[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access! Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and washer and dryer ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67430000/67427700/67427648/646bf6b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67430000/67427700/67427648/c9df136e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67430000/67427700/67427648/9c407658.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67430000/67427700/67427648/725d75a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67430000/67427700/67427648/bec84c4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On a quiet cul-de-sac in the Island Oaks community, this 3-bedroom home offers serene ocean and sound views from its four spacious decks. With plenty of room for your family, enjoy an open floorplan with a modern kitchen and comfortable living spaces that maximize the natural beauty surrounding you. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access! Set in and among the island oaks of the Island Oaks community, this lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is just a short walk to the easy beach access or to the community gazebo, boat day dock and ramp on the sound. There is plenty of space for your family here, especially with 4 large decks! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac down an oak lined drive, you can take your pick of spending the day on the beach or spending the day on your boat in the sound. The popular reverse floorplan puts all the living and dining spaces on the second floor, which maximizes the views of both the sound and the ocean, as well as the greenery of the live oaks surrounding the property. The open floorplan includes a large comfortable living room, a dining area that seats 6, with room for 4 more at the kitchen counter. The spacious modern kitchen has an extra-large breakfast bar with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Sliders open up to large sun decks on each side of the home for both sun rise, and sun set views. Sweet Dreams: All three comfortable bedrooms are located on the first floor, as is the laundry for your convenience. North Back Bedroom: Queen Bed; TV; private bathroom with shower and whirlpool tub; access to back covered deck South Back Bedroom: Queen Bed; TV; full bathroom (tub/shower) adjacent; access to back covered deck Street-Side Front Bedroom: Two Sets of Bunk Beds; full bathroom (tub/shower) adjacent; access to front covered deck Outdoor Spaces: Lush landscaping welcomes you all throughout the Island Oaks neighborhood. Extra amenities include the use of the community day dock and gazebo area. The community beach access is located just across the street from the entrance. While you are here, relax and unwind on any one of the four spacious decks – whether you’re looking for sun or shade, sound views or peeks of blue ocean, sunsets or sunrise, take your pick. Location:  Your beach rental is located approximately 2.2 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: Central air & heat  Keyless Entry 3 TVs w/ Streaming Wireless Internet Full kitchen with dishwasher & microwave Washer/Dryer Ceiling Fans Whirlpool Tub Outside shower - cold water only 4 sundecks with furniture Additional Property Information: Dog Friendly! Max 2 Dogs allowed; Sorry, cats not allowed Smoke Free - Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises The community beach access is located just across the street from the entrance - to the right of house #1834-B S. Shore Drive.    The community boat dock area is for loading and unloading boats only. Boats cannot be left at the dock for any length of time. Also, boat trailers must be taken back to your rental house while your boat is in the water. Linens (bed and bath) are not included 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 our website for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental. Please note that this home does not come with sheets or towels. You may bring your own or rent them through 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 - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Dock ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115050000/115045400/115045335/25c7eb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### It Must Be The Wine - 3BR Home in Quiet Spot. 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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 83653 ## 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%7C34.40860%2C-77.57340&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QMkvgNEpKhoOQc-aLy1iQJolkOw=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Surf City Pier - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Southside Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Sloop Point Plantation - 23 min drive - 23.1 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sear's Landing - ‬7 min drive - ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shark Shack - Dog Friendly! Quiet Neighborhood with easy beach access! located? > Located in Island Oaks, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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