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4 BR SOUNDFRONT HOME- PINE KNOLL SHORES ...

You will appreciate the Crystal Coast in this conveniently located 4 Bedroom 2 Bath bungalow located directly on the intercoastal waterway in family-friendly Pine Knoll Shores. This entirely furnished home comes with a full-size kitchen equipped...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Peaceful 3BR/2.5BA home, easy walk/bike ...

Unwind and appreciate fun in the sun at Emerald Isle beaches with the whole family at this comfortable 3BR(plus additional room)/2.5BA bungalow that is just a short 10-12 min. walk to the beach. Located on a peaceful side street of the island, this...

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

Spacious Loft on Middle Lane in Historic...

Come to Beaufort and leave your car parked for the entire stay. Steps from historical landmarks, ferry transportation, shopping, and award winning eateries and bars this Middle Lane hideaway is ideal for those who want to be in the heart of the...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

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...

Hitting the seashore in Atlantic Beach is an easy venture, thanks to a number of local public beach accesses, including the sprawling Picnic Street Park. With a prime locale that straddles the borders of the Fort Macon State Park and the town limits...