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Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer

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Alice and Wonderland inspired design aims to bring awareness to mental health.
Pet-friendly
Property grounds
Alice's room includes a full-length mirror, a sound machine, clothes hangers...
Mad Hatter's room includes a full-length mirror and a dedicated workspace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Holly Ridge, NC
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer

Welcome to The Spiral at Abbey Acres, your serene escape nestled in a coastal woodland minutes from the pristine beaches of Topsail and Surf City, NC. Here, you’ll find the perfect blend of peace, tranquility, and convenience.

What to Expect

Unwind and rejuvenate in this secluded sanctuary, where the hustle and bustle of daily life melt away. The Spiral offers the ultimate escape, yet it is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Wilmington airports and near Camp Lejeune, Geiger, Johnson, New River, and Stone Bay Marine bases.

Dining and Cooking

Whether you prefer to indulge in the local cuisine or cook in our fully equipped kitchen, The Spiral caters to all your culinary desires.

Book Today

The Spiral books fast, so reserve your spot now for an unforgettable experience.

The Space

With The Spiral's Alice in Wonderland-inspired design, we aim to offer you a remarkable vacation and raise mental health awareness.

While at TheSpiral, you’ll enjoy:

Alice's Room:
Featuring a queen bed and sound machine.

Mad Hatter's Room:
Offers a queen bed with a dedicated work desk and chair.

These rooms include luxurious bedding for restful sleep and relaxation and full-length mirrors.

Amenities

Laundry:
A top-of-the-line Speed Queen washer and dryer are available. This commercial-grade washer offers environmentally friendly wash cycles and is available with complimentary eco-friendly laundry detergent.

Essentials:
Towels, linens, and a starter set of toiletries are provided for convenience.

Alternative Options

If The Spiral is unavailable for your desired dates, consider staying at The Station & The Safari on Vrbo, also part of the Abbey Acres community, where guests like you are welcome to stay.

Guest Access

Enjoy the freedom of a keyless self-check-in, making your arrival seamless and stress-free. During your stay, you’ll have access to Abbey Acres, an expansive three-acre area surrounded by nature.

Host Interaction

You're in great hands. We're a service-disabled veteran-owned and operated small business. Our property is professionally managed and cleaned after each stay. Feel free to reach out with any questions before or during your visit.

Location

The Spiral offers a unique combination of privacy and convenience. Tucked just off in the woods yet close to significant thruways, you’ll be ideally situated to explore our best beaches and Marine bases. Located between Jacksonville and Wilmington, you’re at the heart of everything.

Additional Details

This slice of heaven beats staying at a hotel and is more affordable and closer to Marine bases than staying at the beach.

House Rules:
No Smoking Policy:
Smoking or vaping inside will result in a $500 fine for cleaning & restoration. Evidence includes, but is not limited to, the smell of smoke, ashes, burns, or any other signs of smoking or vaping.

Cancellation Policy:
Once you make a reservation, our calendar is blocked, and we can only provide refunds within our policy. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for unforeseen events such as illness, funerals, or bad weather. We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip.

Pet Policy:
Unlike most places, Abbey Acres welcomes up to three cats or dogs, regardless of size and breed. The spacious front yard features dedicated Zipline Dog Runs, providing plenty of room for your furry friends to play and stay engaged, keeping them happy. A small one-time fee ensures the property remains pet-friendly and your space is pet-ready upon arrival.

Over 30 Days: $350 for up to two pets, $450 for three pets

More Than Two Weeks up to 30 Days: $150 for up to two pets, $85 per pet for three pets ($255 total)

Up to Two Weeks: $75 for up to two pets, $65 per pet for three pets ($195 total)

When you add your pets to the reservation, the initial fee of $75 will automatically apply to your total. Please submit an inquiry for stays longer than two weeks or with more than two pets to ensure the appropriate fee is requested based on the duration of your stay and the number of pets.

Chargeback Policy:
Guests must address and attempt to resolve disputes with the host within 24 hours of the issue arising and provide relevant documentation and photos of their complaint.

Initiating a chargeback without first trying to resolve the dispute with the host is a breach of this policy. Guests must notify the host of their intent to file a chargeback and allow seven days for resolution.

Guests are responsible for reprocessing and legal costs associated with disputing a fraudulent chargeback.

Early Check-in and Late Checkout Policy:

Early Check-in Options:
Between 8 am - 12 noon: $97
After noon (4 hours prior): $75
After 2 pm (2 hours prior): $47

Late Checkout Options:
Between 3 pm - 9 pm: $97
By 3 pm: (4 hours later): $75
By 1 pm: (2 hours later): $47

Requests are subject to availability.

Please let us know as soon as possible so we can coordinate with our cleaners to ensure the place is ready for your early arrival or late departure.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a fair and enjoyable experience for all our guests.

We appreciate you booking with us.

Abbey Acres awaits you! Come Stay.

Property manager

Matt & Debra
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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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
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 3 total
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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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Holly Ridge

Located in Holly Ridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Thurston Art Gallery and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North Shore Golf Course and Sneads Ferry Marina. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holly Ridge, NC

What's nearby

  • North Shore Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Seaview Pier - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Surf City Pier - 14 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 18 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marines peaceful retreat, The Spiral @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of North Shore Golf Course, Onslow County Public Library - Sneads Ferry Branch and North Topsail Beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and Thurston Art Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patience S.

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

Thanksgiving visit

Our stay was awesome. The owners are wonderful people and were very communicative throughout the checkin process. We traveled with three small dogs and there was plenty of space for them to be walked. We were able to do laundry right outside the unit and was provided laundry sheets. Overall a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny O.

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

Peaceful

Very quiet, well maintained property that catered to guests as well as your animal. Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Quiet and comfy

clean quiet and comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Florence SC

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

Perfect for our Lejune visit

What a perfect place to be able to visit with my Marine son!!! He was only able to sign out for the day on Saturday and Sunday, and I was able to cook him a home cooked meal Saturday. Thankful for all of the small things that made our stay so much easier. There were even enough spices in the cabinet that I didn’t have to buy any to be able to cook him that meal. Thank you so very much for thinking of these things. Hoping to get back at least once more before he goes over seas. Be blessed and know that this little place is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Back again

Another trip down to the Jacksonville area. Second time staying at the acres and it was just as great as I remembered! Can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

Seeing my Marine from Texas

Wonderful time!!! Will stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby V.

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

Super clean and awesome decor!!

We loved staying at the Spiral. The property was very clean and extremely well kept. The Decor was amazing and fun and the owners were available for anything we needed. Very cost efficient and just a short drive to the beach. Our dog, Sampson had a blast wandering the large property as well! Perfect stay for my family and I!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt & Debra

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Hi! We’re Matt and Debra, newlyweds excited to start a family. Matt, a real estate professional with 17 years of experience, has hosted guests since 2019, with homes in NJ and NC. Debra loves traveling, meeting people, and is passionate about history, fashion, interior design, and acting.

Abbey Acres is a peaceful retreat, designed with thoughtful touches for a memorable stay. We’re thrilled you chose us—your comfort is our priority.

Semper Fi!

Why they chose this property

We enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by nature yet still close to the beach.

What makes this property unique

Each space is curated with passion + love.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests