[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119231400/119231361/0f7b1031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119231400/119231361/8c267ac4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119231400/119231361/7ce1b485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119231400/119231361/3f8b89a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119231400/119231361/a65644d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. This island getaway is sure to please and will provide you with everything you need for an amazing beach vacation. This second row house offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms and will serve as the perfect home away from home while you experience the fun and sun in Topsail! Approaching the home you’ll find covered parking stretching the length of the house as well as extra room for guests. This covered area is a great spot to leave your sandy beach toys out to dry after returning from the beach access across the street. Entering the home you will arrive in the main living area. This open space encompasses the kitchen, dining area and living room. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you’ll need for meal preparations and entertaining. Plenty of storage lets you tuck all your groceries and snacks out of the way. Everyone can gather around the dining table so your whole group can dine together and catch up on the days activities. The comfortable living room offers all of the amenities of home. Ample seating is provided for the whole gang to hang out and enjoy a movie on the flat screen television with a DVD player. Wireless internet will keep you connected while away from home. A ceiling fan is included to keep you cool and comfortable during the summer months. Access to the covered deck is located through the living room. This shady retreat will not disappoint! Sit back and relax on the provided furniture and watch the waves roll in. The beach access is right across the street from the property, so you’ll be able to keep an eye out for friends coming and going. Back inside, head down the hallway to find the bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry area. A queen sleeper sofa is provided for extra overnight guests The first of the 3 bedrooms in "The Great Escape" acts as the master and will give you the tranquil retreat feel you’re looking for at the end of a fun filled day. A comfortable queen size bed is here for you to snuggle into and get a well earned night’s sleep. A television is provided for you to catch up on your shows. A private full bathroom with a tub/ shower and single sink vanity is located just off the bedroom. The second bedroom is right next door. This room is a great spot for slumber parties and ghostly pirate stories! Twin size bunk beds are located here so there's plenty of room for everyone. Next is the third bedroom with a double bed and plenty of storage space. "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. Take advantage of all the best that Topsail has to offer while you make memories to last a lifetime. Surfing, swimming, shelling and sprawling beaches offer plenty of activity on the Atlantic Ocean. Venture across the road to the intracoastal waterway and experience the calm sound waters where you can kayak, canoe, jet ski or launch your own boat. Topsail has many boutique shops and restaurants as well as several local companies offering rentals and lessons for a variety of water recreation. There is plenty to discover here on Topsail Island! 2 dogs, no size limit, allowed with paid pet fee per dog. No Smoking or Vaping. Linens not included but can be pre-ordered. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66380000/66377800/66377730/712cfb36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bella Vista - Waterfront Getaway, Kayaks, fishing & Close to Topsail Beaches! 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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 860 ## About the area ![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%7C34.44469%2C-77.51333&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mV5sDY2MoRd052aVSS_RHtN-eKg=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Inis Spa - 4 min drive - 3.7 km - Southside Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - North Topsail Beach - 11 min drive - 12.0 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬8 min walk - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Surf City Line - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Permuda Island and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa and Escape Spa 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 ## "The Great Escape" can’t be beat for an amazing island experience. Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.