Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets

4.9

Outstanding(147 Reviews)

House in Surf City, NC

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

We hope you enjoy your stay in SURF CITY'S 5-STAR HOME! . . . at a bonus:
FALL SALE: Remaining fall stays are priced at 15 percent rate below 2023 rates!

'5 STARS: We found perfection. ... a perfect place for a family with a dog.'
'5 STARS: Very nice and clean. The front porch is wonderful and the dog loved the fenced-in backyard.'
'5 STARS: Like home only better with the beach so close by and the sound of the waves as we slept!'
'5 STARS: Absolutely Wonderful!!!! ... I cannot say enough about the house and location.'
'5 STARS: This rental was everything it said it was.... It was perfect.'
'5 STARS: It doesn't get any better. ... Don't miss this great rental!! 6 Stars'
'5 STARS: Highly recommend. Perfect for anyone with a pet....Very clean, well kept, well appointed.'
'5 STARS: Fantastic Vacation Home!!!... You will not be disappointed!'
'5 STARS: Living area is huge.... The beds were VERY comfortable.'
'5 STARS: Great home in a great location. ... Recommend highly!'
'5 STARS: My Wife and I are planning to make this one of our annual vacation spots.'

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RENTAL NOTES:

CLEANING: Professional cleaning service provides extra cleaning and disinfecting before your arrival.
CANCELLATION: 14 days' notice for full payment return (7 days for 50%), lowest requirement in the industry.

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THE HOME:

TOPSAIL ISLAND is wonderfully slow-paced and family-friendly. This beautiful modern beach home, recently updated, is owned by the author and photographer of 'Topsail Island: Mayberry by the Sea.' It is in a residential neighborhood in northern Surf City, near North Topsail Beach. The home is one-and-one-half (1½) blocks from the beach and just one-half (½) block from one of Surf City's scenic canals, lined with boats and large homes and visible from the decks. It is 2 miles from the shopping/restaurant center of the island.

THE ONE-LEVEL HOME has a large, spacious living/dining room with vaulted ceiling. A big kitchen opens to it. There are three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, including large master suite with king bed, all with ceiling fans, and two full baths. (You provide towels and bed linens: your own or try either Me and Mom Cleaning or other companies that deliver/pick up.) Coastal-style furniture, seascape paintings/prints and other island art decorate the home. (No smoking, please.) Pergo Boathouse flooring is in the living areas.

THE BACKYARD IS FENCED, a Topsail rarity. This is perfect for anyone with young children or pets (up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed). Other amenities: keyless electronic door lock; large covered front deck with rockers and ocean breezes, perfect for waiting out any occasional showers; two long driveways, partially covered; outdoor shower; gas grill on back patio; ceiling fans inside throughout; high-speed wireless internet; 72-channel cable.

YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE with both Topsail and this home!

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Home, built in 2000, is continually updated:

NEW FOR 2024 (thus far): Rear storm door, paint in two bedrooms, air fryer (as of June 15).
NEW FOR 2023: Luxury queen bed for 2nd Bedroom, toilet for master bath, pillows for all bedrooms, larger TVs in all locations, replacement rocker for front porch, replacement back door.
NEW FOR 2022: Chest of drawers for 2nd Bedroom, pillows for all bedrooms, 2-seat Adirondack bench for front porch, replacement rocker for front porch.
NEW FOR 2021: Luxury king bed for master, 2 twin beds, back-deck breakfast table and benches, gas grill, cordless door blinds, 12-cup coffeemaker (companion to existing Keurig single-cup maker), pots/pans, all smoke alarms, hot water heater.
NEW FOR 2020: Kitchen Faucet, 2nd Bathroom Toilet, Master Bedroom Bed Covering, Keurig Coffeemaker, Back Deck Rockers, Front Deck Rocker Pads.
NEW FOR 2019: Living Room sofa and love seat, Roof.
NEW FOR 2018: Trane air conditioning/heat pump.
NEW FOR 2017: Pergo Boathouse flooring in living areas.
NEW FOR 2016: Luxury carpeting in all three bedrooms.

