A short distance from surfing, fishing, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 13-minute walk to Surf City Beach or the 14-minute walk to North Topsail Beach.

After you return, you can unwind by the outdoor pool or sip a drink on the balcony; you may also like the BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

This 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom rental features a living room, a dining area, a fireplace, and air conditioning. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as a microwave and cookware. And you can even travel light because you'll have a dryer.