Located close to Surf City Beach, Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Entire home
6 bedrooms3 bathrooms248 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.
Located just a short walk to the beach, this spacious home is the perfect choice for a memorable family adventure! Two oceanfront decks and one sound-side deck allow you all to admire and revel in the gorgeous views no matter where you are. The outdoor shower allows you to rinse off the sand after spending your day at the beach. Entertainment is assured with five cable TVs, two DVDs, one VCR, and free WiFi. Cool down in the community outdoor pool. The living room invites you to do nothing but relax and have a great time! Watch your favorite show on the large TV, read a good book, or entertain your group by cooking them their favorite meals in the well-appointed kitchen. The kitchen is complete with a full-size fridge, a built-in oven, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, a toaster oven, and a stovetop. The center island has bar seating, and there is a large dining table - perfect for sharing meals and highlights from the day.
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. The community pool will be open from May 1 until October 1.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed
Events
Events allowed
Events Allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Events Allowed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 neighborhood
Located in North Topsail Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Thurston Art Gallery and Seacoast Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Sneads Ferry travel guide
Does Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach. North Shore Golf Course and Seaview Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Spacious, dog-friendly home with ocean views, beach access, & pool Reviews
Reviews
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The location is great, there was almost no one on the beach we had it all to ourselves. Big beautiful sandy beach with great waves for boogie boarding. Nice to have an unpretentious, dog friendly house with its own beach access.
Eric H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Angela M.
Aug 4, 2024
Comfortable
Great location and relaxing. Comfortable beds. Easily housed our group of 17. Needs some updating.
Angela M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kayla S.
May 24, 2024
Great pet-friendly location
We had a nice stay. Deck to walk out to beach was nice. Decks are close to neighbors, so if it is a busy week, your space will be limited. This is our favorite neighborhood in Topsail to stay in. House was open and felt inviting and homey. Beds are out dated. There is no where for pets to potty by the house so you have to walk them down the drive way. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the house was nice.
Kayla S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tracy K.
Jul 10, 2023
Loved North Top Sail
Loved the house we stayed in and the direct access to the beach
Tracy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David B.
Sep 15, 2024
Nice place and location.
Liked being in Northern Top Sail. Less traffic this time of year.
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa K.
Nov 27, 2022
Whale Den Great Vibes
We stayed at the Whale Den to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family. The house has a great beach vibe, relaxing, clean and enough room that we could be together and yet sleep well in our own space.
Lisa K.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Sam and Lori L.
Dec 12, 2022
Our stay was the 2nd year in a row
Location and weather
Sam and Lori L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glenn F.
Jan 3, 2023
Whale Den Year End
This is the second year we have stayed in this house and we still love it. Nice house, great location.
Glenn F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Diane W.
Oct 10, 2022
Super fun family vacation
We loved the Direct beach access. The space was perfect for separating kid and adult activities. The outdoor shower was a huge hit with the little boys in our group.
We were pleased to find the kitchen was better supplied than the listing made it out to be.
Diane W.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Lauri M.
Jul 23, 2024
Disapointing
The house did have the advertised number of rooms but it needs a lot of work to make it hospitable. Not recommended.
Lauri M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Julie W.
Jun 9, 2025
3 years of little maintenance
We stayed at this house almost 3 years ago before it was managed by Vacasa. We really enjoyed that trip and the house was large enough for our big family so we booked again. The location is perfect, love the direct access to the beach and the community pool. The problems we had with this trip is there has been 3 years of wear and tear, but it appears no maintenance or updates. There was mold or mildew in some of the rooms, severely overgrown thorny vines that in some cases were a tripping hazard on the boardwalks/stairs to the house (we trimmed them so our little kids didn’t trip), the tvs in rooms either don’t work or don’t have remotes. Then the decking and boardwalks are a little concerning, weakened boards throughout and nails sticking up. The beds are fairly hard/uncomfortable and one bedroom had broken blinds. It’s a shame, this house is really great if a bit of time and maintenance was invested in it.
Julie W.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Shari C.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The Whale Den did not meet our expectations, by far. To start, the WiFi password information provided in our welcome email was not correct. Even when we called the property manager, we were still given the wrong information. We ‘happened’ upon the correct information later in the evening. There was mold and mildew throughout the entire home (this is a health hazard for those who are pregnant, have asthma, etc.). Most blinds throughout the home were broken and window screens ripped. Curtains, lamp shades, and flooring were dirty with stains. Most TVs in the home did not work and/or did not have access to cable as advertised. The kitchen was filthy along with a hand-written note on the disposal to say that it did not work. There were no drain plugs in the bathtubs. Some of the bedroom doors did not latch or were difficult to close. The mattresses were very uncomfortable. One of the queen beds actually had three bunkbed mattresses stacked and covered to act as a queen mattress! This was neither comfortable nor stable.Screws on the decking were rusted, sticking up with sharp edges. Additionally, the stairs (decking) entering the home had several significant cracks (hazard). And last, but certainly not least, we could not use the dryer due to ‘standing water’ inside the dryer!I would not recommend this rental.To end on a nice note, our family still enjoyed a nice week of good weather.