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Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach

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Escape to this Tar Landing condo, perfectly suited for family vacations and relaxation. Unwind on Papa Jim's front porch with ocean views, or enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine. With a community pool, clubhouse, shallow kiddie pool and private beach walkway just across from the unit – you'll feel like you're in paradise.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach

Guests at this beach condo building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. The condo has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Atlantic Beach, this condo is on the beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum and Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby. Visit our Atlantic Beach travel guide
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Atlantic Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Board walk and beach pavilion over the sand dunes to the beach.
    Fort Macon State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pier speedboat. A marina lot. This is usually the most popular tourist attractions on the beach.Yacht and sailboat is moored at the quay.Aerial view by drone.Top view.
    Anchorage Marina
    3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Salt Marsh
    North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
    12 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Triple S Marina
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access
    3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Floyd's 1921 Restaurant Bar & Catering
    9 min drive
  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • The Sanitary Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Oceanana Grill & Pier
    3 min drive
  • Southern Salt Seafood Company and Waterfront Restaurant
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Macon State Park and Triple S Marina. Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access and Anchorage Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Papa Jim's Front Porch-Oceanview Condo, Community Pool, 2 min walk to Beach Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

The best experience in the last several years

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family goes to Atlantic Beach every year and this rental was the best experience we’ve had in a long time. Details on how to access the property were very clear and everything within the rental was better than expected.
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10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

The best experience in the last several years

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family goes to Atlantic Beach every year and this rental was the best experience we’ve had in a long time. Details on how to access the property were very clear and everything within the rental was better than expected.
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10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

2024 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family had a wonderful week staying at papa Jim’s Front Porch! The condo was as listed and more. The view was wonderful from the deck. We sat on the swing every day. The property was clean and well maintained. Heather was wonderful to work with!! I would recommend, but would rather keep it a secret..lol! We have been coming down and staying only at Tar Landing on and off since 1987. We spend most of our time at the beach. But do love Amos Mosquito and The Island Grille. We always visit Beaufort and the water front in Morehead City. I gave 5 stars on everything except the condition, but only for a couple things that could use a refresh.
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8/10 Good

Robby H.

Location-Location-Location!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What can I say about Papa Jim's? Amazing views, plenty of beds, and the perfect spot for a family vacation. We have been staying at Tar Landing Villas for 25 years. My family owned a condo there until 2021. It is the best place to vacation on the island in my opinion. The Property Manager, Heather went above and beyond to help us with some issues we had with the cleaners and some things we needed for the condo and she was so kind and helpful. The beach is private and I was really surprised that it wasn't as busy as I thought it would be, which we loved. We normally come down in August but July was great. We love the pool and the views of the ocean were great. We even left the doors open one night to listen to the ocean while we slept. It is a great spot for a large family with children. Thank you to Heather for making our stay amazing! And this is a place we would definitely stay at again!

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

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

Perfect home and beach location!

The home was perfect for our family and the location to the beach can’t be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cory E.

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

Family vacation

Excellent property, we have stayed in several and this one is the cleanest we have had. Will be hoping to book again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., North Carolina

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

Fabulous family beach week!!!

Everything was perfect!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie n.

AB Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great as always. We’ve been going to Tar Landing for 45 years and have stayed at Papa Jim’s porch multiple times. We love it there.

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

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

Summer 2025

We had a wonderful stay at Papa Jim's. There was plenty of room for everyone! Really loved have the extra fridge on the first floor. The view of the ocean was really nice and relaxing. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed. The area was very quiet and peaceful. Would love to stay here again! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa O.

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

Amazing Place

My family and I came down from Montana and this was the perfect size house for all of us. We enjoyed the property and being able to wake up and look at the ocean. The property manager Heather was awesome and very helpful. All in all a wonderful place to stay on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Excellent Tar Landing Condo

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great week, great condo
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10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Great view and location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice condo. Very clean & Close to beach. Heather is very easy to communicate with and close by if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty K.

