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Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Heckman House in the evening, taken from the beach
Coming 'Home' after a long ocean front walk.
Steps to living room on main level
Sun filled great room with uninterrupted view of the ocean.
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
  • Place, Country Club of the Crystal Coast
  • Place, Coral Bay Shopping Center
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 DORM

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

MASTER BEDROOM

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm


Treat your friends and family to this mid-century architectural gem and enjoy breathtaking views of pristine beach and the namesake waters of the Crystal Coast. With so many amenities, including a screened-in porch, outdoor shower, and other thoughtful, practical details, you will have everything you need while you rest and relax the days away on your getaway! The house features striking architectural elements like wood-paneled ceilings, exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the Atlantic Ocean to your doorstep. After beach walks and swimming, enjoy lounging in the cozy living room or chatting with your travel companions on the upper-level patio and screened-in dining porch—the perfect perch year-round for taking in sunrises and sunsets in fiery hues, sipping coffee and watching sea life, or toasting with a glass of champagne. The fully-equipped Heckman House boasts five bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping 10-14, including close and extended family and friends. The layout makes gathering as a group easy with bright, open, well-appointed spaces, including a spacious kitchen, dining room and living area with a game table. The dining table extends with an extra leaf to accommodate more guests! On your way up from the beach, enjoy a private enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower amid the sounds of seagulls and roaring surf. The primary bedroom features a king bed and the same dramatic ocean view on show in the spacious living area. Even the window in the en suite master bath offers the perfect picture of the Atlantic Ocean, with the dunes and the waves to watch. Four additional guest bedrooms offer a variety of options for sleeping; a queen in one, a double bed in another, two doubles and two twins, and another ocean-view king just steps from the sand.

A Location to Love

The house is situated in the desirable Pine Knoll Shores neighborhood of Pine Knoll Shores, on Dogwood Circle, known for jaw-dropping ocean views. Located on a pristine stretch of the Carolina coast between Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle amid a heavenly combination of maritime forest nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the sound, this spot is the best of both worlds with privacy and accessibility, with so much to do nearby. Spend time at this incredibly comfortable 2800 sq ft beach house and enjoy swimming, surfing, fishing and building sand castles ’til dark. Head to Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, nearby Morehead City or historic downtown Beaufort and enjoy everything from pirate tours to ferry cruises, Fort Macon and the NC Aquarium. Shop, explore and dine in a variety of cafes and restaurants. This beloved home, with its unmatched location, is the perfect spot for your Crystal Coast holiday!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pak-n-play and crib available at no cost to you.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please keep pets off beds and furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SMOKING IS PERMITTED on the screened porch & deck

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
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return furniture to orginal location
Make sure the bread drawer is empty
Clean all grills
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No grilling on decks. Do not remove grill from lower level Please clean grill (if used) before checking out.
NO FIRES IN FIREPLACE. It is blocked.
Cancel with less than 90 day notice and we can get another guest, you will receive a 75% rental rate refund. please get travel insurance

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 442771

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Atlantic Beach

Located in Atlantic Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Macon State Park and Beaufort Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Flatwaters Paddling. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pine Knoll Shores, NC

What's nearby

  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Triple S Marina - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 34 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Home with Coastal Charm located?

Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. Country Club of the Crystal Coast is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Ocean views

We stayed at the property for a wedding. Monica was very friendly and even let us check in early. She answered all our questions and helped us find items. The location was great. Right near everything we needed. We didn’t find too many shells but that’s ok. We had a great time walking the beach and looking for some.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelia R.

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

Family Fall Getaway

Wonderful accommodations and a short walk on a private access to the ocean. The ocean view was breathtaking. Being pet friendly was a bonus. Memories were made!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful vacation!

What a great house. The location is perfect, the views are wonderful. Monica is the best, always ready to accommodate.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N., New Orleans

I would come back again and again!

It was the right size, the right number of bedrooms and all the conveniences one would need! And the view was spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Excellent Beach House

Easy access to the beach, charming layout inside. great dorm for the kids perfect great room. Great amenities, fantastic outdoor shower and Monica was the perfect owner who answered all our question. We would love to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

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

Quiet neighborhood

Everything we wanted. Quiet place to enjoy a break from the frantic pace of everyday life.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

A true vacation

This was the perfect beach house for our family. The living area was full of light and amazing views of the ocean. Well stocked kitchen. Plenty of room to gather. Loved our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

amy f.

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

Beautiful and perfect for our family

This property had a beautiful oceanfront view. Nice deck and screen porch overlooking g the water. It is spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. Monica was accessible and quick to respond. The property is older and well maintained and super comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Joanna A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Very disappointed with the cleanliness of this house .. host blamed the cleaning crew but the bathroom were nasty mold on the shower curtain and grout had mold not the cleaning crew fault! Carpets were nasty! The pictures were false advertising for this house will never stay or recommend anyone to stay!! Vrbo should inspect homes before allowing guest to stay!! I paid 6800.00 for the week I should be compensated for the filth!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Where do you live?

