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Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Oceanfront! Private Beach Access. Prime ...
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Handsomely decorated condo located in Indian Beach, NC. Very close to Emerald Isle...1st floor unit in the great Summerwinds complex. Master Bedroom has a king size bed with 32' flat screen TV w/ DVD. Guest room #2 has a Queen sized bed and Guest...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Gorgeous Oceanfront 3Br/3Ba Condo w/Pool...

Welcome to your next coastal experience, where it’s five o’clock somewhere and your OCEANFRONT escape becomes reality. Perfectly positioned for beach lovers and adventure seekers, this oceanside getaway is your hideaway to countless sun and...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...

Steps to Beach! 2BR/2BA duplex
4.6
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Want to visit Atlantic Beach without breaking the bank? We have exactly what you're looking for. Our beachfront townhouse comes with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, Roku TV, self check-in, and complimentary parking, and we're within walking distance to...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...

Summer Winds 3BR | Ground-Floor Corner U...
3.6
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Appreciate the ideal coastal escape at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath oceanfront condo in the highly sought-after Summer Winds community. Located on the first floor of Building B, this bright and airy corner unit offers direct access to the beach and...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...

Top Floor Ocean side unit with an ocean ...
5.0
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3 Bedroom 2 Bath. Sleeps 7. Must be Age 25 or > to rent. Vaulted ceilings in Great Room. Both showers refreshed Jan. 2025 with impressive tile throughout. Other remodeling was finished in 2019-2020 with all New Kitchen appliances and granite...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment...

The Oceans Oyster-Hot tub, 5 min to beac...

Have fun with the whole family at The Oceans Oyster! This beachhouse is on the sound w/vistas of the water and only a 5 min walk to the beach. The cavernous home with 3 king bedrooms, 3 baths, enormous additional area w/ sleeper couch & kids twin...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

Beaufort, NC Boating Guide

As evident by the dozens if not hundreds of vessels that are perched along the downtown docks on a daily basis, Beaufort is clearly a community that’s in love with boating. From marine stores in the heart of the downtown area, to water tours...

Spacious family home with extras and roo...

Welcome to Just Breathe! With 7 relaxing bedrooms, each featuring a king bed and en suite bathroom, this property will become your favorite beach destination. Additionally, you will find two additional kids bedrooms; one featuring 2 double/double...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Sound Of The Sea West 105, Oceanfront Co...

Sound of the Sea West 105 is an Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in the Sound of the Sea Community.Located on the first floor of the high rise building, beach access is a breeze! Generous living area with Queen Sleeper Couch faces the ocean with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

Surfing near Beaufort, NC

Life is truly a beach on the Crystal Coast, and visitors to the small town of Beaufort, NC will find that there are a number of coastal shorelines nearby to appease a need for wave riding. From isolated barrier island destinations to popular beach...

Charming 2 BR Cottage Near Downtown New ...

Super comfortable 2BR/2.5BA 40s-era bungalow, roomy & elegantly refreshed/refreshed, in a peaceful beautiful area bordering 2 historic neighborhoods. Just a 5 min drive from vibrant, historic downtown New Bern ( a walkable 1.5 mi) and a 3 min drive...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
J Chalk Designs

Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a...

Rainy Day Activities in Beaufort, NC

Even a town as sunny as Beaufort can be subjected to the occasional rainy day, but visitors will soon discover that a dreary afternoon is no reason to forego the fun in this small town destination that’s overflowing with on-site and...

Broad Street Bungalow | Dog-friendly hou...

Broad Street BungalowOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'What We AdoreHistoric downtown Beaufort is yours to savor and discover at this updated...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.