Keywords: Beach House, Island Home, Fenced Yard, Pets, Dogs, Wi-Fi, Camp Lejeune

VRBO DETAILS:

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Surf City, NC

Nearby attractions

Battleship North Carolina

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Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets

$$$$

4.9

Outstanding(147 Reviews)

House in Surf City, NC

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Surf City, NC

Nearby attractions

Battleship North Carolina

Reviews

4.9

Outstanding(147 Reviews)

Summary of reviews

The property is perfect for families and pets, with a short walk to the beach, beautiful porches, and a spacious layout.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

5.0

Sep 2024

This property had everything we needed. The space was very comfortable for five adults, three of them worked a couple days remote. The outdoor shower was perfect to rinse off the sand. We had room in the kitchen to cook together and we spent a lot of time on the two open air porches. The sliding gate on the front porch gave our older lab a chance to be outside by herself, along with the fenced in backyard. A beautiful added touch were the roses and Cana Lillies that surround the front stairs. Thank you Ray for sharing this home with us.

5.0

Aug 2024

We loved our stay here - one level living was so nice and unique compared to most rentals in the area. Kitchen had almost everything we needed and we made most of our meals. We couldn't find a grill brush so we picked one up and left it under the kitchen sink. Hopefully the next guests enjoy as much as we did! My only hesitation in giving a glowing review is that we'll have trouble booking again! Truly enjoyed.

5.0

Aug 2024

House is beautiful. Property owner very responsive and wonderful! Book this house. !!

5.0

Aug 2024

House was perfect for what we needed. Close to the beach, clean, in great neighborhood

5.0

Jul 2024

Loved the location. Quiet neighborhood. Back deck has views of the canal. House is well appointed, clean and beds really comfy.

5.0

Jun 2024

The property was very nice and the fenced in yard was great for the dogs. Very close access to the beach and great location.

5.0

Sep 2023

Our 3rd time staying here and looking forward going back next year!!

5.0

Sep 2023

Way a perfect week for me and 2 cousins. Ray was the perfect host. We’ll be back.

5.0

Aug 2023

This house is spacious, full of light and convenient to the beach. It has a large living room, and kitchen. Dining area with a large table. Comfortable beds. Front porch with chairs and back porch with a table and chairs. The enclosed back yard is ideal for your dog and the enclosed outdoor shower with hot water is great for the (mandatory) rinse off when returning from the beach. We had a very enjoyable stay.

5.0

Aug 2023

This home we stayed at was great, the only complaint I have is with Mother Nature, Mon - Wed the waves were to strong for boogie boarding!

5.0

Jul 2023

Although our stay was short, it was very relaxing. The place is absolutely beautiful and dog friendly. There are very detailed instructions about how things work in the house, such as hot/cold knob to the shower, you just have to read :). Overall a great place and we highly recommend!

5.0

Jul 2023

Each year we take two beach trips. One with our parents/in-laws and one with the our family of four. This was our first trip taking a pet and our first trip to Surf City. The house was the perfect place to relax and spend time with our family. The walk to the beach was easy. The backyard was perfect for our furry friend to play fetch and we loved the sunset views of the water. We came home and didn’t sleep because our bed isn’t as comfortable as those in the house. I will say, it is the coldest beach house we have ever stayed in. We ended up having to turn the air up. My husband says we are coming back next year for two weeks and may potentially buy property in the area.

4.0

Jul 2023

Nice home. Clean, bright, convenient to beach. Our family of 6, plus dog, very much enjoyed our stay. When not at the beach, hung out on the front porch a lot and read some of the books-plentiful, provided by Ray owner. Mike

5.0

Jun 2023

Great location and dog friendly home. Huge/beautiful front porch with afternoon shade was one of the highlights of the vacation.

5.0

May 2023

Like a perfectly cooked steak it was medium rare. As a family who likes to travel with their dogs it is rare you can find a house in this particular location with a nice shaded fenced in yard for the pups. House had all the necessities to host and entertain family, and friends. Ray was a pleasure to deal with during the check in process.

5.0

Oct 2022

Really enjoyed staying at Mayberry! The master bedroom w/bath was separated from the two guest bedrooms and bath by the dining room/family room. The open floor plan for the kitchen, dining room and family room flowed well. The front porch was great for shade and the back porch for sun. The fenced in backyard was perfect for the dogs as was the front porch with a gate to block the stairs. Very close to the beach, shops and restaurants on the island. Would definitely stay here again!

5.0

Oct 2022

We enjoyed our stay. It was fun to read Ray's book and then check out some of the spots that were mentioned. The beach is close by, very nice, and was not crowded. Ray's communication was excellent. Thanks for a great fall break!

2.5

Sep 2022

It was our second time staying at this home. It’s in a perfect location and not far from the beach. The house is clean, accommodating, and perfect for us and our dogs. The fenced in yard is a big plus!

5.0

Sep 2022

Wonderful place for family and pets. Awesome to have a fenced in yard!

