“THE most amazing VRBO I’ve ever stayed in and my husband (who is very picky) said it was his most favorite of all time. The private beach is THE BEST on the island…” – Erin, May 2022 This iconic 6-bedroom, 4-bath beachfront property boasts 180-degree ocean views. Wide windows that pierce the panels of the unique dome-style architecture allow for swaths of natural light to flood the space and showcase stunning views of waves crashing on the beach - from almost every room! THE HOUSE: Welcome to Seaside Stargazer, a completely refreshed Dome home in North Topsail, NC. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by the scent of the ocean, the sounds of the waves, and the sight of incredible architecture and bespoke stained glass windows! It’s your very own private 6-bedroom home with plenty of space for 14 people - and even 8 cars. Starting with the private beach, up to the 4th story indoor crow’s nest with its own hammocks, out to a spacious deck and a private Master balcony, this is what makes for unforgettable sunsets and sunrises inside and out. Seaside Stargazer transforms an ordinary beach vacation into a truly unforgettable experience. "Stunning views, effortless access to the beach, and the open floor plan allowed for limitless family gatherings. Our vacation was too short to enjoy all this place had to offer." – Cara, 2022 LIVING SPACES: The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area enables the entire group to appreciate this space together, but this house also has enough nooks and crannies to give everyone their own special spot! Snuggle into one of the living room window seats with a cup of coffee in the morning, or bring a glass of wine out to an Adirondack chair on the deck at sunset. Look out over the open living area and the ocean beyond from the loft above while enjoying the state-of-the-art Infinity games table or settling in for a movie. Relax on the lower level deck in the Viking Hot Tub and listen to the waves crash. "Loved the hot tub It was the best to relax, listen to the waves, and enjoy the beach after sunset in the winter!!" - Georgianne, 2022 "This is a phenomenal house in an outstanding location. We especially loved the upper deck which had wonderful sea breezes all day long…Easily one of the best vacations we have ever taken!" – Nora, 2022 KITCHEN & DINING: The updated Kitchen with its ocean views makes every meal a pleasure, and being fully stocked with amenities doesn’t hurt! -Huge prep island with granite counters -Additional eat-in peninsula that seats 3 -An oceanside dining table for 4 -Massive dining table for 8 As we continue to look around the dining room, you'll find a separate built-in cocktail bar! Entertaining here is always a breeze. Off the 2nd Floor deck is a charcoal grill and picnic table for beach-y lunches and al fresco dinners! - Fully stocked Kitchen Pantry and Appliances – including a 3 gallon Lobster Pot! - Coffee Station with Drip, Keurig & Coffee Grinder - Formal Dining Table for 8 - Casual Dinette overlooking the Beach, seats 4 - Eat-in Kitchen Counter with seating for 3 - Upper Deck Charcoal Grill and Picnic Table "Truly the best-stocked house we have stayed at…Such a fun, unique house!!! The only thing we needed was MORE days." – Holly, 2022 BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS: The unique qualities of the incredible dome-style layout also enable nearly every bedroom to be oceanfront. With 4 King bedrooms, 1 Queen, and a Bunkroom with 2 sets of bunk beds that sleeps 6, this house has plenty of space for everyone in your group. At the end of a day spent under the sun, settle into your crisp sheets and turn on your favorite movie in any bedroom – each one has its own Smart TV. Or head up to the 4th-floor indoor crow’s nest to relax in a hammock and check out the stars! 1st Floor/Beach Level: Oceanfront Captains King Bedroom Oceanfront Moon King Bedroom with direct Deck access Oceanfront Wave Queen Bedroom with direct Deck access Bunk Bedroom – 2 Sets of Twin Beds over Full Bunks 2 Full Bathrooms (Dolphin & Sea Turtle) - Linens & towels provided - Hairdryers provided - Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided 2nd/Main Floor (includes Kitchen, Living & Dining): Oceanfront Sandpiper King Bedroom Designated Full Bath - Linens & towels provided - Hairdryers provided - Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided 3rd/Upper Floor (Loft): Oceanfront King SeaView Bedroom with Private Balcony towards Bayside (sunset views) Designated Full Bath - Linens & towels provided - Hairdryers provided - Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash Provided "The