Ocean front and 5 stars!!! Your next great vacation starts here. Check it out. - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 7 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2600 square feet

Ocean front beach home located on the most sought-after stretch of Atlantic Beach, Ocean Ridge Drive.

Owned by the same family for over 70 years, this impressive home has entertained many generations of family and friends.

Appreciated by those who want a beach home ‘like they used to be’, this is a place where you feel comfortable with the windows open listening to the waves crashing on the beach from your bedroom.

Extensively modernized in 2014 but the rustic feel of the interior remain. Updates include complete upstairs bathroom renovations, all new pine paneling in the oceanfront bedrooms, which compliments the original pine paneling in the main living and freshly refinished wood floors throughout the entire upstairs.

New features include a 60” internet compatible, flat screen TV, high-speed Spectrum wireless internet and phone service.

Premium and HD TV channels are supplied. In addition, the ocean front bedroom downstairs has a 42” flat screen with HD cable. Simple to set up as a kids’s viewing room as it has 3 twin beds.

The main upstairs living area consists of kitchen, dining room that can seat 12, roomy living room, 4 bedrooms and 1 & ½ baths. Upstairs bedrooms ; #1: one king, #2: two twins, #3: two twins & 2 full, and #4: one queen.

The one feature that everybody loves is the giant ocean front porch. From your rocking chair, savor that first cup of coffee or afternoon glass of wine while appreciating a 180 degree view of the beach. You are literally 30 feet from the beach dunes so you can watch all the action on the beach without leaving your chair.

The downstairs (ground level) has 2 bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms. Bedroom #5: Two twins and #6: three twins. The washer/dryer, second refrigerator, 2 separate showers and a new deluxe gas grille are located on this level. The home can accommodate up to 8 – 10 cars including a 2 car garage – ideal for enormous family gatherings. There are plenty beach chairs and toys such as a sea kayak, 1 surfboard, as well body boards and skim board.

Cozy for just 2 people or up 15 for a sizable family vacation, you’ll appreciate the casual feel of our ‘Little Cottage by the Sea’. You’ll want to return, as most do, year after year and cherish those moments for a lifetime. Family Animals allowed with prior approval and pet fee of $50/pet.

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Country Club of the Crystal Coast are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Rachel Carson Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies for getting the best vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Booking a rental in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Havelock vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Havelock area visitors guides which will include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Havelock visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and choose a perfect Havelock rental home:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your vacation week, and select a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Ocean front and 5 stars!!! Your next great vacation starts here. Check it out. has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property manager before booking the rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine what is best for your trip.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a rental that allows animals. Request details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a certain Havelock destination you love, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Additional considerations:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Note any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• At departure, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent stay? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.