The Zen Escape Oceanfront Oasis | Panoramic Views · Hot Tub · Fenced Yard · Huge Covered Space

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  Luxury oceanfront dining with breathtaking panoramic sea views and coastal charm.
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  Relax in a beachfront hot tub with serene views just steps from the shore.
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  Comfortable family room and gathering space with stunning views.
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  Wake up to breathtaking ocean views in this stunning coastal-inspired master bedroom.
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  Savor meals in this covered dining area for 8 with magnificent views.
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  Relax and unwind on the serene oceanfront deck with panoramic beach views.
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  Unwind in the private hot tub and grill out, creating the ultimate outdoor retreat experience.
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  Charming Surf City beach house, perfect for a relaxing coastal escape.
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  3D Floor plan for layout purposes.
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  Modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, granite counters, and island seating for four.
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  Charming entryway with unique Scrabble wall art, and thoughtful organizational touches throughout.
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  Gourmet coffee bar with premium brews for a perfect start to your day.
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  Bright open kitchen with modern appliances, and elegant coastal decor.
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  Enjoy the newly renovated home featuring an open layout with stunning ocean views.
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  Enjoy game night with local favorite Topsail-Opoly!
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  Enjoy a relaxing dinner while gazing at stunning ocean views through the window.
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  Beautiful formal dining table for 8 with breathtaking ocean views.
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  The coastal-inspired decor will instantly transport you to the relaxing vibe of the beach.
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  Enjoy the cozy open-concept floor plan.
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  Inviting family room with Smart TV, Spectrum Live TV, streaming, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
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  Charming North Carolina table, a unique decor feature that highlights the coastal flair to your stay.
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  Starfish curtain tie backs – a beach vibe at every turn!
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  Savor wine on the deck while taking in breathtaking views.
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  Spot dolphins from the porch or beachside!
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  Beautifully designed master bedroom with beach-inspired decor.
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  Peaceful porch access off the master with breathtaking views, ideal for unwinding.
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  The master bedroom porch is perfect for reading or relaxing while taking in the ocean.
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  Master bedroom features sliding doors that open directly to a spacious deck with breathtaking beach views.
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  Enjoy the convenience of a fully stocked master en suite bathroom.
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  Elegant bathroom with high-end upgrades, featuring a spa-like atmosphere.
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  Premium upgrades like this rainfall shower head.
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  Professionally decorated with beach-inspired decor and conveniences for an unforgettable stay.
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  Bright, tranquil second bedroom with serene decor.
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  Smile as you wake up to an ocean view in this sunny, inviting bedroom.
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  Enjoy restful sleep in a king bed with luxury linens.
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  "Peace, Love and Sandy Feet" await!
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  Immaculate bathroom with plush towels and premium toiletries.
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  Twin XL over Queen bunk with trundle is ideal for multiple kids to sleep and unwind.
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  Perfect bedroom arrangement for kids to create unforgettable beach memories.
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  Location, location, location!
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  The ground level features a laundry area and convenient bathroom.
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  The Zen Escape offers complimentary beach gear for your convenience.
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  Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the comfort of the beach house.
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  You can stay here all day, we won't judge.
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  The expansive layout offers ample space to relax and socialize.
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  What more do you need, really?
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  Capture stunning, Instagram-worthy shots on your vacation!
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  Just steps from the house, unwind in your beach chair by the ocean.
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  Fall in love with breathtaking ocean views.
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  Convenient outdoor shower for easy beach clean-up.
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  Outdoor private shower offers an elevated beachside experience.
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  Enjoy grilling on the porch.
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  Grill and dine outdoors while enjoying stunning views.
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  Relax in the hot tub with stunning ocean views.
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  Enjoy corn hole on the beach or on the deck!
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  Bring the beach games and chairs for fun ahead!
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  Panoramic beach views at the walkway's end.
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  Enjoy vibrant wildlife right outside, including soaring brown pelicans.
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  Experience breathtaking beach sunrises!
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  Stunning 180-degree views make early sunrises unforgettable.
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  Enjoy coffee and breakfast on the porch with spectacular beach vistas.
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  Begin each day with a breathtaking sunrise.
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  Experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets from the comfort of indoors!
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  Enjoy your home away from home!
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  Grab a blanket and soak in the scenic views!
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  Welcome home!
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  Enjoy your vacation in this stunning oceanfront beach house.
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The Zen Escape has a way of changing your rhythm almost immediately. The ocean fills nearly every room, so you can wake to sunrise over the Atlantic, linger over coffee watching dolphins or spend an afternoon curled up on the couch with the waves rolling beyond the glass. Deep exhales happen naturally here and when you're ready to wander outside, the sand, fully fenced oceanfront yard and covered hot tub are waiting just downstairs. The pier, shops and restaurants are only a 1/2 mile away.

