the Sea Glass Cottage!

On the ground level you will find two enclosed garages on either side of the foyer. On one side you have access to beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, games, beach cart, and plenty of storage. In the other garage is a pop-a-shot basketball game, foosball table and darts for some indoor fun. To the side of the garage is a large outdoor shower with great water pressure and adjustable temperature. There is also a cargo elevator to help bring your bags and groceries to the upper levels (not suitable for transporting people).

On the first level you will find 4 spacious queen bedrooms, each with its own Roku TV and luxury bedding. There are two full bathrooms with large shower heads and bathtubs. Each bedroom on this floor has an ocean or a sound view.

When you come up to the second level you will be thrilled with the incredible views from the open concept living area surrounded by bead board walls and coastal furnishings. A 75 inch flat screen is also in the living area with connected tv, and DVD player.

The kitchen area is beautiful with white cabinets, black granite, and stainless appliances. A bar surrounds the kitchen with six barstools and a cottage table that also seats six. There is a laundry room off of the kitchen with large capacity high efficiency washer and dryer, along with a pantry.

In the master suite, located off the main floor living area, you will find a king bed and enjoy the newly renovated spa like shower and walk in closet.

On the third level you will be astonished by the ocean and sound views from your deck complete with chairs and lounge chair, perfect for tanning. There is a 50 inch flat screen and den area great for tv or video games. An Xbox 360 with games are set up for your enjoyment! Just off of this living area is a bedroom with two twin beds and full bath.

Guests will be delighted with the beach access located in front of our cottage. The quiet street is perfect for family walks and biking. Beach bike rentals, surf boards and anything you may need are just around the block. Our cottage is within walking distance of a grocery store and incredible restaurants. Sea glass hunters and seashell seekers will be in heaven on this soft sand, expansive beach.

Property manager

Katie
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not recommended for children under 5
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the area

Surf City

Located in Holly Ridge, this holiday home is near the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Travelling with kids? Consider Mia's Marketplace, or check out an event or a game at Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southside Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large beautiful oceanview home, 5 min walk to downtown located?

This family-friendly Holly Ridge holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Surf City Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week

My family and I stayed at the sea glass cottage this past week. This property is great and has all the necessary amenities and more! The information given in the digital guide provided was a nice head start to take out any guess work. Any questions were quickly answered. The only delay was on my end as it was extremely easy to forget about your phone and enjoy the beach with your family. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short But Sweet

The house was wonderful for our large group, and the host Katie was awesome to work with. Unfortunately our stay was cut short, due to tropical storm Debby, but Katie helped ease the pain by refunding the nights we couldn't stay. Would definitely go back to this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House!!

This is a well-maintained home and has everything you need. We didn’t have any issues during our stay. The house is as-described. The 4 bedrooms downstairs are all about the same size. There’s a Jack-and-Jill style bathroom between two of the bedrooms and a hallway bathroom between the other two (with a door that accesses a bedroom). The outdoor shower is probably the nicest I’ve ever seen. Everything was clean upon our arrival. Kitchen has a nice big fridge that we all wished we had in our own homes. Another great stay in Surf City!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot

We stayed here for our 3rd trip to Surf City and had an amazing time. The house was perfect for our group of 10 (6 adults, 4 kids aged 4-12). The kitchen was well stocked, there was plenty of towels, umbrellas, chairs, shovels, buckets, and even a beach wagon that made our beach trips so easy. The beach access is literally across the street, outdoor shower was perfect for getting off sand. Communication with the host was quick, easy, and pleasant! We will absolutely book here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Glass Cottage

As always, it was a fabulous vacation and the house could not be better. The owner has it equipped with everything you would need...it's our home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great beach access

good location for family gatherings, plenty of room for adults to spread out and a short walk to shops/food and directly across the street from beach access
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with thoughtful accommodations

Just across the street are the stairs to the beach, makes back and forth with littles very easy. Bedrooms are roomy and comfortable. The common area is a bit tight for a larger group (we had 12), but due to the layout it worked. House is well stocked and very clean. Furnishings are nice but not so nice that they make you nervous. We hadn’t been to Topsail before but the laid back nature and fewer crowds makes it a solid contender with OBX. Cute restaurants and shops are indeed a 5 min walk from the property. The owners have provided every type of beach gear you’d ever need
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crissy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful long weekend with family

The house was perfect for our family size. I would say that it needs a few improvements and a good spring cleaning but other than that it was great. Location is perfect and all the porches are perfect for taking in the view and beach air. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

The Sea Glass Cottage was perfect for our family that gathered from around NC nd Tx. There were 5 couples so the king and 4 queens suited us. The young men grandsons rotated in and out of the suite on the third floor which had twins, bathroom and sitting room equipped with games. Since we had lots of cooks, both men and women, the well equipped kitchen was a dream. Last of all the view was spectacular even one row back. It was a wonderful week. Our homeowner was very prompt answering questions and concerns.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!!

