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Relax in this charming 2-bedroom bungalow on a quiet side street, offering amazing views of the canal and sound from its screened-in porch. With central air/heat, wireless internet access, a microwave, washer/dryer and ceiling fans to keep you comfortable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home

  • Dog Friendly!
    $150/per dog - non-refundable pet fee - max dogs allowed is 2.

    Located on the highly sought over canal streets of Surf City, NC! Situated on deep water, this 2 bedroom 1 bath canal front bungalow is located on a quiet side street. Amazing canal and sound views from the screened in porch while you drink your cup of coffee or just relax. Bring your pups and enjoy an amazing time exploring Surf City, fishing on the canals and enjoying a get-away that you deserve!

    Amenities:
    • fully stocked kitchen
    • washer/dryer
    • ceiling fans
    • dock and boat ramp

    Beds Details:
    • Sleeps up to 6
    • 1 queen
    • 1 double
    • 1 twin
    • 1 twin rollaway bed

    Parking:
    • Up to 4 cars

    Pets:
    • $150/per dog - non-refundable pet fee - max dogs allowed is 2.

    Door Codes:
    • Personalized door codes will be sent the morning of check-in through text & email - please make sure you have updated/correct contact information upon booking.

    Early Check-in/Late Check-Out:
    • Please contact us at least 48 hours in advance during the busy season (Memorial Day - Labor Day) We can let you know if early check in or late check out will be available. If we can accommodate your request, we will be happy to! bonus: we do not charge extra!

    Bed & Bath Linens:
    - Bed and Bath linens are all provided (beach towels are not included)!
    • Upon arrival you will find clean bed & bath linens in a linen bag at the property.
    ** For an additional fee beds can be made, please contact our office to schedule this extra service at least a week before arrival.   

    Booking Details:
    • Arrival & Departure: Check-In: 3 PM | Check-Out: 10 AM
    • Door Codes: Door access codes will be sent the morning of check-in through email & text message

    Complimentary items below are provided as a convenience for when you first arrive. (Additional supplies will be the responsibility of the guest):
    • 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom
    • 1 trash bag per trash can
    • 1 roll of paper towels in the kitchen
    • A small "starter set" of dish soap, sponge, laundry pod and dishwasher tab.

    Area Guide:
    • There are tons of restaurants in Surf City such as Shaka Taco, JM's Seafood and Daddy Mac's on the beach just to name a few plus dining options in North and South Topsail, Hampstead, Holly Ridge and Snead's Ferry.
    • If you still have the energy for some nighttime entertainment there are local beach bars, breweries, a wine bar, sports bars and several have live music all year round.
    • One of our favorite things to do with friends/family that come to visit here is hire a chartered fishing trip and rent jet-skis or bicycles/electric bikes!

    Family Fun Close By:
    • Surf City Surf School has amazing surf instructors and your kids will love it! Make sure to check out the summer programs available for kids at Island Ecological Adventures & Touch Tank Aquarium! Take a stroll around Soundside Park, or choose from the other multiple parks in the area and outdoor recreation spots for kids and adults alike with local golf courses and mini golf!
    • Inside the home when you arrive, there is a full list of fun places to go, eat and play around Topsail Island and surrounding areas!• You can also check out our "Area Guide" on our website to find a full list of things to do, upcoming events and more!

    After Booking: We will send confirmation with your guest log-in and Vacation Rental Contract to the email address provided. Please check your spam/junk email and let us know right away if you did not receive an email to your regular inbox. This way we can ensure that you receive all important information regarding your vacation before your arrival, including door codes and final payment reminders!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are 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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

About the area

Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Surf City Beach and Holly Shelter Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Surf City travel guide
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier with a series of beams and a view of the water beyond.
    Surf City Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A wooden pier extending into a calm sea under a cloudy sky.
    Surf City Pier
    5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • A brick building with arched entrances and a sign reading "DePaolo Hall".
    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    49 min drive - 66.0 km
  • A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.
    Riverwalk
    53 min drive - 67.9 km
  • A beach with a wooden fence, tall grass, and waves crashing onto the shore.
    Wrightsville Beach
    54 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Fear Seafood Company
    7 min drive
  • Shaka Taco
    5 min drive
  • Coconut Cove
    5 min drive
  • Surf City Line
    16 min walk
  • Sear's Landing
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Surf City Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Permuda Island. Inis Spa and Escape Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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3073 3rd St | Dog Friendly | Water Front Home Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very good value for this excellent property. Modern interior, clean, good basic media center. Overall excellent, and would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Lovely little place

Loved the screened in porch. Spent most of the time out there when not raining
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morning Thunder Production

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

Perfect! Would highly recommend.

We got so lucky to get this place last minute. It had everything we needed. The property manager were very attentive and quick to respond. Such a great location with boat ramp access to the canal that made it easy for us to launch our 12' john boat for some early morning fishing before heading to the beach for the day. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Relaxing!

