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Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.

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Our private dock over the sound has four Adirondack chairs.
Private dock with seating.
Our private dock on the sound.
Private dock
Sunset view from our dock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ashe Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.

Welcome to Steps To The Sound, an adorable and cozy soundside cottage in North Topsail Beach. This home was meticulously renovated and decorated by veteran vacation home owners/managers, who have been offering exceptional rentals to travelers since 2012. This home sleeps a maximum of four, and while it may be on the small side, it is full of character, amenities and was designed with guest needs in mind.

We are in an ideal location in North Topsail, convenient to both Surf City and Sneads Ferry. The beach access is a short walk across Island Drive.

The home is located directly on the sound, and offers a private dock to enjoy peace and quiet, and stunning sunsets over the sound. The main living area was transformed from a cramped space with too many walls to an open floor plan with a large dining island, and views of the sound from the kitchen and living area. There is a cushy & comfy sofa, two swivel chairs (for facing both the sofa and the TV) and a 65" Smart TV. The kitchen is fully stocked for your cooking needs, and we have a steamer pot ready for your vacation seafood boils. We offer a floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinet that's left empty for guest food storage. We keep the kitchen stocked with dish soap, dishwasher tabs, hand soap, kitchen towels, 2 rolls of paper towels and a full supply of trash bags.

There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both bedrooms have premium Tempur-Cloud mattresses by Tempurpedic. The master bedroom has a king bed, and ensuite bathroom with custom tile shower, and sound views with a slider to the back deck. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and is adjacent to the hallway full bath with custom tiled bathtub/shower combo. Each bedroom has custom closets with shelving and dual hanging space. Although the cottage is compact, we have taken great care to maximize storage for your personal items. Each bedroom also features nightstands with drawers for your clothing or essentials. We supply all linens (sheets, towels, and beach towels).

There is a laundry room in the cottage as well with a full-size stackable washer/dryer, an iron & ironing board, a vacuum and mop for any spills/sand, and a supply of basic cleaning supplies. We keep a supply of turkish towels you can take to the beach with you.

Our under house storage contains beach chairs for your use, a Yeti backpack cooler, and a Shibumi Shade and a beach cart. We have an open air outdoor shower behind the house where you can rinse off the beach salt & sand, and the fence has hooks for your beach towels.

We are dog friendly for one adult dog under 20 lbs, housebroken and crate trained only, please. We have a small fenced area in the side yard with dog turf for safe potty breaks.

Bring your kayaks or rent them locally. We are just two doors down from the North Topsail kayak launch at W Rodney Knowles Park.

We have considered it an honor to host travelers at our vacation rentals since 2012. In addition to Steps To The Sound, we also offer an oceanfront home that sleeps 8 (4 BR/3 BA), called Steps To The Sea, which is just a few houses down. We also have two cabins in the Smoky Mountains (Next Step Heaven and A Step Above), and two rentals in Englewood FL (SW Gulf Coast) on Manasota Key (Next Step Paradise and Next Step Serenity).

Guests acknowledge there are RING floodlight cameras at the driveway level for security purposes only. **THE CONTENT ABOVE IS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER/MANAGER. EVERYTHING BELOW THIS MESSAGE IS AUTOGENERATED BY VRBO AND MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY.**

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Property manager

Michelle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children 13 and over only, due to the dock.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One adult dog (under 20lb), must be crate trained.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in North Topsail Beach. Use is prohibited on this property, on the beach/sound, or anywhere within city limits.

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

Sneads Ferry

Located in Sneads Ferry, this holiday home is on the waterfront. North Shore Golf Course and Seaview Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. 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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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ashe Island - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Seaview Pier - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Surf City Pier - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪City Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Minervini's New York Bagel Co. - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Soundside Cottage With Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Outstanding - 5 Stars!

Outstandingly clean! Very well stocked with all you need for an enjoyable stay. Kitchen supplies were top quality! Conveniently located to launch each day's activities. Spectacular sunset experience from rear deck and dock. Outstanding communication with owner throughout stay. Thanks for a wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location on the marsh side with beautiful view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Steps To The Beach

5 stars to Michelle - superb customer service and communication. That makes all the difference when renting. House was great. Super clean, recent renovation with many upgraded items. Will definitely look at this property or others that Michelle has for future vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Vacation

Love, love, love this place. Clean, well stocked, nicely decorated, and spacious for the 2 of us. Close to the beach and kayak launch as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Pure perfection!

The house was beautifully decorated and appointed with everything you could need and more! We will definitely be booking again the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

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

North topsailt beach

Enjoy the stay whoever did the decorations was a true professional. It is great well done high-quality of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

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

wonderful stay

property was very clean updated appliances. Beautiful sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

al e.

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

absolutely fabulous

this is an incredible property and the handler Michelle is top notch seriously exceeded our expectations!!! book it if you're interested!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Beer on the Pier!

