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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
On the beach, sun loungers
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'Stress Free By The Sea'

Property Address: 1001 Ocean Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC
Oceanfront Beach Home on Gorgeous Topsail Beach, Topsail Island, NC 28445


Desirable south end of Topsail Beach. Unspoiled, quiet, safe, and as family beach experiences were in bygone years with 26 Miles of Barrier Island white sand beach, yet with modern amenities and close access to the cities of Wilmington, Hampstead and Jacksonville. Restaurants and shopping are in walking distance near by and also in neighboring beach towns of Surf City and North Topsail.

This home is well maintained and with 180 degree view of ocean, all bedrooms are oceanfront as well as main living area. View of Jolly Roger pier, sound/Inter-coastal Water Way view from the front deck/windows. Covered and uncovered decks and parking for 4 vehicles. Lovely and casual beach decor throughout.

Lots and homes in the area are well spaced and non-cramped and beach are not overly crowded even on summer holiday weeks!

SO-- come and get AHHHHH...'STRESS FREE BY THE SEA'!!!

Keywords: House

Property manager

Mike Pittman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1650 sq ft (153 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Equipment rental nearby. Delivery available
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

stress Free Sea' Oceanfront Topsail Beach House
stress Free Sea' Oceanfront Topsail Beach
stress Free Sea' Oceanfront
'stress Free By The Sea' - Oceanfront, Topsail Beach Holly Ridge
'stress Free By The Sea' Oceanfront Topsail Beach
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'stress Free By The Sea' Oceanfront Topsail Beach
'Stress Free By The Sea' - Oceanfront, Topsail Beach Holly Ridge

About the neighborhood

Map
Topsail Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Surf City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sea Turtle Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Surf City Pier - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Figure Eight Island - 56 min drive - 51.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Oval & Ale - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Stress Free By The Sea' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Stress Free By The Sea' ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Stress Free By The Sea' ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Stress Free By The Sea' located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holly Ridge vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surf City Beach, Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach, and Missiles and More Museum. Southside Park and Thomas Tackle and Seafood are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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'Stress Free By The Sea' Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fishing Trip
We had an amazing stay for our annual family fishing trip. Great location and a great place that suited our needs. Thank you for allowing us to have the family get together to make memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Well stocked!
Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual extended family vacation
We had a lovely, relaxing stay. We enjoy ocean front setting with minimal tourist attractions. Location was ideal for us. We like to cook in with 1 or 2 nights out. It was exactly what I hoped it would be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional!
This was our second trip to Stress Free by the Sea, and it was every bit as enjoyable as the first. The oceanfront decks are amazing, and the inside flows well for our family of 7. We are already planning next year's stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

merle n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation!
My family and I had the best vacation while staying here at Mike and Kathy’s. Everything was truly perfect- The location, the amenities, and the wonderful owners, Mike and Kathy. We hope to be back sooner than later! I highly recommend a stay at Stress Free By the Sea!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2022 Stay
Very nice house with great oceanfront location within walking distance to the town of Topsail Beach. Worked well for our family with mom, dad, two children, and grandmother.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house at a great location
Stress Free by the Sea was exactly that! We had a relaxing week, and really enjoyed the location. Even on a busy day, the beach is not crowded. The house was exactly as advertised and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. Hosts are very responsive to questions also, which is appreciated. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Estelle S., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Comfortable home, well appointed, perfect location. We had great fun. (Wish there had of been a blow dryer available). Would definately rebook if we were to return to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really Nice
Really nice house with a layout that fit or family needs really well. The new deck and walkway was a good addition Except for the rainy days there was beautiful sunrises that could be viewed from the deck House was clean with comfortable beds and easy arrival instructions Owner was easy to access Great location for a family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Location is great and check in process was excellent. Mike was very responsive. It was great to have a bedroom upstairs and the others downstairs so my elderly mother didn't have to go up and down. Great to have balconies from all of the bedrooms. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ocean getaway!
One of the best beach vacations we've ever had. Traveled with friends of ours who have been vacationing with us for over 20 years. Our adult children joined us. Room enough for everyone to have privacy, amazing location, and an incredible beach. The house has everything you need. The beach never felt crowded. Great weather every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip to Topsail
The house and the location were wonderful. We loved the house decor, easy access to the town of Topsail and most of all the oceanfront access and view. The owner was great, communication was seamless. Mother Nature did deliver a tropical storm, which caused us to loose a beach day, but will make an interesting story to share as part of our 2023 experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
We thoroughly enjoyed the ‘Stress free by the sea’ property! Mike was responsive to all my questions prior to and during our stay. The thermostat went out on the main floor, but was fixed the next day (we understand things happen!) & it did not affect our stay one bit. I wish some linens (towels) were provided to avoid the overhaul/extra cost, but it was clear linens would not be provided from the description. Beautiful house, access to the beach and porches!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anthony K., Dobson, NC

Stress Free by the sea
Very nice clean house with everythink you will need for your vacation. A great place to stay if you are looking just to get away from it all. Went out on the beach every day and only seen a handful of people and somedays you could look as far North and South and noone could be seen. Thats my idea of a vacation and what keeps brining me back to Topsail Island. 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths downstairs and all have access to the deck which leads right to the beach. Master Bedroom is upstairs. The couch in the bedroom with the bunkbeds is broken and should be thrown away because it serves no purpose other than to take up space.

