General Features[>
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- 3 bathrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Area rugs in public areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Basketball nearby
- Bathtub or shower
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Bed sheets provided
- Blender
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Children's games
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Fishing nearby
- Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Hair dryer
- Handrails in stairways
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Heating
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Iron/ironing board
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Marina nearby
- Microwave
- Near the sea
- No elevators
- No pets allowed
- On the beach
- Onsite parking
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor pool
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Shared/communal pool
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Stovetop
- Swimming nearby
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Washing machine and dryer
- Sleeps 8
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Condo
- Approximately 1850 square feet
Welcome to The Sandy Turtle at Tar Landing Villas!
Steps to the sand and surf, this bright and cavernous 3BR/3BA coastal hideaway offers the ultimate Atlantic Beach vacation. With private beach access, and a unique multi-level layout, it’s the ideal getaway for multi-generational families, multiple couples, or groups of friends looking to make lasting memories.
In accordance with community guidelines, all reservations require a minimum stay of 7 days.
What Our Guests Are Saying:
"Our favorite part was being just a short walk from the beach."
"The beach was just a short walk from our front door, and we often felt like we had it to ourselves... The beach was never busy."
"Beach access was nice and visited Fort Macon State Park (next door)."
"...gorgeous vistas of the ocean. Great location near to both Atlantic Beach and the peaceful trails around Fort Macon."
"The layout gave everybody plenty of space. The first level worked ideally for our daughter's family — it felt nearly like a private apartment."
"Right before Ft. Macon State Park, which added to the sense of privacy and tranquility. The beach was never busy."
The Space & Layout:
Spread across three distinct levels, our layout comfortably sleeps 8 while giving everybody their own space to relax. Each level features its own bedroom and bathroom!
Top Level (Primary Suite): Features a King bed, en-suite bathroom, and a private balcony with partial ocean vistas—the ideal spot for morning coffee.
Main Level: Features a Queen bed, full bathroom, a entirely-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and bar seating, and a comfortable living area with a Intelligent TV, high-speed WiFi, and a sunny deck.
Ground Level: Acts as a private suite with a Queen bed, full bathroom, and a secondary living area featuring a pull-out couch.
Beach & Outdoor Conveniences:
Private Beach Access: Just a 3-min. walk to the sand via a private boardwalk—no busy public parking tons!
Beach Gear Supplied: 8 beach chairs
Grilling out: Appreciate access to a Weber grille for family cookouts.
Tar Landing Community Perks:
Free parking for two cars in our secure, gated neighborhood.
Access to a seasonal community pool, kiddie pool, outdoor grilling area, and a basketball goal.
Unbeatable Location:
Steps away: Fort Macon State Park (ideal for hiking, history, and impressive inlet vistas).
4 mins.: Amos Mosquito's for fantastic coastal cuisine.
10-15 mins.: Morehead City's waterfront dining and Beaufort's historic waterfront & NC Aquarium.
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
Nearby Restaurants
- Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant - 1.9 miles
- Oceanana Fishing Pier & Pier House Restaurant - 1.2 miles
- Amos Mosquito’s Restaurant & Bar - 1.6 miles
- Island Grille - 1.8 miles
- Ruddy Duck Tavern - 1.9 miles
- Sammy’s Seafood House & Oyster - 1.9 miles
- Beach Bumz Pub & Pizzeria - 2.0 miles
- Southern Salt Seafood Company and Waterfront Restaurant - 2.0 miles
Nearby Activities
- Fort Macon State Recreation Area and Picnic Park - 0.2 miles
- Radio Island Beach Access - 1.7 miles
- Conchs Point - 2.2 miles
- Shackleford Banks - 2.5 miles
- Beaufort Old Burying Ground - 2.6 miles
- Fort Macon State Park - 1.0 miles
- The Circle at Atlantic Beach - 2.3 miles
- North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - 2.5 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 2.5 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 4.5 miles
- Going Coastal Winery - 2.4 miles
- J R Dunn Jewelers - 2.7 miles
- J Chalk Designs - 3.1 miles
- Beaufort Olive Oil Company - 1.9 miles
- Seaport Antiques - 2.0 miles
- Taps & Tackle - 2.0 miles
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