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

Best beach house ever!

This house is everything a beach house should be. The views are breathtaking, the house is very clean and comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked, there is an extra fridge in the garage, a screened deck, a deck with partial shade, plenty of comfy deck chairs, plenty of parking and a magical walkway from the house to the beach through a tunnel of scented shrubs. The house is only steps away from the beach giving incredible ocean views from most of the rooms. The master bathroom even features a picture window. The beds are comfortable with soft sheets and we had access to plenty of towels, wash clothes and hand towels. We brought our own beach towels. I did notice there were towels available to use for your dog. I would highly recommend this house. It feels more like you are visiting friends than staying in a rental. It is very cozy and homey.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay, even in the middle of a hurricane!

Our stay was scheduled to cover the weekend of 13 October for our son's wedding. Well, that was not long after Hurricane Florence heavily damaged so much of the area. So long as the house was livable, we still wanted to stay. Monica (owner) openly told us what damage there was to the house (missing some shingles, warped floorboards from the rain damage, and a hole in the garage ceiling). That we could put up with so we were all in. When we got to the house, we could see the described damage, but the house was still wonderful! The view out the back of the house was gorgeous with giant (hurricane strength) windows. We even got to experience the hurricane effect as we got there just before Hurricane Michael came through. The bedrooms were all in great shape and the open kitchen into the family room, along with vaulted ceiling provided a wonderful and inviting atmosphere. The beach was easily accessible and their boardwalk shower / faucet made it easy to clean up before heading back in from the beach. Both Monica and Donna (manager) were great staying in contact with us before and during our stay (i.e., because of Michael). Both were a treat to work with. Our whole family, and the groomsmen that came there to dress, were all overly impressed with the property. Not only would we stay there again, we certainly plan to try and have an annual family gathering there. This will be our spot in Pine Knoll Shores.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is as advertised. It felt comfortable being there, like with an old friend. The beds were comfotable, the kitchen well stocked, and the views great. The beach was very quiet and private. Monica was a great hostess. We would gladly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffaney T.

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

Great for a family vacation!

We enjoyed our stay here so much. The beach is very private. The house is spacious and very well stocked. We were also able to get in touch with someone quickly if we had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Great experience!

The location is great! The beach access is fantastic and there are plenty of items on hand to use. The second garage fridge was awesome to have! The owners are easily accessible, although we didn’t need to contact them. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane F.

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

Monica’s house

We had a wonderful time at Monica‘s home at Pine Knolls. The location is superb. very private beach Just a short walk from the house. The aquarium is worthy of a visit! The house fit the 13 of us very well. And I do recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Emerald Isle beachfront home

Beautiful home with gorgeous views and great proximity to beachfront! Very private with lovely natural shrubbery surrounding home including a foliage covered boardwalk to the beach. Both a covered and sun deck complete with lounge and rocking chairs overlooking the beach. We were there over July 4 and could see fireworks in both directions from the beach. Lots of beach chairs and toys, even a serviceable bike. We're an extended family who likes to cook, and the kitchen could have used more storage space and room to maneuver. Needed more room to store games upstairs out of reach of little ones. Plenty of storage in bedrooms. Overall a wonderful trip! Homeowner, Monica and management crew were exceptionally responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

don l.

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

Simply fantastic

What else is there to say - great host and amenities - great ocean view - beach within 75 yards - nice choice of grills - close enough to amenities rest. Putt putt etc - quiet and dog friendly - what else is there to say ??!! Awesome - thx for sharing your property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Great Spot for R&R

Gathered for four nights with adult children and grandkids to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary. Location! Location! Right on beautiful beach. Ocean lulls you to sleep at night. Watch dolphins swim by as you enjoy morning coffee on the deck. Great screened porch with large picnic table for meals or to play board games. Plenty of outdoor seating. Lots of beach toys and boogie boards and a great outdoor shower and hose to shower everyone and everything off. Fully stocked kitchen with large dining area and plenty of seating in living room. There were 10 of us. Comfy beds. We made ourselves at home, had everything we needed and got immediate response from owner/management if we didn’t. We went into Beaufort NC for lunch one day - 15 min. Drive - lovely little town but otherwise never left the house/beach. Kids in water all day long. The first weekend of May! Gorgeous weather. We couldn’t have asked for more! (Would suggest guests bring their own beach chairs although plenty for the young ones. Or you can carry a few light weight Adirondack chairs from the porch down to beach for the day) Would love to return when we can get the entire family together again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Denise T.

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

Spring stay with pooches.

Heckman House and in particular the owner were wonderful. The house was clean, with plenty of towels (for shower), beds made up with linens. Stayed in the master bedroom which had views of the ocean from the windows and picture window in the master bath. Bed was comfortable and it was soothing to hear the waves at night! Kitchen well stocked with plates, pots, pans, cutlery, etc. There are wine glasses, wine opener, a small shaker and blender. Great beach access—literally on the beach with a walkway from the lower level and steps from the upper deck. The flowering bushes had a lovely fragrance but do need to be trimmed as they were encroaching on the beach walkway but did not impede access (if tall you needed to duck a bit). The upper deck and screened porch were perfect! The deck is gated so we could let our dogs hang on the deck without worry! There is also a grassy area at the bottom of the driveway which works well for “potty-ing” the pups. Beautiful ocean view from the deck and living areas. Plenty of games, cards, beach chairs, etc. Monica, the owner was super responsive to emails via VRBO-as we had many questions during the process. Additionally, upon arrival we found that the grills weren’t in great shape and there was no propane for the gas grill. Emailed Monica the following morning; she answered within the hour and by early afternoon we had a new Weber charcoal grill! Thank you for sharing your lovely home, allowing pets and being very responsive and helpful!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

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

Top 5 Beach Memory

Monica’s place is simply perfect. We have two big dogs and one dog has cancer and we wanted to bring him to the ocean. He is a tripod. Monica is very gracious to allow us to stay. Her house is perfect and reminds me of mine where I grew up in FL. Thanks, Monica!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Beautiful view

Beautiful views. Great location! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Stallings, North Carolina, USA

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

4/29/23-5/6/23

Home was excellent. Exactly as described. Clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris Q.

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

Holiday at the beach

Great ocean front property with beautiful views and abundant space. Throughly enjoyed the beach and layout of the home. Very quiet street and private setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

125 Dogwood

Wonderful location, comfortable house (some upgrades since last year), owner is invested in renters having a good experience, love the light filled spaces.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

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

Fall Retreat for Family Birthdays, Working Remotely, and Relaxing

First time we have rented a place for a week in October and this turned out to be the perfect place for a little bit of everything. Had 3 daughters and two spouses and 2 grandkids for weekend for birthday celebration then rest of week just three adults and small labradoodle. We worked some (some did more than others) worked puzzles, sat on deck watching the water and amazing sunsets, walked on beach, and really took advantage of location and comfort. All but one bedroom have views of beach when you wake up! So nicely decorated with relaxing beach, water, and NC pictures. Fun books to browse through. Quiet private beach with no annoying street lights. Just comfortable in every way with space, all we needed in kitchen, comfortable beds, etc. It is a very special place - very homey. You know, these days some people are fussing about the VRBO owners who ask the renters to do too much cleanup. Our instructions were not to even strip the beds but just to relax have our coffee and enjoy our last morning at beach. These are posted instructions and not just to us. Monica knew there was a big birthday celebration and left a card and bottle of champagne. Indeed we have wonderful memories of the place. And we so appreciate Monica and her sharing her special family place with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Monica L Heckman

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Our family has created many happy memories here on the most beautiful beach in the country. This very special home has been the perfect place to celebrate retirement, new babies, family reunions, Easter, Thanksgiving and even a Spring wedding. We still vacation as an extended family every year. As the family grows, we fill every inch of this home with laughs and good times.
The home was designed for private spaces. You can get away from the activity and enjoy a spot on your own, be it on the hammock, or just in your quiet bedroom.

Why they chose this property

Friends,
My Dad was a beach person and when summer vacation time rolled around, he wanted to go to the beach. Mom was fair skinned and sometimes overruled him, but when they retired in 1980, Dad won the day. They built and retired to the house in Pine Knoll Shores, NC. Dad only had a few years in his dream home and when he passed, Mom, Suddenly alone, moved back to Pittsburgh and her old friends. Since then The HECKMAN HOUSE has been "the beach house" for the Heckman's and hundreds of others, too, guests who come for a week or two and then come back again. These people often act like they own the place and we love that , and understand it.

A lot has changed in the past 40+ years at 125--furniture, carpeting, TV's, appliances and wall colors come and go, but the house and it's main attraction the ATLANTIC OCEAN at your door remain the same. There's bright sunshine and freshness in the Spring, long lazy beach days through the Summer, the best weather in the world come Fall and the solace in the Winter, If you've been missing any of that, or just the front porch, please let us know.

Jock and Monica heckman

What makes this property unique

Breezy screened porch, ocean front views from living room, dining room, kitchen, master suite and master bath. Wide deck overlooks the beach. Outdoor shower. No fuss simplicity and comfort - suitable for all ages. This beach house is forty five years old and has a midcentury modern design. The furniture and kitchen has been recently updated.

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