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Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge

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Street Side Covered Porch off the Kitchen
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden floors, a sofa, and a coffee table with sunflowers.
A covered outdoor deck with wooden chairs and tables, overlooking a beach.
A room with a large glass window, wicker furniture, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with two green Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with a clear sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Crystal Coast Beaches
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Atlantic Beach, NC
  • Place, Circle Regional Beach Access
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Coast Beaches
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Coral Bay Shopping Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Beach Access Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Enclosed Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge

509 Ocean Ridge is a cozy oceanfront home in Atlantic Beach. The house is situated right on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Our cottage is well-suited for a large family to enjoy time together, with ample room for everyone.
You will enjoy the vintage beach cottage vibe that begs you to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
The open living space includes a fully equipped kitchen, spacious and comfortable living room and large dining table.
Cook your “fresh catch” on the outdoor gas grill. A deck with picnic table is on the front of the house where you and your family can have a relaxing outdoor meal - or just relax.
On the large oceanfront deck, you can enjoy sitting (or swinging) in the shade, or lounging in the sun. Just a few steps off the deck and you will feel the sand between your toes!
The enclosed sun porch next to the open deck with a table and chairs can be used for dining, games, or writing your next novel.
We suggest that you plan your day so that you can catch the phenomenal sunrises and sunsets from one location due to the south-facing beach! Make sure you have your camera ready!
Our home is a short distance from the Coral Bay Shopping Center, as well as numerous fine dining restaurants and coffee houses. Local gift shops, art galleries, and surf shops are scattered throughout the area.
Fort Macon State Park, the North Carolina Aquarium, and several other museums are located in nearby Morehead City, Beaufort, and Harkers Island. Atlantic Beach Town Park is nearby and features mini golf, a skate park, and a splash pad for the young (and young-at heart) crowd.
For the fishermen, opportunities abound, including charter boats, surf fishing, and dive charters. Or explore nearby Shackleford Island or Cape Lookout National Seashore with one of the local ferry services.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
One bedroom has a nursery attached with crib
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No boats, trailers, or campers are allowed on the property.
This property is strictly an animal-free zone due to severe allergies.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 239272vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Atlantic Beach

Located in Atlantic Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Macon State Park and Emerald Isle Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Circle Regional Beach Access - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crystal Coast Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Anchorage Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 27 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lowes Foods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mug Shot Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge?

As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge on 4 October 2026 start from NZ$4,778, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Circle Regional Beach Access and Crystal Coast Beaches. Anchorage Marina and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach front house, great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback. We appreciate you and hope that you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for a family gathering at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2025
Thank you for the review. I am so glad that you and your family enjoyed your Thanksgiving holiday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a terrific home for a group. It was very clean, comfortable, and the hosts were very communicative and accommodating. Great porch for sitting and taking in the ocean views and peacefulness! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Getaway

We had a great time at Atlantic Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2021
Thank you. We are glad that you enjoyed your time at our beach cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific stay!

The house was terrific, check in was a breeze, house was very clean and well stocked. The neighborhood is wonderful and location was just what we needed. Look forward to staying again at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2021
We are glad that you enjoyed our beach cottage. It was our pleasure hosting you. We look forward to having you as a returning tenant.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall retreat

This place will not disappoint…location,location,location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2023
Thank you for the positive review. We are glad that you appreciate our location as much as we do!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Great place to stay. Very clean. Loved the huge decks. Host was very accommodating and helpful to make our trip happen. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2024
Josh, Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure working with you. We hope that you will consider us for your next adventure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce F.

