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Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with a clear blue sky. - Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.  (North Topsail Beach)
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. - Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.  (North Topsail Beach)
A modern living room with a white sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV on a black accent wall. - Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.  (North Topsail Beach)
A balcony with a wooden deck overlooking a body of water, a wooden pier, and a distant shoreline. - Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.  (North Topsail Beach)
A two-story building with a balcony, a sign reading "Steps to the Sound," and a white car parked in front. - Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.  (North Topsail Beach)
Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4.

  • Welcome to Steps To The Sound, an adorable and cozy soundside cottage in North Topsail Beach. This home was meticulously renovated and decorated by veteran vacation home owners/managers, who have been offering exceptional rentals to travelers since 2012. This home sleeps a maximum of four, and while it may be on the small side, it is full of character, amenities and was designed with guest needs in mind.

    We are in an ideal location in North Topsail, convenient to both Surf City and Sneads Ferry. The beach access is a short walk across Island Drive.

    The home is located directly on the sound, and offers a private dock to enjoy peace and quiet, and stunning sunsets over the sound. The main living area was transformed from a cramped space with too many walls to an open floor plan with a large dining island, and views of the sound from the kitchen and living area. There is a cushy & comfy sofa, two swivel chairs (for facing both the sofa and the TV) and a 65" Smart TV. The kitchen is fully stocked for your cooking needs, and we have a steamer pot ready for your vacation seafood boils. We offer a floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinet that's left empty for guest food storage. We keep the kitchen stocked with dish soap, dishwasher tabs, hand soap, kitchen towels, 2 rolls of paper towels and a full supply of trash bags.

    There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both bedrooms have premium Tempur-Cloud mattresses by Tempurpedic. The master bedroom has a king bed, and ensuite bathroom with custom tile shower, and sound views with a slider to the back deck. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and is adjacent to the hallway full bath with custom tiled bathtub/shower combo. Each bedroom has custom closets with shelving and dual hanging space. Although the cottage is compact, we have taken great care to maximize storage for your personal items. Each bedroom also features nightstands with drawers for your clothing or essentials. We supply all linens (sheets, towels, and beach towels).

    There is a laundry room in the cottage as well with a full-size stackable washer/dryer, an iron & ironing board, a vacuum and mop for any spills/sand, and a supply of basic cleaning supplies. We keep a supply of turkish towels you can take to the beach with you.

    Our under house storage contains beach chairs for your use, a Yeti backpack cooler, and a Shibumi Shade and a beach cart. We have an open air outdoor shower behind the house where you can rinse off the beach salt & sand, and the fence has hooks for your beach towels.

    We are dog friendly for one adult dog under 20 lbs, housebroken and crate trained only, please. We have a small fenced area in the side yard with dog turf for safe potty breaks. Dogs must be vaccinated for rabies, and be on prescription flea and tick medication. Proof is required after booking. Also, dogs must be crate trained, and housebroken, and crated anytime they are left alone in the home. No exceptions. If your dog is not accustomed to being crated, this may not be an enjoyable vacation for them. 😊

    Bring your kayaks or rent them locally. We are just two doors down from the North Topsail kayak launch at W Rodney Knowles Park.

    We have considered it an honor to host travelers at our vacation rentals since 2012. In addition to Steps To The Sound, we also offer an oceanfront home that sleeps 8 (4 BR/3 BA), called Steps To The Sea, which is just a few houses down. We also have two cabins in the Smoky Mountains (Next Step Heaven and A Step Above), and two rentals in Englewood FL (SW Gulf Coast) on Manasota Key (Next Step Paradise and Next Step Serenity).

    Guests acknowledge there are RING floodlight cameras at the driveway level for security purposes only. **THE CONTENT ABOVE IS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER/MANAGER. EVERYTHING BELOW THIS MESSAGE IS AUTOGENERATED BY VRBO AND MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY.**

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

No fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in North Topsail Beach. Use is prohibited on this property, on the beach/sound, or anywhere within city limits.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: One adult dog (under 20lb), must be crate trained.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 13 and over only, due to the dock.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 North Topsail Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. North Shore Golf Course and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ohana Paddle Sports and Mia's Marketplace. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Sneads Ferry travel guide
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North Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier with a series of beams and a view of the water beyond.
    Surf City Beach
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A beach at sunset with a curved shoreline and ocean waves.
    North Topsail Beach
    5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • A wooden pier extending into the ocean with waves lapping at its base.
    Seaview Pier
    7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sea Haven Beach
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    40 min drive - 57.9 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Red Pepper
    9 min drive
  • Fish Monger's Honest Seafood
    16 min drive
  • City Cafe
    18 min drive
  • Jersey Mike's Subs
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Soundside Cottage - Private Dock - Steps To The Beach! Sleeps 4. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach. North Topsail Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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