[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141700/34141674/c91aed1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141700/34141674/w1617h1080x3y0-2d79af3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141700/34141674/2a998c50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141700/34141674/16b255ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141700/34141674/189b1f52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Beach view - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island 1 Grandview Cape Cod-Style Beach House with Ocean Views | Dog-Friendly | Topsail Island Escape to "1 Grandview," a second-row Cape Cod-style beach house on Topsail Island, offering stunning, unobstructed ocean views. Just steps from public beach access, this pet-friendly retreat welcomes dogs (with a pet fee), perfect for a coastal getaway with your furry companions. Relax on the ocean-view deck, explore a curated library of books and movies, and enjoy all the comforts of this serene seaside escape. Book now for an unforgettable Topsail Island vacation. Layout & Beds: Top Floor – 1 Loft Bedroom, 1 Full Bath Oceanview King Bedroom with en suite bath, portable a/c unit, television, desk, and library First Floor – Living room, Kitchen and Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath, Oceanside Deck Twin Over Twin Bunk Bed and Twin Over Twin Bunk Bed Bedroom with television Queen Bedroom with television and shared hall bath Ground Floor - Laundry and Enclosed Outdoor Shower \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* KEY DETAILS TO KNOW BEFORE BOOKING: \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*   PROPERTY DETAILS -  Max Occupancy: This home accommodates up to 8 guests. Occupancy count includes children and guests of Guest. Groups organized to celebrate weddings, graduation, proms, fraternity, sorority, or other school functions are specifically not allowed. Accessibility: 3 Story Home with Stairs Pet Policy:  Dogs Allowed With Pet Fee Please review our Dog Policy before booking your vacation. Non-Refundable Pet Deposit is per pet (2 dog maximum, price varies by home) and is NOT INCLUDED in rate. Please contact us to apply a pet fee on your reservation after booking – DOES NOT AUTO APPLY. Linen Options:  BRONZE PACKAGE INCLUDED - Includes ALL bed linens. (Towels NOT included). Complimentary for 7-night minimum reservations in 2025. If Complimentary Linens are NOT APPLICABLE for your stay, you may bring your own linens, or we offer linens to rent for an additional fee. Contact us to apply a linen rental to your reservation after booking.   Nearest Beach Access: Public Beach Access #33 – 2100 South Shore Dr, Surf City, NC 28445 Pay-to-Park may be enforced at some beach accesses or public parking lots. Click here for more information on public beach accesses. Amenities: Highchair, Baby Gate, Beach Toys, FREE Access to Watch the NFL Sunday Ticket Parking: 4-6 Parking Spaces in the driveway and under the house depending on vehicle size Photographs Updated: May 2022 BOOKING DETAILS -  Age Requirements: You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. ID verification required prior to check in. House parties will be evicted immediately. Any group renting this property under false pretenses shall be immediately evicted with no refund. Summer Requirements: 7-night minimum stays, Saturday Check-in/out only TV Disclosure: Smart TVs require guests to log in with their own accounts to access subscription apps. Access credentials are not provided. CANCELLATIONS - Any cancellation of a confirmed reservation must be made in writing by Guest. Reservation payments are not reimbursable unless the property can be re-rented for the same rate and time period less non refundable reservation fee, cancellation fee, and third-party fees. Please review our Rental Policies and Cancellation Policy. CHECK IN DAY DETAILS - Your rental home allows you to check-in directly at the property. Check-in typically becomes available BETWEEN 4:00 - 6:00 PM on the day of your scheduled arrival. As soon as your rental is ready for check in, we will send you a text message with all of your check-in instructions. Please understand that all homes must be cleaned and inspected before we are allowed to issue access details and you are not allowed to be at the property until you have received that text message. PREPARING FOR YOUR VACATION - All our vacation rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s) and more! Our vacation homes do not supply consumable items for guest use (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels, soap, spices, cleaning products, etc.). Please plan accordingly for any items you may need during your stay. You are welcome to bring your own linens, or we provide a linens rental service for your convenience. Some homes provide complimentary linens for select dates and this detailed information can be found in the description.  Linen package options include BRONZE (bed sheets only per bed listed), SILVER (bed sheets per bed listed, a bath towel set per occupancy, dish towel, and a bath mat per shower/tub), and GOLD (all items from the SILVER package plus one extra bath towel per occupancy). Review our list of suggestions of  What To Bring on your vacation. Check out of our lists of  Local Businesses and  Local Events to plan out things to do during your stay! TOPSAIL ISLAND GENERAL INFO- WiFi: WiFi signal strength is NOT guaranteed at your rental for remote work or remote learning. We are located on a barrier island and do not have cellular towers on the island. This, coupled with the increase of guests in our area, creates an inconsistent cellular signal that is outside of our control and therefore, compensation is NOT given.    