Title: Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90319887&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach ## Photo gallery for Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach ![Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books - Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90319900/90319887/ac026bf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90319900/90319887/9953dd2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90319900/90319887/10a854e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90319900/90319887/c9303522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach (North Topsail Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90319900/90319887/ca268e0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Starfish Escape in North Topsail Beach, where island charm meets comfort. Relax on the streetside covered deck with Atlantic Ocean views or unwind on the back deck overlooking serene sound and marsh estuaries. This beautiful home features a game room with foosball table, ping-pong table, and second fridge as well as a private heated pool surrounded by gated concrete patio with lounge space. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142048 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - 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. ### Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach Get away to Starfish Escape and begin your island-style vacation! This beautiful six-bedroom, three-bathroom home in North Topsail Beach has plenty of space for 14 guests, making it the perfect retreat for family and friends. Plus, this property is pet-friendly, so even furry family members can join the fun! Relax on the two-level streetside covered deck with seating and take in gorgeous Atlantic Ocean views, or head down from either level to the beach just across the street. The back deck offers an open top level and a covered lower level, perfect for enjoying serene views of the sound and marsh estuaries. Hours of fun await in the game room, complete with a foosball table, second fridge, and ping-pong table. The best part? Splash into the private heated pool, surrounded by a gated concrete patio with lounge space for ultimate relaxation. The open-style great room features solid surface flooring throughout the living, dining, and kitchen areas, all accented by a driftwood-inspired motif. Ample seating in the living area with multiple sofas and chairs makes it an ideal spot for family movie nights. The dining area features a large pub-style bar-height table with seating for 8, plus additional counter seating in the kitchen for easy, casual meals. The modern kitchen with light cabinetry and solid surface counters adds to the home’s inviting appeal. Six serene bedrooms are designed for ultimate comfort, including four luxurious King rooms and two charming twin-over-full bunk rooms, ensuring cozy accommodations for everyone. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the relaxing luxuries of Starfish Escape while exploring the beauty and adventure of North Topsail Beach. Book your stay today! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Golf - Heated pool - Table tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating 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: 2,048 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 is also known as 1597 ## About the area Located in North Topsail Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Thurston Art Gallery and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North Shore Golf Course and Sneads Ferry Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our Sneads Ferry travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sneads-Ferry.dx183767) [View more Vacation homes in Sneads Ferry](https://www.expedia.ca/Sneads-Ferry-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183767-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.50955%2C-77.38429&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iS4567X3CPQVkM-31fGMmOqRQq8=) North Topsail Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Another beautiful sunrise on the coast of North Carolina. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183767/7f2b0d0c-9292-4f10-9f2a-0e601ac36a10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Topsail Beach 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Sunrise at Seaview Pier on North Topsail Island North Carolina.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312470/70c46830-bdc3-40fa-853c-0f138bbda6f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seaview Pier 2 min drive \- 2.0 km - ![Under the pier at night.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/166778/7852b491-357f-4959-8199-3c78250eb7c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf City Beach 4 min drive \- 5.3 km - Marine Corps Air Station New River 29 min drive \- 43.1 km - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center 41 min drive \- 58.6 km ### Getting around - Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - River View Cafe 16 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - Spiaggia Ristobar 9 min drive - Cancun Mexican 9 min drive - Arrr Pirate Bar 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach have a pool? ### Is Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach? ### What time is check-out at Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach? ### Where is Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Starfish Escape | Pet-Friendly Home with Private Pool + Walk to the Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra H. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was cleaned and well maintained. It was a very quiet area and the view was beautiful! ##### Debra H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sandy Adventures! Third row from the ocean! 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