Ocean View - Oceanside Beach Retreat - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Condo

Pristine, NEWLY modernized, OCEAN VIEW queen suite featuring a NEWLY remodeled, OCEAN VIEW wraparound covered deck. Located in an oceanfront condo community in Atlantic Beach, your private-to-the-community beach access is only a few steps away, and the broad ocean view is yours to take in from inside the comfort of your beach getaway. Outside the unit, get comfortable in the oceanfront seating on the shared wraparound deck, relax in the gazebo atop the dunes, grille out, or appreciate the oceanside pool.

The two-story condominium building is oceanfront, and your suite is ocean view. Your second-floor room is on the side of the building, three doors down from the oceanfront corner of the building. From the wraparound shared deck, you can see Shackleford Island where the descendants of the wild Spanish mustangs roam, and on a clear day, you can see the Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance.

Atlantic Beach is located on a southward-facing island which, depending on the time of year, gives you the opportunity to see both the sun rise and set over the ocean! When the sun does set over the sound vs the ocean, you can take a fast drive across the street and down Pelican Drive where the public pier offers handsome photo opportunities.

This pretty space is your own personal oceanside getaway. We refreshed the condo with care and expert craftsmanship to bring tranquility and luxury to your beach vacation. We are proud of this splendid ocean view unit and would adore for you to call it home for your Atlantic Beach vacation.

---COMMUNICATION---
Your CAREFREE beach vacation is our TOP PRIORITY! If for any reason you need anything during your stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are local, professional hosts, and we want you to appreciate this space and this area as much as we do!

---INSIDE YOUR UNIT---
- High-speed WiFi
- 50” flat-screen Intelligent TV
- Blackout curtains
- Queen bed with memory foam bed AND memory foam pillows
- Full-size futon bed
- Kitchen with a full-size refrigerator, microwave, two-burner cooktop, toaster oven (no conventional oven - there is also a community charcoal grille by the pool/picnic table area)
- Eat-in dining area in the kitchen

---WIFI INTERNET/SMART TV---
- WiFi download speed of 482 mbps
- WiFi upload speed of 19.5 mbps
- Ethernet port accessible for hardwiring
- Samsung 50” flat-screen Intelligent TV with cable package featuring over 100 fashionable channels
- Samsung Intelligent TV includes the following apps that you can access with your personal login: Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney Plus, Apple TV, HBO Max, Sling, YouTube, VUDU, Tubi, and Hulu

---WHAT IS PROVIDED---
- Bed linens for queen bed and full-size futon bed
- Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths
- Black makeup washcloths
- Dish towels
- Cooking oil and spray, salt/pepper, Montreal steak seasoning, Lawry’s seasoned salt, and garlic powder
- Dishes, pots/pans, cutlery, and grilling silverware
- Keurig K-cup coffee maker along with complimentary k-cups, creamer, sugar, and Splenda
- Shampoo/conditioner, body wash, toilet paper, paper towels, dishwashing detergent/sponge (There is a Dollar General across the street.)
- Garment steamer and distilled water
- Two beach chairs
- Beach bocce ball
- Books, a deck of cards, and Monopoly (The NC Crystal Coast version!)

---WHAT TO BRING---
- Beach towels
- Additional beach chairs (if more than two are needed)
- Beach umbrella/shade (A Shibumi Shade works great!)
- Don’t forget your sunscreen!
- Food, drinks, condiments, additional spices and coffee, charcoal (There is a Food Lion down the street.)

---LAUNDRY/CLEANING---
- In the community building next to the pool, you’ll find a credit card operated laundry room.
- There is no daily maid service, but we do provide disinfectant wipes/spray and a broom/dustpan.

---POOL---
- The pool is typically open mid-April through the first week of October.
- Hours: 10:00 am-9:00 pm

---PARKING PASS---
- Each reservation is allowed one parking pass.
- For nightly reservations, an additional pass is available for $25 for a max of two parking passes total per reservation.
- For monthly reservations, an additional pass is available for $100 for a max of two parking passes total per reservation.
- Upon booking, please let us know if this is something that you will need.

---THINGS TO NOTE FROM THE HOA--
- This is a non-smoking condominium community.
- Animals are not allowed in our particular space. You may, however, notice family pets on the property as owners are allowed to have pets.
- Boats/boat trailers are not allowed in the parking lot.
- Be sure to hang your parking pass from your car’s rearview mirror. The HOA tows cars without a parking pass.

--MONTHLY STAY LINEN/CLEANING RE-FRESH--
You have a couple of options for linens/cleaning during a monthly stay:
- There is a laundry facility with card-operated machines onsite at Ocean Sands.
- We can offer a towel swap for $15.
- We can offer a bed linen swap for $15.
- Or we can do a full linen and towel swap, replacing all towels and bed sheets for $25.
- We also offer a top-to-bottom cleaning for $89.

