Topsail is a 26-mile-long island of soft sandy shores and cool salty water on the North Carolina coast. Local legend has it the name was born when pirates hid their ships behind the inlet, so only their topsails could be seen.
There are three main beach areas: North Topsail Beach, Topsail Beach, and Surf City. All are beautiful North Carolina beaches! Topsail Beach is the smallest and at the southernmost end of the small island. The community prides itself on a dedication to conservation and a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. There are plenty of things to do on Topsail Beach, and in between, you’ll want to stay at one of the best Topsail Beach rentals!
Not overly developed, Topsail Beach has maintained much of its beach town charm, perfect for a quiet and quaint escape from the everyday. It’s known for its beautiful beaches and sea turtle sanctuary. There are plenty of relaxing pastimes, from watersports, swimming, sunbathing, or fishing.
The sound side is stunning with access to the Intercoastal Waterway and a great place to kayak or charter a cruise and explore. Make the most of a relaxing respite by finding the ultimate abode to accommodate you. Below are the best Topsail Beach Rentals around.
Round House at the Beach
Wake up to the salty air. Enjoy your morning coffee or night cap on the top wrap around deck, featuring outdoor dining and sun chairs. Take shelter from the sun on the bottom deck lounge area complete with lounge furniture and hammock, outdoor fans to maximize the ocean breeze.
The space
- Fully renovated home with brand new stainless steel appliances. 4 person dining inside, 6 person dining on top outdoor deck.
- Top wrap around deck is marine grade material that stays cool to the touch.
- Living room features a smart TV with comfy pull out couch and loveseat.
- Master bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom.
- 2nd bedroom features a twin over full bunk.
- bathroom 2 has a full shower, located off the living room.
- lower deck has lounge seating, outdoor fans, outdoor shower with rain head.
- Home will be supplied with beach gear, beach wagon, board games and outdoor yard games.
- Linens included !
- The best part of all, there is no public parking at the nearest beach access.
Sounds Great
- Beds: 4
- Guests: 8
Relax in a peaceful, laid-back area of the island where you may gaze up at the stars at night and bask in the sun on a beautiful broad beach during the day. Enjoy a lovely sunset view of the sound on the spacious back deck. Or chat with family and friends on the large side deck with a view of the iconic Topsail Beach Water Tower.
The house is approximately a block and a half from the beach access, and about the same distance from the sound. There is a kayak loading area for the sound about a half-mile down the street.
Sound’s Great is a delightful, newly remodeled, well-appointed home with an easy, under 2-minute stroll to one of the easiest public accesses on spectacular Topsail Beach.
It’s a great place to ride bikes, kayak, grill burgers or seafood, or just relax with your favorite beverage on a spacious deck. The house is actually 2 separate dwellings, with a total of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and two living areas. (Each level has 2 bedrooms, one bath, and a living area.)
The kitchen and laundry room are on the second floor, but there is a mini-kitchen on the first floor with a refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, and microwave. You must utilize the outdoor steps and enter from the outside to get downstairs.
Sound’s Great is in Topsail Beach (on the island’s south end), a historic and charming town with a missile museum, a 1950s-era putt-putt course, fine dining at the Beach Shop, wine and books at The Quarter Moon, and high-quality gifts at The Gift Basket. You can also catch live music some evenings at Quarter Moon, Beach Shop or the local municipal park.
Surf City, which boasts an endless selection of restaurants and interesting activities, is only a 10-minute drive away.