There’s a host of reasons to explore a creative side, as well as the picturesque Swansboro waterfront, at the Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. This unique and day-long festival has a wealth of activities, entertainment and enticements for everyone in the family, and with plenty of food, crafts, children’s activities, shopping opportunities and more, the festival is sure to be a highlight of any Crystal Coast vacation.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 12th year in 2026. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
Trace the historic roots of Harkers Island and its centuries-long life on the water with a visit to the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center. Located in the heart of Harkers Island along Island Road, (an authentic Crystal Coast...
Escape to the ultimate oceanside getaway at Beach Allure West, your striking four-bedroom, three-bathroom oceanfront duplex in Emerald Isle. Savor the serenity of direct beach access, relax in a private hot tub, and savor the coastal breeze on the...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
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Private Beach Access. Short walk to the beach or a short drive to a private beach front parking in the gated beach front lot with showers onsite. Walk to stores, eateries & nightlife. Quick walk to the Cedar Street Pier on the sound. Linens...
- Emerald Isle
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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...
Top floor Master suite- king bed with private balcony with ocean view. Top floor Master bath- double vanities with walk in tile shower, 2 closets, and 1 linen closet Top floor living area - sleeper couch and chairs with tv Top floor living area...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
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...