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" The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to a charming waterfront retreat at this Surf City, NC property. Unwind on the 30-foot deck with arbor, or catch your own crab off the bulkhead for a feast on the screen porch. With its unique architectural finds and pine paneling throughout, this cozy haven offers a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and bike access to Topsail Island.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

" The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway

The perfect family getaway.

A cozy waterfront property on the ICW @ Surf City, NC. Reminiscent of a Maine lake house. All amenities. Fully equipped Gourmet Kitchen. 30' deck with arbor. Fishing directly off the property bulkhead.

Lovingly renovated by owner with unique architectural finds. Pine paneling and pine floors throughout. Furniture from movie sets like The Notebook and Cold Mountain! Watch the exquisite sunrise over the water and equally exquisite moonrise. Catch your own crab off the bulkhead and enjoy a feast on the screen porch. Bike across the bridge to Topsail Island.

If you would like to break the payments down into 2 or 3 payments - just ask.

No Pets...No Smoking

Bed Linens and Kitchen Towels provided....Must bring own Beach Towels!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

" The Fish Camp" - Cozy Waterfront Getaway Holly Ridge
" The Fish Camp" - Cozy Waterfront Getaway Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Escape Spa and Inis Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly Shelter Game Land and Surf City Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Mia's Marketplace and Ohana Paddle Sports. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Surf City travel guide
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NC, Hampstead

What's nearby

  • Under the pier at night.
    Surf City Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • I may have uploaded a few from here. It's because I always love coming here right before sunrise and watching the waves come in. Today it was very calm. I was able to get a very dark mood with the rainclouds in the background.
    Surf City Pier
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mia's Marketplace
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Southside Park
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ohana Paddle Sports
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salty Turtle Beer Company
    18 min walk
  • Cowfin Bar And Grill
    2 min drive
  • Buddy's Crab House And Oyster Bar
    3 min drive
  • The Crab Pot
    3 min drive
  • Sear's Landing
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is " The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at " The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at " The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is " The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway located?

This family-friendly Surf City vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mia's Marketplace, Ohana Paddle Sports, and Surf City Beach. The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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" The Fish Camp" - cozy waterfront getaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual beach trip

Great place to stay for a small family. Location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay at beach on great property

Location was convenient to beach and restaurants. Great property backing up to water. Nice views and comfortable house with neat eclectic decor!!! Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet spot near the beach

Perfect place for us to stay. On a quiet street within walking distance of the bridge over to the island. If the fishing had been a little better it would have been a perfect vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect…close to the beach, stores, restaurants, and fun activities…yet also quiet and private. We loved having fishing equipment and the ability to fish from right in the backyard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back soon

My family loved it. Will be booking again soon for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luc G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun at the fish camp

2nd time staying at fish camp for our guys trip. We really enjoyed fishing the sound in the back yard & Surf City area. Clean lovely home with everything thats needed to enjoy vacation for small family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and quirky

Cute little quirky place! We had a great week. Owner was quick to respond with answers to questions. While the layout was a bit unusual, it worked. The new deck furniture was really appreciated. The kids loved being able to fish from the backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The place was absolutely gorgeous and spacious. And looked just as described. My family and I had a wonderful relaxing vacation here. We fished and crabbed and just relaxed by the water and enjoyed the beach during the day which was a very short drive. The best of both worlds! Great place to stay if you are not into beach front but love the water! Justin was very responsive and helpful in every way! I would definitely make a return trip and recommend this place to anyone! Thank you for the wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The house was as described. Lots of room and beautiful back yard. Some home decor is a bit eccentric but just made it interesting. The back building with the screen porch is very relaxing. The home is much larger than in the pictures. Justin, the homeowner is very easy to reach and very responsive. The location of the home is nice. Close to the the grocery stores and there is an ice cream shop a short walk away. We didn't do that well fishing or crabbing this week out back but that's fishing. Great sunrise on the back porch to see with your morning coffee. The beaches were nice. But fair warning to newcomers to the area. Parking lots over the bridge in town and at beach access areas are pay to park. And is strictly enforced. Go left at the end of the bridge towards North topsail beach and there are Onslow County free parking lots with easy access to the beach. Overall, Great stay and we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L., Boyne City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Unique Experience

First let me say the host, Justin was a very responsive nice person to communicate with. This property is truly unique. Every room is filled with antiques. My husband and I being in our late 60's could relate to the furnishings within the home. The home sits on a quiet street. We felt safe and secure in the neighborhood. It is about 2 miles from Topsail which is over a long bridge to the beach and ocean area. The home sits on an inlet area. We enjoyed the herons and egrets. The master bedroom was wonderful with quality oil paintings and probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. It was so comfy I didn't want to get out of it, lol. The kitchen had everything you'd need and room to prepare it. You could tell the place had a history. It started out as a mobile home and was added on to from both sides. With the many upgrades it was hard to tell. The outside porch/deck area had really nice furniture where I sat and played my guitar a couple of mornings. The firepit area down by the water was our favorite spot in the evenings. We'd watch the moon come up. It was truly lovely being so close to nature and the wildlife of the waterways. We loved the place and our stay, but to be fair in the review I need to mention two things. One was the neighbors yard light that was so bright you could hardly see the stars at night. The other were the windows. No screens, many didn't lock or close fully. I'm sure those upgrades will happen. I know windows are costly. :>)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

corydon j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hippy Hut

I was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay!