Ideal venue for my family

I recently brought my family down to attend our niece's wedding, and the property was ideal. Well located, in an outstanding neighborhood, and central to everything we needed. Being on beach was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you for choosing our property for your stay in Atlantic Beach, NC. We are so glad that you and your family had such a great time while visiting. We strive to make our home very comfortable for families to enjoy their time together. We look forward to hosting you and your family again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

June D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Wonderful property full of amenities and plenty of room! Beautiful decks on oceanside and street side, great beach access! We have stayed in this home multiple years and always enjoy our time together in this beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
So glad that you enjoyed your stay at the beach house June!!! Looking forward to having you back next year or sooner, whenever that need for some rest and relaxation by the beach calls you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely fabulous

This home was exactly what I wanted. We loved the location and it met all of our needs. Would highly recommend this property to anyone!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
So happy that you enjoyed your stay at our beach cottage Bernice! Keep us in mind whenever you are ready for another getaway to our beautiful coastal community!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and service

The property is ideal for vacationing families, with direct views and access to the ocean, easy access and services close by. The management company is professional, and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you. We are glad that you enjoyed our cottage. We hope to see you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just finished at 4 night stay at this property. We had 7 adults and 4 children with plenty of room. We enjoyed being able to walk on and off of the beach which only had a few people on it because it’s only open to the few houses right there on the beach. We also enjoyed the outdoor showers for when you come off the beach. We utilized the front and back porches which all had plenty of tables and seating. We had a great stay and would love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you Heather. We are so glad that your stay at our beach home was enjoyable. It is our goal to give you a comfortable home for your stay. The beach does the rest! We would love to have you stay here for your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week at the beach

The house was perfect for our family (6 adults and 3 teens). There was ample bedrooms and space for everyone to spread out. We especially loved being beach front and all the outdoor space. We ate dinner on the deck facing the street and then retired to the ocean front deck each night to enjoy the breeze and ocean sounds. We would absolutely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
We are so glad that you and your family had a good stay. We hope that you will come back and enjoy our beach home again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge

We had a wonderful stay at the house! The location is fantastic, and the layout is ideal—honestly, I could totally see pie family living here! One small suggestion I have would be to include a note in the listing about the need to bring your own linens (whether by renting them or bringing your own). It would help make the experience even more seamless for future guests. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Thank you for the great review. It was a pleasure to host you and your guests for Memorial Day Weekend. Thanks also for bringing to our attention the need to include a note about providing your own linens. I reviewed our listing and verified that our linen policy is provided, but I agree that it needs to be more prominently displayed. For future rentals I will make sure I mention this in our communications with our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Meet Up

Our stay was great and relaxing. There were 8 adults and 4 kids in our party and we were very comfortable. Lots of out door covered space to gather, eat and hang out. Walking access to the beach made life easy if you needed to get something from the house. We prepared all meals at the house, due to short stay, with no issue. Communication with the owner/manager was promoted and friendly, and much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2024
Thank you for the positive review. It was a pleasure to be able to serve as the host for your stay in Atlantic Beach. We hope that you will return and stay with us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remember your sheets

The place was in a good location. The house was nice, just a little dated (we had an interior designer staying in the house). We were surprised that the linens were not included. Our experience at other places the linens were included. Plenty of room, and even extra rooms we did not even use. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2025
Thank you for the review and the feedback. Your comments will be helpful in determining how we communicate with our guests in the future, and things we might consider for updating our cottage. We are glad that you had a good experience overall.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marshall P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even Better than Advertised!

Check in was easy. Property managers responded to questions quickly. House was so absolutely immaculate, gorgeous, spacious, and comfortable, it far exceeded our expectations, even though the VRBO posting made it look amazing enough!! Access to the beach was such a short and easy walk. Nice amenities everywhere on the property. It’s clear the house and property are well maintained. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2021
We are so happy that you enjoyed our beach cottage. We look forward to your stay with us in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property on the beach!

Five girlfriends take a beach trip every year and this will be a house we will come back to. The owners were so helpful, the house was roomy and you can tell they visit often because the house had everything we needed and more. The views were amazing and there were two GREAT porches with lots of seating. There was a mixup about the linens and we didn't bring ours. One of the owners came out after her day of work to let us into the personal linens so we didn't have to try and get them somewhere else. She stayed to visit for about 30 minutes and we told her that we could have fit her right into our group. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2021
We are so glad that you and your girlfriends enjoyed the house. We are sorry for the confusion about the linens but are glad that we were able to rectify the situation to your satisifaction.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Griffin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home with plenty of room and easy walk to the beach. The front porch was the perfect place for kids to hang while the parents relaxed on the covered back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
We enjoyed hosting your family and guests. We hope that you will make this your go-to vacation place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay on ocean ridge