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Getaway
We loved our stay at Stress Free By The Sea. We’ve made it a tradition over the last few year to meet my parents (from Ohio) in Topsail to spend time together over the holiday. Although the weather wasn’t the best, being right on the beach was such a lovely treat. The deck space is absolutely gorgeous and was perfect for star-gazing at night and catching sunsets in the morning. We even saw a large pod of dolphins the morning that we left. The quaint town of Topsail is very walkable, complete with cute little shops and a few restaurants. We were able to walk to the corner to watch the Topsail Christmas Parade, which was way more fun than we expected! The house itself was perfect for our family. We loved that ALL of our rooms were oceanfront (the kids were especially psyched). The kitchen had plenty of space for us to cook an entire Thanksgiving meal, and the round dining table was amazing for all the games we played. Would definitely recommend Stress Free By The Sea & would love to return during warmer weather to enjoy it to its fullest!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5-Star. Under-Promised then Over-Deliver.
Our first trip to Topsail Island was enhanced by the accommodations of Stress Free by the Sea. Everything was as advertised and then some. The pictures don’t do the home justice. The main living area is more spacious than it appears. The lower level is perfect for young families. And the deck is amazing. Literally steps from the beach. You can tell a lot of thought and effort was put in when it was built. The convenience of the deck shower/hose was invaluable. The kitchen has everything you need. The washer/dryer ran like a dream. The washer pressure was excellent. The water heater stayed hot for everyone’s showers post-beach. The only thing I would had like to had would be a ceiling fan in the bunk room for the kids. The neighborhood was calm and quiet, perfect for our young family. Lifelong memories were made. We will definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach house
Our stay started off a bit rough as the downstairs HVAC went out the first day we were there (it was quite hot outside and in), but luckily it wasn’t major, and Mike was able to get it repaired quickly so it didn’t ruin our trip. During the ordeal he was responsive and reassured us he would get it taken care of. After that, the stay was incredible. All bedrooms have the beach so we all had great views and surf sounds in our rooms. The new deck is fantastic and we spent a majority out there. There is nothing like waking up early and sitting on the deck or easily stepping out onto the beach to watch the sunrise over the pier which is a short distance away. The beach is probably the best beach I’ve ever been to. The surf/beach is perfect for kids. The design of the house is ideal for families. Everyone has there own space but there is a ton of group space too. I really enjoyed the new benches around the kitchen table. Very easy to slide in and out for eating and games. The wifi and Roku boxes everywhere are great for other entertainment. If you want a relaxing stay that is totally focused on beach and family time, this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family beach time
Very good environment. Very comfortable space for the 8 of us. Few little glitches, but that is expected. 1. Pictures of kitchen eating area should be updated on the site to show what is there now. We were disappointed with the bench seating, when expecting table and ind. chairs. We would have prepared better for the little kids. 2. Dishwasher was not emptied when we arrived. 3. There was only a few sheets of paper towels and very little paper on toilet rolls. That was a big inconvenience as we had to get that right away. 4. We would advise posting in instructions recommending that the blinds stay closed during the morning when the sun is beating in to help keep the rooms cooler. That was very helpful for us to do, especially in the living room/kitchen area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best view of the sunrise over the ocean!
What a fabulous home & location. Walking distance to the pier (take $2 for pier admission) .3 mile to arcade, putt putt, pickleball courts, grocery store & gift shops. Must go to Lewis fish market .3 mile away. We rented fat tire bikes to ride the coast line & had a blast. You will be outfitted for the beach with beach chairs, umbrella, boogie boards. Take your own LINENS/Towels, or have them delivered through sweet dreams linen service, they are not provided! The kitchen is well stocked with equipment, no spices or coffee provided. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Family Trip
Mike and his family have a wonderful property. My family has been coming to Topsail for 35 years and this is by far our favorite property we stayed at - and we’ve stayed at roughly 20 different properties through the years. The deck is beautiful and easily navigated. The deck furniture is in great condition, comfortable and sturdy. The outside shower was perfection and so well thought out. The kitchen is well stocked and the ability to easily walk to downtown was amazing. I will definitely be staying here again. Everything was clean and comfortable and I loved the reverse floor plan. Mike was also very responsive. Thank you so much for an amazing time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place, Perfect Location, Perfect Time of Year
This is a fantastic place to gather with friends and family JUST after the Summer high season. There was PLENTY of room for seven of us to enjoy the living room, kitchen, dining room AND the multiple decks w/chairs and loungers. The surrounding area was super-quiet, with the occasional jogger and bike riders. I KNOW it's a vastly different scene sitting the Summer, as I've been there at that time. During THIS time if the year the beach was as not crowded at all, and having the direct access from the rental is SUCH a treat. The sunrise views from the deck were just exquisite. Again, the location is simply perfect, and so was the time spent with family and dear friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Linens and towels
The property was great. Well stocked kitchen. The house was just great. But when we arrived in the late evening there were no sheets on the beds or towels available. Thankfully after calling the owner he gave us a code to open a closet with those items. A roof over the deck was wonderful to keep the direct sun off and make it cooler.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House in Topsail Beach
We come to Topsail each summer and this is the best house we've rented yet. The proximity to the town makes walking for Cora's or Lewis tacos a breeze, and when we need to go back across the bridge for something else it isn't an inconvenience. The covered decks make for great early morning and evening relaxation to the sounds of the waves.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach stay
The location is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely superb!
Our experience with “Stress Free By The Sea” was just that! Could not ask for a better experience. We will most definitely be booking this property again in the near future. If you have any doubts try it once and see for yourself! No complaints here! Great job by “The Pittman’s” in all aspects!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022