DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.
Oceanfront Duplex | Steps from The Oceanna Pier | Spacious Decks & Stunning Views
Welcome to Whithaven, your beachfront escape! This direct oceanfront duplex is just steps from the only fishing pier on the west end of the island, offering spectacular views and unbeatable convenience.
Owned by the Whitley family, both Whithaven 1 & Whithaven 2 provide a spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped retreat for families, friends, and even your four-legged companions (dog-friendly with an additional pet fee).
Your Beachfront Getaway Includes: 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths – King, Queen, and two Twin beds (plus an oversized L-shaped couch the kids love to sleep on!)
Direct Beachfront Access – Step onto the sand from your private deck
Massive Deck with Ocean Views – Plenty of seating, hotel-grade lounge chairs, picnic tables, and a bar-top railing for enjoying the waves
Enclosed Outdoor Shower – Hot & cold water, perfect after a beach day (great for pets, too!)
Fully Stocked Kitchen – Spices, cookware, paper towels, toilet paper, new cookware, blender, oyster knives and essentials (just bring food & beverages!)
Linens & Bath Towels Provided – No need to pack extras but bring your own beach towels
Private Grill & Outdoor Dining – Each unit has its own gas grill & picnic table
Spacious Living Area – Comfortable seating, flat-screen TVs, and a cozy atmosphere
Thoughtful Upgrades & Modern Comforts:
✔ Recent Renovations – Fresh paint, new ceilings, and increased parking for added convenience
✔ UVC Germicidal Light System – Installed in the ductwork to help purify the air and support allergy sufferers
✔ Keyless Check-In – Secure lockbox system for a seamless, contact-free arrival
Outdoor Living at Its Best:
Private Upper-Level Deck – Perfect for sunbathing or watching the sunset (each master bedroom has access!)
Main Deck with Privacy Wall – Designed for relaxation while still enjoying time with friends & family
Garage Storage – Ideal for bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, or extra gear
Entertainment for Rainy Days – Dartboard, cornhole, and other games
The Best Location in Atlantic Beach
Fishing & Surfing Paradise – Right next to Oceanna Pier, one of the island’s top surf & fishing spots
Walk to Dining & Attractions – Stroll to The Circle for restaurants, drinks, and entertainment
Year Round Dog-Friendly Beach – Enjoy long walks on the wide, clean, pet-friendly shoreline
Adventure Awaits – Rent bikes, kayaks, or paddleboards to explore the area
Need More Space? If your dates are unavailable, check out our sister property, Whithaven 1 (VRBO #666413)—or book both sides for a larger group getaway!
Parking is available for 2-3 cars per unit. If you need additional parking, please contact the owner before booking.
Whithaven is more than just a vacation rental—it’s a special place where families and friends return year after year. Book your stay today and become part of the Whithaven tradition!
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DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large decks next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.
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DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large decks next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No extra parking so use garage when you can.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
NO cats, if dog is 50+ lbs text or email owner
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside on decks is fine, just not inside.
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
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Gather the towels and linens and leave by the alcove table in the kitchen.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We stock toilet paper, paper towels (when available,) zip lock bags, aluminum foil, spices etc.. Please replenish what you use for the next guest.
Pets: NO CATS, dogs are allowed with owner permission and pet fee payment. Keep dogs off couch, beds and contact owner for permission on dogs over 50
House is on septic, use outside showers (hot/cold water) whenever possible for multiple showers in a row. Don't run washing machine during showers.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 666411vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: No extra parking so use garage when you can.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
About the area
Atlantic Beach
Located in Atlantic Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Fort Macon State Park. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Circle Regional Beach Access - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Triple S Marina - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Havelock Station - 28 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 8 min walk
Dairy Queen - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 20 min walk
AB Bottle Co - 2 min drive
Amos Mosquitos - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is DIRECT OCEANFRONT Duplex with large deck next to Oceanana Fishing Pier. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Anchorage Marina, Crystal Coast Beaches and Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access. Circle Regional Beach Access and Triple S Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location and ocean front was spectacular!Walking distance to plenty of sites and restaurants. You can see the sunrise and sunset from the balcony deck. Wonderful time would love to come back.
