Title: Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH - 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 # Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74800300/74800210/9f87471c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74800300/74800210/c8b8dd11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Floor plan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74800300/74800210/563409ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74800300/74800210/w1080h760x0y0-613ac1d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74800300/74800210/27395830.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the unique charm of Tower Four, a beautifully renovated 1947 pseudo-Mediterranean style home. This beach rental offers an oceanfront dining area with spectacular views, two separate outdoor dining areas for up to 6 people, and a fully appointed kitchen. Additional amenities include wireless internet, central air/heat, ceiling fans and linens for all standard beds. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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. ### Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH Upon arrival to this historical and unique 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath pseudo-Mediterranean style home, you’ll find yourself immersed in lush tropical landscaping (season permitting). Large palm trees and flowering bushes surround the beautifully renovated and repurposed cement structure originally built in 1947 that was once Missile Tower 4, an integral part of Operation Bumblebee. Each of the three floors is open and inviting, drawing light from large windows. The main living area is on the 1stfloor with a fully appointed kitchen. The crown jewel is the oceanfront dining area, which is surrounded on three sides by floor to ceiling glass for a spectacular view.  Just off the living room is a beautiful wet bar with wine refrigerator and a half bath, perfect for entertaining. If you prefer to dine outside and enjoy the views and salt air, there are two separate dining areas that seat up to 6 people easily.   Sweet Dreams: \*Linens are included for all standard beds for all reservations The King master bedroom suite is located up the spiral stairway on the 2nd floor and includes a full private bath with sumptuous details like towel warmers and a Jacuzzi tub. Large sliding glass doors let in tons of natural light. The spacious oceanfront sundeck has stairs to connect you to lower levels. Here’s the real treat – above the master suite is a cozy cupola/loft, perfect for a cat nap or a cozy reading spot. And take a minute to notice the embedded brass stamp in the floor. It is original to the structure and is marked “1947 - Tower Four”. One of the triangles point to true north and all corners of the home align with the points on the compass. Two more bedrooms are located on the ground floor, accessed either by the internal spiral stairway or by external door. Each is fitted with a queen platform bed. The ground floor also houses a full bath with decedent towel warmers, full size laundry and an extra den with large flat screen TV that also has a queen sleeper sofa. Each bedroom includes large windows overlooking the lush landscaping (season permitting). King master, 2nd floor – with private full bath, private oceanfront and street side decks and cupola/loft Queen room, ground floor, full bath adjacent Queen room, ground floor, full bath adjacent Extra den with queen sleeper sofa, ground floor  Unique Features: You can still see the original tower at the center of the home, identified by the four concrete pillars, one at each corner. Additional living and dining space was created with additions on both the ocean and street sides. The home is constructed of concrete, and finished in stucco, Mediterranean tile and wood, creating clean and simple lines that pay homage to the utility of the original tower while creating a bright and cheerful home that maximizes space while minimizing changes to the original footprint. Location: Your beach rental is located approximately 1.5 miles south of the Surf City high rise bridge, near the central part of Topsail Island, puts you close to restaurants, shops, Surf City Pier and more! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island's past. Amenities: Linens (bed & bath) are included for all standard beds for all reservations Central air/heat 2 cable TVs, Roku, DVD player Wireless Internet Full kitchen with dishwasher & microwave Washer/Dryer (ground floor) Wet bar w/wine fridge Ceiling fans Telephone Jacuzzi in the master bathroom Whole house water filtration Points of caution: Narrow spiral staircase to master suite and lower bedrooms/den Built-in ladder in master bedroom leading up to small top floor cupola/loft area Short drive backs onto busy street, combined with lush landscaping, is cause for caution Additional Property Information: Pet Free - pets are not allowed anywhere on the premises Smoke Free - smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises Unfortunately, early check in is not available at this property Tower Four has been featured in Echoes of Topsail by David A. Stallman, Mayberry by The Sea by Ray McAllister, UNC TV/Exploring North Carolina and even on HGTV - Island Living. For more information about Operation Bumblebee visit the Missiles and More Museum in Topsail Beach. 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 below for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental. Please note that this home includes sheets and towels for all standard beds for all reservations. Linens for non-standard beds (sleeper sofas, futons, roll-a-way beds etc.) are NOT included. Guests may bring their own linens for non-standard beds or rent them from Ward Realty. Disclaimer: 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 - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table - Wet bar ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### 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 ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35263700/35263691/51871f6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tower 5 Cabana - 1BR Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower! 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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 64927 ## 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%7C34.41220%2C-77.56620&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Dk9wKcj3tcUNyghUxNfaSgnofRs=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Thomas Tackle and Seafood - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Wrightsville Beach - 54 min drive - 58.8 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬6 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH located? > Nestled on the beach, this Surf City vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Southside Park and Ohana Paddle Sports are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tower Four - Oceanfront Historic Missile Tower - 3 BR / 2.5 BATH Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jami V., Raleigh, USA Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view The best feature of this home is the view! The oceanside dining can't be beat. The kids loved the spiral stairs, and everything was clean. ##### Jami V. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Everett H. Jul 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Tower 4 Overall, we loved being on the beach. Although the check in process was smooth, we were a little puzzled that this was listed on VRBO but we had to go through a realty company and sign a contract through them. The place was very nice but dated. Overall, our family really enjoyed the stay. ##### Everett H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan G., Sharpsville Mar 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique beachfront rental Loved the uniqueness of Tower Four. Family vacation to remember. Two plus decks to enjoy and plenty of room to relax. Loved waking up to the sunrise and close enough to walk to all the restaurants but far enough away to get away. Thanks! ##### Dan G. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brent M. Sep 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice property, but no advantage renting through VRBO The house is great and largely as advertised. The beachfront location is wonderful. We were disappointed that the tower room isn't really usable -- you can't see out the windows (some are too high and some are too low) and it's VERY warm. The spiral staircases are noted in the listing as a potential obstacle, and they are REALLY tight (tip: use outdoor stairways for taking suitcases in and out). The host was very responsive for the one minor issue we experienced. All in all, the property is great -- clean, comfortable and quite enjoyable. The reason this isn't a 5-star review is because there was no advantage renting through VRBO. We had to sign a separate rental agreement, set up an account on Ward Realty's website, make payment to Ward Realty (not via VRBO), check in at the Ward Realty office (during restricted hours) and check out at the Ward Realty office. It's just like renting directly from Ward Realty, with none of the advantages of renting through VRBO. ##### Brent M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette G. Dec 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful & Quiet Enjoyed my few days of quiet. Comfy beds. Spiral Staircase was a nice touch. But a little tricky for my grandmother. Plenty of outside stairs though. Dinning room view I believe is the best I have every had in my 53 years!! ##### Annette G. 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