Title: Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=10857&destination=Atlantic+Beach%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=104747937&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) ## Photo gallery for Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) ![Outdoor dining - Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) (Atlantic Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104750000/104748000/104747937/7f86709d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) (Atlantic Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104750000/104748000/104747937/7a936595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) (Atlantic Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104750000/104748000/104747937/5a375b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) (Atlantic Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104750000/104748000/104747937/d0d0e811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) (Atlantic Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104750000/104748000/104747937/eec8345d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled along Ocean Ridge Drive, this oceanfront gem offers coastal bliss. Step onto the expansive deck to savor panoramic ocean views and salty breezes. With four bedrooms, three baths, a luxurious primary suite and spacious guest accommodations, comfort abounds in this thoughtfully appointed interior. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81953 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) Nestled along Ocean Ridge Drive, this oceanfront gem promises coastal bliss. Upon entry, an open living room and updated kitchen welcome you, filled with natural light and modern amenities. With four bedrooms and three baths, including a luxurious primary suite and spacious guest accommodations, comfort abounds. Step onto the expansive deck to savor panoramic ocean views and salty breezes. Whether lounging under the sun or dining al fresco, this oasis offers endless relaxation. This property epitomizes coastal living at its finest, with thoughtfully appointed interiors and prime location. Prepare for a journey of seaside serenity and timeless elegance in this exquisite retreat. BED CONFIGURATIONS: 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, and 2 Twin Beds LOCATION: 303 Ocean Ridge Drive Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 WHAT IS PROVIDED: Spectrum Rental Properties will provide sheets and bath towels. Beach towels and equipment is not provided. If you would like information on beach equipment rentals, we are more than happy to provide you with a list. Properties will be provided with a starter kit in each full bathroom and kitchen. Each kitchen starter kit will contain a small bottle of dish soap, two dishwasher pods, sponge, and two fragrance free laundry pods. The kitchen will also have one extra trash bag Each bathroom starter kit will contain a travel size shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, makeup wipe, and body bar. Spectrum Rental Properties is unfortunately not able to provide additional boxes/bags. This is a starter kit; anything additional will be guests responsibility to provide. OTHER NOTES: \-Fireplace is for decoration only \-No pets allowed \-No smoking allowed ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shampoo - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,953 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, 4 Bedrooms | Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115994900/115994860/db3e2e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Highsmith Cottage 4 Bedroom Home Atlantic Beach - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=115994860&PinnedHotelID=115994860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Living area | Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115994900/115994851/4d3bba82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sutton Cottage 5 Bedroom Home Atlantic Beach - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=115994851&PinnedHotelID=115994851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 4 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93400000/93394100/93394007/717713cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shearwater 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Atlantic Beach - Dryer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=93394007&PinnedHotelID=93394007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Living area | Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115994900/115994886/25d84114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Taylor Cottage 5 Bedroom Home Atlantic Beach - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=115994886&PinnedHotelID=115994886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 4 Bedrooms | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115994900/115994805/8f59e5d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Joyner Cottage 4 Bedroom Home Atlantic Beach - Washer - Dryer - Parking included - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=115994805&PinnedHotelID=115994805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109712100/109712065/3b0b61d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Posh Pelican 5 Bedroom Home Atlantic Beach - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=109712065&PinnedHotelID=109712065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93400000/93395600/93395591/72ae9a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blount Cottage 5 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Atlantic Beach - Dryer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=93395591&PinnedHotelID=93395591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 6 Bedrooms | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93400000/93394100/93394079/w1024h675x0y3-8419d5f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nash Cottage 6 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Atlantic Beach - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=93394079&PinnedHotelID=93394079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101070000/101067100/101067087/5ba8ae53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hook Wine and Sinker, Oceanside House in Atlantic Beach, NC! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the neighborhood Located in Atlantic Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail and Fort Macon State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and North Carolina Maritime Museum. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Flatwaters Paddling are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching. [Visit our Atlantic Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Atlantic-Beach.dx10857) [View more Vacation Homes in Atlantic Beach](https://www.expedia.com/Atlantic-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10857-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.69810%2C-76.74937&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jO8-dKq5uL2dw7buMfajBBTqv3g=) Atlantic Beach, NC ### What's nearby - ![Woman standing on boardwalk in marsh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561872355/7b9a17d3-5715-4892-8411-88ef36ea4d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181267/771dfa6c-897a-4593-8b49-bf23f7a562d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Anchorage Marina 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Coral Bay Shopping Center 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Crystal Coast Beaches 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Circle Regional Beach Access 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Havelock Station 29 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - Dunkin' 5 min drive - Circle K 2 min drive - Oceanana Grill & Pier 3 min drive - McDonald's 10 min walk - The Bite at the Box 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home)? ### What time is check-out at Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home)? ### Where is Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Highsmith Cottage (Oceanfront Home) Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inett C. Nov 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach house bliss Everything was wonderful, had a few days alone with my better half, and then our guest arrived. It was just the best ##### Inett C. 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