Spacious 3 story 3BR\/3BA condo in Atlantic Beach steps from private beach access - Vacation rental home in Atlantic Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1850 square feet

Bring the whole family for a calming beach getaway at The Sandy Turtle!

Our home is located in the heart of Atlantic Beach and a few steps away from private beach access. No need to waste time looking for parking on your vacation!

Come experience fall and the holidays at the beach! Our condo offers brand new stainless steel appliances that will make experiencing the holiday season at the beach a breeze.

Due to our unique location near Fort Macon State Park, you will appreciate less hordes on the beach but are still within 5 to 10 mins. of all the major attractions Atlantic Beach has to offer!

We are next door to Fort Macon State Park, a 10-min. drive to Morehead City, and a fast 15-min. drive to the Atlantic Beach Aquarium and Beaufort!

Our property's location offers diverse experiences as we are located steps away from the following:

•Private beach access
•Directly next to Fort Macon State Park for anyone in the family interested in history
•4-min. drive to the famed Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar
•10-min. drive to the stores and famed eateries of Morehead City
•15-min. drive from Beaufort's famed waterfront stores and eateries.
•15-min. drive from the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Our 3 story condo is located at Tar Landing Villas, a peaceful and private gated beach community. That offers the following:

•Clubhouse
•Swimming and kid pools
•Outdoor grille
•Basketball court

Pool is open seasonally from March 31 until October 7.

Imagine starting your day with a cup of coffee while watching the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. Or relax in the evening by watching the sun set while appreciating a glass of wine on the private balcony connected to your upstairs master suite.

These are the kinds of experiences we want to share with our guests at The Sandy Turtle.

We are located just a few steps from private beach access, so no matter how busy the beaches get, you will have no issues trying to find parking or a prime spot on the beach.

The property also features a clubhouse, swimming and kid pools, and pool chairs for when you need a change of pace from the ocean and sand.

The Sandy Turtle offers a unique Atlantic Beach experience, as there is a ton of space for the entire family to relax and make memories that will last a lifetime.

We've included board and card games, coloring books, a sea shell collection bag, and Intelligent TVs to ensure kids of all ages are entertained to give the parents a anxiety-complimentary beach vacation.

Our condo is an end unit with a neighbor only on one side, offering more privacy.

Upon entering the property, the bottom floor includes a sitting area with cable TV, a queen-sized pull-out couch bed, a sink and mini refrigerator in the hallway, a laundry room with a new washer and dryer, storage for beach chairs, closet storage space, a full bathroom, and bedroom with queen-sized bed.

Up the stairs, you will enter the main living area which features a 55-inch Intelligent TV, cable, couch, adore seat, kitchen table, full kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, pantry, full bathroom, bedroom with a queen-sized bed, closet space, and an outdoor deck with seating.

Up the final set of stairs, you will find the master bedroom with seating and a balcony view of the ocean, a king-sized bed, a 55-inch Intelligent TV, cable, a full bathroom, and closet storage space.

Parking is limited to two cars. One car may be parked in the driveway directly in front of the property, and another may be parked in front of the clubhouse/pool area. Two temporary parking permits will be supplied and must be displayed at all times while your car is parked in the driveway or common space.

For security, there is a Blink Doorbell Camera at the front door of the property as well as a Blink Camera on the main level patio deck near the back door.

We want to create a relaxing family ambiance, so events and loud music aren't allowed.

Also, family pets and smoking are not allowed.

We look forward to hosting your future stay at The Sandy Turtle!

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About the Area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this condo is on the beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Mount Maker Charters are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Atlantic Beach vacation property experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• To book the best rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Crystal Coast visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have money saving offers on local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning, picking, and booking your prefect Crystal Coast rental:

• Choose vacation week and spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Spacious 3 story 3BR\/3BA condo in Atlantic Beach steps from private beach access has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before booking the rental. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.

Additional considerations:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during arrival. text the rental manager immediately to document any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all of your things. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.