Excellent property with amazing sunsets. The house has all top provisions and excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Super cute, remodeled house in a great location

We loved having the dock on the marsh and also being across from the beach. The house was well-supplied and a great use of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

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

Summer vacation

The house was beautiful and the location was perfect. Such a short walk to the beach! The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and more
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

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

Lovely, Clean, and Comfy Cottage

This cottage was so sweet! Stylishly decorated, simple yet elegant. Very comfortable and clean and nice and bright! Nothing lacking in amenities. Your own private view of the Sound and just a short walk across the street to the ocean. Peaceful and quiet. It was just perfect for two friends needing their own bed and bath and a lovely kitchen and comfy living area. We loved our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittney V.

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

Great Stay

The house was everything and more. The kitchen was fully stocked. The location was perfect! Having our pup with us for the trip made it even better
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth P.

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

Great Overall

Nice location with easy access to the beach. House was super clean with all the right amenities. Michelle was very nice and responded quickly to all of our questions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina V.

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

Peaceful and Serene

Such a cozy, comfortable, and clean place. Just a short walk to the beach. The boys enjoyed being able to fish right off the dock. The place offers so many cooking options which was perfect for a family to make homemade meals
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rex p.

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

Relaxing in Snow

Great little get away with the wife and pup. Had a minor issue with pipes had frozen with the unlikely snow we had that week. Owner was very quick in getting plumber out and even ordered gallons of water in case it couldn't get fixed that night. Overalll a great stay except for me the bed was a little hard but wife seemed to like it.except doe me
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Winter Weekend Escape

Gorgeous cottage. Immaculate and entirely renovated with lovely design choices. Beautiful marsh views and just across the street from the ocean. Perfect size for two teens, dog, and me. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Best VRBO EVER!

FANTASTIC house and location. High end amenities, appliances, furniture, and decor. The layout was perfect for meals and conversations. The kitchen was top of the line with every supply needed for an extended stay. The Dreamcloud mattresses were a game changer and convinced us to replace ours at home.The private dock was perfect for lazy late day afternoons and the walk to the beach was just a few minutes. We used the front and back porch for morning coffee and happy hours and the outdoor shower was always a fan favorite for our dog, Bentley. We highly recommend this place for anyone who loves the overall beach vibe.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Lovely little house

Perfect size house for two and a fur baby. It has a very well stocked kitchen and everything you need for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed the deck over looking the sound. Only improvement I would suggest would be to put a roof over back deck to enjoy space when its hot or raining. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Kid free getaway

My wife and I stayed here for a kid free vacation. Listing/descriptions were extremely accurate in our opinion. Place was clean and well stocked with numerous supplies, linens, and kitchen equipment/supplies. The dock is peaceful and the beach access is a short walk away. Less than five minutes away. We had a wonderful, relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Perfect getaway

This is a beautiful cottage with perfect decor. Comfy in every way. The owner has done a fantastic job to make everything easy to relax and never leave the cottage but to walk down the dock or beach. Cleanliness is great also. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Wonderful time at this lovely cottage

Everything about this lovely cottage was as advertised. Great location - just minutes walk to the public beach access. The bedroom was super comfortable and we loved the view of water off the back deck. Everything was just as you would expect to have at your own home. We cooked, relaxed, walked the beach, and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Star S.

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

Step into Heaven

This home is stunning. It has been thoughtfully appointed with the guest in mind. Imagine your best version of home - then come and stay here. We spent days on the dock watching the sound and the sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey W.

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

One of the most enjoyable and peaceful trips I have experienced.

The property and location are beautiful. My family and I frequent the island as we use to live in Wilmington several years back. The location was perfect for me as I enjoy being on the sound for the tranquility and quiet but we were also only a walk across the street to the beach. The host is very organized, sweet, and communicative. The house is fully stocked and so much detail is put into the preparation. I brought a candle and some fresh flowers, and felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Fantastic.

Everything was fantastic. House interior was new and clean. Also the provided beach chairs, sunshade, and wagon was extremely convenient. Location is also great as it’s north of heavy traffic areas of topsail. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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Hi, I'm Michelle! I have been hosting happy travelers since 2012. I make guest satisfaction a priority, and feel confident you'll be pleased with your stay. Our properties are meticulously designed and well maintained. We try to think of everything that will make your stay pleasant, comfortable and memorable. My co-host is Julia. She will cover for me when I'm traveling for business. She has been assisting travelers in the vacation rental industry for years, and in my absence, she will make certain you are supported, should a need arise.

Why they chose this property

Steps To The Sound is the perfect Topsail Island location. It's close enough to the action to make an easy trip to attractions and restaurants, but far enough away that the beaches are not crowded, and you can truly enjoy some down time on the beach.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is quaint and cozy, and offers exceptional style and amenities. We provide all the comforts of home, and then some. We are committed to making your vacation not just a comfortable one, but also a memorable one.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests