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Nash Cottage

Nash Cottage radiates coastal appeal and luxury with its prime location on acclaimed Ocean Ridge Drive. This elegant getaway features 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, offering ample space for relaxation and entertainment.Upon entering the first floor...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Second-floor courtyard condo with pools,...

A Place At The Beach offers broad amenities and one of the best family getaways imaginable - there's practically no reason to ever leave the resort grounds! See the excitement on your kids's faces as they approach the outdoor swimming pool and water...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

Colorful studio near the ocean with pool...

This appealing space near the ocean is ideal for a couple or solo traveler looking to relax and discover the handsome surroundings. During your stay, take advantage of the amenities, including a shared pool and WiFi. Whether you're into water...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

An easy walk that is shaded year-round, and can be easily tackled by hikers of all abilities and in virtually any season, the Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail is a great way for newcomers to uncover the more secluded natural landscapes of this otherwise...

Fort Macon State Park

Fort Macon State Park, located outside the eastern borders of Atlantic Beach, is one of the most visited and highly acclaimed destinations along the Crystal Coast, and for good reason. The expansive 389 acre park, which features gorgeous inlet...