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Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, video games, table football, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121335 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!

Surf Gypsy is one of the most unique and fun homes you will come across and is set up with every detail your heart can imagine. With ocean views and just steps to the beach access, this home is located on Topsail Island in Surf City, NC. Whether you are looking for the true beach vacation experience, or simply a retreat for the soul, you will find everything needed at your fingertips here at this home and at Topsail Island. This location cannot be beat right in the heart of the Surf City Pier Business District where the majority of restaurants and shopping are located on the island! Off the busy main road and walking/biking distance to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, sweet treats and clothing stores. You can literally reach the beach within one minute of walking out the front door via sidewalk to the beach access at the end of Dolphin St. The coastal boho style and decor has a peaceful and relaxing vibe as soon as you walk through the door. Recently updated from head to toe with a modern farmhouse design that is both warm and cozy with shiplap accents and comfy pillows, blankets and accessories throughout. You will love all of the spaces for everyone to spread out in and enjoy. In the modern kitchen is a large island with seating and a cozy banquet equipped with a high chair if needed. If you decide to cook you will find all of the essential cooking items at your fingertips, as well as sleek modern GE Cafe appliances to get the job done with ease. Off the kitchen is a living room with 55" Smart Roku TV, comfortable furniture, and views overlooking the deck and pool. The TV has a video game card and wireless game controllers and plays over 10,000 games from 9 retro systems such as Nintendo, Playstation and Sega Genesis. Downstairs are 2 bedrooms with one bedroom having a queen bed and one having a full bed with soft, comfortable sheets and linens provided for all beds. The downstairs bedrooms are separated by a Jack and Jill bathroom. This bathroom has a tile shower and bathtub. Upstairs through the spiral staircase is a luxurious and spacious master bedroom and bathroom. The master bedroom features a king size bed with views of the ocean from bed as the entire bedroom area. You'll also find a high vaulted ceiling and inviting loft area above perfect for lounging and gazing at the ocean or sleeping on the twin futon bed found there. To top it off there is a spacious sitting area in the master overlooking the ocean with a full size couch and chair and a 55" smart Roku TV. The master bath is elegant and modern with all of the amenities you will need provided a beautiful tile shower. There are 2 glass sliding doors off the master bedroom which have incredible views of the ocean and peaks of the beach that lead you to the 2nd level deck. This deck is where you will likely want to spend your mornings having coffee or tea and evenings watching the waves roll in while having a cold cocktail. Upstairs off the master is a bedroom with a crib bed for infants, play tent for kids, a full bed on a frame and an additional alcove bed with full mattress. In total there are 4 bedrooms and a loft above the master bedroom, for a total of 5 mattresses, 1 futon bed in the loft, and a crib. Outside there are so many fun spaces to spread out and enjoy on the various decks and in the yard. Enjoy meals under the bamboo canopy cover outside, play in the saltwater pool big enough for the whole gang, relax your muscles in the hot tub, swing in one of the hanging chairs, sunbathe on the deck by the pool in the lounge chairs, or nap in the cozy hammock. A pool heater has just been added to the pool to extend the pool season to virtually 12 months. The nights are fun and magical by the pool which is lit up by festive Edison string lights and fire pit table. There are so many little surprises, toys and activities to keep everyone having a good time no matter what the weather. Some of the amenities included are rafts, floats, surf board, boogie boards, skim board, umbrella, chairs, Neso beach tent, paddle boards, frisbee, lawn darts, cornhole boards, foosball table, play tent for kids, children's toys, board games, card games, books, and more! All bed linens, bath towels and a few beach towels are included. Washer and dryer is included and can be used by guests. There is also a clothes line for towels. This cottage has an air ionizer and UV light air purification system built into the heat and air system that keeps the air fresh and clean for our guest, as well as an air filter with Hepa and carbon filtration. Four beach cruiser bicycles are provided at no charge for guests to cruise to the local hotspots. Plenty of parking available for 4 cars in the driveway, with pay to park spaces located nearby if additional parking is needed for guests. This will be the vacation you will always remember and will not want to end! We hope you will want to come back to stay year after year. Let the memories begin at Surf Gypsy in Surf City, NC!

Property manager

Paul Buckman

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1335 sq ft (124.0 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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
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
Surf City, NC

What's nearby

  • Inis Spa - 11 min walk
  • Surf City Pier - 17 min walk
  • Southside Park - 2 min drive
  • Ohana Paddle Sports - 2 min drive
  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! located?

