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Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage

Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage

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Hidden Treasure
Property grounds
Exterior
Under house
Under the house-- room for grilling or just hanging out.

Overview of Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Surf City, NC
  • Popular LocationSurf City Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSea Turtle Hospital6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurf City Pier7 min drive
  • AirportJacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage

Hidden treasure is an island style beach cottage situated amongst beautiful old oak trees. The house is located on a quite lane about a block long that has the ocean at one end and the sound at the other. Though we are on an interior lot, it is just steps (approximately 80 yards) to either the private beach access or to the small ramp that you have access to the sound from. The cottage itself was fully renovated in 2008-- the interior was gutted and the entire space was redone. It has an open floor plan for the living and kitchen area and all areas look out to the trees. A screened porch and a rear deck can both be accessed from the main living area. A deck lines one side of the house that leads from the screened porch to the covered front porch. Sitting on the screened porch is like being in a tree house-- branches arch gracefully all around you providing a pathway for squirrels and birds to bound from one to another. You can hear the ocean most days from this spot-- it is relaxation at its best. The cottage is about 900 square feet but feels larger because of the open floor plan and raised ceiling height in the living room. The floors are tile through out-- which is easy to clean. The two bedrooms provide sleeping for four-- one has a queen bed the other has a full size. Again it is hard to describe how wonderful it feels waking up to the sound of birds and the ocean and seeing the tree branches surrounding you. Totally relaxing!! Hidden Treasure is perfect for a family getaway, a couples retreat, or girls week away.

Property manager

Julie Johnson
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed on screened porch

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surf City

Located in Holly Ridge, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Surf City Beach and Southside Park, while Missiles and More Museum and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 2 min walk
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 6 min drive
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Surf City Pier - 7 min drive
  • Sloop Point Plantation - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Bar - 16 min drive
  • Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar - 7 min drive
  • JT'S Brick Oven Pizza - 15 min drive
  • The Peak Tap Room - 7 min drive
  • Maine Lobstah Shack - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Styled, Family-friendly, Pet Friendly, Peaceful Beach Cottage located?

This family-friendly Holly Ridge cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Missiles and More Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Vickie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surrounded by beautiful trees
Very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retirement travel
Excellent location, steps to a private beach, and quiet street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best location and very reasonable
This is a great place to stay, just off the beaten track and quiet yet yards from the beach. We had a couple of logistic issues but the owner took great care to resolve them immediately. What a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jes B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
We spent Thanksgiving at this adorable property. We loved the old oaks that surrounded the property. I even put up my hammock and enjoyed the fresh air. It was a quick walk to the beach. The owner was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation in ages!
Beautiful location. Quiet neighborhood and friendly locals. The live oak trees surrounding the house are wonderful and the squirrels are entertaining. Most relaxing vacation we have had in a very long time. We are already planning to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Johnson

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My husband and i own and operate a cabinetry business in Hampstead, NC. We have been in business since 1979. We have two wonderful sons-- both are working with us now. As a family we have always loved the beach and the outdoors in general. My husband taught the boys to fish as soon as they could get in a boat and so we were always at the beach or on the sound as they were growing up. My husband loves fishing and I love the beach so when we found the cottage and bought it-- it became our project together. As a family we have put in many hours working on remodeling and fixing up what was an old and tired place. Now it is a place where we enjoy spending time with friends and family. We have celebrated many milestones at the beach-- everything from a fabulous 70's themed b-day party to a 60th birthday gathering for my husband this past summer. All are wonderful memories. There just is no truer form of relaxation than time spent at the beach. We cherish our time here and always look forward to coming back.

Why they chose this property

We came across our home on the island by chance but immediately fell in love with the location. The old live oak trees, quaint street and closeness to both the ocean and the sound made this a one of a kind get away home. The house itself needed work so after purchasing it we remodeled the entire interior and continue to improve the exterior as we can. This cottage has the most peaceful and beautiful setting, it truly gives you that 'tree house' feel. We begin to relax the moment we step out of the car.

What makes this property unique

The house is situated right in the midst of a maritime forest. It is close to both the ocean and the sound. The beach is just 80 yards away down the lane. You do cross over the street to get to the beach access but it is a private access. The unique thing about the beach access is that there are no houses on the beach front right at our beach. This makes it less crowded and really quite private to our street. There is also a ramp to the sound at the other end of the street. This ramp is just right for a jet ski or a kayak. Our area is also perfect for walking or biking as there are sidewalks and bike lanes.
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