Great house, plenty of room! Fantastic location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing week

We loved our stay! The house is absolutely beautiful and has more than you could need for a week at the beach. Katie was so easy to get in touch with and responded very quickly. We will definitely be returning! The only think that was a little difficult are the amount of stairs that my 72 year old mom had to climb!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing beach week at The Sea glass Cottage

We had an absolute amazing week as returning guests. The Sea Glass cottage is filled with ALL the best beach necessities and anything and everything you could need or want. Katie is a fabulous host with superior communication skills. We are blessed to have found this charming gem by the sea in the quaint beach town of Surf City. Thank you for sharing this beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Johnson Topsail Vacation

The property definitely exceeded our expectations. We have been vacationing at Topsail for 50 years. The house was very clean and well maintained. It was well beyond equipped. Beach towels, beach chairs, all kitchen appliances, linens, and fun games. The only recommendation I have for the house is higher guardrails on the top level deck. The view is gorgeous from this level, but I would be uncomfortable with kids (small and big) around the guardrails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., Concord, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly family reunion trip

This is probably our fourth year staying at this property for our summer family reunions and I love that it's well stocked in all the right ways that allows it to be very easy and light packing for a beach trip.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best all around!

As a group of 10, this house was more than accommodating! Plenty of space and everyone had their own rooms. The amount of beach gear and towels provided was so helpful and took away a lot of the stress! (The Shibumi and beach wagon were a nice surprise). The location of the house is just feet from the beach access making it extremely easy to go to and from. There was more than enough space in the driveway for our four vehicles with still plenty of room for cornhole! After using the cargo elevator for loading/unloading all of our things between the levels…I’m not sure we could stay somewhere without one now! Cooking meals was very easy with the well-stocked kitchen and all of the right cookware/utensils. Katie was very accommodating and quick to respond. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

We came in town from Texas to Attend our daughter's wedding And could not be more delighted with our accommodations at this property.. Katie was awesome...We highly recommend. Very little Hassle and very well kept property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay and will stay again

We had a mixed group of family ranging from 3 years old to 85 years old. Everyone enjoyed their stay! Two things I would be sure you know: the “main” level is actually the third level and there are lots of stairs. This worked for us as the master bed/bath is on that level, so once the in their 80s grandparents were settled in they didn’t have to manage the stairs unless we left the house. The cargo elevator is a great help! The owner was informative and quick to respond via messaging. Beach views were great with chairs and decks on every level. Beach access was super easy. We took advantage of the outdoor shower to rinse the sand before returning inside. Plenty of items in the cabinets and fridge. We used some and left some. Easy access to everything. We did a Walmart pick up on our first day and filled our forgotten items and cravings at the IGA. Everyone agreed we would definitely book this home again!! Recommendations for the area: I wouldn’t miss Maine Lobstah, Sears Landing and Topsail Steamers. All were within 5 minutes and had wonderful food and service. Visit the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue! Very affordable and great experience for all ages. Do your souvenirs shopping at Topsail Island Trading Company. Wonderful variety of items with something to fit in every budget. They also had a nice selection of local artisan items.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place and very clean

Easy and well worth every penny
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home

Very nice home. Good location to beach, shops and restaurants. Prompt responses by owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cait M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The house and location are lovely! Katie has considered so many conveniences - even the outdoor shower is equipped with shampoo/conditioner/soap! There were bath and beach towels, a well stocked kitchen with many items needed for baking, and an incredibly easy to follow e-guidebook. The house is literally across the street from the beach. Beach chairs, umbrellas, and the wagon provided made our visit seamless. We have vacationed in the Topsail/Surf City area for more than a decade. This house was one of the best we have stayed in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Surf City Stay

Absolutely amazing week at Sea Glass Cottage. Katie was incredible to work with! The house is the perfect combination of location, convenience, beach accessibility, and has all the amenities! We were blessed with a wonderful week! Thanks so much for sharing your fantastic beach home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely host and house

Katie is a flexible and kind host; we enjoyed staying with her. The house is a sturdy older home with multiple levels which afforded quiet and privacy for our family. It is extremely well stocked and is one house away from the beach. We liked it so much that we are booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

This was our second year staying here. Great location, very clean, fully stocked with everything you need (beach stuff, games, towels, sheets). Katie is very easy to communicate with. No complaints at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Within walking distance to restaurants and pier. Very nice house with plenty of beach equipment and a good view of the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eddie’s 75th

It was a great experience. Ou family loved it. Everything was top shelf. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Katie

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests