Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families!

Surf City, North Carolina
$601 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

'Sea La Vie' is a three bedroom, one and a half bathroom oceanfront beach cottage in Surf City that sleeps up to 7 guests.

Nestled in a quaint residential area in Surf City, this single family home is a cozy, rustic beach getaway with beautiful knotty pine ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Enjoy the ocean breeze under the shade of the covered deck or soak up the sunshine on the open deck. An outdoor shower is provided to rinse away the salt and sand from your day on the beach.

Don't forget your furry family while on vacation - dogs are welcome at Sea La Vie (with a pet fee)!

Bedroom 1: Twin/Double Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

LINENS:
STARTING IN FALL 2026:
For reservations booked after August 14th, 2026:
-- Upon arrival, our guests will find a full set of bed and bath linens individually wrapped and ready for bed-making. Bed-making services may be requested prior to arrival for an additional fee.
-- Kitchen pack and Bathroom pack, with a roll of paper towels and toilet paper included to ensure convenience upon arrival.

If Complimentary Linens are not applicable for your stay, you may bring your own linens, or we offer linens to rent for an additional fee. Please contact us to apply a linen rental to your reservation or upgrade your linen package for a fee, if applicable.

PET POLICY:
*Dogs Allowed with Pet Fee

Please review our Dog Policy before booking your vacation. The Non-Refundable Pet Deposit is per pet (2 dog maximum, price varies by home) and is NOT INCLUDED in rate. Please contact us to apply a pet fee on your reservation – DOES NOT AUTO APPLY.

Photos Updated February 2025

BOOKING DETAILS -
Age Requirements: You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. ID verification required prior to check in. House parties will be evicted immediately. Any group renting this property under false pretenses shall be immediately evicted with no refund.
Booking Requirements: 7-night minimum stays & Saturday Check-in/out only All Year
TV Disclosure: Smart TVs require guests to log in with their own accounts to access subscription apps. Access credentials are not provided.

CANCELLATIONS -
Any cancellation of a confirmed reservation must be made in writing by Guest. Reservation payments are not reimbursable unless the property can be re-rented for the same rate and time period less non refundable reservation fee, cancellation fee, and third-party fees. Please review our Rental Policies and Cancellation Policy.

CHECK IN DAY DETAILS -
Your rental home allows you to check-in directly at the property. Check-in typically becomes available BETWEEN 4:00 - 6:00 PM on the day of your scheduled arrival. As soon as your rental is ready for check in, we will send you a text message with all of your check-in instructions. Please understand that all homes must be cleaned and inspected before we are allowed to issue access details and you are not allowed to be at the property until you have received that text message.

PREPARING FOR YOUR VACATION -
All our vacation rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s) and more! Our vacation homes do not supply consumable items for guest use (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels, soap, spices, cleaning products, etc.). Please plan accordingly for any items you may need during your stay.

You are welcome to bring your own linens, or we provide a linens rental service for your convenience. Some homes provide complimentary linens for select dates and this detailed information can be found in the description.

TOPSAIL ISLAND GENERAL INFO-
WiFi: WiFi signal strength is NOT guaranteed at your rental for remote work or remote learning. We are located on a barrier island and do not have cellular towers on the island. This, coupled with the increase of guests in our area, creates an inconsistent cellular signal that is outside of our control and therefore, compensation is NOT given.

Beach Nourishment: Beach nourishment projects help preserve and protect Topsail Island's shoreline. Most projects are scheduled annually between November and April and may involve large pipes on the beach, trucks moving sand, and other equipment to rebuild and maintain our dunes. Timelines and locations can shift without notice, and we are not always informed in advance. While we understand this may impact your beach experience, refunds or compensation will not be provided for disruptions related to beach nourishment. For the latest updates, we recommend checking the town websites for Topsail Beach, Surf City, or North Topsail Beach. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about potential beach impacts during your stay.

Water Pressure Notice: Please be aware that during popular rental dates, especially in the mornings and evenings, there may be temporary reductions in water pressure. This is a common occurrence across the island as many visitors are getting ready for the day or returning from the beach. We recommend planning showers and other water-related activities accordingly to avoid inconvenience.

Public Parking: The Town of Surf City enforces “Pay to Park” from March 1-Oct 31 from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Surf City Public Beach Access Parking Lots and other marked Public Parking Lots. The Town of North Topsail Beach will enforce “Pay to Park” from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM year-round. Onslow County operates three public parking areas/beach accesses within the Town of North Topsail Beach. To the best of our knowledge the county intends to continue operating these lots free of charge.

Leave No Trace: Topsail Island enforces a Leave No Trace policy in order to protect our shoreline, meaning you must remove all items, including tents and chairs, from the beach each day. Any items left behind are subject to theft, removal by the town, or possibility of being washed away by the ocean.

Turtle Nesting Season: From May to October, Topsail Island is a nesting ground for sea turtles. Be mindful of marked nests, limit oceanside deck lights, and follow local guidelines to protect them.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jayme Y.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2026

    Stayed Jun 21, 2026

    Perfect location. Prompt response from the property managers. Overall a great stay!

  • Fernando S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2026

    Stayed Jun 14, 2026

    The location can't be beat. Its close to everything including topsail! The house was clean and had most of what we needed. However, the AC didn't work the first night. The management company did send someone the next day but what that didn't work they sent window units which helped. Additionally the house is much older than it seems on pictures, and there was no outdoor table which my family was really looking forward to. Overall a good stay but not sure we would stay here again.

  • Shannon L.

    Submitted Oct 25, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Yes it was a fantastic view

  • Ken P.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Sep 30, 2025

    Great stay

  • Cyndi B.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at this cottage very much, we’ve never stayed this far down on the island, and it was very convenient to whatever we needed. It is a home that is great for two people…. Or a small family. We had a couple small glitches but the maintenance company took care of them right away. Access Realty was a great company to work with.

  • Rachel W.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Exactly as described. Not a fancy house but RIGHT on the beach. Truly we loved watching dolphins from the porch every evening. A perfect spot for a family vacay.

  • Shelby M.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Super close to the beach and very convenient stay with a young toddler!

  • Keith B.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay at Sea La Vie. The weather could have been better but the proximity to the ocean was awesome and the neighborhood was family and dog friendly and very nice. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Kelly W.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    Very close to the water. Perfect getaway for my hubby and I. Will come back!

  • Liz G.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    5 star location with amenities a 1 out of 5. Outdoor dining chairs rusted and unusable, lots of exterior deferred maintenance, interior could use a deep clean and a refresh of the entire indoor furnishings.

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$601+
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