Is Whimsical Whale - Oceanfront Apartment pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is Whimsical Whale - Oceanfront Apartment located?

Located in the heart of Atlantic Beach, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Circle Regional Beach Access, Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail, and Coral Bay Shopping Center. Anchorage Marina and Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Whimsical Whale - Oceanfront Apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

8/10 Good

Marc W.

Sep 24, 2024

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Great stay; on the beach.

Beachfront location and having chairs & Shabumi were great

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey F.

Aug 11, 2025

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Enjoyed our stay. Less clutter and a different eating setup or maybe some TV trays. Loved access to beach and Shibumi. Definitely coming back

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Hib H.

May 27, 2025

Lovely Weekend Getaway

10/10 Excellent

vivian h.

Aug 4, 2025

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The location was very quiet and private . The accommodations were perfect the two of us! It included so many extras , including beach chairs , towels and a shibumi! The owners happened to be in town and were exceptionally nice and accommodating. Would definitely recommend this place … and hope to stay here again !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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10/10 Excellent

mechele l.

Jul 22, 2025

Great Vacation

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10/10 Excellent

Glenda T.

May 26, 2025

Great place to stay

8/10 Good

Heidi S.

Sep 30, 2024

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Great for two people!

Cozy condo on the beach. Nicely decorated and stocked. We enjoyed our visit and would recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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6/10 Okay

Rich W.

Sep 21, 2024

Whimsical Whale at Atlantic Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice, due to mobility issues beach access at the rental was challenging. The height of the protective dunes, at the rental, blocks a view of the ocean. It was quiet at night. Accessible to shops and dining. Outdoor lighting and a parking space was provided.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derick C.

Aug 18, 2024

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Excellent Experience

Great property and great property manager! We had an awesome stay!!!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Aug 3, 2024

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Absolute heaven

Second year staying here. Its a slice of paradise.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

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10/10 Excellent

david r.

Apr 27, 2024

Steps from the water

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: Cute place, pictures are accurate. Nice to be able to walk over the dunes with your coffee for early morning shelling. Clean with a well stocked kitchen perfect for 1 or 2 people. Also nice to be able to walk up the street to The Shark Shack which is outstanding (but get there early it's busy!)

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jul 12, 2023

Want to book Whimsical Whale II next summer!

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: Absolutely loved staying most of the month of June here. I met the owners and they were so lovely and accommodating. Even offered to let me use their printer if needed, given I was working remote while I was there. Access to their storage, use of beach equipment, and outdoor shower were the highlights for me. I only showered once indoors :)

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10/10 Excellent

Jul 11, 2023

Want to book Whimsical Whale II next summer!

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: Absolutely loved staying most of the month of June here. I met the owners and they were so lovely and accommodating. Even offered to let me use their printer if needed, given I was working remote while I was there. Access to their storage, use of beach equipment, and outdoor shower were the highlights for me. I only showered once indoors :)

10/10 Excellent

christie t.

Jul 10, 2023

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Awesome

Absolutely perfect

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Jul 3, 2023

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A wonderful weekend getaway!

This property was exactly what my wife and I were looking for! We wanted a quick weekend getaway with good beach access and this was the perfect spot. Great location, very clean and stocked beyond belief! I’ve stayed at a lot of va action homes but I’ve never stayed anywhere that came close to the amount of amenities that this property provided. All you need to bring are your clothes and some groceries and you will have a great trip! We will absolutely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Jun 30, 2023

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Perfect couple hideaway

Stayed three nights with my wife. Perfect size for a couple. Beach is fantastic.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael T.

May 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Whimsical Whale at Atlantic Beach

Very tiny, no closet or dresser in the bedroom (although, there are storage baskets under the bed). We had to live out of our suitcase by moving it from the bed to the couch to sleep, and from the couch to the bed to relax during the day. There was no counter space in the bathroom. No screens that fit in the windows. Overall, we had a nice stay, just very tiny for the price. It was just my wife and I and I don't know how it would have handled 4 people as the ad says...

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 31, 2022

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Great little beach place!