5.0

Sep 2022

Property was clean and the beach was a block away. Plenty of off-street parking. Owner was easy to reach.

5.0

Aug 2022

The Mayberry by the Sea beach house was true to its name; family and pet friendly. The neighborhood is quiet with not a lot of traffic. The home was awesome, just what we were looking for. Must remember to bring your own sheets and towels but everything else met and exceeded our expectations. Rat was especially nice and accommodating answering multiple questions very quickly. We would definitely stay her again.

5.0

Aug 2022

Ray was great to communicate with. The 1 1/2 block distance the wonderful and quiet beach is perfect. The easement to the beach lands you away from the main access points so we had tons of room. and the neighborhood is really quite off the main road. The fenced backyard was fabulous for the dogs! Easy walk to restaurants, and if so inclined a walk down to the Trailer Bar is a fun stop in. Would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Aug 2022

This property was very nice and accommodating. Short walk to beach.

5.0

Jul 2022

Wonderful location

Wonderful location

We had a fantastic time staying at Mayberry by the Sea. The location was perfect! The public beach access was right across the street. We were able to walk on the beach every morning and play in the ocean every afternoon. Ray is a wonderful host. He was very responsive and available by phone and email. If we weren't moving to Surf City next month, we would definitely stay here again!

4.0

Jun 2022

It suited our event

It suited our event

Nice location however a bit busy with loud cars

5.0

Jun 2022

Well maintained property

Well maintained property

Easily accessible, attractive and clean. Close to food and beaches. Management responds back quickly to any questions or concerns. We would certainly stay there again

5.0

May 2022

Enjoyed

Enjoyed

I really enjoyed the location and had fun with family

4.0

May 2022

Great Location and Good Bones

Great Location and Good Bones

We enjoyed being close to the beach and having the canal views at night. Loved having a front and back porch for different times of the day. A fenced yard was perfect for our pups! The house has a great layout (just could use some comfy couches that would accommodate 6 adults and a good deep clean- vents, fans, garbage disposal(I am a little OCD in this area). Overall a great experience and would stay again.

5.0

May 2022

Great Property

Great Property

This was my first time renting a property. The process was easy and we had a great time at the property. The house was very nice and clean and the owners were nice and willing to answer any questions that I had. We enjoyed being within walking distance of the beach and hope to go back again.

5.0

Apr 2022

Mayberry by the sea

Mayberry by the sea

Perfect property for pets,,very quick walk to beach

5.0

Dec 2021

Family Christmas

Family Christmas

Had a great time being with family. The beach walks were fabulous. I read most of your book aloud to the group. It really helped understanding the history, especially the information about the towers. Thank you

5.0

Oct 2021

Perfect for us!

Perfect for us!

Great porches, short & easy walk to the beach. Comfortable and welcoming. Clean neighborhood.

2.5

Oct 2021

Close to the beach and restaurants. Very accommodating for our dogs.

5.0

Oct 2021

Loved it!

Loved it!

Great place to stay. Close enough to center of things but far enough away at the same time! House was very clean and organized. Fenced in backyard was great for the dogs. Loved the front porch and that we were able to block the stairs so the dogs could be out there with us.

5.0

Sep 2021

Excellent stay

Excellent stay

The house and property were perfect for us and our dog. Ray was very easy to work with and quick to respond.

5.0

Sep 2021

Family event

Family event

Great location! Quick walk to the beach. Quiet and clean. Owner was quick to respond to the couple of questions I had. Had rental info before we left and check in was so easy. Fenced in yard and gate on big front porch was wonderful for our small dog. Would rent again if need arises.

5.0

Sep 2021

Awesome Stay

Awesome Stay

Short walk to the beach and awesome view of the ICWW from back porch. Ray was very responsive and helpful with anything we needed. Place was very clean and our stay was very enjoyable.

5.0

Aug 2021

Good family vacation

Good family vacation

Clean and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.

5.0

Aug 2021

Great location adorable house

Great location adorable house

Mayberry By The Sea was a fantastic location, just a quick walk to the beach and a short drive to many restaurants. The house was well equipped, and was adorable. I would highly recommend.

5.0

Aug 2021

Second time stay

Second time stay

We previously stayed last year and had a great experience so we rebooked this year with Ray and once again had a fabulous time!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Surf City?

The average price for a rental in Surf City is $508 per night. This rental is $26 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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How much does this house cost compared to others in Surf City?

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Is Beautiful, clean "Topsail" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets pet friendly?

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