Whimsical Whale - Oceanfront Apartment - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Apartment

Unique -OCEANFRONT cheerfully decorated private, ground level apartment with separate bedroom & bathroom, kitchen (completely outfitted) /living combo with full sized furnishings and appliances and complimentary onsite parking. Ideal for 2; however, couch transforms to queen bed as well. Personal beach access including use of Shibumi, beach chairs, beach towels, & coolers. Private outdoor hot/cold shower beside your own patio with chairs, transformable benches to picnic table and market lights for calming after a fun day on the beach only a short walk out your side door. . You are within walking distance of eateries, ice cream/ treats, bars, city park, grocery store and shopping.

About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this apartment is in the city center and on the beach. Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Atlantic Beach rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• Reserve your rental home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• In the Havelock area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Havelock visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Choosing the perfect rental in the Havelock area:

• To start, have your family decide on trip dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Whimsical Whale - Oceanfront Apartment has 1 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. If not, call the property management company before booking the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what configuration is suitable for your group.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or could be applied to your agreement.

Additional considerations:

• Get the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Make a record of any damages to the property during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are assessed.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to inspire future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.