North Topsail Beach, NC

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North Topsail Beach
North Topsail Beach
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Where to stay in North Topsail Beach

Gorgeous beach with lots of washed up sharks teeth to find!

Ocean City Beach

While visiting Ocean City Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach.

Ocean City Beach
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Village of Stump Sound

While there might not be top attractions in Village of Stump Sound, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moll Island and Permuda Island.

Village of Stump Sound
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Ocean Sound Village

If you're spending some time in Ocean Sound Village, North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Sound Village
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Cape Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cape Island and surrounding area, you can visit North Topsail Beach and North Shore Golf Course.

Cape Island
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Ocean Ridge

While Ocean Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sea Haven Beach and Permuda Island.

Ocean Ridge
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Scotch Bonnet Soundside

While there might not be top attractions in Scotch Bonnet Soundside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moll Island and Permuda Island.

Scotch Bonnet Soundside
RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan  HC Elevator PETS

RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan HC Elevator PETS

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
This rental is directly on the ocean and has wonderful views. There is a great deal of room plus the house is truly decorated as a beach house. We had a wonderful week especially since the house is conveniently located.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan HC Elevator PETS
Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!

Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bayshore Marina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
What an amazing place to stay on a gorgeous beach- even in December:). My older little dog appreciated the elevator so much!!! The balcony views x 3 were absolutely delightful! So much space to come together as a group or spread out for some quiet time:). Can’t wait to come back!

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!
Catch A View - Oceanfront Home

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Moll Island and Permuda ...
10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Great view amazing location. Owner was responsive and communicative.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan  HC Elevator PETS

RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan HC Elevator PETS

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
This rental is directly on the ocean and has wonderful views. There is a great deal of room plus the house is truly decorated as a beach house. We had a wonderful week especially since the house is conveniently located.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

RIGHT ON THE BEACH - special rates spring Larry's Lazy Susan HC Elevator PETS
Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!

Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bayshore Marina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
What an amazing place to stay on a gorgeous beach- even in December:). My older little dog appreciated the elevator so much!!! The balcony views x 3 were absolutely delightful! So much space to come together as a group or spread out for some quiet time:). Can’t wait to come back!

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Spacious Beach Stay w/ Pool, Spa, Views & Kings!
Catch A View - Oceanfront Home

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home

North Topsail Beach NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Moll Island and Permuda ...
10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Great view amazing location. Owner was responsive and communicative.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of North Topsail Beach

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Sonja

If you walk the beach on a summer evening you may get to see hatchling sea turtles.

Cities near North Topsail Beach

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