Peppertree Atlantic Beach

I used to rate this complex as 5 stars but the maintenance fees keep climbing and Festiva has recently taken over and are trying to get owners to convert to their point system. I think they will tell you anything to get you to convert. I do like the complex itself...the 2 bedroom units are very roomy. The checkin staff can be very rude if you show up before 4:00PM.

We owned three weeks at Peppertree; April, May, and September. Why three? It is a beautiful setting, it's peaceful, has a great beach, 2 outside pools and one inside, great activities for the kids and adults, good fishing, and great resaurants nearby. NEW are elevators. No more climbing stairs. What a blessing. Has a nice game room. Adding workout equipment soon. Everyone is friendly - a great atmosphere. NOTE: This Resort has been taken over by Festiva. We have exchanged our units for points (10/2007). These points can be used at former Peppertree locations as well as locations already part of the Festiva group. We are going to Charleston, SC in April 08 in lieu of returning to Atlantic Beach.

I have been coming to this resort (first phase through third phase) for over 18 years. I am from Beaufort, NC, and have always loved being near the beach and the several pool options. This resort is one of the best resorts as compared with ones in Florida and Hawaii.

we traded thru rci into a 3 bedroom unit which is one of the older units. everything was fine, spacious and a good view. we were on the top floor which i recommend except for the stair climing. carpet needed cleaning or replaced, but had tvs in every room, comfortable beds and overall was a pleasant place to stay, close to shopping and beach

I enjoyed my stay at Peppertree very much. The unit was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. There is no resturaunt on the premises, but there are plenty close by and a grocery store just next to the complex. The beach is quiet--surrounded by single family homes. Great location for many activities. A wonderful place to stay!

As an owner at Peppertree I have found it excellently located to almost every main area of Atlantic Beach activity. There is something for all members of the family to enjoy. I base my 5-star rating on what is available and the immenities offered at Peppertree not as trying to compare the resort to another beach area. I live just a couple of hours away and take advantage of being able to go to the beach for a day that starts out this way:

Drive down early, park at Peppertree, use the dressing facilities getting into beach attire then spending the day at the beach. In the afternoon go to the Peppertree bath house for a shower and dress for the evening of dinner and entertainment. Then take the short drive back home. We can do this all summer even though we only have ownership of a week a year at Labor Day.

I am writing my review while sitting in my unit at the Resort. If you are looking for a place to visit for its beaches and swimming pools, and meticulously maintained units, then you'll enjoy your stay here very much. My seven year old called it "a kid's paradise"

I am in unit 17C. It has a very nice ocean view and also Ocean sound. Less than a one minute walk to the Ocean. The beach, without a doubt, is the best Atlantic Ocean beach I have ever been to, and I have been to many. The water is warm, no sea gulls, no flies, clean, and not crowded at all. The resort has chairs and umbrellas if you want.

At time of check in, my unit was meticulously clean and crisp. Two large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one with an over sized jacuzzi), a huge deck overlooking the ocean on the front of the unit, a smaller deck off the back, 3 television sets with cable TV, and of course a kithchen/dining room/living room area. The unit was very very nice, but not Gold Crown.

The resort is huge. Buildings 15 -19 are the ones close to the beach. The round buildings in the picture appear to be older units. My unit, 17C, was very private, and I could not hear anything at all from the 'neighbors'. The website shows a picture of some round buildings. It appears to me that these buildings are older, and don't look as nice.

On site ammenities that I found useful were -laundromat -movie rentals -activity building were you can borrow games -very nice large indoor pool in case it rains -game room with games, pool tables and air hockey

Also, right next to the resort is a Food Lion. So getting groceries or beverages was not a hassle.

This is a nice place but not five stars.

Emerald Isle is a family style beach retreat. The beaches are beautiful and the water clear. I was surprised to see the visibility during some great diving. Of all places. Divers will be shocked.

The resort was built over three timeframes so there are fair to excellant quality units with most very good. No real good ocean views but nice landscaping. Side trips should include New Bern for a little history and the Ghost stories. I think they may have started there.

Summer provides boardwalk activity but the off season is my favorite for romance. The area has some great food places look for the local license plates. Italiano excellante...

Stayed in newer units (26I) overlooking new pool that has sliding top for summer.

outside hot tub was very nice.

10 min walk to beach (cross 2 lane road, no problem) to special Peppertree area with rentals for chairs and such.

3 story building with stairs only.

Large chain food store within walking distance.

activities for kids and lot to do in area.

Rate this 8.5 out of 10. Check www.tug2.net for more reviews.

hope to get back there soon. Last time was june 99.