The house is exactly as pictured. Cozy, quiet and relaxing. I loved the screened in back deck. There are plenty of comfortable outdoor seating options. The kitchen is well equipped. Great shower. You will have to put the linens on the beds which I didn’t mind doing. Speaking of the beds, they are not very comfortable but passable for a short time away from home. I stayed for 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great stay by the water

The place is very nice and cozy, was perfect for four guests and two dogs. Access to swimming, fishing, boating, etc. right off the back porch. Back porch was the family favorite hangout spot for the trip. Enjoyed seeing the dolphins in the morning while enjoying our coffee. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy W.

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

Just what we needed

We used this home as a place to get away from the kids and grandkids who were staying on the beach. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew p.

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

Unwind

This place was amazing, perfect location. We loved that we had a boat ramp and dock. We were able to go swimming and fishing anytime we wanted. I hope to be able to rent it again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci B.

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

Best little cottage

The home was cozy and the cleanest home we have stayed in yet. It was nice to have sheets and towels provided. We were able to put in our kayaks and enjoy the pier. Kitchen was furnished with all the cooking equipment we needed. We hope that we are able to rent next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Great sound-side getwaway!

We rented this place for a few days for a quick beach getaway, and we had a great time. The house is small but had what we needed. There is no dishwasher, but we used paper plates, and it was not an issue. The dock and water in the backyard were where we spent most of our time, other than on the porch. The screen was ripped and needs repair in a few places. Definitely take water shoes if you plan to go in (or buy when you get there $10-$13 at East Coast Sports or Wings) the water by the dock as there are some shallow areas and there are shells. Other than that, take a raft or two and float your cares away! The beach is also a quick half mile walk away. We loved that we could take our dogs too! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Quaint Beach Cottage

Loved the little cottage by the canal. So relaxing to sit on the screened back porch and watch the Porpoise meander in the canal. A nice walk to the ocean. A very relaxing week. Hope to do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kyle P.

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

Surf City house

Very nice size for just the two of us, however it had room for several more. Great privacy on a dead-end road and close to the town. It is an older house and the appliances could use an updating but everything worked just fine. Big hint: make sure to flip the switch for the hot water tank when you arrive if it’s not already on. Cold shower…brrr.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn K.

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

Bungalow getaway

This small ‘fisherman’s bungalow was the perfect size for the 3 people that stayed. It’s obviously an older property, but they’ve made updates to much of it. Clean and tidy, but beachy & casual. We were able to catch crabs off the back dock, and even a few (tiny) fish, so that provided some entertainment during the evenings. 1/2 mile walk to the beach was no big deal, and it’s a beautiful beach. The neighbors are lovely and friendly and we had the most relaxing and fun week. Would definitely rent this location again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy w.

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

Was a very comfortable place, location was great, hope to rent next spring

Wonderful time, comfortable, everything we needed
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

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

Love the location

Enjoyed our stay. House was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

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

Surf City

Quiet neighborhood, nice area for fishing. Quick access to shops, restaurants, and the beach. Quick response to questions from realty company and owners.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice area

The home could use a little TLC. I’ve rented VRBO for many years in San Diego, Florida, Missouri and Colorado. I paid more for this rental than I have any other rental. It was not exactly what I expected but did have some nice qualities. The screened porch was our favorite and most used area. The doc was nice. I asked long time neighbor if it was safe to swim after I didn’t get response from VRBO. It is safe. My kids and grandkids loved that. Wished there were additional tv’s and dishwasher. I missed that part. I assumed most homes now days have them and a disposal on sink. I worked all week cleaning dishes for 6. My real issues here were the ants. (Food wasted because they got in pancake mix, cookies, snack foods)They were there before the hurricane hit but after they were everywhere. Including on me while I slept. They did send bug man. They were better by Thursday. Microwave wasn’t working. Home wasn’t level and the flooring was coming up. It wasn’t the best accommodations but it did serve the purpose. I was able to spend time w my Marine son and that’s what we came for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Our staycation

Renting this house, only 14 miles from our family’s home, turned into one of the best weeks of the year. The house was a perfect size for our family, it was clean, and I loved that the linens were clean and packaged and we put them on the beds. The house is short drive to the public beach access, on a quiet street, and the sunsets from the backyard were breathtaking. The listing said the house had a dock, which it did, and I called the property manager to confirm before renting that it could fit a boat. My husband drove our boat to the house on the waterway. Once he got there, the dock definitely didn’t fit a boat. Luckily the neighbor was incredibly kind and let us park at her dock. The AC unit was also not working. I called on Saturday evening, a couple hours after check in, to let someone know. Sunday they were closed, which is understandable, but no one called me back Monday either. We couldn’t get the house below 77 degrees. I called back on Tuesday and they replaced the unit on Wednesday. So, whoever rents this property next should have the perfect, cool stay :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020