Beach Nourishment: Beach nourishment projects help preserve and protect Topsail Island’s shoreline. Most projects are scheduled annually between November and April and may involve large pipes on the beach, trucks moving sand, and other equipment to rebuild and maintain our dunes. Timelines and locations can shift without notice, and we are not always informed in advance. While we understand this may impact your beach experience, refunds or compensation will not be provided for disruptions related to beach nourishment. For the latest updates, we recommend checking the town websites for Topsail Beach, Surf City, or North Topsail Beach. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about potential beach impacts during your stay. Water Pressure Notice: Please be aware that during popular rental dates, especially in the mornings and evenings, there may be temporary reductions in water pressure. This is a common occurrence across the island as many visitors are getting ready for the day or returning from the beach. We recommend planning showers and other water-related activities accordingly to avoid inconvenience. Public Parking: The Town of Surf City enforces “Pay to Park” from March 1-Oct 31 from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Surf City Public Beach Access Parking Lots and other marked Public Parking Lots. The Town of North Topsail Beach will enforce “Pay to Park” from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM year-round. Onslow County operates three public parking areas/beach accesses within the Town of North Topsail Beach. To the best of our knowledge the county intends to continue operating these lots free of charge. Leave No Trace: Topsail Island enforces a "Leave No Trace" policy in order to protect our shoreline, meaning you must remove all items, including tents and chairs, from the beach each day. Any items left behind are subject to theft, removal by the town, or possibility of being washed away by the ocean. Turtle Nesting Season: From May to October, Topsail Island is a nesting ground for sea turtles. Be mindful of marked nests, limit oceanside deck lights, and follow local guidelines to protect them. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138600/34138539/f1cf54e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "My 4 Beaches" Pet Friendly Cozy Topsail Island Home in Surf City, NC Surf City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34138539&PinnedHotelID=34138539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76626500/76626424/67db94c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pets OK Beach Home+Short Walk Beach Access+Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 24 ## About the area Located in Surf City, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Mia's Marketplace and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding, fishing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Surf City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Surf-City.dx6339267) [View more Vacation homes in Surf City](https://www.expedia.ca/Surf-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6339267-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.40424%2C-77.57885&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pPbKTAYGd0XIZgKAOdOqp8k3aeE=) Surf City, NC ### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km - Southside Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Sloop Point Plantation - 24 min drive - 23.7 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive - ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Surf City Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## "1 Grandview" Ocean View Private Home in Surf City, Topsail Island Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faith W. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This home was PERFECT. Plenty of room, beautiful view, lots of amenities. A wonderful respite from the day-to- day!! ##### Faith W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### Mike P., Matthews NC Oct 11, 2017 #### Needs updating bad! The view was fantastic! The house clean, but in serious need of some updates! We felt like we were in a 70’s time warp! From the water bed to no ice maker, the appliances, furniture, and bathroom fixtures! It’s a shame because the location and view are great! ##### Mike P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie C. Nov 27, 2017 #### We had a wonderful time!!! Hoping to come back next year! Beautiful home with easy access to the water! ##### Melanie C. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Heather T., Apex, North Carolina Aug 20, 2017 #### Family Trip We had a great week at the beach...The house could use some updates, a little paint would go a long way...The kitchen was stocked well with dishes,cups, pots/pans and so forth....The upstairs loft was nice, I liked the bed no issues sleeping on it at all...And if you need something to read there are probably 200 books up there to pick from...There are a lot of extra blankets and pillows, toys for the kids in bunk room...and extra beach chairs and boogie boards to use...We loved the high chairs on the deck, your view was not of the rail but you could actually look out and see the ocean...TV's in every bedroom and living room just in case you have a rainy day...Beach access is just 2 house down, very easy...Plenty of parking space....We had an awesome week and would stay here again....Wish they had another outside trashcan and recycle bin... they only get picked up once a week and one is just not enough... ##### Heather T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly R., Stuarts Draft, VA Aug 16, 2017 #### It was a Grandview Nice house. Very short walk to access. Not too crazy about the waterbed (which needed water) in loft area, but I still slept good. Great view. Love the open layout of the house. Kitchen had everything we needed. ##### Kimberly R. