Title: The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! Vacation home in Topsail Beach with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103626800/103626782/80bbf970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103626800/103626782/0ea14ee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103626800/103626782/305cb005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103626800/103626782/24d9791d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103626800/103626782/w798h597x0y3-6eee3bad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Shell Collector in Topsail Beach, NC. Unwind with ocean breezes on the back patio or upper balcony, offering beach views from this charming 3-bedroom vacation rental. Take a dip in the community pool or play ping pong for added enjoyment. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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 Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! Escape to The Shell Collector in Topsail Beach, NC! This charming vacation rental sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms spanning 2 floors. With 2 living rooms, a full kitchen, and a dining area, there's ample space to unwind and dine together. Step outside to the back patio, where a deck and cozy gazebo await for soaking up the sun or sipping coffee with ocean breezes. The primary bedroom boasts a king bed, spacious layout, and a double vanity bathroom with balcony access offering stunning beach views. The second bedroom features a queen bed, while the third bedroom offers a set of twin bunk beds, perfect for kids or additional guests. Enjoy breathtaking beach views from the upper balcony, complete with plenty of seating for relaxation. Covered parking, a gas grill, and an outdoor shower add convenience and comfort to your stay. Challenge friends or family to a game of ping pong or take a dip in the community pool for added enjoyment. Conveniently located just steps from the beach, you can easily spend your days lounging on the sand or exploring the coastal charm of Topsail Beach. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, The Shell Collector offers the perfect coastal retreat for your next vacation getaway. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Golf - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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) ### General - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115823300/115823269/w1199h899x1y1-94e210ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Driftaway 4 br/3 ba Luxury Beachfront Retreat Topsail Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=115823269&PinnedHotelID=115823269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113749000/113748912/090b7f4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Dharma #188 - Newly Updated Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat, EV Charger Topsail Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=113748912&PinnedHotelID=113748912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112800000/112798300/112798254/02ca9ba9_edited_3ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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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 1689 ## 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%7C34.36880%2C-77.62668&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=keYjAq4hmCbkYO2lOgiPayQQ6cw=) Topsail Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Missiles and More Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Surf City Pier - 14 min drive - 11.1 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell - ‬27 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬27 min drive - ‪Sushi Gem - ‬28 min drive - ‪The Lbc Bottle Shop & Beer Yard - ‬29 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬30 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach, and Missiles and More Museum. Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Shell Collector | Spacious Retreat, Ocean Views + Community Pool! Reviews 8.0 ### 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 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Erin S. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Week in Paradise We had a great experience staying at The Shell Collector! I grew up on Topsail Island and was back in town with my family for my sister’s wedding. It was such a special trip, and this home made the perfect home base for us.The location was ideal—right near the park (a huge plus with little kids!) and just a quick, easy walk to the beach. We didn’t spend a ton of time at the house since we were busy with wedding festivities and family time, but it was comfortable and had everything we needed. We especially appreciated the baby gate—it’s always such a relief when vacation rentals think about the little ones.Our only wish was that we could have checked in a little earlier. Arriving just a couple hours before the scheduled check-in time would have cost several hundred dollars, which felt a bit steep. Still, overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return! ##### Erin S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kris M. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! House is in a great location! As a whole, house was a good fit for our family. There were a few items around the house that need to be addressed. Guest relations were very communicative and responded immediately to questions or concerns. We would rent this property again. ##### Kris M. 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