Top 8 Beach House Rentals In North Topsail Beach, North Carolina - Updated 2024

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Located in Onslow County, North Carolina, North Topsail Beach is a small and beautiful beach town and forms part of Jacksonville. While so far, news of this lovely place has been kept under wraps, this budget-friendly beach town is likely to become more popular. The town is located on Topsail Island, between the barrier islands of the Crystal Coast and the Cape Fear beaches. Popular activities here include sunbathing, swimming, surfing, fishing, and shelling. Dolphin watching is another popular sport, as is bird-watching. Topsail Beach is also known as one of the most family-friendly beaches in the area. Make your stay here even more perfect by booking one of these top beach house rentals in North Topsail Beach, North Carolina.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

1. Oceanfront family- and pet-friendly abode, steps from the sand (from USD 250)

The beautifully renovated oceanfront townhouse is located on North Topsail beach and is perfect for families or groups of friends. The home has three decks and it’s steps from the beach. The open-plan kitchen and living area is on the second level and has a flat-screen TV and direct ocean views. The kitchen has everything necessary for daily cooking as well as a dining table. A game table offers the kids 60 classic arcade games. Two bedrooms on the first level feature a queen-size bed and bunk beds, each with mounted flat-screen TVs. The master bedroom is on the third level with a king-size bed, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and a spa bathroom with a jet tub. Pets are welcome at an additional fee. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

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82 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the furniture is comfortable and the oceanfront view was better in person than in the pictures
Cleanliness:
the house was clean and comfortable
spotlessly clean comfortable and right on the beach
the property was very clean and came with everything you need for a relaxing vacation
the home was clean and just as described in the listing
the house was fully equipped clean and location was perfect
Host:
the owner beth was super responsive
we loved this place and the owner was very accommodating when we need to adjust our plans
and the host is really great to top it all off
very good communication from owner
Location:
the location is fabulous
was perfect location for us
would definitely stay at this location again
my wife and i had a great stay at this location
great location place was nicely redone
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2. Beautiful oceanfront home with hot tub and community pool (from USD 364)

This lovely oceanfront home is in the Ocean Ridge community and offers a spacious deck with a hot tub overlooking the North Topsail beaches. The community pool is a five-minute walk away. The large family room has ocean views, a large flat-screen TV, and a gas fireplace. The well-equipped kitchen has all major appliances and a dining room with a view. The master bedroom features a king-size bed and a full private bathroom while the second bedroom has a queen-size bed and a half-bath. Two oceanfront bedrooms are located on the upper floor with king-size beds and there’s a second family room with a flat-screen TV and balcony as well.

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73 reviews   Wifi Available
House 14 Guests 5 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 14
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
even pods for the keurig the beds are comfortable and supportive and the provided linens are high quality
Cleanliness:
the house is clean and well stocked
spotless beautifully furnished & thoughtfully appointed with everything we might need for our stay
Host:
my husband and i were the contact people and we were extremely impressed with the owners
great property and the owner is wonderful to work with
jamie was immediately responsive to contact even though he was overseas
Location:
absolutely loved the property and the location
you can’t beat the location with direct beach access which was ideal with children
the kids loved how close the house was to the water
great property and location for our family of 13
we love how close to the beach it is and how comfortable it is for our family
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3. Spacious family retreat at the beach (from USD 300)

This upscale five-bedroom home is right at the beach, with stunning ocean views from the decks. The home is pet-friendly. The open-plan living area features a flat-screen smart TV with cable channels and a DVD player, while the kitchen has a seated bar area and dining table. The first-floor furnished deck is ideal for outdoor dining and has steps leading down to the beach. The master suite features a king-size bed, a smart TV, a deck, and a private full bathroom. A second bedroom has a queen-size bed with a deck and a smart TV. The third is at the back of the home and has a queen-size bed and bunk beds. This room also has a smart TV. For additional kids, the third level has four single beds and its own private deck as well as a smart TV. The house also is equipped with wireless internet.

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North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
129 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 11 Beds 16 Guests 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 16

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wonderful deck on 3 levels appeared newly redecorated and beds were comfy
the beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of pillows
Cleanliness:
also was very clean and well kept
amy was awesome and the place was very clean
the beach is in the backyard; it's clean secluded and the water is warm
Host:
this home was great host was very friendly
great host - very responsive
host are amazing and very responsive
amy has exceptional customer service and is always extremely responsive
and our hosts amy and bruce were quick to answer my questions and were very kind
Location:
location was ideal for us
beautiful house with great location
excellent location and a large house for many people
this house is great and what an amazing location
the location is perfect and couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place
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4. Huge house on the sand and waterway (from USD 1000)

This gorgeous home has two king-size suites facing the ocean with private balconies. The other five bedrooms overlook the intercoastal waterway and have balconies. The beach is at the front of the home, while the boat dock and lift, a pool with slide, a pool table, a hot tub, and a new game room overlook the intercoastal waterway. The living room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels and leads onto the dining area and gourmet kitchen. Free wireless internet is available throughout.

