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Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the sea. - Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach (Holly Ridge)
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Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach

  • “Mother Ocean” was named after the inspiration of the ocean and beaches at Topsail, and the life-long gifts that they pass on to those who travel here. The property is a portion of a family-owned tract that was acquired in 1907 by our great grandfather, which included approximately a mile of the beach extending south of the property. The oceanfront in the vicinity of the house and on adjacent properties is vacant, which affords beautiful unobstructed panoramic views from the front deck, and a private beach front with direct private access. The beach access is located directly across the road. Private access to the sound is also available for canoeing, kayaking or fishing...or just to sit at the picnic table and enjoy the sunset! The house includes three bedrooms and two full baths with an ocean side deck with swing for taking in the view, and a back screened porch with a fan and swing for a quiet secluded break in the action. The house sleeps nine comfortably in the bedrooms, and eleven including the day bed in the living area. Escape from your everyday grind, and come enjoy the paradise of Topsail Island at this truly unique home!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Surf City, this vacation home is on the beach. 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. Ohana Paddle Sports and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Surf City travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A wooden pier with a series of beams and a view of the water beyond.
    Surf City Beach
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A wooden pier extending into a calm sea under a cloudy sky.
    Surf City Pier
    8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • A brick building with arched entrances and a sign reading "DePaolo Hall".
    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    51 min drive - 67.6 km
  • A crowded beach with people sunbathing, walking, and playing in the water.
    Wrightsville Beach
    57 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    52 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Fear Seafood Company
    8 min drive
  • Shaka Taco
    7 min drive
  • White Crab Coffee And Books
    6 min drive
  • Sear's Landing
    8 min drive
  • The Crab Pot
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach 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 Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf City vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Surf City Beach, Ohana Paddle Sports, and Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach. Southside Park and Missiles and More Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Mother Ocean, Paradise, Oceanfront Panoramic Ocean Views, Private Beach 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. 113 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away!

We really enjoyed our stay at Mother Ocean. The location is great and the view is so beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay!

Wonderful place and the beach was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Host

We had a wonderful stay here. The location was amazing and the host went above and beyond to ship us some items my family member left behind. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Older home that is clean and comfortable with a fantastic location and reasonable price. Love the updated boardwalk this year. We'll definitely stay here again! Thank you for another wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

Great place to stay. Nice ocean view from most anywhere in the house. The screened back porch was the best for morning coffee and chats. Just a couple of steps to the beach and a little nature walk to the sound. Will definitely try to bring my family to this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our 3rd visit to Mother Ocean

Our family loves to stay at Mother Ocean. There is plenty of space for everyone to be together and have their own space. We also love being so close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner of the property was very helpful and timely in responses. Great ocean views and a very good deal for being so close to the ocean. Cool seeing all the family history of this home too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away

Very comfy place to stay and view was amazing. I do recommend the ceiling, from a leak get repaired.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our review

Had a great time at the beach .my wife and grandauters first time.lovedvthe house and proximity to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

This place had all necessary amenities and was a comfortable getaway. Only inconvenience is the road crossing to access the beach and the speeding cars. Other than that, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite Beach House

We have stayed in this house twice and have had wonderful stays here both times. Communication is great. The house is lovely. The location is perfect. A++++
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A nice 3 day getaway at the Beach

Older property but clean and lots of space. Our pets came and we all enjoyed coming back to the Surf City area after 35+ yrs of not spending time at the coast. We traveled many places in those years. This property is great for a family to gather and relax. The kitchen is good for making food for meals and has all the major appliances. Will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We keep coming back

This was our third time in the same house. Sound side access, nearly ocean front with a simple stairway, a stocked kitchen and coffee maker leaves us satisfied every visit. 3 generations of a small family fill this house with laughter and happy memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second Time at Mother Ocean!

This was our second stay at Mother Ocean and it was just as wonderful this time as it was three years ago!! Steve is a fantastic host and is very responsive and helpful. The private beach access across the street is so convenient and the beach is beautiful and uncrowded. The whole family had a wonderful time looking for shark teeth (we found hundreds in the shell beds directly in front of the house) and just relaxing and enjoying the spectacular view. We will certainly be back a third time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great older home. With a few cleanliness issues

This is my 3rd time staying at Mother Ocean. It is an older beach home. It has a fabulous view and a new walkway over the beach. They have made some improvements inside. Owner was quick to respond. My issue was cleanliness. I found multiple dirty dishes cups, plates and bowls in the cupboards. Also there were items left in the bedroom drawer that should have been removed. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Surf City Beach

Great location and loved the private beach. The owner was great with communication and response to issues. The house porches and view were awesome. The house was dated and the appliances were old. There were issues with the AC that did get resolved. The dishwasher is old and the top rack can't be raised to include large plates on bottom. Tried and it fell. Cleanliness was fair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Mini Vacation

The home was comfortable and big enough to fit my family of 8 (2 adults, 6 children). The private beach entrance was great. It rained the entire trip, so we enjoyed the house quite a bit. The swings on the porches were a huge hit with the kids and the board games were fun as well. The only issue we had with the home was that the outlets weren't covered in the home (childproofing) and we had a toddler with us that loves to explore. We could close the doors to all of the rooms to prevent her from entering, but the kitchen was open and the outlet on the end of the breakfast bar was her go-to for my anxiety lol. Other than that everything was perfect. We will definitely be back. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Love the location and super clean..just a couple complaints.

Location of property was awesome! Getting into property was easy. Just was missing some things. Had no extra toilet paper..only one roll in each. No dish tabs for dishwasher. No cooking oil. And as far as provided beach items..they only had towels. Had a great stay regardless, just had to purchase things that usual vacation homes have. And on our last day the entry lock stopped working. Had to go in through the back door. Reached out to property owner before stay, but no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House, wonderful owner

The house was great, but what I really want to express is how the owner is a wonderful man. I rented the house twice for two different times, once in April and again in May. Unfortunately my Dad was admitted to the hospital a couple of nights before we was supposed to go in April than went into hospice and passed away a week before we was supposed to go in May.. the owner refunded my money for the trip in April that we didn’t get to take. We did make it down for the trip in May and it made my grieving process so much better because I had family around me, I wasn’t going to go but I realized it’s important to spend time with the ones you have left. The house was very clean and the kitchen well stocked. Can not say enough about how this stay helped me and how wonderful the owner is. Will definitely go back and would 100% recommend this place to family and friends.. Thanks again for making a hard time in my life bearable and sharing such a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location and relaxing trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place , would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view of the ocean from the front deck, comfortable furniture, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay all the way around from the amazing house to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome Family Time

The house was great, location was awesome. Enjoyed a great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025