Beautiful Clean \"Topsail\" Author Home, 1½ Blocks to Beach, Fenced Yard for Pets
About this house rental
Nestled in Surf City, this lovely house for $436 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Beautiful, Clean "Topsail: Mayberry by the Sea" Author Home, Only 1½ Blocks to the Beach, with a Fenced Yard for Pets We hope you enjoy your stay in SURF CITY'S 5-STAR HOME! '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.' ================================== 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. ================================== 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! ================================== Home, built in 2000, is continually updated: 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 / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Surf City, NC
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(141 Reviews)
5.0
Way a perfect week for me and 2 cousins. Ray was the perfect host. We’ll be back.
10.0
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
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
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!
10.0
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
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
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
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
10.0
Great location and dog friendly home. Huge/beautiful front porch with afternoon shade was one of the highlights of the vacation.
5.0
Great location and dog friendly home. Huge/beautiful front porch with afternoon shade was one of the highlights of the vacation.
5.0
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.
10.0
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
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
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!
5.0
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
Wonderful place for family and pets. Awesome to have a fenced in yard!
5.0
Property was clean and the beach was a block away. Plenty of off-street parking. Owner was easy to reach.
5.0
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
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
This property was very nice and accommodating. Short walk to beach.
5.0
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
It suited our event
Nice location however a bit busy with loud cars
5.0
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
I really enjoyed the location and had fun with family
4.0
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
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
Enjoyed
I really enjoyed the location and had fun with family
4.0
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
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
Mayberry by the sea
Perfect property for pets,,very quick walk to beach
5.0
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
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
Perfect for us!
Great porches, short & easy walk to the beach.
Comfortable and welcoming. Clean neighborhood.
5.0
Close to the beach and restaurants. Very accommodating for our dogs.
5.0
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
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
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
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
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
Clean and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Surf City?
The average price for a rental in Surf City is $263 per night. This rental is $173 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 / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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