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian T. Jun 26, 2017 #### Great house with amazing views! This property was worth every penny. The views were great and morning coffee on the deck a must! The kids loved everything the house had to offer. I fully intend to come back again! probably for a longer stay! ##### Brian T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan L. Jun 20, 2017 #### Beautiful view! Loved this place! It was a great view and we loved leaving the doors open at night and listening to the waves! It was perfect for our family vacation! Only suggestion is updating the waterbed! It was a little uncomfortable sleeping in! Other than that loved it!! ##### Susan L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### Joshua H. May 26, 2017 #### Preserved from 1992 This was not worth the time or money. Yes its on the beach and yes you can see the water (which is abnormal due to all the 3 story houses around) but the yard has an old rope and broken pier pole under the stairs. You enter through the basement which has peoples discarded clutter. The wicker furnature is uncomfortable and it has a waterbed. The management company has several fees. My out of pocket costs were double what the initial advertised rate was. We concidered moving down the beach to the big motel but decided we had spent enough money and sucked it up for the weekend. The whole time we felt like we were walking on eggshells with this house. ##### Joshua H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea C., Charlotte, NC Aug 4, 2016 #### Great location and wonderful house! Best family vacation we've had in years! My family and I had a marvelous time staying at the "Grandview" for our summer vacation. The description of the house is quite accurate. There was ample room in the common area where we spent most of our time. The view from the master bedroom was beautiful. It's one of the few 2nd row homes in Surf City that has an unobstructed view of the ocean. We spent a lot of timeon the front balcony which had a great view of the ocean too. Also, there were plenty of indoor and outdoor toys for kids. Toys included: boogie boards, sand buckets, sand shovels, etc. All the appliances were fairly new and the furniture had that "beachy" vibe. The bunk beds in the kids room was a bit rickety but worked out fine. They do have a large collection of VHS tapes and a small collection of DVDs. Every bedroom came with a flat screen tv and either a DVD/VHS player or Satellite TV. Wifi was fast too! Topsail Island is the perfect place if you want a nice, relaxing vacation without a lot of tourism. We ate at a couple of the areas restaurants though they do get really busy during the dinner time hour. Restaurants that we tried: The Beach Bunny: this is a great place if you want a nice sandwich and fries. We were seated immediately with no wait. Daddy Mac's Beach Grille: tasty seafood fare; we arrived around 6pm and waited 45 minutes to be seated. The management company, Access Realty did a great job with customer service. They were friendly all the times I spoke with them and would answer emails within an hour of contact. I would definitely rent with them again. ##### Andrea C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kari Z., Lititz, PA Aug 5, 2014 #### Location, location, location Nice house, a bit dated, but nothing horrible. Some small cosmetic work would go a long way, but hey, if you want 5 stars you have to be willing to pay for it! The bed in the loft is a soft-sided waterbed, which we weren't prepared for (neither were our backs). I think the water tubes needed more water. The bunkbeds in the kids room were a little shaky, but fine as long as the kids aren't climbing and playing on them. The pictures provide a very accurate idea of what you will get. Everything was clean. There were lots of dishes, glasses, silverware, cooking items available. The view: Amazing. The location: Perfect. We had looked at beachfront homes, and the prices were significantly higher. This was very convenient with beach access 4-5 houses down. No big deal at all. Also, we noticed that this was one of the few (and possibly ONLY) second row homes that actually had a view of the ocean. The large deck was inviting to sit on. Even when it rained, the view with all of the full glass windows didn't make you feel closed in. If you are looking for a vacation spot that's full of life and entertainment, this isn't for you. If you are looking for a place to relax, with a little bit of tourism without all of the commercialism, you will like this area. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital is a must. Unfortunately, it rained a lot while we were here, so it was very crowded as everyone seemed to be getting bored being stuck inside for a few days. There is also a very small arcade which the kids enjoyed (they were a little disappointed there weren't any tickets to trade in for prizes), and we managed to get out spending only $6/kid. Younger kids will enjoy the many playgrounds on the island. My kids are 15, 11, and 9...so it's not easy to find places they all enjoy, but between restaurants, shops, the beach, etc everyone had a good time. Wilmington is a short drive away, well worth it to visit for a day. 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