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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 696.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Southside Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The AWARD-WINNING Knotty Cottage, Beach House, Owner Operated

This award-winning, recently renovated beach cottage is situated in the heart of Surf City, NC near the bridge to skip the beach traffic. This retro-inspired cottage has classic beach vibes to unwind like the old days. Steps to the beach, and on the ocean side of the main road, everything is within a 5-minute walk, bars, restaurants, entertainment, fishing, surfing, groceries, confectionaries, parks, fresh seafood, etc. Enjoy the private outdoor bar with an on-demand ice machine! Linens/towels provided

Property manager

Jason Dixon

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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING INSIDE, a $500 fine will be enforced. The front exterior is monitored. Do not store fish/bait/ inside any refrigerator; use the cooler.
Do not use the outdoor bar as a fish cleaning station. Do not put anything in the ice maker. Tightly tie up any fish/seafood and dispose in the bins.
Registered Guests only. Please wash your dishes. Please throw the trash bags in the outside containers. Adults only for the record player.

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

About the area

Surf City

Holly Ridge is home to this cottage. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Surf City Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southside Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

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 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The AWARD-WINNING Knotty Cottage, Beach House, Owner Operated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The AWARD-WINNING Knotty Cottage, Beach House, Owner Operated?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The AWARD-WINNING Knotty Cottage, Beach House, Owner Operated?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The AWARD-WINNING Knotty Cottage, Beach House, Owner Operated located?

Situated in Holly Ridge, this cottage is steps away from Ohana Paddle Sports and Surf City Beach. Surf City Pier and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi W.

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

Wonderful

We loved it! Super great location, felt like home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

great visit

great spot
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolan L.

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

Amazing beach cottage!

Clean and adorable beach home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

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

Thanksgiving 2024

The perfect home base for a Thanksgiving visit with our family. Can’t wait to come back in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Perfect getaway!

A few of us moms took a nice girls weekend away and really enjoyed being so close to the beach as well as walking distance to everything! Beds are cozy and the kitchen has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana U.

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

Mini beach holiday

The Knotty Cottage is lovely in every way. The location is perfect. The beach and restaurants are a five minute walk. The cottage is very cozy and so clean. Everything seems new! The outdoor space is fun! We enjoyed all the games. We forgot our beach chairs, luckily the cottage has several. We will be returning to Surf City and The Knotty Cottage will be first on our list to check for availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

A total Gem!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous home

Beautiful and well equipped home. Quick walk to beach and restaurants. We had a very relaxing vacation which is just what we were hoping for.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Perfect vacation house

We loved this house! Adorable! Our family fit perfectly. Walk to town for dining was easy! One block from the beach. We highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

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

Great Vacation

The house was so clean and great location. I would definitely recommend and would return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Girls’ Week!

A great week with friends! Location is perfect. We walked everywhere. The host was always accessible and the house was exactly what we expected. We will be renting this perfect cottage again! Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

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

Getaway

House was exactly like it looks on the website, super cute, close to everything, very easy walk to the beach. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Great location

Within walking distance of several restaurants and shops, very convenient. House is very charming and comfortable, would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Lovely Stay at the Knotty Cottage in Surf City

We recently stayed at the Knotty Cottage in Surf City, NC, and it was a delightful experience. The cottage is a charming blend of modern comfort and coastal charm. The cottage is conveniently located just a short walk from the beach. We enjoyed easy access to the sand and surf, which made our stay very enjoyable. The proximity to the beach and restaurants is definitely one of the highlights. The property was very clean upon arrival, which was appreciated. The owners clearly take care in maintaining the cottage. The hosts were responsive and provided clear information before and during our stay. Their assistance made our visit smooth and hassle-free. Overall, the Knotty Cottage is a lovely place to stay in Surf City. It’s a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy the beach and relax in a comfortable, well-maintained home. We had a pleasant stay and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle A.

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

Loved!

We absolutely loved our stay here! It has so many awesome things to entertain all ages, from everything you need for the beach, entertainment games inside and outside, we loved listening to the record player with all of our favorites, the hangout area under the house was my families favorite and if we weren’t at the beach we were down there hanging out. We loved having a private outside shower. The kitchen was beautiful and fully stocked with everything we needed and cooked many family meals. The only thing they could update is their cooking pans. This house and everything that is provided is absolutely amazing!! Thank you for an amazing experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

We will be back!

This was the perfect place for our weekend getaway. Wonderful location, accommodations and communication with the owners. Thank you for your hospitality! If you want to rent bikes - next store 50 South was awesome! Owners couldn’t have been nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christy A.

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

Beautiful Place

We really enjoyed this property, all the extra items that were provided, and the location. However, the mattresses on the queen beds are in need of replacing. One in particular was so uncomfortable none of us could sleep on it. Other than that the place is lovely and we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa O.

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

Great spot

The Knotty Cottage had everything we needed and then some. We loved the ground level space with bar and dart board. Super close to the beach and everything else in walking distance. We all had a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

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

Just what we needed!

We very much enjoyed our stay! The house was very clean and cute. Great location for beach access and restaurants! 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Great location, clean cute cottage with everything you need for a relaxing stay

We had a great experience! Clean, cute, fully stocked with all needed for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

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

Quick long weekend

Everything about this property was great! It was clean, updated, awesome amenities and close to everything. Def planning to go back in summer months for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

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

The Watkins Family

We had a great time! The two bedrooms are identical so going with another couple was no problem at all. There’s another room with bunkbeds but we didn’t utilize it. The kitchen was fully stacked with everything we needed in addition to the cutest appliances! The under deck was a great environment for our hang outs with a dart board, mini fridge / bar, and hanging chairs. Minutes from the beach and delicious dining! Never had to drive to get anything we needed for the whole weekend! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth F.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

This property was perfect for our family weekend getaway. Great proximity to the beach and town! The house was so quaint, clean and well-maintained. It offered everything we needed for our trip. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith T., -

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

Topsail Weekend

Everything was great and I will definitely be back. House and property were well taken care of and the location was ideal. 2min walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Great spot

This place was great for our short weekend stay, great location within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in Surf City. The house has everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jason Dixon

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