💫 The Highlights — Why Guests Love It

The ocean is just outside the glass doors, but once you're here, it feels like it's inside too. Nearly every room seems to hold some piece of the view, so whatever the weather is doing, the Atlantic is still part of your day. Something changes the moment you walk in. The pace softens. Your shoulders drop. Everything feels a little easier. By the time you leave, you feel rested, recharged and already wishing you had one more day.

3 bedrooms · 2.5 bathrooms · 2 King beds · custom Twin XL/Queen bunk + trundle · sleeps up to 8

✓ Direct oceanfront · private beach access just steps away
✓ Panoramic ocean views throughout the home
✓ Fully fenced oceanfront yard
✓ Covered oceanfront hot tub
✓ Huge covered gathering space beneath the house
✓ Oceanfront deck with captain's chairs
✓ Primary King suite with ocean views from bed
✓ Well-stocked kitchen made for real cooking
✓ Beach chairs · umbrella · towels · toys provided
✓ Charcoal grill · Pay-It-Forward charcoal
✓ Walk to Surf City Pier · restaurants · coffee · shops
✓ Strong Wi-Fi · Spectrum Live TV
✓ Personally designed · managed by Beata since 2018

🛏 Where You'll Sleep

Oceanfront Primary Suite

✓ King bed
✓ Private ensuite bathroom
✓ Ocean views from bed
✓ Private access to oceanfront deck

King Bedroom

✓ King bed
✓ Ocean view
✓ Private exterior access to front porch

Bunk Bedroom

✓ Custom Twin XL-over-Queen bunk
✓ Twin XL trundle

Additional Bathrooms

✓ Full hallway bathroom with tub/shower
✓ Half bathroom beneath the house near beach access

🌴 Life Under the House

Beach days have a way of continuing down here. Come up from the sand for lunch and end up staying awhile. Someone gets the grill going, somebody settles into the hot tub, a game of cornhole starts and the ocean breeze keeps moving through it all. The entire footprint of the house is covered, so blazing summer afternoons come with shade and rainy days simply move the fun downstairs, with the Atlantic still right there.

📍 Beachfront · Walkable

The beach is at the bottom of the stairs, which makes it wonderfully easy to let the day unfold however you want. Head down for the morning, wander home for lunch and go back when the water calls. Surf City Pier is about ½ mile away, along with restaurants, coffee, ice cream and local shops, so once you're here, the car can spend a lot of the vacation right where you parked it.

🅿️ Parking & Access

✓ Large private driveway accommodates up to 6 vehicles comfortably in two rows (or a reasonable-sized RV)
✓ Elevated oceanfront home with two shorter stair sections (approximately 6–7 stairs, landing, then another 6–7 stairs)
✓ Once inside, the home is entirely on one level
✓ After signing your rental agreement you'll receive access to our digital guest guide with check-in instructions, local recommendations, house details, and everything you'll need for an easy arrival

👋 Meet Beata

Hi, I'm Beata. I designed Zen Escape from top to bottom and have personally operated it since 2018. More than anything, I wanted this house to feel like an exhale: beautiful, comfortable, easy to live in and so connected to the ocean that you can feel yourself slow down a little just by being here. Small things are automated for speed so nothing waits, but when something actually matters, you get me. Happy to have you.

📋 House Rules & Things To Know

🕙 Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM
👥 Maximum occupancy: 8, including daytime visitors
🐶 Up to 2 pre-approved dogs welcome
🔥 Charcoal grill · charcoal follows our Pay-It-Forward approach
📶 Strong Wi-Fi · Spectrum Live TV
🧾 Rental agreement required within 24 hours
👤 Primary renter must be 25+
🚭 No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property

🧺 What's Already Here

🍳 Kitchen: Cookware, bakeware, dishes, Keurig · drip coffee makers, electric kettle, waffle maker, pantry basics · Pay-It-Forward staples
🛁 Bathrooms: Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, hair dryers, towels · plush extras
🧺 Laundry · Beach: Washer/dryer, detergent, iron · ironing board, beach towels, chairs, umbrella · beach toys
🎲 Entertainment · Tech: Samsung Smart TVs, Spectrum Live TV, streaming access · strong Wi-Fi

Availability

Location

Surf City, North Carolina

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Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 60 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

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