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Spencer Cottage, Charming Home Near Down...

Welcome to Spencer Cottage — a peaceful, light-filled home in New Bern’s historic Ghent neighborhood.Just 1 mile from downtown (an painless walk or 5-min. drive), this thoughtfully designed bungalow blends classic Southern appeal with modern...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private...

Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor ShowerSavor the best of both worlds — a calming, charmingly refreshed bungalow just a short drive or walk from the beach, paired with exclusive complimentary private oceanfront...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 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...

Casa Del Sole, Oceanfront House in Emera...

Vacation in this Ocean Front Luxury in the heart of Emerald Isle! With 7 cavernous bedrooms and 7 full baths, Casa Del Sole offers plenty of room for the whole family! An elevator is available to all levels, making the reverse floor plan a breeze...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...