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For The Shell of It

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Beach towels
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Escape to a serene retreat at this beach house, where the sound and ocean meet. Only a short 4-minute walk from the beach, unwind on the front porch with gorgeous sunsets or fish and crab from your own backyard canal.

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

For The Shell of It

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. We are on a quiet short street that goes from the sound to the beach walkover. It’s only a short 4 minute walk to the beach and only a few houses from the sound where you will experience gorgeous sunsets from the front porch.The house backs up to a canal where you can fish and crab to your heart’s content and grill and dine on the large deck with a view of the sound and salt marsh. There is alo a boatslip for up to a 21’ boat

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Topsail Beach is home to this vacation home. 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 jet skiing, kayaking, and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Missiles and More Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Surf City Pier - 11 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Gem - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Lbc Bottle Shop & Beer Yard - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is For The Shell of It pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at For The Shell of It?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at For The Shell of It?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is For The Shell of It located?

Situated in Topsail Beach, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Surf City Beach, Missiles and More Museum, and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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