[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91786300/91786273/3122105c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91786300/91786273/613b33c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91786300/91786273/d249f8e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91786300/91786273/13d073a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91786300/91786273/7210d5ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Surf City, NC, Prelude to Paradise is a cozy haven with an amazing view. This 3-bedroom retreat accommodates up to 6 people and offers linens and pointcentral keyless access for a speedy check-in. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61536 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea Welcome to Prelude to Paradise, your home away from home with an amazing view! This cozy 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single family home is ready to welcome your family for a relaxing getaway at an affordable price. Enjoy all of the comforts of home along with the perks of paradise that Topsail Island has to offer. As you first arrive you are greeted by a large driveway with both covered and uncovered spaces for up to 4 cars. Take the stairs on the side of the property up to the 1st floor and use your keyless access code to get your vacation started. On the 1st floor of this reverse floor plan property, you will find all three bedrooms, and both full baths. The first room as you come down the hall offers two twin beds and access to the first-floor-covered ocean-side deck. Next door to this bedroom, centrally located, is a full shared bathroom with a shower tub combo and vanity sink. The second bedroom on the ocean side of the property offers a queen-sized bed, and a flat-screen TV, and also has access to the covered ocean-side deck. Sit out and enjoy the sea breeze in the afternoons when you need a break from fun in the sun. The final bedroom is the Master Suite complete with a King bed, Flat-screen TV, and a private bath with shower tub combo and vanity sink. A full-sized washer and dryer are conveniently located in the hall for guest use. Head upstairs where you are greeted by a flood of natural light coming from the windows that surround the top floor. Directly ahead you will find the full kitchen complete with all major appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and all of your basic cooking needs. Whip up tasty meals for the whole family so you don't have to fight the crowds at the local restaurants during the summer season. The dining room table offers seating for 6 and there are an additional 2 bar stools at the Kitchen Island. Be sure to wash up before dinner in the conveniently located half bath that sits just off the kitchen. When you have had your fill, kick back and relax in the living room where there are large comfortable couches so the whole family can gather together after a long day on the beach. Enjoy your favorite shows and movies on the Flat-Screen TV with Cable service. Step out onto the top-floor deck and let the view take you away to Paradise, as the peek-a-boo ocean views greet you from every angle. Sit out with a cup of coffee in the morning and watch the Island come to life. When it's time to get your toes in the sand, head across the street to the beach access that is about 3 houses down from this property. A large enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water is available at the bottom of the entry stairs so you can rinse away the sand before heading back inside. This cozy beach bungalow is waiting to be your family's next vacation destination! Have more than 6 people? Lewis Realty also manages the home next door, By The Sea, so you can all still vacation together and have extra space to spread out during your stay. With all the comforts of home, and beach access nearby, what's not to love? Book your stay at Prelude to Paradise today! ➤Sorry, but NO PETS are allowed at this property. ➤No Smoking is allowed inside the property or on its decks. ➤Please refer to our Rentals FAQ page for useful information about our rentals! ➤Linens (Sheets and Towels) ARE Included with Lewis Realty reservations! A Full house linen package will include Sheets for all advertised beds, 1 towel set per occupancy, bathmats for each full bath, and a set of Kitchen Towels with a sponge. See our Available Rental Items page for a complete list of rentable items to add to your reservation! ➤Use the “Get My Quote” Menu to view pricing and minimum stay requirements throughout the year. ➤No pesky Security Deposits! All reservations will be required to have an Accidental Damage Protection Waiver. The cost of this waiver is included in the listed required reservation fees. ➤This property offers PointCentral Keyless Access for a speedy check-in. Check-in instructions will be emailed to the reservation holder. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Fishing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,536 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93530000/93528300/93528218/e54bdfee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Heavens Eye - REMARKABLY close to the beach Surf City - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=93528218&PinnedHotelID=93528218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65350000/65349700/65349601/d93e7127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom Home Close to the Heart of Surf City Surf City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=65349601&PinnedHotelID=65349601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/118000000/117995700/117995694/d73f6b10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Permanent Waves | Near Beach + Pool Access North Topsail Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=117995694&PinnedHotelID=117995694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76620000/76616500/76616437/d4cb7b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet Island Hideaway with private beach access/pool, near shops and food. 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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 ### Property is also known as 69 ## 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%7C34.44496%2C-77.51289&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LMmIDNd2KPobz6R6gBU2CnWvyTk=) Surf City, NC #### What's nearby - Inis Spa - 4 min drive - 3.7 km - Southside Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Surf City Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 km - Ohana Paddle Sports - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - North Topsail Beach - 11 min drive - 12.0 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tortuga’s Nest - ‬9 min walk - ‪Shaka Taco - ‬5 min drive - ‪Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Surf City Line - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Crab Pot - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Permuda Island and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Inis Spa 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. Ask a question ## Prelude to Paradise – Relax & Unwind by the Sea Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina A. Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Getaway! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was as described with a beautiful view even from the 2nd row! Of note…the beach access is close, but it is large set of stairs in order to get to the beach. The other beach access is further away, but easier to tote large items, such as coolers and wagons since it has a walkway onto the beach. The washing machine is a little finicky, but worked well with practice! 😉. Would recommend new mattresses (pretty lumpy!). We had some issues with the steps when we first arrived, but it was taken care of quickly and efficiently by management. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! ##### Kristina A. 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