The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
7 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
47 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Riki Tiki - Oceanfront Home Surf City, NC
Take advantage of comfortable accommodations without the high price when you stay at Riki Tiki. This small but quaint oceanfront cottage will be sure to surprise you! Enjoy of the convenience of walking from the house out into the beautiful warm sand of the beach. From your bed, you can hear the waves crashing and the seagulls flying over the waters of the Atlantic.
While staying at Riki Tiki, you will be in the heart of Topsail Island; Surf City. There, you’ll find many local restaurants offering great meals at great prices. For those rainy days or when you’re starting to feel the burn, there are lots of locally owned shops where you’ll find the perfect souvenir for your family. After a long day of shopping, you may want to go back to Riki Tiki and cook a meal in the well equipped kitchen. When dinner is over, relax on the porch in one of the colorful rocking chairs.
Riki Tiki is the perfect solution for relaxing yet economical beach getaway. You’ll feel at home here and be planning your return before you leave!
BED SIZES: 1 Queen, 2 Doubles and 2 Twin Rollaways *Upon arrival you will find clean bed & bath linens in a linen bag at the property. For an additional fee beds can be made, please contact our office to schedule this extra service at least a week before arrival.
No Smoking! No pets!
* Check in time 3 PM. * Check out time is 10 AM.
Complimentary items below are provided as a convenience for when you first arrive. Additional supplies will be the responsibility of the guest. -One roll of toilet paper per bathroom - One trash bag per trash can -One roll of paper towels in the kitchen
Property manager
TI Rentals
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view
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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
About the area
Surf City
Located in Holly Ridge, this holiday home is on the beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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. With kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Surf City, NC
What's nearby
Southside Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Ohana Paddle Sports - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
North Topsail Beach - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - 7 min drive
Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
Salty Turtle Beer Company - 6 min drive
Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - 5 min drive
Shaka Taco - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Riki Tiki - Oceanfront Home Surf City, NC pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Riki Tiki - Oceanfront Home Surf City, NC?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riki Tiki - Oceanfront Home Surf City, NC?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Riki Tiki - Oceanfront Home Surf City, NC located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holly Ridge holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Southside Park and Inis Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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This property is amazing. You cannot beat the location and the house is adorable. The kitchen is small but well stocked and definitely manageable. We had a wonderful time.
The house was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. We have a 3 and 1 year old so being right on the beach was perfect. I watched the sunrise every morning on the beach while the kids slept in. We loved staying here so much and hopefully will again!!
We had a great time, we saw dolphins from the decks. The kids searched for crabs with flashlights. A lot of shell searching and even found a couple shark teeth.
Thank you for allowing us to visit your sweet town.
A cute little house in a perfect location. Very easy check in and checkout process.
Beth R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Debbie A.
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Quaint
The was like 4 cockroaches and lights outside didn’t work tried using vacuum but was full and wouldn’t pick up anything…..But loved being right on beach
Our family loved our stay in Surf City! Location of this house couldn't have been more perfect. Beach was beautiful & house had everthing we needed. Would love to come again!
We loved this location. Being right on the beach was great. My grandsons loved going out at night looking for crabs. Would highly recommend this beach house.
The only thing is they need another step before you get on the sand. The step down is really high and hard to get back up on (especially if you are an older person).
Overall we loved staying here.
The Riki Tiki was perfect for our stay this winter. Being right on the beach is fantastic, plus you are very close to many restaurants and shops. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Communication from the rental company was very good. We'll definitely be back, hopefully in the summer!
The views and hearing the ocean at night. Morning walks on the beach right outside your back door. Clean, comfortable and well stocked with kitchen items.
Not for any kind of handicap person. House is very sloped and hard to walk on. I broke my ankle and had boot on. House was nice but older and it is starting to show its age. Awesome time being so close to water though.
My family had a great time at the Riki tiki. We like how the house is no located right next to another cottage but is close to where all the shops and restaurants are.
Wonderful stay at RikiTiki!!!
House is located beside a public beach access but we had no worries for the week. The location is Perfect and the beach is SO close, house was clean and has the perfect beach theme and colors.
The property is exactly what you see online. One nice perk was there is a regular coffee pot and a Keurig so you have options!
The kitchen is small and while it is fully stocked; we opted for paper plates, cups and plastic silverware. I try to be more earth friendly; but there really isn't room for washing up. Not a criticism; just a heads up in case you want to bring your own. Also; the sofa cushions are pretty thin. You definitely feel the frame when you are sitting on them.
So far as the location; you are literally on the beach. There is no long walkway to get over dunes, etc. This is what we found the most appealing.
Someone else mentioned the washer and dryer are loud. This is true. I opted to run the washer when we went to bed so it didn't disrupt us watching tv.
This is the first house I have stayed at in years where I had to pick up a key somewhere else. Given how common key pads are; this would be more ideal.
The different bedroom colors were fun and vibrant; the beach décor was cute without being garish. It's a sweet cottage and we enjoyed it. My earlier comments are not meant as a deterrent; but rather to prepare future guests for what to expect.
Found property as described. Nice cozy cottage and great location right on the beach. Check in at TI Rentals took very little time. Fishing and weather were excellent. Beautiful sunrise every morning and relaxing on the deck at night.
We read about this home, not giving it the best reviews. But it sits right on the beach!! Its been busy all year I am sure... does it need a little maintenance? Absolutely....
However, the location was perfect! Not too many steps.
If I had to complain about one thing, it would have to be the bed (closest to full bath) needs a mattress topper. It was so hard & we like a hard mattress.
We felt the house was clean, safe & will stay again...
My mother, husband and I had a wonderful stay at Riki Tiki! The location couldn't have been better for just relaxing on the beach. It was so nice to walk out on the deck in the morning and see the waves rolling in. The beach was our main entertainment, but my husband also did some fishing on the island. The house was nice and clean, with cute beachy decorations. We cooked most of our meals at the house, and there was plenty of cookware and appliances. Not a whole lot of storage space available for non-perishable food, but that wasn't a big issue. We would definitely stay here again!
Amanda F.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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