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

Atlantic beach vacation 2021

Another amazing vacation at Atlantic beach NC. Check in was simple, Heather made everything perfect. I called her with a few little problems, and she sent out Andy right away, and took care it things immediately. . Plenty of space for our family, with room left over.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie n.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newton Family vacation

Loved the condo. We’ve stayed at probably 6 other condos in Tar Landing over the last 40 years and this was our favorite. Best view in the whole complex. The beds already being made was a nice extra touch. Heather was great to work with and very helpful. Can’t wait till next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, kept up well with the exception of the oven not working the last three days of our stay and the stovetop not working the last two days of our stay. Tar Landing is very nice and we love that property, I was disappointed we had to throw out a lot of food upon leaving and we were on a one week vacation so making time for repair people to come i and fix the stove and oven was not something we wanted to wait around for, I feel that we should have been given some money back due to that issue alone, but it was not offered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W., Wilmington, NC

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

Nice Stay

Great property with even better location. Very clean and linens and towels were plentiful! Kitchen is well stocked but they could replace some of the pans that have the finish coming off. VERY small kitchen, so use it wisely! Loved the 2nd fridge downstairs, the filtered water at the kitchen sink and the amazing views. Thanks for sharing your property with us again (also stayed in 2020).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann F.

Funk vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was wonderful as usual. The only suggestion or thing I would say is the pillows on the beds really need to be replaced. They are old and flat. The sheets this year were also difficult bc they are obviously not deep pocket so never stayed on the mattress. Otherwise the unit is just what we needed!

10/10 Excellent

Brenna P.

Awesome rental!

We loved our stay! We have been coming to Atlantic Beach for over 15 years for summer vacation. Our family has grown and we decided to try a new place. The condo was perfect for our group of 9 and we still had plenty of extra room. It was 3 levels, so a great option for families with young kids who want to stay up after the kids are in bed. It was clean, beds were very comfortable, condo was well stocked and it was a perfect walking distance to the beach. Heather was great to work with! We would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Wake Forest

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

Convenient

The condo was well equipped with everything we needed. Very convenient to go to the beach and the pool. It was the best location of the complex. The lighting in the condo was great, but might need an up date on a few fans and fixtures, but that’s just an opinion from a lighting girl. My daughter asked if we could stay at this condo every time we come. So I would say it was a great mini vacation for our family and friends. ❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jenny W., Wilmington, NC

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

Great week being introduced to Altantic Beach

Such a great week in AB while participating in the Big Rock Fishing Tournament. We would definitely stay here again! Great spot, awesome access to the beach and lots of space for a crowd. Some comments below, but great rental overall! Pros: Front door access to the beach Space throughout the condo 2 full refrigerators Very comfortable beds, pillows and bedding Comfortable porch furniture, including a cool swing Filtered water in kitchen Well stocked kitchen Grill, grill utensils and charcoal Comfy living room Property manager, Heather is a gem, so easy to work with, and cares about her owners and guests! Very easy to work with. Cons: Small Outside trash can and dumpster is far away and gets full quickly Small kitchen Kitchen furniture takes up a lot of space, so it's tough to move around during meals Parking - only 2 spots Out of date TVs and Stereo equipment No TV in front downstairs basement (with two trundles)
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020
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6/10 Okay

Lori R.

Papa Jim’s Recent Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Heather was very polite, professional and helpful. Overall, we liked the community and size of the condo. There were a few issues with cleanliness, leaks that caused wet ceiling tiles, trash receptacles that were too small and numerous spiders (on the bottom floor). View was great, and a quick walk to the beach. I’m sure the issues we noticed will be remedied with Heather’s involvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harvey D.

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

Great location, Great view, Great food

very impressed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Excellent Tar Landing Condo

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great week, great condo

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Great place!

This was not our first time staying at this property. It is just as advertised with plenty of space for a family with children to spread out. The place is always clean, the kitchen is well stocked, and the views are amazing. Property manager is wonderful to work with. Very responsive and helpful! We will surely be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juawon K.

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

Our Stay

We had an amazing stay! The only thing we’d say needs to be improved is the age of the TV and remotes. I don’t even think they need to be upgraded to the newest models, but at least a few years newer! Other than that everything was absolutely stunning!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022