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9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Surf City, NC

Inis Spa3 min walk
Surf City Pier5 min walk
Ohana Paddle Sports7 min walk
Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)52 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our family celebrated another Thanksgiving week at Surf City and this might have been the best week yet. You can't beat ...

Lauryn S.

Nov 28, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2 second floor front of house

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 ocean front 2nd floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 2nd floor

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 5 1st floor double bed with twin on top

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom 1 Top floor

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Direct Ocean Front, Pool,5BR, Elevator,Great Location,Linens & Cleaning included

Just bring your bathing suit, fishing rods and surfboard and that's all you need. Anchors Away has it all for everyone in the family.

This beautifully decorated new duplex has 5 bedrooms with each bedroom offering its own private bathroom. An elevator to help with getting luggage and groceries in is located on the ground floor.

Located on the ground floor also is a 'teen' room tucked away at the back of the hall. A futon with twin bunk and television are offer the perfect place for younger folks to 'get-a-away' from it all.

Three bedrooms offer King size beds and the fourth bedroom has a bunk with twin on top, double and a double trundle. All bedrooms have their own private bath and television.

The living area is on the top floor and the view will take your breath away. The soft warm colors of the sofas along with the rich wood furnishings make this a gathering place for all. There is a foosball table that is built into the coffee table and also has two slide out stool for the game. Flip the top over and you have a card table.

The living area also offers a large TV.

Just outside the living area door is your private view to the ocean. Have your coffee at the deck table or maybe a nice quiet dinner at night.

There is a pool located ocean front and perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach.

Anchors Away will be your 'away from it all' favorite for years to come.

Your check-in location is our Surf City office. Linens are provided. Pets are permitted in this property with pet fee.

Cleaning fees are charged

Keywords: 5 bedroom Duplex 4.5 Baths Direct Ocean

Property manager

Dave Lesesky

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

There is a $200 pet fee per dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Mid size dogs are allowed with a $200 charge per pet.

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 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

About the area

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Surf City Beach and Southside Park, while Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Surf City, NC

What's nearby

Inis Spa - 3 min walk
Surf City Pier - 5 min walk
Ohana Paddle Sports - 7 min walk
Southside Park - 7 min walk
Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 15 min walk

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪The Peak Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
‪Maine Lobstah Shack - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Direct Ocean Front, Pool,5BR, Elevator,Great Location,Linens & Cleaning included pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Direct Ocean Front, Pool,5BR, Elevator,Great Location,Linens & Cleaning included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct Ocean Front, Pool,5BR, Elevator,Great Location,Linens & Cleaning included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct Ocean Front, Pool,5BR, Elevator,Great Location,Linens & Cleaning included located?

This family-friendly Surf City holiday home is located on the beach, just steps away from Seacoast Art Gallery and Surf City Beach. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 5 minutes.

9.6

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

16 June 2024

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

Wonderful property and responsive owners

We had a lovely week long stay with our kids and dog. The pool was so convenient and the location can’t be beat. House was very clean and well stocked - kitchen had lots of cookware and spices. Dave was so helpful with booking and all our pre stay questions. Excellent house for a family getaway. We parked our car and moved it once or twice the rest of the week. Definitely recommend for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

28 May 2024

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

Wonderful Rental

This was our 12th trip to Topsail and one of the best equipped homes we've stayed in. It was fantastic to have all of the linens available and the kids absolutely loved taking bike rides around town and over the bridge with their dad. Location cannot be beat. Our party included my parents, in their 70's, my husband and me, our four children 11-17, and our little dog. Everyone enjoyed their stay. The only thing that could have been better was the cleanliness of the floors. Certainly not a dealbreaker. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

9 Apr 2024

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

Best spot in surf city

Dave is the best. Prime location and a great house. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauryn S.

28 Nov 2023

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

Surf City Delight

Our family celebrated another Thanksgiving week at Surf City and this might have been the best week yet. You can't beat the location - just a quick walk to so many things: coffee, live music, a small grocery store, etc. The house was so comfy and made our stay even more relaxing. We clocked many hours on the porch watching the surfers and action at the pier. Would love the opportunity to stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene B.

3 Oct 2023

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

Surf City Vaca

We had a great time. The location is wonderful...close to everything and beautiful views. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

16 Sept 2023

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing week at Anchors Away! The floor plan was perfect for our family and friend group. We had the night owls upstairs and everyone else in the second floor bedrooms. The baby was able to sleep undisturbed while the adults hung out upstairs. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out when all 8 of us were in the house. The house is centrally located and we walked just about everywhere all week. We only used the car to go to the Salty Turtle (recommend) and to haul all of our stuff to Aquaholics to rent a boat (also recommend). The kitchen is well equipped if you want to stay in and cook and there was a gas grill under the home. We loved that it was dog friendly and our girls spent hours out on the decks just sniffing the sea air. We really appreciated the elevator and I don’t think we will ever rent a multi story home without one again. It makes move in and move out so much easier. We had a minor issue that I will only mention because of the excellent responsiveness of the owner. He was right on top of it and our issue was resolved very quickly. We were very appreciative of that. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robin W.

22 July 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Great Location!

Location, location, location! We had a nice family vacation. Home was nice. We enjoyed the pool and beach. Only thing we were disappointed in was the cleaning. It did not look like anyone cleaned prior to our arrival! Owner was great and responded to us immediately. He worked to make everything better! You won’t be disappointed with this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE C.

3 June 2023

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

Perfect property

We have vacationed here two years in a row. The owner is fantastic and quick to respond to any of my questions. The views couldn’t be beat and the location is just a walk away to everything you need. My kids love the pool and we love that we don’t have to drive anywhere, just a walk out to the beach, or across the street to Shaka taco, sugar kingdom, IGA, etc.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

marc w.

