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Emerald Isle Vacation Rental w/ Resort P...

Feel the best of North Carolina’s coast when you book this 2-bedroom, 2-bath Emerald Isle condo! With dedicated beach access and thrilling resort amenities, this vacation rental offers the ideal home base for your next oceanside hideaway. Soak up...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Ocean Side Beach Condo in Family Friendl...

Pine Knoll Townes are located in Pine Knoll Shores, nearly right across HWY 58 from the NC Aquarium, for painless access to shopping, dining and other recreational activities in either Emerald Isle or Atlantic Beach. These townhouse-style units have...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the...

The Oceans Oyster-Hot tub, 5 min to beac...

Have fun with the whole family at The Oceans Oyster! This beachhouse is on the sound w/vistas of the water and only a 5 min walk to the beach. The roomy home with 3 king bedrooms, 3 baths, huge additional area w/ sleeper couch & kids twin bunk beds...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Newport River Pier and Ramp

The waterfront world of Beaufort, Morehead City, the Shackleford Banks, and everything in between is at a mariner’s fingertips when they launch from the Newport River Pier and Ramp. Located directly on the water in between Morehead City and...

Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors.

Both divers and anglers can get onboard for a wild adventure on the water through Atlantis Charters – a local Atlantic Beach charter company that’s distinctive for its pink fishing vessel, the “Atlantis IV.” On this...

Beaufort is a community that’s best explored from the water, and paddlers of all skill levels can find an adventure or two in store through Beaufort Paddle. Located in between the towns of Beaufort and Morehead City, and conveniently found...

The Curtis Perry Public Park, which is also referred to as the Taylor’s Creek Boat Ramp, is one of the most popular launching areas for local and visiting Beaufort mariners. Located on the edge of Lennoxville Road and Front Street on the...

Harkers Island visitors who want to enjoy a waterfront expedition or just a little time on the sand can head to the Harkers Island Beach and Boat Ramp. Centrally located along the main road that heads to Harkers Island, this popular local spot...

Crystal Coast vacationers who want to explore the surrounding waters in search of the big catches can sign up for a fishing charter through Mount Maker Charters. This local fishing charter business is spearheaded by Captain Chris Kimrey – an...

Captain Corbett welcomes you aboard his 34’ Bonner custom boat. He offers a multitude of trips, so there is something for everyone to choose from. Heading out up to 40 miles and targeting a variety of fish in each area, Capt. Corbett will help...

Fishermen, kayakers, and mariners will all find a reason to return to Town Creek Water Access. This Beaufort water access site that’s located just outside the heart of the Downtown area is a refreshing destination for water fans who are...