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4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, stereo, computer monitors
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
The Sand Castle offers a serene escape from the crowds. Watch sunrises from the dining area and unwind with sunsets on the deck, just steps away from a peaceful beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101824 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC

Welcome to The Sand Castle! Experience the stunning beauty of the ocean and intracoastal waterway from this amazing four-bedroom beach house. Watch breathtaking sunrises from the dining area and sunsets on the deck. The beach is conveniently located just a few steps away. Unwind in this peaceful and quiet area, away from the crowds of larger public beach accesses. This is the ideal vacation rental for families and friends who want to escape the daily grind and enjoy a relaxing getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,824 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Beach gear must be cleaned after use and put back in an orderly manner in which it was found.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Sea Haven Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Ashe Island - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Seaview Pier - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Surf City Pier - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Splash By The Sea - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bum's Grill and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Line - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Topsail Beach vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Sea Haven Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Surf City Beach. North Topsail Beach and Seaview Pier are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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4BR, 3BA, Ocean View, Beach Access, Beach Gear, Pet Friendly, near Surf City, NC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

March Madness

The property was just as described. Very comfortable and clean. The beds were very comfortable and made on arrival. Great ocean views from the upper deck. Nice amenities for the stay and dealing with owners was very pleasant and easy. Would definitely recommend the beach house again. Very happy with our stay in North Topsail.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great owners

Very easy to communicate to, a lot of amenities for the beach. Great house, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Buck H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ll be back!

Amazing beach vacation! The beach house was clean,had everything and more than we needed,and the owners were quickly available for any needs that came up.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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All AaoK
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best hosts ever!

Had a terrific time at The Sand Castle and John and Cherie were amazing hosts. Answered any and all questions and concerns and have a terrific home for a big family like ours. House was perfect and the location is amazing! Definitely look forward to our next stay at the Sand Castle!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonell R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Pergect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly clean beautiful home with great views and lots of extras

The Sand Castle is steps from the beach. The views are beautiful from anywhere in the home or on the decks. The home was very clean and communication with the hosts was great. We appreciated the extras provided like beach chairs, umbrellas, and bicycles. The laundry room was also a bonus. This was our first time to North Topsail. We loved that this home and the beach were dog friendly. Both were a great fit for our family. I would stay here again and will recommend it to our family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family beach time

This was our first visit to North Topsail Beach, so we didn't know what to expect. As soon as we found this house, we knew we wanted to stay there, and it was the best decision ever! The hosts were very responsive and super helpful with all our questions. The home was very clean, beautifully decorated, and perfectly situated near the beach entrance. It was ideal for three adult couples, one toddler, and two dogs! The hosts have thoughtfully provided everything needed including toys, books, and games. The kitchen was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in, and the open floor plan allowed the cook to participate in family time without missing anything. The beds were very comfortable, laundry room was quite handy, and bathrooms were clean and spacious. The outside shower was amazing! The two outdoor porches had a nice view of the ocean and were a great place to unwind in the evening.We loved the clean , uncrowded beach, the weather was gorgeous, we enjoyed several great dinners out, and really recommend the tour at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle rescue. This was by far one of the best vacations we've ever had, and we will definitely be back! Thank you so much, John and Cherie!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sand Castle 2023

The house was wonderful, clean and there were thoughtful touches like coffee and chocolates already available when we got there. Very nice selection of beach gear and the outdoor showers are super nice for after beach de-sanding. There was a little handbook with info on restaurants and some binoculars there as well. There is no outdoor grill--the grill available is a small indoor electric so large grilling is not really possible but kitchen is very nice and we all settled into cooking for 9 pretty well! Nice stock of pans, toaster, really everything you might need. Beach access is great--literally two houses down so you don't need to cross a major street to get there. You do need a car to get to stores for groceries... There was an add for the island donut place on the fridge--a must eat! Would definitely recommend-thanks for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Everything was great. My kids thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor shower! The hosts were very accommodating for special circumstances.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024