Title: A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102047996&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock ![Property grounds - A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock (Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102048000/102047996/91bb5b77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock (Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102048000/102047996/4e4dcd42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock (Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102048000/102047996/a739dc93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock (Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102048000/102047996/60e0b411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock (Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102050000/102048000/102047996/8db889f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away on a quiet street in Topsail Beach, Sweet Dreams offers an idyllic retreat with canal front views and easy beach access. Enjoy crabbing or fishing from the sundeck with a boat/floating dock, then unwind in Adirondack chairs on the covered porch overlooking Topsail Sound. With two living areas and kitchenettes downstairs, this beautifully decorated home has plenty of space to relax. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## 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. ### A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock Located on a quiet street, this attractively furnished 5 bedroom/3 bath canal front home offers wonderful water views! Enjoy crabbing or fishing off of the sundeck with a boat/floating dock. Sit and relax in the Adirondack chairs on the covered porch overlooking the canal and Topsail Sound. This beautifully decorated beach house features an open floor plan kitchen/living/dining area. Downstairs boasts another living room area and a kitchenette. This house will definitely make iit easy for you to take "a leave of absence" from reality for a while. Sweet Dreams: \*Linens (bed/bath) are not included! Main Floor: West Canalfront Bedroom: Queen Bed; full bath with tub/shower adjacent West Streetside Bedroom: Queen Bed; full bath with tub/shower adjacent East Canalfront Bedroom: Queen Bed; full bath with tub/shower adjacent East Streetside Bedroom: Queen Bed; full bath with tub/shower adjacent Ground Floor: East Canalfront Bedroom: King Bed; full bath with shower adjacent Location: Your vacation home is located in Topsail Beach, just 7.9 miles south of the Surf City high rise bridge. You are fairly close to a few shops, restaurants, and the Jolly Roger Pier in Topsail Beach and not too far away from the main business district on the island in Surf City! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital on the mainland and the Missiles and More Museum in Topsail Beach, which tells the story of our island's past. Amenities: Central air/heat 2 cable tvs, DVD player Wireless Internet Full kitchen with dishwasher & 2 microwaves Washer/Dryer Wet bar Ceiling fans Park style charcoal grill Canal front covered porch with deck furniture & porch swing Canal front sundeck w/benches Boat/floating dock Street side sundeck Additional Property Information: Pet Free - Pets are not allowed on the premises Smoke Free - Smoking is not allowed on the premises Easy beach access is located just a short stroll from house, at the beginning of McLeod Avenue across the street. Trip Preparation: Rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay be as close to home away from home as possible. All of our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, iron/ironing board and much more! See our website for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental home. Please note that this home does not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through Ward Realty. Photos displayed on this website are intended to provide a general representation of our vacation rental properties and the surrounding areas. While some amenities may be pictured, they are for display purposes only. Only those amenities listed on the website description, not in photos, are available. While we strive to keep all images accurate and up to date, furnishings, décor, and amenities may change over time and may vary slightly from what is shown. Seasonal differences, weather conditions, and lighting may also affect the appearance of the property. We do our best to present each rental honestly, but we cannot guarantee that every detail will be exactly as depicted. If you have specific questions or requirements, please contact us directly before booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121900000/121893500/121893433/a6f7a28d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colorful home sleeps 8-10 Wilmington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=121893433&PinnedHotelID=121893433&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113780000/113779300/113779255/85869f18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing Grace #189 Oceanfront Luxurious Home, Sleeps 22, Hot Tub & Game Room! 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 64502 ## About the area Located in Topsail Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Missiles and More Museum and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Escape Spa and Inis Spa. Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also worth visiting. With kayaking, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Topsail Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Topsail-Beach.dx166778) [View more Vacation homes in Topsail Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Topsail-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d166778-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%7C34.35160%2C-77.65010&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tIKM9diJ0f4Jg95AOcDFzpntv4Q=) Topsail Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Under the pier at night.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/166778/7852b491-357f-4959-8199-3c78250eb7c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf City Beach 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Another beautiful sunrise on the coast of North Carolina. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183767/7f2b0d0c-9292-4f10-9f2a-0e601ac36a10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Topsail Beach 29 min drive \- 30.6 km - ![Figure Eight Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976193484/200c886e-8355-4bd5-82b5-2ddb54e5419f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Figure Eight Island 60 min drive \- 58.1 km - ![Wilmington_MayfaireTownCenter_6247544_0006](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247544/5b43321a-e595-4eb8-bd20-ee9f71a04e8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mayfaire Town Center 61 min drive \- 63.0 km - Marine Corps Air Station New River 49 min drive \- 61.7 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 35 min drive - McDonald's 35 min drive - The Lbc Bottle Shop & Beer Yard 34 min drive - Shaka Taco 32 min drive - Dunkin' 34 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock? ### What time is check-out at A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock? ### Where is A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Leave of Absence - 5BR Canalfront Home with Covered Porches and Boat Dock Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Sarahbeth R. May 31, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location House worked great for 3 families to spend Memorial Day weekend together! Location was great for bike riding at the end of the island, with the parks and restaurants close by and canal access allowed us to bring our boat. Layout of house gave each family their own space and bathroom which was clutch! ##### Sarahbeth R. 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