Title: A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! - 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 # A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22720000/22719991/b07eaa98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22720000/22719991/7b8bd3da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22720000/22719991/1b70503f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22720000/22719991/5fcae54e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22720000/22719991/6d2678e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Imagine shrimp on the grill, kids on the beach, and a cold beverage in your hand as you sit on A Breath of Fresh Aire's deck above the dunes. This oceanfront duplex is pet-friendly and has everything you need for a relaxing stay: Wi-Fi wireless broadband internet, free long distance calling, bikes to ride along the island's 22 miles of coastline with bike shoulders for safety. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81428 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## 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. ### A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! This 3- bedroom cottage duplex is right on the beach. I don't mean just close to the beach. I mean that when you step down from the deck, you are on the beach. THIS GORGEOUS BEACH DUPLEX IS PET-FRIENDLY - AND IN BEAUTIFUL SHAPE. You will not believe such a beautiful house allows your pet, but we find that our guests at A Breath of Fresh Aire have been very conscientious about their four legged family members. NOW MY WIFE SAYS I TALK TOO MUCH. She told me to shut up and let our guests tell the story. So here they go: 'Our family can't wait until July this year - we have stayed at Amazing Grace for the last three years - this year we will stay at Breath of Fresh Air - A wonderful ocean-front duplex - very nice and owner is a delight to deal with. A great deal here at Topsail!!!' Tim & Carol, Alexandria, Va (Lyn and I own both sides of the duplex. Check VRBO.com/113771 to see the other one.) 'Our humans brought us to watch them unwind at this wonderful house on the beach. We got long walks on the water's edge and saw turtle nests and lots of crabs and dolphins. We also got peaceful naps to the sound of the surf. We had such a good time watching our humans uncoil and become fun companions that we did not want it to end. Thanks for making us feel like puppies again.' Your 4-pawed buddies, Kapi and Rufus 'Our family has stayed at A Breath of Fresh Aire about 4 times over the past 3 years. We obviously LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!! We keep coming back! It's always clean and comfortable, and Steve the owner is a pleasure to deal with. It has everything we need and absolutely Beautiful views! And it's on a great section of the island too.' Chrissy, Atlanta, Ga 'A Breath of Fresh Aire is just that... what a wonderful week of sun and fun on TopSail island, NC. We couldn't have been more impressed with this wonderful ocean-front home. It is so rare to find a beach home vacation rental that not only has all the amenities of home, but accepts pets too! We'll definitely be back.' Scott & Carolee, Wake Foest, NC And it goes on and on. Our guests love the place and you will too. Imagine shrimp on the grill (on the driveway as per Fire Marshall rules), kids on the beach, and a cold beverage in your hand as you sit on the deck above the dunes. The wide beach invites you to stay all day long. A Breath of Fresh Aire is BEACH FRONT. It is not a piano lot, or a view between two houses, or in a condominium complex. It is a real OCEANFRONT house. Sit on the beach or sit on a marvelous deck just a few feet away from the crashing waves. Do you like to bike or run? There is a bike shoulder on the main road the entire way from the north to south. The island is like 22 miles long, so you can get a good work out. You can even bike for fun (like I do). Recently I rode my bike to the south end, and the smell of Jasmin and ocean air was unbelievable. I stopped on the far south point of the island and walked around the beach on the undeveloped point. I then rode back to Topsail Beach city hall and said hi to the ladies who worked there. (They had kindly sent me an invitation to pay real estate tax in their city even though my house is not in their city. I graciously declined :-) but they were very pleasant!) I then rode back to Surf City and promptly bought an ice cream cone at DQ just to make sure I hadn't burnt off too many calories, then leisurely rode back to the beach house. Believe me, this place is fun. And I haven't even told you about Giligan's, just before the bridge on the mainland side and it's hilarious karaoke nights, or about Sears Landing and its award winning clam chowder made with sherry, or Indigo Marsh - the best restaurant overlooking the sound that you will ever find. Oh, and how about the fresh fish market (I mean right off the boat) behind the Crab Pot where you can get shrimp, flounder, shark or whatever they have been catching and take it back and grill it. Or you can play 18 holes at Coastal Carolina's only four-star golf course, North Shore Golf and Ocean Club (as per Golf Digest). Perhaps you would like to deep sea or surf fish...or maybe spend an hour with your son or daughter fishing off the sound dock just steps from your beachfront villa. And did we mention riding jet skis on the nearby sound? FOR MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO ON THE ISLAND, LOOK BELOW THE CALENDAR ICON FARTHER DOWN ON THIS PAGE. ABOUT 1 INCH BELOW THAT THERE IS A LINE THAT SAYS 'CLICK HERE - CLICK HERE for more photos and information'. CLICK THERE AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO MY RESTAURANT REVIEWS AND THINGS TO DO PAGES. Wi-Fi wireless broadband internet and free long distance calling available. CAN YOU GUESS WHY WE HAVE SO MANY REPEAT GUESTS? Well, one of our repeat guests told us: 'Delightful Cottage and good location. Our golden loved the beach. I would not hesitate to rent this cottage again. The owner, Steve, made everything simple and straightforward. We made some great memories there. Thanks!!' Linda O, Chester, Va Won't you be our guest? IF THIS PLACE IS BOOKED CHECK OUT AMAZING GRACE NEXT DOOR by clicking on 'All my Rentals' below the calendar on this page. I think Amazing Grace is prettier than A Breath of Fresh Aire! Keywords: Duplex (Left Side) ## 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 - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - 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 dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,428 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22761000/22760954/1e51d6b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing Grace - Right on the Beach and Pet Friendly! 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Grill in the driveway. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 Property Registration Number BEST 206-905-6843 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as A Breath of Fresh Aire the Beach Comes Right up to Your Deck!! A Breath of Fresh Aire the Beach Comes Right up to Your Deck!! Breath Fresh Aire Beach Comes Right up Your Deck House Breath Fresh Aire Beach Comes Right up Your Deck House A Breath of Fresh Aire the Beach Comes Right up to Your Deck!! A Breath of Fresh Aire the Beach Comes Right up to Your Deck!! ## 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%7C34.45961%2C-77.48623&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1Nv-XCOx-hBk0VoDgRwl1O3QZc8=) North Topsail Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Surf City Pier - 7 min drive - 7.6 km - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 43 min drive - 61.3 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 56 min drive - 60.5 km - Wrightsville Beach - 58 min drive - 63.1 km #### Getting around - Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬8 min drive - ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min drive - ‪Beach Bum's Grill and Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Breath of Fresh Aire - the beach comes right up to your deck!! located? > This Ocean City Beach vacation home is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sea Haven Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Surf City Beach and North Topsail Beach. Seaview Pier and North Shore Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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