beach was never crowded, and there were plenty of beach chairs and umbrellas for everyone." –Jessica, 2022 Steps down from the lower deck is the gorgeous North Top Sail coastline where you can spend the day soaking up sun and watching dolphins and pelicans at play. The beach is famous for being a great spot to collect shark teeth and moon rocks. Have a competition with your friends and family to see who can collect the most throughout your stay. Note: Plan to enjoy your beach time at low tide, as high tide can be high! And don’t forget to be on the beach for sunsets and sunrises, they’re magical! OUTDOOR AMENITIES: - Private Beach Access - Beach Chairs - Beach Umbrellas - Beach Towels - Water Sports Gear - 2 Outdoor Showers on the Private Boardwalk - Parking/Ground level enclosed Outdoor Shower “The property is well-stocked with beach chairs, sand toys, towels, etc… The home very comfortably hosts a large group of different ages!” – Sarah, 2022. ESSENTIALS: - Samsung Smart TV’s in all bedrooms and loft living room - WIFI (500+ Mbps) - Central Heating & AC - Infinity Gaming Table loaded with over 100 games - Washer & Dryer - Parking for up to 8 cars at the end of a long, private driveway PET POLICY: - Pets must be approved by the host. - 2 Pets allowed (total), under 20 lbs. - Pets waste must be cleaned up ($50 fine) - Owners agree to not let pet on beds or furniture. This property welcomes every kind of visitor – from the night-time stargazers and the early morning birdwatchers to the sun-tanning teens and the kids who don’t want to leave the ocean. Seaside Stargazer will provide a 5-star Stay in a home you will never forget, with beachfront memories that will call you back year after year. AROUND OUR TOWN: Seaside Stargazer is in a great spot to explore all the nearby areas on Topsail Island. -Sneads Ferry is just a 15-minute drive -Surf City is about a 30-minute drive -North Topsail Park is only a 6-minute drive. -Public Access Pier, just 14 minutes by foot. -North Topsail Surf & Paddle has plenty of beach rentals including surfboards, skim boards, paddleboards, and kayaks! Here are a few top-rated restaurants and activities in North Top Sail: - Splash by the Sea - Beach Bum’s Pizza Bar & Grill - Low Tide Steak House & Sand Bar - Camp Lejuene and some others in Surf City (30 min drive south): - Shaka’s Tacos - Beach Shop and Grille - Sears Landing (phenomenal crab cakes & key lime pie) "Make sure to book a visit to the sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation in Surf City as it was exceptional and the grandkids loved it." – Debbie, 2023 GETTING TO THE HOUSE: Fly into Jacksonville (OAJ) Airport and take a 45 minute drive to North Topsail. Or, fly into Wilmington Airport, just an hour drive away and enjoy the scenic ride along the coastline. With either airport, you can rent a car, take an uber, or order a car service. GUEST ACCESS: The long driveway allows for plenty of car parking space. You can fit at least 8 vehicles in the driveway, as our guests are the only ones that have access to it. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Seaside Stargazer is complete with refreshed interiors including new painted walls, new floors, new mattresses, and new linens and towels. The kitchen and pantry are fully stocked. Bathroom necessities, toiletries, laundry detergent, paper towels, and toilet paper are supplied to get you started. Our Kitchen “pay-it-forward” policy here is a big hit. We do not offer discounts at this time. We offer an extremely high level of service, flexibility, and a ton of amenities not found in most beach rentals. If you have a specific request, we will do what we can to accommodate you. INTERACTION WITH GUESTS: We don't live on the Island, but we have a stellar team that does! They are ready to help in case of any emergency. ABOUT THE HOST: Hello! My name is Vanessa and Jacob is my husband. We've been married 20 years and have 6 kids. Though this property is new to us (2021), our family-run business has gratefully served over 900 sets of happy guests at many different properties over the years. We strive to provide an exceptional guest experience focusing our efforts on cleanliness, service, and providing everything you need to have an easy and enjoyable getaway. We bought this house because we feel like we have a private beach. There is an empty lot to our left, and our right neighbors have such a large home, they had to build further back. We hardly see people at the end of this quiet island, and we love that added feeling of being by ourselves. We hope you have the BEST time at the Seaside Stargazer, our slice of heaven!