---GUEST ACCESS---
You will have full access to:
- Your private unit
- The shared second-floor deck which wraps around the entire building and includes oceanfront seating
- Two brand-new, private-to-the-community beach access pathways, each showcasing a sizable covered gazebo with seating
- Charcoal grilling and picnic table area
- Outdoor pool
- Community, card-operated laundry room
- Outdoor shower near the gazebo to rinse off the beach salt and sand

GETTING AROUND
Your ocean view suite is located in an oceanfront condominium community with over 600 ft of direct oceanfront shoreline. There are two direct, private-to-the-community beach access pathways, each with its own covered gazebo with seating. The community pool, charcoal grilling area, and picnic tables are in the middle of the property alongside the dunes, and you can effortlessly walk around the property.

You can walk down the beach to the close by pubic pier and grab a bite to eat oceanfront on the pier at Molly's Beachside Bar & Grille. You can also walk across the street to Dairy Queen, Beach Burgers, On the Rocks Restaurant and Bar, The Wheelhouse Taproom, Kitty Hawk Kites Gift Shop, Dollar General, and a convenience store. Within a 3-5 drive is the NC Aquarium, Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach Circle, Atlantic Beach Town Park, Crystal Coast Brewing Co, Amos Mosquitos, Food Lion, surf stores, and other eateries.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
- Tour the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
- Take in history and savor weekly cannon firings and expansive vistas of the ocean at Fort Macon in Atlantic Beach
- Take a ferry to Shackleford Island to see the wild Spanish mustangs; walk on the nearly empty expansive beaches, and go shelling
- At low tide, take the ferry to Sand Dollar Island
- Visit the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- On select Fridays during the summer, enjoy complimentary live music at Fort Macon State Park
- Visit the Atlantic Beach Town Park which features mini-golf, a skate park, splash pad, playground, basketball court, grassy field, and snack shop
- Catch an outdoor family-themed nighttime movie in the park every Friday during the summer at the Atlantic Beach Town Park
- Rent a jet ski, kayak, or boat at AB WaterSport
- Go deep-sea fishing on a charter fishing boat with Captain Stacy or the Carolina Princess
- Try your aim at laser tag or axe throwing at Battle Works
- Listen to live music at numerous local places like The Wheelhouse Taproom, Idle Hour Biergarten, Beach Tavern, King Mackerel's, and Jack's Waterfront Restaurant and Bar
- Eat oceanfront at the Crab’s Claw Restaurant
- Have date nighttime sound front at Food Network featured Amos Mosquitos
- Listen to beach music and shag the nighttime away at Atlantic Beach’s Memories Beach Club
- Fish from the pier at the Oceanana or fish from the beach right in front of your room
- Walk across the street for a sweet treat at Dairy Queen
- Savor fresh produce, delicious treats, and positive vibes at Island Produce
- Drive to Salter Path in the center of the island for soundside fun at Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway
- Drive to the far end of the island to visit Emerald Isle’s mini-waterpark, The Salty Pirate
- Head to Cape Carteret on the mainland for fun at MacDaddy’s Entertainment Center - ropes course, driving range, raceway, bowling, arcade, batting cages, restaurant and bar
- Learn how to build a wooden boat at the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort
- Play disc golf in the Emerald Isle Woods
- During the off season, get a beach pass and drive on the beach!

LOCAL EVENTS
- Atlantic Beach Penguin Plunge (New Year’s Day)
- Carolina Chocolate Festival (February)
- Beachfront Easter egg hunt & photos with the Easter bunny (April)
- Atlantic Beach International Food Festival (April/May)
- Atlantic Beach, Beach Music Festival (May)
- Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament (June)
- 4th of July fireworks, live music, & festivities (July)
- Band the Billfish Tournament (July)
- Crystal Coast Grandiose Prix - Race (September)
- Crystal Coast Seafood Festival (October)
- Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Fishing Tournament (October)
- Atlantic Beach Christmas Parade (December)
- Morehead City Christmas Parade (December)
- Morehead City Flotilla - This is a special event you won’t want to miss! (December)
- Atlantic Beach Smoke-on-the-Water Bonfire (December)
- Join the Crystal Coast Stargazers to check out the nighttime’s sky at locations like Fort Macon State Park and Cape Lookout National Seashore (All Year Long)

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this condo is on the beach. Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best Atlantic Beach vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summer months are high season in Atlantic Beach. To get the best value, shift your family's Havelock vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Havelock area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Havelock area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain discounts for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to choose and book yourrental:

• Select your vacation dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Ocean View - Oceanside Beach Retreat has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. Otherwise, call the host before booking the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Request information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Advice for a terrific stay:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Record any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peace and quiet. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let burglars spoil your family vacation.
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.