This family-friendly Holly Ridge holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi. Seacoast Art Gallery and Inis Spa are also within 15 minutes.

Surf Gypsy - Dog friendly, ocean views, heated pool, hot tub & steps from beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Philip and Ashtin’s wedding
This was our first time renting a home instead of staying in a hotel. Because of the wedding we all wanted to stay together. What a wonderful experience we had! The hosts have thought of everything at this vacation home. From ample towels to paper towels, poll toys and toys for our youngest, everything added up to a memorable long weekend. Our family will be doing this again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
The house was amazing. Location was perfect! Pool was a bonus. Paul was very responsive when we had any questions. Can’t wait to come back and hopefully bring the family down next time 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place with EVERYTHING You'd Need
Surf Gypsy has everything you think you need and more. The place is cozy and the beds are comfortable. We brought our own toilet paper and paper towels, but left them in car because the house was stocked. The kitchen is beautiful and the fridge is huge. The pool was a major part of our week long vacation. We were out there everyday. And watched football games and the presidential debate on the back porch. The beach is a 3 minute stroll from the house, and great for morning walks. Paul was very communicative and prompt on responding when I asked about the video games. I highly recommend this place to anyone that needs a relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at it's finest
We enjoyed our stay at this property immensely! The location is perfect.. walking distance to anything you could possibly need and close enough to the ocean to listen to the calming waves. Paul was very communicative and helped us with any issues we had. Highly recommend !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at Surf Gypsy
The owner was fabulous to work with! He was attentive and responded to our needs! The pool was a hit with our grandchild! Location to beach is literally a two minute walk! The house was fully furnished with all the little things and big things you need on vacation! A great place to vacation!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great week
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Paul was easy to get a hold of and worked well with us
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian C., Winnabow

