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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, and a television. There are large windows offering a view of the beach and the ocean.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, large windows, a central island, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
A kitchen with a large island, wooden beams, and a view of the city.
A bedroom with a bed, a rocking chair, a bookshelf, a dresser, and a balcony door.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1664 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Place, Surf City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf City Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Southside Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Surf City

When you stay at this vacation home in Surf City, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Ohana Paddle Sports. .This beach vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Surf City Pier and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Escape Spa.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Surf City Pier - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Southside Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Inis Spa - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf City Smash - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Seafood Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sear's Landing - ‬4 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.

Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand!

New in our program, this home as many great reviews from past guests!

Welcome to Turtle Point! 🐢☀

Your Surf City vacation starts with the ocean right in your backyard! This beautiful oceanfront retreat is made for long beach days, salty breezes, and plenty of time together, with expansive decks, incredible ocean views, and a private boardwalk leading straight to the sand.

Wake up to the sound of the waves, grab your morning coffee, and step outside to watch the sun rise over the ocean. When you're ready to hit the beach, simply follow the sprawling boardwalk through the beautifully landscaped yard and you'll have your toes in the sand in no time. Spend the day swimming, searching for shells, building sandcastles, or stretching out in the sunshine before wandering back home whenever you need a break.

The outdoor spaces at Turtle Point make it just as tempting to stay at the house. Find a shady spot on the covered oceanfront deck, stretch out upstairs in the Carolina sunshine, or simply settle in and enjoy the salty breeze and sound of the waves. After a sandy day by the water, the outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse off before heading back inside.

Bright, sun-filled spaces continue throughout the home. Upstairs, soaring ceilings and oversized windows bring the ocean views front and center, creating an open and inviting gathering space where everyone can reconnect after a day on the beach. Whether you're sharing a meal, playing games, or simply relaxing together, the Atlantic provides a pretty incredible backdrop.

The spacious kitchen sits at the heart of the main living area, making it easy to gather while breakfast, beach snacks, or dinner come together. Downstairs, an additional lounge area gives the group another place to spread out, while convenient access to the covered deck keeps the ocean breeze close by.

When you're ready for a little quiet time, the primary suite offers its own ocean views and direct access to the upper deck — perfect for slipping outside to catch an early sunrise or enjoying one last look at the water before calling it a night.

With direct oceanfront access, a private boardwalk to the beach, multiple decks, a beautifully landscaped yard, and sweeping ocean views, Turtle Point is the kind of Surf City getaway that makes it very easy to forget about everything except sun, sand, and your next trip down to the beach.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features surfing/body boarding nearby and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,664 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed

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 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

Property is also known as

1007532

Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape with a Private Boardwalk Straight to the Sand! Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice pet friendly, great view of beach

Loved all the windows and roomy kitchen
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home!

Great view!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great spot for a family

The house was clean, plenty of room and has everything you'd need. It's within walking distance to shops, restaurants and the pier. We had a very nice meal at Daddy Mac's and the folks who run the pier are very welcoming people.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Location!

The location of the beach house was fantastic and I also liked that it wasn't a duplex or triplex because it afforded some privacy. With newer beach homes, I always feel like everyone is right on top of each other. Very dog friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Location is beautiful and the house has lots of space. I will say however that it needs a deep cleaning. Flat surfaces are dusty. House is dirty.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amazing Views and Floorplan

The furninshings were older but comfortable and cozy. The beds were comfy, too. The views from all 3 decks were fantastic and you can see both sunrise and sunset each day. Highly recommended for ocean lovers traveling with pets.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location

Our family (and dogs!) loved the location of this home. The beach views were lovely and you could hear the waves from the master bedroom. Decor was nice. Kitchen inventory could use some bolstering (older pans, need more silverware and glassware). Had a wonderful stay
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Turtle Point

Access balcony spacious light airy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Loved the ocean views from the large windows and balconies. The only real negative was the entryway. Almost impossible to unlock the front door so we had to leave it locked and go in and out the back way. The blinds on the main bedroom door going into deck is in bad shape and needs to be replaced.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful family vacation

The house was perfect for our family. We vacation each year with our 3 adult children so they each had their own room. The downstairs living room was exactly the right size to give the kids their own space. The kitchen was plenty big for all of us at the same time. Location of the house was great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic House

This house had the best selection of books i have ever seen in a beach house. Kudos to the owners!!!! So hooked by one book i had to purchase it so i could finish it at home! The windows were amazing, such a view of sun rise and the sunset. Gorgeous!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break 2025

Only complaint master bedroom upstairs the outside lights of neighbors shines into the window even with the current curtains so might need to make some small adjustments. Other than that it’s a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Thanksgiving stay

Overall, great spot that is ideally located, with beautiful views, directly on the beach. Certainly needs many updates, but good value for the price. Next time we will read more closely re: steps. This house is a chocked full of steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Turtle point

Location is good Lots of windows with great views Good beach access House needs some updates- air conditioner leaked causing the ceiling to collapse Broken deck chairs Broken toaster
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great location, house needs a little love

Couldn't ask for a better spot in Surf City. We walked the beach and the street to stores, dinner, and ice cream. The beach was private and quiet. The porches provide great view of the ocean and sunsets. The home could use a good cleaning and a few updates. There are books everywhere, so storage is a bit tricky. In its prime, I'm sure it was a gem. We enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice spacious place.

