Enclosed by the Atlantic Ocean, Atlantic Beach is a barrier island and a really small town in Carteret County in North Carolina. This county has nine communities, five of which are situated on Bogue Banks but all five have a virtually similar feel. However, none gets the same traffic as the Atlantic. There is a balance between the attractions and businesses here. Furthermore, out of all the coastal communities, Atlantic Beach lies at the center. It is also nearby the local attractions which include, Fort Macon State Park - a free-to-visit remembrance of the great American Civil War, North Carolina Maritime Museum, Snorkeling and Charter tours, and the AB Loop - a pedestrian trail that runs through the whole Atlantic Beach town. The climate goes nearly parallel throughout the year, and since Atlantic Beach is totally surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the winters are also not as harsh as other counties in this state. Continue reading this article if you’re a travel enthusiast because our listing will cover various vacation rentals available in Atlantic Beach.
1. Sparkling clean rental (from USD 382)
This rental is located in the central region of this town, it has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Recent Airbnb ratings exhibit that the house is sparkling clean so there would be no issue when the guests are ‘Neat Freak’. Public beaches, bars, and restaurants are all in the proximity. Note here that the house is under CCTV surveillance, pets are disallowed and hosting parties are prohibited. Guests can book this property for longer stays.
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it was my first time using airbnb and i was made a fan after this experienceCleanliness:
cottage was very clean and nicely decoratedthe bungalow was very clean upon our arrival and well stockedHost:
steve is a great host and answered all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and swimming poolgreat location right on the circlegreat location to beach food & tavernsthis bungalow is very charming and a great location to the beach and the board walkthe pool right outside our door was terrific and the beach was within walking distance
2. Bungalow close to the beach
This rented bungalow is two rows from the beach. It has two queen-size bedrooms and an extra bedroom that has a bunk bed. All in all, up to seven guests can sleep here. There are two bathrooms and a shared pool. The bedrooms and living area have a television with ROKU, NETFLIX, and a WiFi connection. For your safety, the house is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
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we also enjoyed the pool and morning coffee on the covered porchCleanliness:
the house exceeded expectations and was very cleangreat clean house in a nice quiet area would stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
i loved the location close to the beach and restaurantsgreat location and having the small pool was a nice perk after a day at the beach
3. Rental near attractions (from USD 271)
This is an affordable beachfront rental. It has three bedrooms with four beds and a total of seven guests can be accommodated. There are two bathrooms which have just been renovated. The property lies near some of Atlantic Coast attractions, North Carolina Aquariums is only a two-minute drive and Beaufort, Morehead, Cape Lookout are also near. This property has a backyard and a BBQ. Longer stays are also available here.
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the outdoor deck made it even better - and with two bathrooms it was perfectthe linens were plentiful and the beds super comfortableCleanliness:
great and clean placeappearance was clean minus some mold in the showers and a few roachesthe beds are comfortable and it’s very clean and neatthe space was very clean and we enjoyed the 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroomsit was clean and a good value for a family to have a great beach weekend get-awayHost:
kim was very helpfulthe place was beautiful and owner was very quick to respond with check in infoowner responses were quick check in was easy just an all around great experiencegreat for families - the locals were very friendly (everyone we crossed paths with greeted us)Read more reviewsLocation:
the location is really goodgreat location and nice placereally great location and easy rentalperfect location for weekend get awayoverall a nice place and great location
4. Three-storey rental near shopping areas (from USD 200)
This rental is also an affordable option on our list. It has three bedrooms, three bathroom planning and up to eight can sleep here. The shopping areas of the town are all walking distance and beach is just a street across. It’s a three-storey house with three decks. Obviously, the views are beautiful. Please note that the minimum you can book is two nights, and the age for the primary rental should be above 25.
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We loved the master bedroom on the top floorThe condo was all we could have asked for - spaciousi chose this home because of the colours and washrooms the flat screen tv and extra netflixThe house had plenty of room for three adults two teenagers and a toddleretc is a bonus since most of the time we were out at the beach or out dining stayed in the one nightCleanliness:
The house is well maintained and cleanOwners are very prompt and efficient house is well decorated and very cleanA few tips for renters of this property: bring kitchen towelsextra bath towels toilet paper and paper towelsThe owners are very helpfulHost:
Nice pool for the kidshe even gave me a heads upinquired about the property the owner was very quick in the replyhe was very helpful sent me all the info on accessing the property and procedures when arrivingWe most definitely recommend the "Friendly Flamingo" and hope to returnRead more reviewsLocation:
A two minute walk to the beach and a short walk or drive to restaurants and shops made this the perfect place for everyonethe beach was about a 10 minute walk away and grocery stores and restaurants were a short driveVery convenient to everything in the areaVery nice place to stay and located very close to everythingThe owner was very friendly and stopped by at check in when we were worried about the A/C which ended up kicking in just fine
5. Pet-friendly rental (from USD 200)
This is the only pet-friendly property on our listing. This house is located in the middle of the Atlantic Beach town, at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Needless to say, shopping areas are within a walk. The rental is a three-storey house that has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The minimum age for the primary renter is 30 or above, and your pet should also weigh under 30 pounds (about 14 kilograms). Refundable damage protection deposit is USD150 and the minimum stay is 2 nights.
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this home was very clean and decorated beautifullythe property was exactly as described and very clean lisa did a great job communicating as wellHost:
property was just as described and owner was super attentive and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
also located in an area great for walkinggreat property walking distance to restaurants and beachgreat place wonderful location would stay againthe location is perfect just minutes from the beacheasy walk to the beach and several restaurants
6. Beach house bungalow (from USD 180)
This rental is a massive beach house bungalow, with a built-up area of 2700 square feet or 250 square meters. It has five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a single half bath. Up to 13 guests can sleep in this house. The owner of the property is happy to rent the house to family groups, or couples but only if the primary renter is an adult above the age of 25. Note here that this rental is strictly not allowed to college groups, a deception will result in an immediate evacuation. USD 50 is a refundable damage protection deposit while smoking and pets are prohibited.
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The living room was comfyThe upstairs bathroom is tiny and shower was uncomfortableit cut off view of oceanthe beach itself was not crowded at allThe bathrooms could stand to be updatedCleanliness:
The vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanI was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalHost:
I was more than happy with the locationThere was some other minor maintenance items that could be taken care of that would make the experience even betterThe condition and roaches together make it a challenge for me to recommendRealtor offered additional parking in their lot to help out Great ladies so helpful and did everything possible to make sure the wedding was a successI was very happy with the locationRead more reviewsLocation:
Perfect location for my elderly parentsNot too close to the Oceanna pier but a great point to walk to and have breakfastLiterally within steps of the Island Grille (We always make reservations before leaving home)and just a short walk to downtownBut we never once had any issues of not being able to access the facilities somewhere in the houseMy family enjoyed the house Great location and easy access to the beach
7. Rental in Atlantic Boulevard
This two-floor rental is situated on Atlantic Boulevard. It has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and four guest arrangement. Both the bedrooms have a large-size television, but the family area has a massive 70” HDTV. The house is equipped with air conditioning and central heating, still, the owner fixed an indoor fireplace because it is beautiful. Complimentary breakfast is provided.
More than just beaches
Another fact about Atlantic Beach that we would like to share is the glorious nightlife. Only in this community, the state has permitted restaurants, bars, and clubs to stay open until the early morning hours. This evolved a night-owl trend in the town. So you can enjoy something more than just beaches and relics. Thanks for coming this far, hope our listing helps.
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