We loved our stay here. It's definitely not big, but it's a perfect size for two. Just a short walk over the dunes to the beach, and the private patio out back is a great breezy spot to enjoy morning coffee or an evening cocktail (plus the outdoor shower is awesome when you get back from the beach). Everything was clean and ready for our arrival, and when a couple of issues arose (owing in both cases to beach air and metal being natural enemies), the host was readily available to address them quickly. Short walk to numerous restaurants/bars as well. Overall, we loved it and would definitely come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John O., Hendersonville

Jul 8, 2022

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The Art of Decorating

Whimsical Whale is the bottom unit of three story property, and the owners have done everything in their power to make guests feel like they are not staying in a basement. Beautifully decorated throughout the unit with lots of thoughtful touches. Great kitchen, living room, small bedroom and bathroom. I found the bed uncomfortable, but that's probably just me, prefer a hard mattress. We did have trouble with the Wi-Fi, the instructions in the unit were confusing, but we got it worked out. Beach access is a little challenging, but my wife and I are older. And finally like any bottom unit, it tends to be dark but not damp thanks to a large dehumidifier. We probably wouldn't rent this unit again, but all in all it is beautifully appointed property just steps from the beach. It could be your cup of tea.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Jun 27, 2022

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We love staying at the Whimsical Whale!

This was our second stay at the Whimsical Whale. We love the property, location and easy beach access. The property has anything you would need for the beach from ice packs, beach towels, coolers, chairs, etc. There is also a nice little patio on the back with lights to enjoy the evening outside. The place is quite cozy (meaning small). Ideal for two, I think four adults might be a bit crowded. There is no ocean view from the property but we didn't really care too much about that since it is a short walk over the dunes to the beach. The kitchen is well appointed. If you bring your own food, it will have to go on the counter as all cabinets are stocked with kitchen ware. Plan to live out of your suitcase! Storage in the bedroom consists of a few hangers and two drawers of a small night stand. Overall, you will definitely enjoy your stay here!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Jun 2, 2022

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Loved our stay at Whimsical Whale.

Property is as described. It is small but has everything you will need. They provided beach chairs, beach towels, all linens, even shampoo, conditioner and hair dryer. We loved sitting outside in our own private patio. We were thankful for the shimbumi beach shade. We love the beach but the NC sun gets hot! Whimsical Whale is decorated beautifully and very organized. A/C cranks, loved having washer and dryer. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianna T.

Aug 17, 2021

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The PERFECT Escape!!

The hosts really cares to make a great impression! The place was spotless clean, modern and for sure gives a Carolina vibe. They ensured that all was ready for our arrival and emphasized that they were available if we needed anything during our stay. Beautifully designed, decorated and maintained with so many thoughtful touches, we wanted for nothing. My husband and I felt comfortable and "at home" the minute we stepped in the door. It was everything you could want, with the beach mere steps away. My husband and I will definitely be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Aug 10, 2021

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Wonderful getaway!

Other than a glitch with our check-in (managed by property mgt company) we had a wonderful getaway at the Whimsical Whale. Small but perfect! Private beach access. Beach is not crowded at all at this location! Anything you need for your beach getaway is provided - towels, coolers, shibumi shade (we loved this!), etc. Kitchen is very well equipped with anything you need. Close to several good restaurants. We recommend the Island Grill and Table 9. We had a couple things that needed to be fixed while we were there and the owner took care of them immediately. I would definitely return to this location! We had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald V., Hillsborough

Aug 1, 2021

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A perfect little hideaway at the beach

We were delighted with Whimsical Whale II - it was perfect for the two of us, and for our son and his gf to stay with us for a day at the beach. Every little thing has been thought of, and there’s not a bit of wasted space.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

Jul 26, 2021

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Anniversary Trip

So great, exactly what my wife and I wanted. Walk to the beach was so easy, they had EVERYTHING we needed. The Shibumi shade was GREAT. The home was cozy and cute. This was a perfect weekend getaway to celebrate us and perfect for what we were looking for. We wanted to be close to the beach, set apart from the crowd, and have our minimal needs met. Our needs were exceeded and our wants fulfilled.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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