Needs more kitchen utensils. There was only one baking pan to cook with . The master bedroom window on left side needs repaired . Light flickered every time dryer was turned on. Spacious kitchen ands master bath were great, Windows on ocean side were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just for us

It was so lovely the time of yr we went, as it was beginning season. But that view and the open space in the man room. The entire week, everyone just kept saying what a great house. There are soo many books to pick from I wish there were more for little kids. But this place is the perfect distance from food and shops. It’s not on the busy part of the beach. 100% will be booking again. Loved the kitchen and dinning space.. also Soo many Great restaurants and things to do with the family while there. It was fun to celebrate 2 birthday in this home. Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

No Vacasa managed property again

Ceiling fans disgusting, previous renter crumbs everywhere, Vacasa non responsive prior to arrival, not timely after arrival and not clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful house

Definitely an older home with less amenities than newer or renovated options. However, I loved the layout of this house and the good use of space. Tons of storage in the kitchen and bathrooms. Huge dining table and comfy living room furniture. New modern decking on the stairs and porches. Lots of stairs! No TVs in the bedrooms. Loved listening to the waves from every room in the house.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great views of the ocean.

Property is dated but comfortable. The washer and dryer worked. That's the best I can say about them. The property was cleaned, but not really clean. We both got splinters from the wood railing, More steps than shown in pics. Pic is of the ocean side, not street side. We enjoyed our stay just to get away and relax, but we would not rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Turtle Point Stay

This is an older house with a unique design. The furniture is comfortable however it is outdated. The deck and stairs have been updated with weather proof materials. The beds were comfortable and adequate for our family of nine. The kitchen was well stocked and there was plenty of room for our groceries. Having starter packs of soaps, paper towels and toilet paper is an added convenience. There is an outside faucet for rinsing off, however there is no enclosed outside shower. The house is conveniently located on the beach with a relaxing view of the ocean from the decks.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great location.

Great location. Upstairs hvac heat pump compressor was not operating therefore no cooling or heating capabilities. At least the electric auxiliary heating element worked. No toilet paper. No dish soap. No dish towels.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very unpleasant Stay

Spent 5 days and 5 nights without A/C not a pleasant experience with the hot weather we had. TV was almost impossible to operate could not find any local stations and house had more stairs than I remember seeing in the pictures of the house. So might stay was not pleasant at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Disappointing

The location is great and the home does have a beautiful deck with great views. We were disappointed in the cleanliness of the home and with Vacasa’s response time when concerns came up. A text response came via text at 2AM on one occasion. The home was not well supplied - there were not enough glasses or cups for a group of 9 (plenty of plates though!)
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Oceanfront, dog-friendly home!

If you're looking for an affordable, dog-friendly oceanfront home with great outdoor space, this is it! We are a party of two with our beloved fur-baby and we did not want to stay in a tiny single room or condo with partial view. Trying not to break the bank, it was challenging to find an oceanfront home in central Surf City/Topsail, that offered a large deck and an open family room/Kitchen. I read all the reviews, realize the house was dated and that I may need to spot clean to my liking, but the price was right, so I booked the Turtle Point home and am happy I did! Pro's: LOCATION & PRICE. Centrally located and the beach is in great shape at this location. Tucked off the main busy road, it was quiet and safer for walking the dog. This home has great bones including a large composite upper deck off the main family room. The bed was comfortable and the water pressure was great in the shower. Grateful that there was an outdoor hose/shower head, direct access to beach from the lower deck, washer/dryer and we loved the rocking chairs. Fantastic direct ocean views from the large windows/slider in the family room and Western views from the smaller deck on the front side of the home. Now the CONS... I am particular as far as how I clean, what I bring for comfort and knowing that this is a dog-friendly home that hosts many guests non-stop. This home is in demand year-round, so it's got to be challenging to give Management and the cleaning service time to do a deep clean in between guests, but it really needs a deep clean and a few updates. I recommend bringing an extra step out bath towel or two if that is important to you. I always pack extra hangers, house shoes/slippers, favorite wine glasses/ TERVIS/YETI, back up sheets/dish towels/extra soap/laundry supplies/Clorex wipes as I tend to clean more than the avg. guest, but that's me and I expect it & do it knowing it makes me feel better. ***PAY ATTENTION to the check-in rules regarding the "Anderson door" - how it unlocks and how you need to lift up the handle etc. Also note that you can easily get locked out unless you undo the auto-lock feature after the front door has been locked. Test the door handle before shutting the front door as you can easily lock yourself out. For the value, this house is great. Just know it's not going to be the Taj Mahal, but it was just what we needed for the price and we were happy we made Turtle Point our home away from home. Cheers and happy vacation home shopping!