Title: Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107120262&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog ![On the beach - Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107120300/107120262/6cc24ea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107120300/107120262/0140cb88_edited_909d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107120300/107120262/2dbd55fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107120300/107120262/f520bc92_edited_5315.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog (Surf City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107120300/107120262/6f8ea01d_edited_257f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Indulge in oceanfront living at this charming seaside cottage. The sun deck with a pergola offers wonderful views, perfect for taking it all in. Enjoy central air/heat and keyless entry for your comfort, as well as 2 TV's with streaming and wireless internet to stay connected. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog This charming, cozy seaside cottage will make you shout for joy! Enjoy the oceanfront sun deck with a pergola to interrupt the sun a bit. Completely remodeled, inside and out, this home is the perfect spot for a small family, including the family pooch, to enjoy the best of oceanfront living. Sweet Dreams: \*Linens included for all standard beds for all reservations 7 nights or longer South Streetside Bedroom: Queen Bed; TV; shares Jack n' Jill bathroom with shower North Streetside Bedroom: 2 Twins Beds; shares Jack n' Jill bathroom with shower Queen sleeper sofa in the living room Location: Your beach rental is located approximately 2.5 miles south of the Surf City highrise 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 SeaTurtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island’s past. Amenities: Linens are included for all standard beds for weekly reservations. Sun room on the oceanfront with wonderful views Central air/heat Keyless Entry 2 TV's with streaming Wireless Internet Full kitchen with dishwasher & microwave Washer/Dryer Ceiling fans Enclosed outside shower - hot/cold water Oceanfront sundeck with pergola Additional Property Information: Dog Friendly! Max 2 Dogs allowed; Sorry, cats not allowed Smoke Free - smoking is prohibited on the premises Linens (bed & bath) are included for standard beds for reservations 7 nights or longer. For non-standard beds (sleeper sofas, futons, roll-aways, etc.) or for shorter stays, guests may bring their own linens or rent them through Ward Realty. 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 comes with sheets and towels for all standard beds for all weekly (7 night minimum) reservations. Linens for shorter stays and 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 - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 - 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35310000/35308600/35308582/6479a4c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Misty Morning South - Oceanfront 4BR Home; Dog Friendly! 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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 64935 ## 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%7C34.40210%2C-77.58120&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h0M8EUax47AEzInFjbURGZ3tcSw=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Surf City Pier \- 5 min drive \- 4.6 km - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center \- 50 min drive \- 67.5 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington \- 54 min drive \- 58.1 km - Wrightsville Beach \- 56 min drive \- 60.7 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Daily Grind Surf City - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog? ### What time is check-out at Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog? ### Where is Wholly Mackerel - Oceanfront, 2 Bedroom, Adorable Cottage in Surf City! Dog located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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