Great property, sleeps many, very clean. Amazing porches!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Kelly, I am glad you enjoyed your stay at our beach cottage. Our family loves the porches too. I hope you will keep us in mind for future vacations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Post Thanksgiving Relaxation

My husband and I needed some relaxation after Thanksgiving, and this Atlantic Beach did not let us down. We enjoyed the beautiful ocean views and colorful sunsets. We felt as if we were staying in someone’s family home place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2021
I am glad that you and your husband enjoyed our beach cottage and the surrounding towns. Should you ever just need another getaway, please keep us in mind.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with direct access to beach

The property was very clean and everything onsite was as promised in the listing. The back porch is huge and while we were a family of four this house would comfortably fit multiple families.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2021
Thank you. It was our pleasure to host you and your family. We are glad that you enjoyed the cottage. Please keep us in mind for any future trips.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We could not have been more pleased with our recent stay! The cottage reminded us of bygone glorious summer vacations at Atlantic Beach. We could not have asked for a more perfect place to come together as a family to celebrate the life of my remarkable mother, whose memorial service was held in Morehead City over the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
So glad that we were able to help you celebrate the life of your Mother. Thank you for renting from us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Oceanfront Vacation Experience

The Ocean Ridge neighborhood is one of the nicest in the Atlantic Beach area. The beach house is spacious and very well maintained. We have enjoyed the area for over 50 years. 20 years of that time, family members owned a beachfront home. The remaining years we have rented. For us, some homes have the right feel to them and this property is definitely one of them. The hard pine flooring and paneling in some of the rooms, the large ocean front windows, a spacious eating area and kitchen, multiple seating areas for relaxing, the modern bathrooms, large bedrooms, beautiful sand dunes and much more. And any questions or needs we had were attended to quickly and professionally. This property facilitated a wonderful relaxing time for our family. We highly recommend it.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you. We are glad that you enjoyed your time at our beach cottage. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation House

My family enjoyed this home during our vacation. It is spacious and very clean. The management is easily accessible and quick to respond to any issues. Can’t wait to stay here again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you for staying at the beach cottage. I am glad that we were able to meet your expectations and look forward to seeing you next year!

About the host

Hosted by Gaye Mashburn

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Our beach home is owned by three sisters whose parents, Calvin and Jean Wellons, bought this cottage in 1987 so they could have a place for the whole family to gather and enjoy spending time together. Although Calvin and Jean have both passed away, their children and grandchildren are still making memories here that will last for generations to come.
The Wellons Family has opened their home for others to enjoy and make their own special memories while enjoying the amazing oceanfront at Atlantic Beach. Many of our guests return year after year for their family getaways. It is our goal to provide a family-oriented and relaxing home for you to enjoy all that Atlantic Beach has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This home has been beautifully maintained and is a great place for a large family to be accommodated. There are numerous gathering spaces available for people of all ages to enjoy. There is a large dining room table next to the large kitchen for preparing and enjoying family dinners. There is also a large gas grill for cooking outside. If you prefer to dine outside, there is an upper deck on the front of the house adjacent to the kitchen with picnic tables. On the oceanfront, there is an enclosed sun porch and a large open deck. Inside there is a large family room in the center. It is a very comfortable home to enjoy your vacation!

What makes this property unique

This home offers many unique benefits beginning with its prime location. Inside the home allows plenty of space for groups to gather. There is one sun porch room that overlooks the beach, along with decks on both sides of the house. There is a bedroom that has an attached nursery for new parents. Along with a unique space downstairs that allows the kids room to play and watch movies without intruding on the adults. It is within walking distance of the Coral Bay Club and the Atlantic Beach Circle, and just a short distance to both the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Fort Macon State Park. There are a number of unique restaurants, cafes, and coffee houses sure to suit anyone's tastes that are very near the house and some within walking distance!

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