Mitch M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, enjoyed the beach and were able to walk to many of our restaurants. Please come back for another visit!
This is our second time staying here. Great location,beautiful ocean view, pet friendly, many extras, owner quickly responded to questions. We'll be back next year!
Angie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your visit. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and plan to return next year.
The house was perfect and easily accessible to the ocean. We all enjoyed our vacation and the location was great! Our best family vacation. The owners were extremely nice and offered excellent recommendations. We will rent again for sure.
The place was as described. So often pictures embellish, these do not. Very comfy, fabulous views, relaxing hammock, easy access to many restaurants, Moorehead city, and other nearby towns.
Amy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your visit. I am glad you had a great stay and enjoyed the hammock too! Please come back for another visit.
Lee
One of the best beach vacations we've had! Awesome view! Very nice accomodations; walkable to restaurants and pier; the beach is right in front of you! The views from the balconies are beautiful! Very peaceful and relaxing area, not crowed, but still lots of things for the kids to do. We will definitely come back and recommend to family and friends!
We really enjoyed our stay!! The place was clean, well stocked and clean place. Really an enjoyable stay! The walk to the beach, pier and the near by restaurant was very very amazing.
Elesha S.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again!
Lee
We loved the house. The furnishings were so nice, and the views from the decks were incredible. All the amenities were great plus sleep number beds which were very comfortable! Short walk on a private path from the house, over a small sand dune, to the beach. I hope we can visit again. We loved it! Thank you!
Nancy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2025
We are glad you had such a great stay. Please come back again soon!
This was our family’s second stay and we’ve already booked a third! We love this location and the house has everything you need for a great stay. You will feel at home here while you enjoy the beach!
Great location with recent updates to bedrooms and bathrooms. Loved taking in the views of the beach each morning, and my family and I will definitely come back soon.
We had such a wonderful stay at this property! It was clean, well stocked, and in a perfect location. You will not regret booking at stay at this location.
Bailey J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2021
Thank you for the great comments. Please come again soon.
Everything we wanted it to be. Great accommodations and William was very helpful with all questions and request.
Matthew E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Glad you had a great stay. Hope to see you again soon.
About the host
Hosted by Lee or Dawn Whitley
Our family purchased this duplex in the late 1990's. We have always shared this unit via rentals and love to hear all the complements of the wonderful time everyone has. Since tearing down our old deck and rebuilding with a brand new 3 level deck, the accolades have been very satisfying.
We never get tired of the fantastic sunsets, Atlantic Beach is special for sunsets on the beach. We love sharing our home and know you will enjoy it.
Why they chose this property
Our family is originally from New Bern, NC and even though we now are spread around the southern states and in Germany, coming back to Whithaven gives us the opportunity to stay together when we get a chance to come back to Carteret County. We hope you will enjoy coming back to Whithaven year after year as many of our new friends do.
It's been great meeting so many guests through the years who often become instant friends as they return to Whithaven time and time again. We have several friends for life who started out as guests.
You just can't beat the location and view with the pier close by. You can easily walk to at least 3 restaurants, take a stroll to Fort Macon or the circle. The surfing is fantastic by the pier and our big wide beach gives you plenty of room for fun in the sand.
If you like chilling at the house, the multi level deck is where you will spend most of your time. You can sit in the shade on the ground level or enjoy the sun on the main or upper BR level decks. You've got over 1200 square feet of deck space to enjoy in our of our lounge chairs or grill out on our gas grill and enjoy the sunset.
We also have a wrap around counter top for entertaining, dining or playing cards.
What makes this property unique
The short version, Whithaven is our Happy Place! Our view of the pier at sunrise is fantastic and then to get sunsets along our east/west facing beach is really special. Throw in the fantastic surfing and fishing and it really makes it a unique area. Taking a walk on the pier and looking back at the house is really cool and the pier restaurant is a great breakfast, lunch or Happy Hour and or to be able to grab a quick snack almost anytime. An easy walk to the circle with several restaurants makes this a stress free vacation.
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