Single Family House - Rating 4.7 (12)

Ruff Life

$180.00 - $485.00 / night + taxes & fees

Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 1 baths
Guests 6 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed

  • Address: 2325 S. Shore Drive
  • Location: Ocean View
  • Type: Single Family House

Location Location

Description Description

If this is the “Ruff Life” then who needs the Good Life! When you take your family, including your four-legged friend, on a much-needed vacation to the beach, you'll find everything you need in this joyful 4 bedroom gem with a great sunroom. This home features an open floor plan, two queen bedrooms and two twin beds as pass throughs for additional guests.

Enjoy dinner, drinks and the beautiful blue Atlantic view seated at the high top table in the front enclosed sunroom, or relax with the cook around the butcher block kitchen island. The open floor plan makes socializing a breeze in this 1 story bright, retro styled classic beach cottage whimsically decorated with lively paintings of furry and feathered friends and pops of color.

Your beach access is located directly across the street! Since this house is located on a corner lot, not only will you have loads of parking, you’ll have extra space for Fido to play fetch. When you have had enough sun and sand, come on back and enjoy a hot outdoor shower and hose off your pooch and all those toys.

 

Sweet Dreams:  *Linens included for all reservations 7 nights or longer

Two queen size rooms are located at the back of the home for peaceful slumber. Each room includes an additional pass thru space with a twin bed tucked inside for additional guests - what an innovative use of space! The shared bathroom may just be one of the cutest ones you will see on the island - with rolling barn doors and sea glass colored tile.

  • North Back Bedroom - Queen Bed with walk thru to North Middle Bedroom with Twin Bed
  • South Back Bedroom - Queen Bed and TV with walk thru to South Middle Bedroom with Twin Bed
  • One full bath (shower) shared by all


Location:

Your beach rental is located approximately 2.5 miles south of the Surf City high rise bridge. You'll be near the central part of Topsail Island which puts you close to restaurants, shops, Surf City Pier and more! Be sure to visit some local attractions such as the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital and the Missiles and More Museum, which tells the story of our island's past.


Amenities:

  • Linens are included for all reservations 7 nights or longer
  • Central Heat/Air
  • Keyless Entry
  • 2 cable TVs, DVD player
  • Wireless Internet
  • Kitchen with microwave (no dishwasher)
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Ceiling fans
  • Enclosed outside shower - hot/cold water
  • Sundeck with deck furniture & built-in gate


Additional Property Information:

  • $150 Non-Refundable Fee per Dog - max 4. Sorry, cats are not allowed.
  • Smoke Free - No smoking allowed by anyone on the premises.
  • Easy, direct beach access just across the street.
  • This property does not have a dishwasher.

 

Topsail Island Vacation Rentals | Trip Preparation:

Topsail Island rental homes with Ward Realty all have minimum standards to make your stay on Topsail be as close to home away from home as possible. All of our rentals include fully equipped kitchens, basic small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, blenders), pillows, comforters/bedspreads, television(s), central heating/air, iron/ironing board and much more! See below for a helpful list of what to bring with you to your Topsail Island vacation rental. Please note that this Topsail Island vacation rental comes with sheets and towels for all for all weekly (7 night minimum) reservations.

