Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
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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.
Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families!
'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: 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. Linen package options include BRONZE (bed sheets only per bed listed), SILVER (bed sheets per bed listed, a bath towel set per occupancy, dish towel, and a bath mat per shower/tub), and GOLD (all items from the SILVER package plus one extra bath towel per occupancy).
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.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
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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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Surf City, this holiday home is on the beach. Seacoast Art Gallery and Missiles and More Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ohana Paddle Sports and Thomas Tackle and Seafood. Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Surf City travel guide
Is Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surf City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surf City Beach, Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa. Southside Park and Escape Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Discover Sea La Vie: an oceanfront 3-bedroom haven in Surf City, perfect for families! Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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.
My wife and I took our 18 and 12 year old daughters, along with two of our furry kids. The neighborhood is super calm and quiet. We have stayed beach front several times, and while this property lacks in updated decor, it more than makes it up based on the previous points made. Not to mention price point. My family really enjoyed this vacation. Would absolutely recommend if you want the ocean darn near your bottom step at high tide.
Erik A.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Duane W.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Sea La Vie
Property was great. The process of renting from Access Realty was Quite the experience. I’ve been using rental companies for 30+ years. With all the communications and required documents and documents and signing and signing and so on I felt like they were treating the rental as if I was buying it. Maybe they are new or maybe they have been burned in the past with other renters, but it was really bad. I can assure you if I see Access is handling another property that I am looking to rent, I will hesitate to rent that property. The rental home itself was very good. Very clean, and great location. Would love to say I would rent again, but not with Access Realty.
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.
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.
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.
Would definitely stay again. It’s location on the island is close to everything you need. Perfect views from your porch right on the beach. Only knock is if your planning on doing computer work the WiFi isn’t the best. Other than that it was a great stay.
Being able to walk out the front door to the beach, have morning coffee while watching the waves and always hearing the sound of the sea made this the perfect place for our family. The house was clean, well represented by the photos and a great size for our family of four.
We enjoyed our stay, weather was perfect. As always the location of the house on the beach is awesome. I will say, if you are a cook or intend to eat at the house, the kitchen is not the best. Pots and pans not ideal for those cooking.
We made this reservation last minute. The location couldn’t have been any better.
Such a cute and comfortable cottage.
I would suggest getting some more silverware and better glassware and dishes.
There were only exactly 7 spoons and with 7 guests we were daily having to wash dishes.