We were very pleased to find a king bed in the main bedroom so listing was better than expected!!!! Loved the view and the perfect weather too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVE IT

Would highly recommend this place for a beach getaway! We loved every bit of it and hope to come back soon again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!!!

Our stay was amazing!! The house was so inviting and great location!! We will be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shai K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fish Camp

We enjoyed the atmosphere ..Its corky but definitely unique..We felt like we were at our second home..Overall this is our second time, and we will be back..Oh and its on the water..We could hear the ocean from the back seating area..Give it a try..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

One of the nicest cottages I've rented. I loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Scott B.

Loved it

Only issue I had is it is a bit over grown, scratched my new truck pulling into the driveway. The house and the property is awesome, someone put a lot of thought into the place for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Carol H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin Retreat

You have an unique place. Very interesting collections and decor. I found the outside vegetation and plants a bit overgrown. I was surprised when we drove up. We found the inside clean and and very well laid out. . My son in law enjoyed kayaking and fishing in the water behind your place. My daughter and I enjoyed the beach and walking over the new bridge for a morning outing. Thanks for allowing us to rent for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gina D.

Puts the 'Fun' in Funky

This is a sweet place. Lots of personality, well equipped kitchen, sharp knives. Not the best location for walkers or beach access, since the highway doesn't lend itself well, and location is on mainland side of swing bridge. Since the weather went chilly and rainy, it was fine for curling up with a book. Good wifi, good selection of books & DVDs. Master bathroom ceiling leaks (oops!), and other cleaning, maintenance indicated...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S., Maryland

Enchanted Cottage

The official name is Cozy Waterfront Cabin, but my cousin and I thought it was the Enchanted Cottage. It is adorable and sparkly clean. The entire place is filled with eclectic treasures. We saw something new at each turn. It was like spending time in a museum with many interesting things from the past and collections. The furniture is comfy, functional, and the kitchen is well stocked with everything we needed. It is located on a beautiful river with places to sit and enjoy the view. Be careful of the uneven floors, but we navigated just fine for a quartet of seniors. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!!

The place was exactly as described. Very clean! There were a couple hiccups but after communicating (with quick response) with the owner they were quickly addressed!! Definitely recommend! Parts of the house however are not for the very tall! My husband (6’3”) had a hard time in the shower and kitchen but nothing that would keep us from ever booking a return visit! Really enjoyed being able to dish from our backyard!! Our family of four fit comfortably for the week with plenty of space to have some quiet time as well without feeling cramped on top of one another!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Laurie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome but…..

The location/view was amazing.. if the review was solely based on that I could give ten stars… But….. The property needs a lil love. The screens at both the front and rear doors were ripped/detached allowing insects( and the occasional lizard) to get in.. The furniture, while unique, wasn’t the most comfortable and the table on the deck was entirely unusable. The biggest issue was the bed in the master. Was it comfortable? It was, very. Was it almost impossible to get onto? It was. The bed is very very tall making it nearly impossible for anyone who may be short (or with any type of mobility issues for that matter) to easily get onto the bed without some kind of assistance. I feel that information should be part of your property description.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeff L., Rockwood, PA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fair

The property was as advertised. There are numerous minor maintenance issues such as door and sink fixtures were loose to falling off, holes in the screens or missing screens, broken windows, missing light fixtures, and loose boards on the back porch. A little TLC could resolve those issues. The biggest issue we had was a horrible smell of something dead as soon as we walked into the house, to find a dead, rotting crab beside the computer desk. There were also mice that ate anything left on the counters every night. The location is amazing as it is close to the beach but away from the crowds for quiet evenings. The yard and water access was nice. The beds are all very comfortable but the adjoining bedrooms were a little awkward. I would recommend this house if the issues were all corrected, but probably would not return myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stephanie R., Hiltons

Nice and Cozy!

We really enjoyed our stay at Le fish camp. Pros: Beautiful views from the swing in the back yard. There is A screened in building for my 2yo to get away from the bugs while we fished. There is also a stainless steel table to clean fish on which is nice. The toys in the first bedroom were an amazing touch, they kept my 2 year old occupied for hours between visits to the beach. And really this was a huge deal to me! The kitchen was well stocked with supplies and everything you needed to make a full meal. The WiFi was really decently fast. The house was very very very clean. No spots on the mattresses or mattress pads at all! Cons: The house needs a few updates design wise it's very old looking, but totally did effect our stay. There is only one new TV, and it is a smart TV, and has netflix, but I couldn't get it to connect to the wifi, and one of the shows we watch releasedays a new season while we were there, that we were hoping to watch-not a huge deal, but still would have been a plus. The outside of the house looks kind of eerie, it is very grown up with vines. Still doesn't effect the overall stay. We would definitely stay again, and again! Overall a great place and price point for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation getaway

We all loved our stay. The house was great and in a quiet location. Loved being able to walk out the back door and able to fish anytime I wanted. We sat around the fire pit at night and just relaxed and talked. That is something we just don’t take time for anymore. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022