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Exterior
Welcome
Kitchen
Brand new Dining table- seats 8
Small side table and island counter allows for 7 additional seats for dining in

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Surf City, NC
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Southside Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Family Getaway!

***LINENS WITH TURN DOWN SERVICE INCLUDED with your linen package!**
This spacious, newly renovated, 5 bedroom 3.5 bath home is perfect for your large or extended family. In addition to an open concept living room, kitchen, and dining room, the upper floor features a master en-suite with full size bathroom, walk- in closet and Roku TV/DVD player. You'll find everything you need to make you feel at home in this well equipped kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and glass tile backsplash. Enjoy your meals out on the composite upper deck or at the large indoor table. There's room for the whole family to hang out in the living room area and watch movies on the brand new 55" Smart TV, or to have a family game night (plenty on the bookshelf). With Jack and Jill style bedroom suites on the first floor, parents can enjoy the privacy, comfort and peace of mind that comes with having their own room connected to the kids room by a full sized bathroom. Each room comes equipped with it's own TV, and the queen over queen bunk room features a TV with a build in DVD player for those littles that can't fall asleep without watching their favorite movie. No need to worry about packing enough clothes either as the large washer and dryer are conveniently closeted on the first floor. Enjoy spectacular views of the ocean, complete with frolicking Dolphins (in season), while relaxing on either of the comfortably furnished upper or lower composite front decks, or watch majestic birds flying over the sound from the upper composite back decks.

Getting to and from the beach is a breeze as beautiful Topsail beach is just a few minutes walk, even for little legs. We provide beach chairs, sand and water toys, and an umbrella for your convenience. Also within walking distance is a children's playground. For those of you that like biking, and/or kayaking there is a rental nearby as well.

During your stay you can unplug from the world, or stay in touch with friends and family (or work if you really need to) via our free WiFi. If your idea of a perfect vacation includes listening to your favorite tunes, just connect up to our wireless Bluetooth speaker and enjoy.

Weekly rentals run Saturday to Saturday June- August. Off season rentals offer more flexibility in rental dates.
*information provided is as of February 24, 2024 and is subject to change. In the event that the island restricts short term rentals, refunds will be issued. This property is protected by security camera's.

Property manager

Ellen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets are allowed with a fee and owner approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Pets are allowed with a pet fee and owner approval

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
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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 Holly Ridge, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach, 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.
Map
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Southside Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 11 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 45 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 Perfect Family Getaway! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Perfect Family Getaway! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Family Getaway! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Family Getaway! located?

