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A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a pendant light.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and pendant lighting.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with a clear blue sky.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and pendant lighting.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms5 bathrooms2239 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Inis Spa
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Escape Spa and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Inis Spa.

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Inis Spa - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Southside Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish Monger's Honest Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪City Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea!

Welcome to Star of the Sea!
• Private 5 bedroom / 4.5-bathroom townhome in Surf City
• Stunning Ocean Views & steps to the beach
• Beach cart, 4 beach chairs & umbrella provided
• Community Pool & Pet Friendly

The Space
• Located 1 minute walk from the beach and 1 mile from Surf City Pier
• Multiple sun-soaked decks to relax and enjoy the views
• Full kitchen including a coffee maker pots/pans, kitchen ware, and more
• Beach cart, 5 beach chairs, umbrella and corn hole set
• Ping Pong Table
• Outdoor Shower
• High-speed WiFi and smart TVs
• Full laundry facilities
• Bedroom 1: King bedroom with private ensuite bathroom
• Bedrooms 2 & 3: Twin-over-full bunk beds
• Bedroom 4: Queen bedrooms with private ensuite bathroom
• Bedroom 5: Queen Murphy bed with private ensuite bathroom & queen-size pull-out couch
• Reserved off-street parking for 2 vehicles.
• Bed linens & bath towels provided. Beach towels NOT provided.
• We also provide enough hand soap, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, & trash bags to get you started upon arrival. However, if you are staying longer than a couple nights, please plan to supplement with your own supplies based on your personal needs.
• The pool is open approximately May 1 - October 31st, weather permitting.

These guidelines are here to help you and your group settle in comfortably, enjoy every amenity, and leave the space just as wonderful as you found it for the next guests. Please take a moment to read through and share with your group.

🔏 Security Deposit: A $500 refundable security deposit is required for each reservation.

🚭 Smoke-Free Property This is a completely smoke-free home — indoors and out. If evidence of smoking is found, a $250 deodorization fee will apply.

🕓 Check-In & Check-Out Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Parking on the premises is available during your reservation window only. Unapproved late departures may result in a $250 fee, as our team works on a tight turnaround to prepare the home for arriving guests.

🤫 Quiet Hours Please observe quiet hours from 10p to 8a — the neighbors will love you for it.

🧹 Cleaning & Products Our professional cleaning team handles all deep cleaning between stays. During your visit, please avoid using bleach-based products to prevent accidental damage to linens and surfaces.

🕯️ Scents & Candles Out of respect for guests with sensitivities, please refrain from burning incense, diffusing essential oils, or using similar scented items inside the home.

🎉 Gatherings & Events This home is designed for rest, relaxation, and quality time — not parties or events. Please keep overnight guests to those listed on the reservation.

📜 Guests are required to provide a government-issued photo ID and complete a signed rental agreement prior to check-in, as required under North Carolina law (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42A-10). This is completed through our complimentary guest portal, which also offers optional keyless entry and check-in convenience features.

Pet Policy 🐾
We’re happy to welcome dogs with prior approval!
Please message us for pet approval before booking
• Pets must be added to the reservation during booking
• A non-refundable $150 pet fee applies per stay
• Maximum of 2 dogs; no other animals permitted
• Dogs must be fully housebroken
• Please clean up after your pet
• Dogs are not allowed on furniture or linens
• No cats permitted due to a family allergy

We kindly ask that you treat the home with care, as if it were your own. Our goal is to provide a beautiful, comfortable retreat where guests can truly relax and make lasting memories. This property is professionally managed by Host Help Property Management. Our team is available to assist with any questions or needs during your stay, with office hours from 8am–12am EST.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and snorkeling nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include table tennis, scuba diving nearby, and water skiing nearby.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: - NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 2,239 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest must sign rental agreement.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets are allowed. Reach out to us for more informa

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you wi

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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New! Ocean View, Pool, Steps to the Sea! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property and good location. Strong communication from the host. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. plenty of space. accommodating hosts. thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and the place was comfortable and cozy! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026