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2026 Cape Carteret Rainy Day Activities Guide

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A private, wooded home in Emerald Isle, ...

Heart of the Sunrise is a roomy, private, oceanside, saltbox home among the trees with three decks near the Point in Emerald Isle. 3-min. nature walk to the beach on a private path from the neighborhood. Open floor plan on the top floor with a half...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Seaside Villas 1, Almost Oceanfront Dupl...

Oceanside Villas 1 is an nearly Oceanfront Duplex with 4 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths. Located in handsome Atlantic Beach, just one block away from the ocean! Not feeling the beach? Hangout with friends and family at the community pool. The Oceanside...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Discover the charm of the Lucky Pelican,...

Discover the appeal of the Lucky Pelican, a impressive ocean side bungalow located in the heart of Emerald Isle. This enchanting three-bedroom getaway is ideal for families or groups of up to six, offering a serene hideaway with simple access to the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment...