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2026 Atlantic Beach Nature Spots Guide

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Sun Life West - Oceanfront-Secluded-beau...

Oceanfront Duplex, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. King * King * Queen * 2 Singles. Island Club linen service with beds made. This fresh property with its quality furnishings and décor gives an unbeatable vacation experience for your family and friends...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The Sand Castle, Oceanside House in Atla...

Come experience true oceanside bliss at The Lookout in the Grove! The Lookouts at the Grove offers the ideal blend of relaxation and convenience, featuring a community pool just steps from your front door ideal for a invigorating dip or calming in...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Why Knot Getaway. Emerald Isle Oasis

** 2026 Updates: New Paint, Queen Mattresses, GOLF CART available for additional fee** Quaint bungalow with delightfully landscaped grounds and a private HEATED pool in the backyard; NO ADDITIONAL FEE TO HEAT POOL. When not appreciating the ocean (2...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...

Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to...