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Beach nearby
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

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North Topsail Beach, NC
  • Ashe Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Seaview Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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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.

Sandy Toes & Fairytales at Sam’s Castle

Your fairytale beach vacation awaits at Sam’s Castle, a seaside escape nestled in the peaceful Calinda Cay community of North Topsail Beach. With charming coastal vibes, peek-a-boo ocean views, and soundside sunsets, this end-unit townhome is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and maybe even build a sandcastle or two.

When you arrive, you'll find covered parking for up to four vehicles in the carport area—just be sure not to block the neighbors. Head upstairs to the first level, where three cozy bedrooms await. The front bedroom is great for kids, featuring a Double bed and a flat-screen TV. Down the hall, the second bedroom offers a Queen bed and private access to the deck overlooking the sparkling community pool. These two rooms share a convenient hallway bath.

The primary suite offers a peaceful escape with a plush Queen bed, flat-screen TV, private bath, and its own deck access—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee while watching the pool come to life.

Upstairs, the bright and open second floor features a comfortable living area with a large flat-screen TV and ample seating for everyone to gather and unwind. The fully renovated kitchen has everything you need to cook up your favorite meals, with seating for six at the dining table—ideal for catching up over dinner or planning your next beach day.

What truly sets Sam’s Castle apart are the views. As an end-unit home, you’ll enjoy rare panoramic sights from every angle. Take in peek-a-boo ocean views from the front deck, sweeping intracoastal views from the side, and peaceful sound views from the back—perfect for soaking in Topsail’s famous sunsets.

Whether you’re here to play in the waves, float in the pool, or simply relax on the deck with a good book, Sam’s Castle offers the perfect blend of comfort and coastal charm. With its inviting atmosphere and all the comforts of home, it’s easy to see why guests return year after year.

Make your beach vacation storybook-perfect—right here at Sam’s Castle.

➤***Please Note: HOA-controlled pools will be open for guest use from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Openings outside of this time will be at the discretion of the HOA***

➤This property is pet-friendly! A non-refundable fee will apply per pet. Limit of 2 pets per reservation. (100lb limit)


➤No Smoking is allowed inside this property.

➤Please refer to our Rentals FAQ page for useful information about our rentals!

➤Linens (Sheets and Towels) ARE Included with Lewis Realty reservations!!

A Full house linen package will include Sheets for all advertised beds, 1 towel set per occupancy, bathmats for each full bath, and a set of Kitchen Towels with a sponge.

See our Available Rental Items page for a complete list of rentable items to add to your reservation!

➤Use the “Get My Quote” Menu to view pricing and minimum stay requirements throughout the year.

➤No pesky Security Deposits! All reservations will be required to have an Accidental Damage Protection Waiver. The cost of this waiver is included in the listed required reservation fees.

➤This property offers PointCentral Keyless Access for a speedy check-in. Check-in instructions will be emailed to the reservation holder.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Surf City Beach. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Surf City Beach and a 2-minute drive from Sea Haven Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Lewis Realty Rental Department

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,386 square feet

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

Guests will receive an access code
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
Guests will receive an access code. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Sandy Toes & Fairytales at Sam’s Castle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day weekend Family trip

We had a wonderful getaway to North Topsail. Wall was quick, just across the street to the beach. Pool was lovely/ quiet. Overall great low key beach trip
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

fun

recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nathanial H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Hodge’s

It was nice. The cleaners were not great and were late. The AC quit working however it was promptly fixed. Area was great and was as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Decent Place for a Quiet Beach Vacation

This is a nice beach condo across the street from the beach. This particular stretch of Topsail is very quiet and family oriented, which is what we were looking for. You can see the beach from the living room balcony in the top floor, and the condo overlooks a shared community pool. We traveled here with our 10-month-old, so we ended up using the pool quite a bit. There are three separate outdoor decks. The decor is beachy and the place is pretty much exactly as pictured. There were a few issues and things to be aware of. This rental charges extra for things you would normally expect to be included, like sheets and towels. We decided to bring our own since we were driving. The keypad lock did not work during our stay, which delayed our check-in, but luckily there was emergency staff on duty if you call the main number. Also, the cleanliness of the space was generally okay except for the floors, parts of which were dirty/sticky. I ended up washing the floor in my daughters bedroom since she crawls everywhere and will find dirt wherever it lies. Cookware was also a bit limited. None of this seriously impacted our stay, which was overall very pleasant. Next year we might pay the extra money to be directly beachside, but this place offers a good value. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Week at North Topsail Beach

The place was excellent! Close to beach and nearby Surf City. Felt like staying at home rather than a beach house, with updated amenities and comforts. Pool was a needed extra to cool off from the hot beach sand. Glad they accepted pets to allow our dog to accompany us for the week. Will definitely look into booking same place again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bright and airy summer spirit! We all loved Sam's Castle!

We all loved Sam's Castle the moment we walked in! It has a bright and airy summer spirit and we were very comfortable in the ample space. The convenient beach access encouraged us to take sunrise and sunset walks there. There's a Keurig as well as the regular coffee maker. Our son, a 4 star chef, cooked and make a colossal castle birthday cake. All our beach gear was safe in the carport and the BBQ stored there allowed us to char-coal steaks out in the driveway. The shower & toilet at the garage level were very convenient for pool and beach. Neighbors at the pool were friendly. There were dog dishes and a doggie mat for Roxie. We enjoyed working with Lewis Realty. We found them cheerful and responsive to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

laura d.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great week

Lewis reality was wonderful. Very accommodating, the only issue was the property was very dirty. Lewis realty handled the issue very professionally.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

I would give a five star except...

Two things that need attention, the queen bed in second bedroom is very uncomfortable and the shower in hallway needs better water pressure, other than that everything was perfect for our beach trip!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angie S., Greensboro, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This was a really nice place in a good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Heather M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Relaxing but needs to be deeper cleaned

Property is nicely located and paint colors are nice and bright with good dining spaces inside and on deck. Views are good and stocked with lots of games! However mold around showers and on faucet heads and drawers and dishes need to be better cleaned. Also, with linen should include dish clothes. We got locked out due to batteries dying but responded fairly quickly and courteous. Air did not work well but someone came out and fixed it and was courteous ( added freon). Nice place but needs some updates and deep cleaning. Overall we enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Only issues were the bathrooms, too small. Only had stand up showers that were way too small.

Overall pretty good. Price was great, beach access was perfect! Only issues were very small bathrooms and bad mattresses. My 10 year old complained about how uncomfortable his bed was. Upstairs was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Margaret W.

Kind of perfect for our family

Well kept for the amount of use it likely goes through.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Nancy E.

Needs new mattresses

The queen mattress in the 2 nd bedroom needs to be replaced. I find it hard to believe the place was rented with the intention of someone actually using such an old and worn mattress with deep indentations and no support whatsoever. The property needs updating. The showers were grimy with shower doors that were difficult to open and close. We used the laundry , the washer worked okay but the dryer did not .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018