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Marines peaceful retreat, TheStation @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Holly Ridge, NC
  • North Shore Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • North Topsail Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Surf City Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Holly Ridge

Located in Holly Ridge, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of North Shore Golf Course and Onslow County Public Library - Sneads Ferry Branch. .This vacation home is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from North Topsail Beach and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Holly Shelter Game Land.

What's nearby

  • North Shore Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • North Topsail Beach - 11 min drive
  • Seaview Pier - 13 min drive
  • Surf City Pier - 14 min drive
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Marines peaceful retreat, TheStation @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer

Welcome to The Station at Abbey Acres, your serene escape nestled in a coastal woodland minutes from the pristine beaches of Topsail and Surf City, NC. Here, you’ll find the perfect blend of peace, tranquility, and convenience.

What to Expect

Unwind and rejuvenate in this secluded sanctuary, where the hustle and bustle of daily life melt away. The Station offers the ultimate escape, yet it is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Wilmington airports and near Camp Lejeune, Geiger, Johnson, New River, and Stone Bay Marine bases.

Dining and Cooking

Whether you prefer to indulge in the local cuisine or cook in our fully-equipped kitchen, The Station caters to all your culinary desires.

Book Today

The Station books fast, so reserve your spot now for an unforgettable experience.

The Space

The Station boasts two beautifully appointed bedrooms and two bathrooms:

Van Gogh’s Almond Blossoms Room:
Features a queen bed and a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and a sound machine.

Petal Whisper’s Room:
Offers another queen bed and an adjacent guest bathroom with a shower and tub combo and a dedicated work desk and chair.

Both rooms offer luxurious bedding for a restful and relaxing experience.

Amenities

Laundry:
A top-of-the-line Speed Queen washer and dryer are available. This commercial-grade washer offers environmentally friendly wash cycles and is available with complimentary eco-friendly laundry detergent.

Essentials:
Towels, linens, and a starter set of toiletries are provided for convenience.

Alternative Options

If The Station is unavailable for your desired dates, consider staying at The Safari & The Spiral on Vrbo, also part of the Abbey Acres community, where guests like you are welcome to stay.

Guest Access

Enjoy the freedom of a keyless self-check-in, making your arrival seamless and stress-free. During your stay, you’ll have access to Abbey Acres, an expansive three-acre area surrounded by nature.

Host Interaction

You're in great hands. We're a service-disabled veteran-owned and operated small business. Our property is professionally managed and cleaned after each stay. Feel free to reach out with any questions before or during your visit.

Location

The Station offers a unique combination of privacy and convenience. Tucked just off in the woods yet close to significant thruways, you’ll be ideally situated to explore our best beaches and Marine bases. Located between Jacksonville and Wilmington, you’re at the heart of everything.

Additional Details

This slice of heaven beats staying at a hotel and is more affordable and closer to Marine bases than staying at the beach.

House Rules: No Smoking Policy:
Smoking or vaping inside will result in a $500 fine for cleaning & restoration. Evidence includes, but is not limited to, the smell of smoke, ashes, burns, or any other signs of smoking or vaping.

Cancellation Policy:
Once you make a reservation, our calendar is blocked, and we can only provide refunds within our policy. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for unforeseen events such as illness, funerals, or bad weather. We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip.

Pet Policy:
Unlike most places, Abbey Acres welcomes up to three cats or dogs, regardless of size and breed. The spacious front yard features dedicated Zipline Dog Runs, providing plenty of room for your furry friends to play and stay engaged, keeping them happy. A small one-time fee ensures the property remains pet-friendly and your space is pet-ready upon arrival.

Over 30 Days: $350 for up to two pets, $450 for three pets

More Than Two Weeks up to 30 Days: $150 for up to two pets, $85 per pet for three pets ($255 total)

Up to Two Weeks: $75 for up to two pets, $65 per pet for three pets ($195 total)

When you add your pets to the reservation, the initial fee of $75 will automatically apply to your total. Please submit an inquiry for stays longer than two weeks or with more than two pets to ensure the appropriate fee is requested based on the duration of your stay and the number of pets.

ADA-defined service animals are welcome.

Disputes and Chargebacks Policy:
Guests must address and attempt to resolve disputes with the host within 24 hours of the issue arising and provide relevant documentation of their complaint, including any photos or communications.

Initiating a chargeback without first trying to resolve the dispute with the host is a breach of this policy. Guests must notify the host of their intent to file a chargeback and allow seven days for resolution.

Consequences for Fraudulent Chargebacks:
Fees: Guests are responsible for reprocessing and legal costs associated with disputing a chargeback.
Ban: Guests who initiate a fraudulent chargeback may be banned from making future bookings on the platform.

Early Check-in and Late Checkout Policy:

Early Check-in Options:
Before 12 noon: $95
After 12 noon (4 hours prior): $65
After 2 p.m. (2 hours prior): $45
After 4 p.m. (No additional charge)

Late Checkout Options:
After 3 p.m.: $95
By 3 p.m. (4 hours later): $65
By 1 p.m. (2 hours later): $45
By 11 a.m. (No additional charge)

All options are subject to availability.

Please let us know as soon as possible so we can coordinate with our cleaners to ensure the place is ready for your early arrival or late departure.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a fair and enjoyable experience for all our guests.

We appreciate you booking with us.