This family-friendly Holly Ridge holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Southside Park and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 151 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good family vacation home
The home was spacious, well stocked and close enough to the beach and playground that even the youngest could enjoy it. The hostess was excellent in communicating.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Perfect property with all of the accommodations! Great kitchen to put our Thanksgiving dinner together, and plenty of seating for everyone! Great Experience! Will definitely do it again!! I highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Home
We stayed at this house for a long weekend for a family trip and it was perfect/a great vacation house. Just a very short walk to the beach, a quiet neighborhood, and the house was great for our family. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
This house was even closer to the beach than it seemed on the listing and was in a great spot. Check in was easy and the house had everything you needed for a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daughters wedding
Had fabulous stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great area
Beautiful house in surf city with lots to do in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house
Beautiful beach house with quick 2 min walk to beach! Beaches were clean and had it almost to ourselves in October. Weather was perfect most days. House had tons of beach toys, chairs and lots of other things for the beach. House wa
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
There is plenty of room. Convenient to town. Very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
Everything about this home was perfect! Location, accomodations, living space, views, so close to the beach and all the extras such as beach chairs and beach towels. We enjoyed a wonderful family vacation with our grown children. I would highly recommend renting this amazing home if you're looking for a beach vacation near everything.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always amazing!!
Our home away from home and favorite place to stay on Topsail!! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tuyen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good house . Good clean. Everything perfect
Thank you . My family love this house. See you again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the top floor and convenience to beach
The third floor has great living space, kitchen and porch. We all loved being up there together. When you had to go to kitchen to get a meal ready, you felt like you were still with the group. Plenty of seating for a crowd in living room and on porch. A short walk to a very nice beach. September visits are not crowded with folks. Low traffic, space at restaurants and beach. Thank you Ellen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ajsela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for family beach vacation
Our family enjoyed a long holiday weekend at this house. We had plenty of space for 6 adults, 2 toddlers and a baby. Short walk to the beach and very kid friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dane r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Vacation
We had a wonderful time. The cottage was comfortable and attractive, exactly as pictured. The weather didn’t cooperate but we were able to get on the beach for a few days. We also spent a lot of time on their covered porches which we loved. Very comfortable furniture and great views! The owner is very accessible and responds quickly. We hope to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time around
This is our second year staying at this property. We have been coming to Surf City in the fall for 4 years. Last year after staying here, everyone wanted to come back to this property (there were 9 of us). The location is great (2 minute walk to the beach). The facility has everything you could think of. The only thing I would stress is there is minimum paper goods, so bring extra toilet paper and paper towels. The hosts are responsive and the place is very clean. It is a little further away from the stores and restaurants, but we like that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S., Huntersville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location from the beach. Plenty of room for 8 adults and two little ones.
Ellen was responsive before we arrived and during our stay. Great place and we booked next year before we left!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elena J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
The house is in a great location! The layout was great for us, it is very open and roomy. The balcony is amazing off of the family. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vaca
We have stayed at this house before and we love it. The location is great and the house has lots of amenities. Our favorite part is enjoying relaxing evenings on the top deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the whole family
The house was very well stocked for enjoyment at the beach without us having to bring much along. They had sand toys, a tent, a cooler, beach chairs and even a beach bag to put it all in! The walk was very short and convenient to a non crowded area of the beach. The host was also very easy to get ahold of and communicate with. I would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Coastal Getaway!
We had a fantastic experience at Ellen's beach rental! Communication was excellent, and the home was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach, and there were plenty of outdoor spaces to relax. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hop skip and a jump to the beach!
Owner was incredibly responsive. Location is top notch. Pretty quiet neighborhood. Local restaurants had excellent food and service. Kitchen stocked well if you like to cook. Surprising amount of spices. Beds were pretty comfortable. Front porch views were fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B., Carrboro, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful house and location
This house is clean, comfortable, and very well appointed for a large group. It's also a short walk to the beach, with no busy streets to cross with little ones :-) The owner was very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding/vacation trip
I needed an extra day because of my grandsons wedding and the owner accommodated us with no problem. We came down for the wedding and wanted to stay for a week of vacation. The place was 2 blocks from the wedding venue and very close to walk to the beach everyday. We had everything we needed at the house. Thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Family Vacation
House was absolutely beautiful. Ellen was very easy to contact and very helpful. We really enjoyed our week and felt very much at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach 2023…
Great location. Extremely well supplied home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ellen

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My husband, Ray and I purchased this property as an investment for our future retirement plans. We live just north of Boston, and are only able to come down a few times a year; twice in the off season, and with our whole family in August. This time to get together is especially meaningful to us now that our sons have moved to Texas. We know how important family time is to you too, and hope that you have a wonderful stay, and make lots of great memories.

Why they chose this property

We came down in 2016 on Thanksgiving weekend, looking for a home to buy and our poor realtor, Glynda, ended up showing us 10 houses in 2 days! This was the last house that we saw that weekend, and we fell in love. You just can't beat the set up for convenience, and the location is perfect. It's far enough from the center that you don't have the traffic and the noise, but still close enough to walk there (less than 2 miles) which is especially nice when walking the beach. The views from the deck, and sound of the waves while relaxing on either of the front decks are heavenly.

What makes this property unique

There are so many things that make our home unique, and keep our guests coming back year after year. We are always looking to improve our guests experience. I'm really excited that we are now offering complimentary turn down service included with our linen service. This means that when you arrive at our house, the beds will already be made for you with super comfortable sheets, and towels will be placed in the bathrooms. We also recently added a picnic table by the grill area, and a hammock that can easily be attached to the posts. Our extra large outdoor shower has a built in bench, as well as hooks for hanging your towels, and the shower has a removable wand making it easy to get all of that beach sand off. We keep a clothesline up for your towels as well. Many people, like me, treasure the sunrises and sunsets that are so spectacular at the beach. You can see both from our house! View the sunrise from the front decks, and the sunset from the back decks! You won't need to worry about splinters either, because all of our decks and outdoor stairs are made from composite decking materials and as an added safety feature, we have a latching gate on the first floor deck!

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