Liked: Cleanliness
All the amenities you will ever want
Everything as on the website is exactly how it is. The linen towels, beach, chairs, bikes, heated pool, hot tub. Everything is extremely clean just a two minute walk to the beach. My nine year old grandson, enjoyed it immensely, bouncing back-and-forth from the beach to the pool. Great communication with the owner. Everything was just perfect for a memorable event with their grandmother.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time/Money well spent
Our family enjoyed our stay immensely!!!!A great place to spend time🌞✨️
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
One block from the ocean, this home is in the heart of everything that Topsail Beach has to offer. The house has 4 bikes for guests to use, which was very convenient! Beautifully decorated, there was more than enough room for our family of 4. The kids loved the pool and hot tub! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
So beautiful! Daughter even said she would move home from NYC if we purchased it ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts thought of everything!
This house really does have it all! We love surf city and staying ocean front but we didn’t feel like we missed anything staying here. With a short walk around the corner to the beach, and a 6 seater awesome golf cart to haul our crew and stuff we had everything we needed. We loved the proximity to the center of town, it was walkable, short bike ride, and a fun golf cart ride. The hosts really thought of everything and the house was exactly as described. I’ve never stayed in a rental with so many amenities and so well stocked. It really felt like home. The pool and hot tub were great and our small pup loved the fenced in backyard. The host was responsive and gave great suggestions on places to eat, and things to do. The house was clean and beautifully decorated, if you are considering booking, do it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Went out of the way
I had a death in the family we was looking for a place at the last minute.The owner worked with his to get us in unit at a reasonable time and had extended our stay .thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in this time in need
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ready to go back!
You had me when I walked through the door and had a tower of coffee pods! You had flavors I didn't know existed (and my family didn't think that was possible - LOL). The place had everything as advertised and them some. We have rented many times, but having foil, loads of paper towels, toilet paper for more than on day, more than one garbage bag, sunscreen even (I'll stop so I don't spoil ALL of the fun) - it was fantastic!! I hate having to shop for one of this and one of that and you made that unnecessary. Greatly appreciated and looking forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place conveniently located
We had a wonderful stay in this adorable farm style house with an amazing back yard! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house!
This house was a perfect getaway to celebrate our 16 year old's birthday with friends. Adults (and dog) stayed upstairs and watched football, while the kids had the run of the downstairs and yard (they especially loved the hot tub and boogie boards). They had so much fun, and it was an easy walk to the beach and shopping. We also were able to walk to dinner. The beds were comfortable (and so were the pillows), and everything provided was so thoughtful -- especially extra toothbrushes and toothpaste in all of the bathrooms. And some sunscreen! Such a great touch. We found everything we needed in the beautiful kitchen, and were grateful for coffee, cream and sugar in the morning. Paul was so kind and accommodating. A tropical storm shortened our stay, but Paul kindly allowed us to rinse off in the outdoor shower after our check out when we were able to extend our last day and take advantage of the nice weather after the storm passed. We definitely plan to come back and do a longer stay in this perfect beach house. Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Beautiful, stylish, boho perfection!!! We stayed 2 nights for a girls weekend and everyone was ooohing and ahhhing over the interior design of this place. We all agreed that the home was intentionally designed to be a lush, vacation rental. We loved the appliances, the gold details of the kitchen and the silverware, the coffee buffet, the pool, the hot tub, the outdoor electric fireplace and the master bed and bathroom. Perfect ocean view from the second story deck out. Super close walk to the beach and very convenient to restaurants and shopping. Perfect vacation home. Will stay again 🤗❤️.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
We stayed at this nice house for 5 nights! This is in a really good location to beach access as well as other activities in Surf City. We really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Check in and out was very easy. We have everything we needed for our weeks stay. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun
Wonderful, centrally located to everything. Relaxing, close to beach access. Pool was great when getting back from beach, playing games or just floating around.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and close
We really enjoyed staying at this little beach home. It was a reasonable walk to the beach, and has a great entertaining area in the back. Will be coming back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary e y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
We had an absolute wonderful time here. The home is so beautiful and clean. It was a perfect week at the beach. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever
Perfect spot for a family vacation! Steps to the beach, clean private pool and hot tub, recently renovated with all the amenities and finishing touches. Paul's communication/updates were friendly and well timed. You wont regret your stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful boho retreat!
We can’t say enough about our awesome week-long stay at Paul’s beach house. Paul could not have been a better host. He was incredibly accommodating, providing everything we could need and more. He checked in on us throughout our stay, and was very responsive, ensuring we had the best possible visit. The second we walked in, the house smelled great and was very clean. There were pamphlets and magazines waiting for us that included info about the island. It was so exciting to walk around the house and explore the beautiful decorations and bedrooms. We were pleasantly surprised by everything we came across in the home; it was stocked with anything and everything you could think of. The sheets and towels were so soft, the beds beautifully made and so comfortable. The house easily fit the 7 of us, along with our two pups. The pool and hot tub were an added bonus! There were fun pool toys and several rafts to choose from. At night, the backyard was lit up with string lights and the pool was spectacular. The house is right across the street from the beach, taking us literally 2 minutes to walk there. The beach wasn’t too crowded, and Paul provided all we needed (chairs, umbrellas, and towels). Thank you Paul, so much, for making our stay here at Topsail such a memorable one! We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Our group had a wonderful stay! The house was very close to the beach and had a wonderful pool that the kids loved! The swinging chairs were a huge hit among everyone- adults and kids alike. The top deck had a wonderful breeze in the evening and was so quaint with the Edison bulbs. The kids all loved the kid room upstairs, especially with the light-up tent, and all of the pool and other push toys in the garage. Everything was very clean and basically new so it felt like we were the first to stay there. We absolutely loved the clothesline.The only thing we didn't love was the spiral staircase with the kids, but they got used to it and despite going faster than we wanted, no one ever got hurt. The outside stairs were also available, so that really helped. Despite our issues with the staircase, we will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Perfect location! Pool to cool off! Beautiful home with all the amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Gem in Surf City - The Perfect Beach Getaway!
Our family has been vacationing in Surf City for years, and we've stayed at various rentals, but this beach house has truly captured our hearts. Paul was an incredible host and has put together a space that delivered everything we've been searching for in a vacation home - comfort, convenience, and an abundance of amenities. It's safe to say we've finally found our go-to place for future beach getaways. The location is simply unbeatable. Just a quick hop across a quiet road, and we found ourselves on the sandy shores of the beach. The proximity couldn't have been more perfect, allowing us to effortlessly enjoy the sun, surf, and sand whenever we pleased. The fenced backyard, complete with a pool and hot tub, was a massive hit for the whole family. We spent countless hours making cherished memories in this fantastic outdoor space. Inside, we were pleasantly surprised by how well-stocked the house was. The thoughtful details we discovered throughout our stay added an extra layer of surprise and delight. The boho decor created a relaxed and stylish atmosphere that perfectly complemented the beachy vibes of the area. The master suite provided a true retreat after long days of family fun, and the balcony offered breathtaking views that truly captured the essence of our beach escape. This place is truly a hidden gem in Surf City, and we can't wait to return to this perfect beach getaway again and again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023