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Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11160.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Surf City, NC
  • Southside Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Surf City Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D

Mahara-A Coastal Retreat

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Paradise awaits at this beautiful, brand-new beach home in a great Surf City location! Enjoy being two short blocks away from the public beach access via the boardwalk and centrally located to shops, restaurants, and amazing local attractions. Some must-visit attractions you can find within a short drive include Surf City Ocean Pier, Topsail Touch Tank Aquarium, Soundside Park, Kenneth D. Batts Family Park, North Topsail Beach Town Park, North Shore Golf Course, and Hampstead Kiwanis Park.

When it comes to outdoor living, this beach gem boasts a grassy backyard that is perfect for outdoor entertainment! Host summertime barbecues using the provided gas grill or challenge your friends to entertaining cornhole games (there are two boards provided). The enclosed outdoor shower will be ideal for rinsing off the sand after a memorable day at the beach. If you wish to dine outdoors and enjoy the breeze, you will find a picnic table under the carport. Another great perk is the private dock available, so don't hesitate to bring your boat!

The ground level has a foyer with access to the elevator and space to store your beach items. The middle level boasts a spacious main suite with a walk-out to the sound-side deck and two additional bedrooms that have access to the front deck with a beach view. The upper level houses a spacious open floor plan that seamlessly combines all living spaces into one. Spread out comfortably in the great room, which has large windows to take in the superb views and access to the sound-side deck - this is the ultimate spot for admiring beautiful Topsail sunsets. When mealtime comes, prepare exquisite homemade meals in the fully equipped kitchen that you can later enjoy at the breakfast bar or dining table. The upper level also has a fourth bedroom with deck access to view the beach. Additional perks include smart TVs, a washer/dryer, an elevator, and central AC.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is an active camera facing towards the parking.

Dock details:




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 50 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surf City

Located in Holly Ridge, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Southside Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Surf City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • North Topsail Beach - 12 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly sound-front home with private dock, beach access, deck, grill, W/D located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Escape Spa and Seacoast Art Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Relaxing Stay

We spent a long weekend with our family and enjoyed the location and cleanliness of the property. Thank you for a relaxing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Marhara

We love this house. Great location and great views!
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Great house, great location, lovely view

Loved the beautiful view of the sound! House was clean and comfortable. Easy walk to the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah H B.

Perfect!

This property was super clean and comfortable. The view from the back decks were spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Overall a great location.

We chose this location specifically because it had a dock, an elevator and two of the bedrooms had walk in showers. The elevator and walk in showers perfectly accommodated or needs. The dock is well maintained and has solar lighting so it is easy to access in the evenings. Lots of crabs and bait fish even if only catching for fun (catch and release). Next time we’ll bring our kayaks. Parking was more than sufficient. Beach access was an easy walk. Overall the location was great and we would rent again. The check in and check out process was super easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Matt D B.

Elevator broke less than 24 hours into the stay.

Love the house and location, but the elevator went out less than 24 hours into our week, and Vacasa did not get it repaired. Not good considering we have a special needs child with mobility issues, and the house is 3 stories. Also being that grandparents who can’t do stairs were prevented from visiting the whole week made it less than a desirable outcome for our vacation, and went against the reason we booked this house for the second year.

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn W.

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

Great View/Location

House was very clean. Beautiful view and nice location! Key pad for entry did not work the entire visit, we had to call once we arrived and use a spare key.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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