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Amenities 131 Amenities
  • Baby Equip. - Baby Gate (extra wide) (1WK)
  • Baby Equip. - Baby Gate (extra wide) (2WK)
  • Baby Equip. - Baby Gate (standard) (1WK)
  • Baby Equip. - Baby Gate (standard) (2WK)
  • Baby Equip. - Full Size Crib (includes fitted sheet) (1WK)
  • Baby Equip. - Full Size Crib (includes fitted sheet) (2WK)
  • Baby Equip. - High Chair (1WK)
  • Baby Equip. - High Chair (2WK)
  • Beach
  • Beachcombing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Bowling
  • Children Welcome
  • Complimentary Linens 10-28 Days
  • Complimentary Linens Included - 7 Nights Required
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Dining Area
  • Eco Tourism
  • Fishing
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fishing Surf
  • Fitness Center
  • Free Parking at Property
  • Golf
  • Golf course within 30 min drive
  • Groceries
  • Keypad
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Living Room
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Services
  • Miniature Golf
  • Minimum Age Limit
  • Near Ocean
  • Necessary
  • Outdoor Shower - Hot/Cold Water
  • Photography
  • Private Entrance
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Self Check-In
  • Shelling
  • Shopping
  • Sight Seeing
  • Smartlock
  • Smoke Detector
  • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Stove
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Temporary Smoke Detector
  • Town
  • Village
  • Walking
  • Water Sports
  • Waterfront
  • Watersports nearby
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Wind Surfing
Property Highlights
  • Area - South of the Surf City Bridge
  • Keyless Entry
  • Pets - Dogs Allowed
  • Smoke Free
Essentials/General
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling fans
  • Central heating
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Dryer
  • Essentials
  • Extra Pillows And Blankets
  • Guest Amenity Bag
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • House Cleaning Included
  • Ice Maker
  • Iron
  • Iron Board
  • Linen - Bath Mat (1WK)
  • Linen - Bath Mat (2WK)
  • Linen - Beach Towel (1WK)
  • Linen - Beach Towel (2WK)
  • Linen - Extra Towel Set (1WK)
  • Linen - Extra Towel Set (2WK)
  • Linen Set - Queen Bed (1WK)
  • Linen Set - Queen Bed (2WK)
  • Linen Set - Twin Bed (1WK)
  • Linen Set - Twin Bed (2WK)
  • Linens Avail. for Addn'l Fee
  • Linens Included for Most Stays (See Prop. Description)
  • Washer
  • Washer/Dryer
Entertainment
  • Color Cable TV(s)
  • Ethernet Connection
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
  • TV
  • Wifi
Kitchen
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Coffee Maker - Traditional
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
Outdoor Space
  • Beach Access
  • Beach Access - Public
  • Beach Equip. - 60 Qt. Cooler (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - 60 Qt. Cooler (2WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Chair - Aluminum (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Chair - Aluminum (2WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Chair - Large Wooden (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Chair - Large Wooden (2WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Umbrella - 8' with Sand Spike (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Umbrella - 8' with Sand Spike (2WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Wagon (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Beach Wagon (2WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Wonder Wheeler Cart (1WK)
  • Beach Equip. - Wonder Wheeler Cart (2WK)
  • Covered Parking
  • Outdoor seating
  • Parking
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Deck(s)

Reviews Rating 4.7 (12) Reviews
Rating 5
Terri from Wendell, NC - Posted: 11/13/2025
Rating 5
Victoria from Charlottesville, VA - Posted: 11/4/2025
Rating 4
Andrew from Stow, OH - Posted: 7/5/2025
Rating 5
Allison from Madison Heights, VA - Posted: 7/21/2024
Rating 4
Very satisfied
Jim from Washington Courthouse, OH - Posted: 10/8/2023
Rating 5
Gerry from Cotesville, PA - Posted: 9/25/2023
Rating 5
Jordan from Chapel Hill, NC - Posted: 8/18/2023
Rating 5
We LOVED dealing with Ward Realty and we LOVED Ruff Life!!!!! We didn't ever want to leave!!!!! The microwave seemed a little old and we would have loved a table on the deck, but overall we loved it all!!!!! We would stay again in a heartbeat and never leave! Ward Realty made it super easy to book, pay and stay - so convenient and super easy! We loved the keyless entry!!! Thank you so, so much!! We can't wait to come back and have referred several friends and family!!!
Sarah from Hughesville, MD - Posted: 8/8/2021
Rating 5
Ruff Life had a beautiful view of the ocean and a perfectly laid back environment. We loved it!
Adrianna from Maidsville , WV - Posted: 9/13/2020
Rating 5
We loved this property. It was perfect for our needs. It was very clean and well kept. Great location.
Kristen from Raleigh, NC - Posted: 7/12/2020
Rating 4
The home was nicer than what I expected and clean. It was wonderful for my family and furry pets that accompanied us on our family vacation.
Brandy from Goldsboro, NC - Posted: 7/21/2019
Rating 5
This property and whole experience surpassed my expectations! From the communication/ reservations to the ease of checkout... including the dog treats and collars! I have stayed at Topsail before at a friend of a friends place that is not professionally managed. There are no amenities at all at that place, not even a square of toilet paper! Imagine my surprise to find not only toilet paper but dish soap, shower mats, etc! The kitchen was incredibly well appointed w plenty of pots, pans, silverware, plates and cups. The downstairs washer and drier room had beach toys, extra patio furniture, a gas grill (we didn't use it, sadly!) a beach umbrella and lots of beach chairs! Ruff Life has taken advantage of their space is a most efficient manner- it was absolutely perfect for my family! The location across from the beach was expected but being on the corner was awesome. That enclosed porch really adds another living space. It was a great week- thank you!
Elizabeth from Versailles, Ky - Posted: 4/8/2018
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