Title: South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! 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 # South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37410700/37410605/1af5fb6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Floor plan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37410700/37410605/9e30236a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37410700/37410605/7661ff3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37410700/37410605/d8a62c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37410700/37410605/3a8349a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming beach cottage, Sweet Dreams, and unwind on the sun deck with ocean views while listening to the soothing sounds of waves. With a full kitchen, wireless internet, and keyless entry for convenience - you'll feel right at home. Bring your furry friend along and enjoy easy beach access just steps away. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! Quaint 3 bedroom, 2 bath beach cottage that sleeps 8. Enjoy relaxing on the deck while listening to the sounds of the waves. You can even bring your four legged beach baby. Sweet Dreams: \*Linens (bed/bath) are not included! Back Master Bedroom: King Bed; TV; private bathroom with shower (please note this bathroom is on the small side) North Middle Bedroom: Queen Bed; TV; shares hall bathroom with tub/shower Back North Bedroom: 2 Twin Beds; TV; shares hall bathroom with tub/shower Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa Amenities: Central Heat/Air Keyless Entry 4 cable TVs, 2 DVD players Wireless Internet Full kitchen with dishwasher & microwave Washer/Dryer Ceiling fans Enclosed outside shower - hot/cold water Sun deck with deck furniture   Additional Property Information: Easy beach access located to the right of 1902 S. Shore Dr.  Dog Friendly! Max 2 Dogs allowed; Sorry, cats not allowed Sorry, cats are not allowed. Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises. Linens (bed & 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 Ward Realty's website for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your rental home. 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 - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Porch ### 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 - In a village - Near the sea ### 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 ![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 Mcgowans Haven Holly Ridge Mcgowans Beach Haven Holly Ridge Mcgowans Beach Haven Private vacation home Mcgowans Beach Haven Private vacation home Holly Ridge 64792 ## 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%7C34.40670%2C-77.57540&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YBQwd8gmZ9qi3WphqYAt8Z_I9EI=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Surf City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Southside Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km - Sloop Point Plantation - 23 min drive - 23.4 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 53 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 - ‬6 min drive - ‪Daddy Mac's Beach Grille - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Thomas Tackle and Seafood and Ohana Paddle Sports. Surf City Pier and Southside Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## South Shore Beach Haven - 3 bedroom, 2nd Row Cottage! Dog Friendly! Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Sonia S. Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The location is perfect. You get a little ocean view and the beach access is right across the street. The house is in need of a little updating. The master shower is practically unusable. I am 5’8” and the shower head hit right at my chest and has the oldest doors I have ever seen. The internet was out when we were there but the management company was very responsive. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything that we needed. Thank you ##### Sonia S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John J., Green Bay Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Older gem good location Location was good. With kids the busy road to cross was a concern but wasn't bad getting to the beach everyday. The house was accommodating and had most everything we needed. We brought a lot with us because we were unsure what would be there. It does have a grill which was a great surprise not in the listing. The only issues we had were the cleanliness of the house. The floors were dirty and very dusty in the house. But plenty of room and comfy. We had a great time and the kids loved it. We have been back to surf city the last few years and will definitely be back. ##### John J. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jordan E., Durham, North Carolina Jun 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot The great: We loved the location and layout of this house. Absolutely cannot express how much we enjoyed it. Beautiful morning view and super easy access to and from the beach. The deck is a great spot for reading and a sunny breakfast. Heads up: Traffic can be heavy on Fridays and Saturdays, so watch your kids and pets. The Uh-Oh: The cleaning crew left some things (a little sweeping and some dishes) incomplete when we arrived but we sent an email to the management company (Ward) to let them know, but never heard back. Either way they were small enough tasks that we completed them and went along our week. ##### Jordan E. Stayed 8 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Amy S. May 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Older little gem We stayed here the first half of May 2022 for two weeks and we’re overall happy with our stay here. It is an older cottage, but as long as you know that going in, you’re getting a good deal for the price and location of this cottage. Mattresses could use updating, and again, just knowing it’s a little older of a place, but we honestly had a great two weeks here and would stay here again. There are two outdoor showers that are great, the access to the public beach entrance is right across the street and super convenient. That was a huge bonus. The little front porch/deck was very nice to sit out on. The management company was prompt in their responses to any issues we address with them. I’d work with Ward Realty company again for sure. Overall, really great cute little older place with main attraction being fantastic location and access to the beach for the price. ##### Amy S. Stayed 14 nights in May 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Leigh-Beth L. Jul 14, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Ocean window view close beach access This house was 2nd row with big window ocean views. The house is older and tattered. Appliances were old and barely functioning (refrigerator, stove, vacuum,, main toilet). AC worked great. All DVD player attachment cords broken, cable didn’t work. We were grateful to find a house so close to the beach during Covid but cleanliness was lacking. We met a lot of nice families on the beach and felt safe. ##### Leigh-Beth L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Oralia B. Jun 9, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the house good ubicación Really good ##### Oralia B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika S., Fuquay Varina, North Carolina Sep 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing beach getaway My family absolutely enjoyed our stay here. The house had everything we needed to make our stay more comfortable. The beach access was close and we especially loved the beautiful views from the porch. ##### Erika S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020