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North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
21 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 14 Beds 16 Guests 7 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 16

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the balcony views are awesome the beds very comfortable
our stay was so comfortable and easy
loved the pool hot tub pool table and game room
Cleanliness:
wonderful location plenty of room pool was dirty but pool man came quickly to clean it
Host:
the owner was extremely easy to work with
leslie was very helpful in answering any questions
Location:
the house was beautiful and a perfect location
the location was perfect with oceanview out the front door and the intercoastal out the back door
this house and location are fantastic it was the perfect setting for our wedding
perfect location with great beach and coastal waterway access
very short walk to beach and the private pool and hot tub were wonderful
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5. Lovely oceanfront sanctuary with amazing views (from USD 503)

This huge, duplex is ideal for large groups of family or friends and is right on the sand. The home has three decks with unobstructed views over the water. The spacious living room has a flat-screen TV, while guests have access to a gourmet kitchen for their cooking needs. The first and second bedrooms have king-size beds while the third has a queen-size bed and the fourth has two sets of bunk beds. There are three bathrooms. Guests have access to free Wi-Fi throughout the beach house.

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North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
35 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 11 Beds 16 Guests 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 16

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the views of the beach were amazing and the beds super comfortable
Cleanliness:
this place was beautiful and clean
it is beautifully appointed and was clean and well stocked with everything you might need
Host:
love this house and the owner
there were 12 of us and it was just perfect the owner was wonderful to work with
Location:
great location for a family beach vacation
we had a perfect stay and loved the location
an awesome place for the family
this beach was perfect for what we wanted it to be: quiet
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6. Private rental for a family just steps from the beach and pool (from USD 450)

Stay in a beautiful and luxurious beachfront home on Island Drive at Ocean Ridge Village Community. The home has a spacious living area with a flat-screen TV leading onto a well-equipped kitchen. The Bonus Room is a games room in the house with a pingpong table, flat-screen TV, basketball game, and toys as well as a refrigerator. There are eight bedrooms to choose from, with seven having their own bathrooms and soundproofing and a selection of king-size or queen-sized beds. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

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129 reviews   Wifi Available
House 24 Guests 8 Bedrooms 7 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 24
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
main living space and kitchen were awesome for large family meals
the house’s kitchen was well-stocked and a great size
Cleanliness:
it is always clean and beautifully decorated
Host:
owner was great to work with
we love the house and the care it received from the owner
wendy the owner was very gracious and prompt in replying to any queries
Location:
good location on the beach
great location excellent accommodations right on the ocean
so close to beach and loved the layout
beautiful location beautiful weather beautiful home can’t recommend it enough
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7. Amazing beach house with space for 31 guests

This huge home is ideal for large family groups or groups of friends and features a beachside pool and rooftop hot tub while being steps away from the sand. All 10 master bedrooms have their own en suite bathrooms. There are 14 flat-screen TVs in the home, including the living area and all bedrooms. The fully equipped kitchen and bar are located on the top floor. Downstairs is a game room with foosball, pool table, chess, poker, a fridge, and a flat-screen TV. An outdoor kitchen and grill are available. The home is mobility accessible and has an elevator.

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North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
8 reviews  
Entire house 19 Beds 10 Bedrooms 11 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were super responsive to any questions
you can tell the hosts have earned their "super host" status
stunning i felt like a movie star in this awesome house and aaron truly is a “super” host
5 stars ++++love this house and the hosts we already booked for next year
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8. Ocean getaway with amazing views

This oceanfront air-conditioned home is right on the sand at the end of Topsail Island, offering beautiful ocean views. The home is perfect for a big family or group of friends. Restaurants and shops are a 20-minute walk away. The living room has a flat-screen TV, while the kitchen comes equipped with all necessary appliances and utensils for daily cooking for the family. All three bedrooms feature queen-size beds, while there are two comfortable sofa beds in the living area.

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North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
88 reviews  
Entire house 5 Beds 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice to open patio doors and have a wonderful view from your bed
the views from almost every room and the decks are breathtaking
Cleanliness:
very clean and nicely furnished
the house was very clean and was right on the ocean
the house was very clean and bright
it was beyond clean
the place was clean and right on the ocean :) loved our stay
Host:
lovely hosts that were quick to reposed to questions
property manager was very responsive and accommodating
suzanne was the perfect host
sunday is a wonderful host
friendly people beautiful beach great price host quick to respond
Location:
beach is literally steps away awesome location
wonderful location beautiful home
this home’s location is amazing
beautiful location and lovely well equipped beach house
such a great place to stay for a beach trip
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Life is a beach on Topsail Island

While staying in comfort in one of the top beach house rentals in North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, the USA, you are never far from the sand, as well as the many restaurants, grocery stores, and shops of North Topsail Beach. Enjoy your stay with every possible comfort, fresh sea air, and absolute relaxation.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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