Abbey Acres awaits you! Come Stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Matt & Debra

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Unit size: 1121 sq ft (104 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lot of land to play at Abbey Acres.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Marines peaceful retreat, TheStation @ AbbeyAcres Near Beach with Washer & Dryer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
They are serious when they say dog friendly!
From the moment we booked, Matt was 1 step ahead of me. He asked about our dogs (size and friendliness), sent us things to do in the area with dogs, and was very prompt with any questions I had. The rental itself was awesome. We were greeted with a dog themed wreath, found 2 large dog beds, a cabine first aid kit and baggies for outside. He even thought to have a flashlight by the door for late night potty breaks. What really impressed me was the air purifier and the extension cord blocks in each room with USB capabilities. The only thing that I think could be improved was the air circulation to the bedrooms. Maybe a portable oscillating fan? Other than that, it was amazing. We will definitely look to book again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara A., Leesburg, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time around
Our second time visiting and just as last time we had a wonderful stay. We appreciate the fly bags around the wooded area which helped keep the bugs at bay. We remember that being a minor issue especially at night last time with letting the dog out but no issues at all this time. We appreciate the high speed internet and amenities especially in the laundry room. Love the eco-friendliness of things. Again would recommend an extra ac unit in the back rooms or an extra standing fan to help keep things cool but we understand! We look forward to coming back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Spot
We were looking for a last-minute getaway near North Topsail Beach, and The Station fit our needs perfectly. It was clean, inviting and had everything we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and were sad to head home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house and property were exactly as described. The host went over and beyond all expectations.
Everything you could possibly need is provided.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot!
Short drive to the beach! We were a little upset when there wasn’t a spot in the listing saying there was a pet fee but then later found out there was one. The air conditioner was a little whack however the owner said they were going to fix this! It was very clean and has a lovely kitchen set up. We loved the beach here and will be back to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, Adorable place, Sadly won't return
The home was very nice, extremely homey and comfortable. Honestly the biggest complaint we had was the showers. The "master" bathroom was pretty much impossible to shower in. The shower has a steady drip stream and the balance between scalding hot and ice cold was terrible. Not to mention it was SO tiny you could hardly move around. My 6'2" husband had to remove the shower caddy to even get in and literally touched the walls while in the shower. The main bathroom shower was just a tad better, once we figured out the trick to get comfortable water. Loved that the owners were accommodating to our service dog, little touches were very welcoming. Matt and Debra were also excellent to communicate with. I will mention though, pest control needs to be better. We did deal with a few roaches, obviously that was upsetting. As much as I hate to say it, we will likely not return to this property as the showering was a problem, the oven needs to be replaced as cooking was difficult due to the electric coils lopsided, a small fridge, and icing on the cake was the cockroaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara A., Leesburg, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Southern Charm in the woods
My husband and 3 year old very much enjoyed our two day stay at The Station. Matt is easy to communicate with. The home is warm and friendly. Our 3 year old LOVED the Fire Truck. We decided to come a few days early while we waited for our Beach House and we agree we hope to do this every year! The house is charming and all amenities are provided with linens and towel. The extra doggy waste bags and doggy towels were appreciated! We loved the privacy but also close enough to grab food to go and the Dollar General is close enough for any last minute grabs. The back rooms got a tad warm and the hot water in both showers were just a tad tricky but overall we loved it and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Matt's place was beautiful! We were only 20 minutes from family staying at the beach. It was nice to come back to peace and quiet at the end of the day!! Everything was wonderful! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2023
This house was perfect for our summer family vacation. We couldn’t get over how cutely decorated it was. The house was so close to everything! Only 11 minutes from the beach entrances and tasty restaurants! Low tide steak house is a for sure a must try. Matt was super nice and helped any time we needed anything. Thank you so much for making our stay great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

ethel b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Only one thing missing, water pressure
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
Good location just 15 min to beach. Comfortable space for 4 young adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place!
I am so glad I found this place for my vacation! Matt was super helpful and available for any questions etc. I felt comfortable and loved the whole setup. I would definitely stay there again and highly recommend his awesome getaway! Thanks for everything Matt! Julie
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amber W., north carolina USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had a wonderful 8 night stay at the station. It was clean, comfortable, and had everything that we needed! The beds were super comfy too! The apartment has lots of room inside and outside. The fire truck parked outside made my 4 year olds day! The owner is super easy to get in touch with and is very kind. I met one of the neighbors and he was so nice and helpful too! We had no complaints and enjoyed everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Skylar M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would definitely come back
Abbey Acres is a very nice property set back from the road with just enough privacy. The Station was up to date, clean and spot on with the listing. The owner is friendly and available to help if you need him. If I wasn't moving down here I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We're loved this quiet beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short and Suite
We had a quick overnight stay while visiting Camp Geiger. Ther unit was clean and comfortable. Matt was very generous with amenities. Listing indicated TV. There was no TV but there was equipment to project from a laptop. Short drive to the beach as well. Would recommend to others. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant & Relaxing
We had a very relaxing stay with our large dog at this house while visiting our Marine at camp Geiger. The house and property were as advertised. I would definitely recommend this home. Matt was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Glenda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Abbey Acres
Loved loved loved this place.. It was close to military bases and beaches. The house was perfect. Matt was a great host..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Abbey Acres
Great place to stay for access to Camp Lejeune/Jacksonville/Wilmington/Beaches. My family stayed here for a week and having the full kitchen and laundry made a world of difference vice staying in a hotel. Very comfortable, updated furniture, very fast WiFi. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what I was looking for
Very clean nice
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked it
My favorite part was the puppy. Very spacious. Easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holly Ridge Rental
Very nice place to stay if you are visiting your Marine at Camp Geiger. 20 minutes from the base and 10 minutes from the beach. Matt was very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again when visiting my son.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019