18 Apr 2023

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

Paradise

Awesome

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F., Glen Allen, Va

8 Apr 2023

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

Family Spring Break 2023

Absolutely loved the property. Dave was absolutely awesome to work with. Location is perfect. Loved it so much we booked again already. 5 stars and would 100% recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith D., Candler, NC

7 Jan 2023

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

Christmas at the beach

We enjoyed our stay. House and location was ideal for our family. Us older folks could sit and enjoy the views, while the younger crowd could get out and explore. Everybody having their own bath was a blessing. Would stay here again.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

20 Sept 2022

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

Can't get better than this.

Great property. Great location. Direct beach access Great pool. Within walking distance to restaurants and shops.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

31 July 2022

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

Great location for family to gather!

We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful house for an annual family gathering! Location is perfect with an oceanfront view and just steps to all the surf city venues and restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz S., FL

30 Apr 2022

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

Wonderful!

Excellent location! Great accommodations!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

30 Oct 2021

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

Awesome location !

We enjoyed this place where we reserved it for next year !

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Claudia S.

11 Sept 2021

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

We were celebrating 2 birthdays. We did have a few issues with the property but overall had a wonder

The condo was beautiful. The cleanliness could have better but it was laid out perfect for a large crowd and the location was perfect. We will be back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

mark o.

7 July 2021

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

Great spot

Our first time to Surf City and it was great. The house is right on the beach and the pool was a huge plus. The rooms were spacious and we had everything we needed. Walk to everything. Great views too! Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle H.

9 Dec 2020

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

Much Needed Family Getaway!

The house and views were perfect! We enjoyed an amazing week with family for Thanksgiving. The owners are very accommodating and the location can't be beat! We never had to drive anywhere once we arrived. Everything is in walking distance. Highly recommend this beautiful home and we can't wait until we can come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Tiffany K., Germantown, OH

15 Sept 2020

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

Location! Location! Location!

You can’t beat the location of this home! Within walking distance of so much. We loved being able to see the pier, especially at night. The house is plenty big to spread out and everyone not be on top of each other. The pool was never crowded, and we loved having that option after a day at the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

8 Sept 2020

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

Another great week at Top Sail Beach

We had a very relaxing week at the beach.. Check in was a breeze. To our surprise, there was a welcome basket left for us on the kitchen counter. A very nice touch! This was our annual family vacation at Top Sail. The house was equipped with everything you need-even linens. You can walk to everything you need which is nice especially for Grandma and the little ones. We chose to eat in or get carry out but the restaurants were open for inside or outside dining. The views from the house are gorgeous. You can sit on the deck and watch the surfers and beautiful sunsets. There is a pool to relax in or take the little ones to splash around. The beach was not crowded at all. Everyone was respectful of space in this Covid era. We would certainly stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

2 June 2020

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

Just what our family needed!!

We just visited Anchors Away for a week over Memorial Day. It was exactly what our family needed! We just wanted to get away and have a change of scenery while still trying to social distance. Walking into the kitchen and seeing the welcome basket was such a special touch- coffee, treats, soap, tp, etc! What a great idea!There is plenty of space in the house and very nice setup. Each bedroom has their own full bath and having the family room/kitchen on the top floor is perfect for drinking coffee on the beachfront patio and enjoying the gorgeous view! Having the elevator was a lifesaver when unloading our luggage. It is a great location with everything in walking distance. Having the bikes that were provided was a great surprise for my kids! With is being a holiday weekend, the beach was somewhat crowded at first since it's near the pier and one of the public accesses, but nothing too insane. By Tues and the rest of the week, there were very few families and we had plenty of beach space. Just a few things to let the owner know as they probably wouldn't know otherwise. The "old" coffee pot doesn't work. It backs up and spills out of the top bc the pot doesn't push up to let the coffee flow through. No worries, there is a very nice keurig as well. The light under the microwave wouldn't turn off. Also, the gray vacuum has no suction (blows stuff out). There is another one that we used. These were tiny things that didn't affect out trip, but wanted to relay the information. All in all, we would 100% rent here again! It was perfect family time for us when we really needed it! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

26 May 2020

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

Perfect home for a family vacation.

This house was perfect for me and my family. We all had our own private bedrooms room and bathrooms, even my one year old grandson. It is right on the beach, so very convenient with the baby. I have never stayed this close to the bridge and all activity so it was a bit loud at times, particular Sat and Sun night but that’s the only negative comment I have. David, the owner, was great to deal with. Very accommodating and responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

25 Apr 2020

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

David was wonderful to work with!

Unfortunately we weren’t able to stay at the property due to coronavirus, but David was amazingly accommodating. We are planning on rescheduling so we can truly enjoy the beach views!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Goranka Z., Cleveland, OH

11 June 2019

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

Great condo in a cute little beach town. Post hurricane construction made it a 4 instead of a 5.

Great accommodations in a cute beach town. Wonderful views of the ocean and morning walks to the beach. Many of the restaurants are within walking distance however due to the construction post hurricane many were also closed. I would recommend this as a vacation spot for large families

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., Arvada, CO

1 June 2019

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

FAntastic

This property was beautiful. Well equipped and clean. Great property manager. Location could not be beat!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Dave Lesesky

I purchased this unit with my brother in December 2009. Our goal was to have the best place for a vacation on the beach with all the conveniences of home. This home is newly decorated. This beach house was our retirement dream and I know you will enjoy it.

Why they chose this property

The views from this beach house are spectacular! I have heard many times that this is the best place on Topsail Island!

What makes this property unique

You are very close to the water and can watch the dolphins swim by. Also it is very nice that you do not need a car once you arrive. You can walk to 4 restaurants, 2 bars on the ocean, grocery store, ABC store, Bank, fishing pier, video store and shops.