[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits Vacation home in Surf City with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666605/1d915101.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666605/aad8c621.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666605/89dc5230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666605/e1c534a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666605/ad920c03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location From the front deck of By The Sea, indulge in captivating views of the Atlantic Ocean. This charming home offers ample parking, a cozy main living area with beachy decor, a well-equipped kitchen for delectable meals and three bedrooms including two with private full baths. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81698 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits Don't you yearn to be enchanted by the eternal beauty of the sea? Experience that blissful feeling every day at "By The Sea," where you'll be captivated by the awe-inspiring views of the Atlantic Ocean from the front deck of this charming home. Whether you gaze north or south, you'll be greeted by endless stretches of sand, glorious sunshine, and the mesmerizing waters of the ocean. As you first arrive, you'll discover ample parking for 2 to 3 cars in the carport driveway. Ascend the stairs and use the keyless entry system to step inside. The cozy main living area welcomes you, exuding the inviting warmth of beachy decor. Relax and unwind in this space, complete with a flat-screen TV and wireless internet. The living room is furnished with a sleeper sofa couch and four comfortable sitting chairs. Adjacent to the living area, you'll find the dining room, featuring seating for six. Continuing through the house, you'll reach the well-equipped kitchen, fully stocked with all the essential equipment and tools needed to prepare delectable beachside meals. The first bedroom is located on the first floor, offering a Queen bed and access to a deck where you can bask in the coastal ambiance. A full shared bathroom is conveniently situated next door as you make your way up the stairs. Upstairs, you'll find the remaining two bedrooms. The first bedroom indulges you with a Queen bed, a flat-screen TV, and access to a private full bath. The second bedroom features two twin beds and also grants access to a private full bath. For added convenience, a laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer is located in the hallway. With its unbeatable location and attractive price, this exceptional vacation home at "By The Sea" is truly a remarkable find. Come and embrace the coastal lifestyle today! ➤This property is pet-friendly! A non-refundable fee will apply per pet. Limit of 2 pets per reservation. (100lb limit) ➤No Smoking is allowed inside this 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 - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Cable/satellite channels - DVD player - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,698 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=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=93528218&PinnedHotelID=93528218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64190000/64187000/64186974/7bb7fe71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2nd Row, Ocean View, Close to Beach Access, Perfect Location, Pet Friendly Surf City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 76 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=64186974&PinnedHotelID=64186974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87814800/87814736/2cc03e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Second-row beach home with ocean views & outdoor shower - dog-friendly Surf City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=87814736&PinnedHotelID=87814736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295000/117294975/a27ad47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steps to the Beach | Pet Friendly Surf City - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=117294975&PinnedHotelID=117294975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55450000/55444600/55444507/647ea0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet Friendly, Direct Oceanfront with Amazing Oceanview's from 2 decks North Topsail Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=55444507&PinnedHotelID=55444507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115470000/115466800/115466724/fc254849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3-bedroom bungalow in Sneads Ferry with boat dock and gazebo access Sneads Ferry - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=115466724&PinnedHotelID=115466724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23710000/23708700/23708656/8f6c28ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Capri | Ocean to Sound Views + Walk to Beach! 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Surf City - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=62980010&PinnedHotelID=62980010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 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 ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly House Surf City Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly House Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly Surf City Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly By The Sea Ocean Pet Friendly By The Sea - Ocean View Cottage, Pet Friendly Holly Ridge By The Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly By The Sea Ocean View Cottage Pet Friendly By The Sea - Pet Friendly Home w/ Ocean Views! Holly Ridge 25 ## About the area Located in Surf City, this vacation home is near the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Surf City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Surf-City.dx6339267) [View more Vacation homes in Surf City](https://www.expedia.ca/Surf-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6339267-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%7C34.44487%2C-77.51304&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sojp2w19znl6meuCseZeoloX1EE=) 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 By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is By The Sea: Your Island Sanctuary Awaits 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. 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