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Mother Ocean, Paradise, Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Holly Ridge, NC
  • Surf City Beach
    7 min walk
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    6 min drive
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
    6 min drive
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    48 min drive

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$339 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2
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About the neighborhood

Surf City

When you stay at this vacation home in Holly Ridge, you'll be on the beach and 7 minutes by foot from Surf City Beach. .This beach vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Thomas Tackle and Seafood and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ohana Paddle Sports.
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What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 7 min walk
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 6 min drive
  • Surf City Pier - 6 min drive
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Sloop Point Plantation - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salty Turtle Beer Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Taco - ‬7 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.

Mother Ocean, Paradise, Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach

“Mother Ocean” was named after the inspiration of the ocean and beaches at Topsail, and the life-long gifts that they pass on to those who travel here. The property is a portion of a family-owned tract that was acquired in 1907 by our great grandfather, which included approximately a mile of the beach extending south of the property. The oceanfront in the vicinity of the house and on adjacent properties is vacant, which affords beautiful unobstructed panoramic views, and a private beach front with direct private access. A deck is located atop the dune on the ocean side for relaxing, and beachfront viewing. Private access to the sound is also available for canoeing, kayaking or fishing...or just to sit at the picnic table and enjoy the sunset! The house includes three bedrooms and two full baths with an ocean side deck with swing for taking in the view, and a back screened porch with a fan and swing for a quiet secluded break in the action. The house sleeps nine comfortably in the bedrooms, and eleven including the day bed in the living area. Escape from your everyday grind, and come enjoy the paradise of Topsail Island at this truly unique home!!

Additional photos available upon request!

Keywords: House
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, books, and snorkeling nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games, surfing/body boarding nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Steve Clark

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

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

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

Mother Ocean Paradise Panoramic Ocean Views Private Beach

Mother Ocean, Paradise, Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away!
We really enjoyed our stay at Mother Ocean. The location is great and the view is so beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
Wonderful place and the beach was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josuex M.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of the summer
This is my third time staying here and I hope to continue to come back every year. We absolutely love the place! We had a great time even with a tropical storm!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Older home that is clean and comfortable with a fantastic location and reasonable price. Love the updated boardwalk this year. We'll definitely stay here again! Thank you for another wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Time at Mother Ocean!
This was our second stay at Mother Ocean and it was just as wonderful this time as it was three years ago!! Steve is a fantastic host and is very responsive and helpful. The private beach access across the street is so convenient and the beach is beautiful and uncrowded. The whole family had a wonderful time looking for shark teeth (we found hundreds in the shell beds directly in front of the house) and just relaxing and enjoying the spectacular view. We will certainly be back a third time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Host
We had a wonderful stay here. The location was amazing and the host went above and beyond to ship us some items my family member left behind. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures dont lie.
There were some things about the property that are a bit dated but its easily overshadowed by the views, the location and the beach. It was just what the doctor ordered to just forget about things and focus on what matters most. If the opportunity ever presented itself to return here, I would do it without hesitation. You can not go wrong if you chose this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
This place had all necessary amenities and was a comfortable getaway. Only inconvenience is the road crossing to access the beach and the speeding cars. Other than that, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite Beach House
We have stayed in this house twice and have had wonderful stays here both times. Communication is great. The house is lovely. The location is perfect. A++++
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great older home. With a few cleanliness issues
This is my 3rd time staying at Mother Ocean. It is an older beach home. It has a fabulous view and a new walkway over the beach. They have made some improvements inside. Owner was quick to respond. My issue was cleanliness. I found multiple dirty dishes cups, plates and bowls in the cupboards. Also there were items left in the bedroom drawer that should have been removed. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Topsail
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Mini Vacation
The home was comfortable and big enough to fit my family of 8 (2 adults, 6 children). The private beach entrance was great. It rained the entire trip, so we enjoyed the house quite a bit. The swings on the porches were a huge hit with the kids and the board games were fun as well. The only issue we had with the home was that the outlets weren't covered in the home (childproofing) and we had a toddler with us that loves to explore. We could close the doors to all of the rooms to prevent her from entering, but the kitchen was open and the outlet on the end of the breakfast bar was her go-to for my anxiety lol. Other than that everything was perfect. We will definitely be back. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great
Great getaway cold but it was December , nice place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Very comfy place to stay and view was amazing. I do recommend the ceiling, from a leak get repaired.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Our 3rd visit to Mother Ocean
Our family loves to stay at Mother Ocean. There is plenty of space for everyone to be together and have their own space. We also love being so close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice 3 day getaway at the Beach
Older property but clean and lots of space. Our pets came and we all enjoyed coming back to the Surf City area after 35+ yrs of not spending time at the coast. We traveled many places in those years. This property is great for a family to gather and relax. The kitchen is good for making food for meals and has all the major appliances. Will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We keep coming back
This was our third time in the same house. Sound side access, nearly ocean front with a simple stairway, a stocked kitchen and coffee maker leaves us satisfied every visit. 3 generations of a small family fill this house with laughter and happy memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

george b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
One of my best vacation ever
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House, wonderful owner
The house was great, but what I really want to express is how the owner is a wonderful man. I rented the house twice for two different times, once in April and again in May. Unfortunately my Dad was admitted to the hospital a couple of nights before we was supposed to go in April than went into hospice and passed away a week before we was supposed to go in May.. the owner refunded my money for the trip in April that we didn’t get to take. We did make it down for the trip in May and it made my grieving process so much better because I had family around me, I wasn’t going to go but I realized it’s important to spend time with the ones you have left. The house was very clean and the kitchen well stocked. Can not say enough about how this stay helped me and how wonderful the owner is. Will definitely go back and would 100% recommend this place to family and friends.. Thanks again for making a hard time in my life bearable and sharing such a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

Our review
Had a great time at the beach .my wife and grandauters first time.lovedvthe house and proximity to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathleen T.

Surf City Beach
Great location and loved the private beach. The owner was great with communication and response to issues. The house porches and view were awesome. The house was dated and the appliances were old. There were issues with the AC that did get resolved. The dishwasher is old and the top rack can't be raised to include large plates on bottom. Tried and it fell. Cleanliness was fair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill old-school beach house
This place is a bit of a time capsule, kinda like staying at your great uncle's place. Not fancy, but comfortable, even though the furniture is thrift store vintage. The property runs the full width of the island, but the house has neither ocean-front nor sound-front location. Easy walk across the street and across the dunes to the beach, although the stairs belonging to the house have been covered over by the dunes. Public access point a few houses down the street is much easier. The house is nestled in the dunes and island trees, which effectively block the next-door neighbors from view. Kitchen was reasonably well furnished for cooking with lots of coffee makers! Only complaints: 1) not enough matched dishes for the house at full occupancy, so you may need to pick up disposables. There were only 4 of us, so we were fine. 2) the bath towels provided were embarassing - none matched and they were not in great condition. Bring your own if you are picky. We had some problems with the key code for the door, but a quick call to the owner sorted it out. I was able to tote my SUP down the footpath to the sound to launch, but I wouldn't want to try to drag a kayak down the path.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laid Back & Relaxing
Mother Ocean is the best kind of beach house. Laid back, comfortable, and welcoming. Feels like home from the moment you step into the house. I love having all the rooms on one floor, but my favorite “rooms” were the porches. Another favorite feature that we enjoyed tremendously was having access to the sound. We were able to kayak every day of our stay. It was the perfect place for our family last week and we are already planning our trip back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
An old soul type of stay
This was our second stay at Mother Ocean. We love the layout of the house as well as the vibe. We feel safe and are able to relax and enjoy life while there.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023