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Polay-Polay | Condo 1 block from Atlanti...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.The broad, elegant arc of Atlantic Beach awaits a few hundred feet down the road from this bright, modern condo, a outstanding respite from days spent swimming and surfing. On the...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
All is Swell! Surf, Stay, & Soak It In w...

Welcome to All is Swell, your surf-inspired coastal getaway in the heart of Atlantic Beach. This 4-story, 4 bedroom, 3.5-bath hideaway was designed with families and beach lovers in mind-whether you're chasing waves, soaking in sunshine, or just...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 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...

Pet-Friendly 3BR w/Fenced Yard & King Be...

Savor a comfortable and convenient stay on Park Ave in New Bern. This freshly remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is located just 1.8 miles from downtown New Bern and only 0.2 miles from the YMCA, making it a great fit for family visits, weekend...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Cedar Island Ferry

Experienced Outer Banks travelers attest that a local ferry ride either to or from the barrier island shorelines is a huge part of the fun, and a relaxing 2.25 hour cruise across the Pamlico Sound is certainly a welcome diversion for many road-weary...

Cedar Island RV Park and Motel is the vacation destination that you and your family have been looking for! Our beaches remain one of the few areas along the east coast of the United States that remain completely untouched and in their natural state...

The Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge is a Mecca for coastal fishermen, hunters, birdwatchers, and everyday explorers, thanks to miles of undeveloped terrain in a uniquely coastal location. Found just northeast of Beaufort along NC Highway 12...

Take an engaging horseback ride along the pristine Southern Outer Banks shoreline with a trip to Cedar Island’s Outer Banks Riding Stables. This local horseback riding company may be a little out of the way for Crystal Coast vacationers, but...

Kayakers, mariners, and any visitor who adores an endless waterfront view will want to make a convenient but secluded stop at the boat ramp and launching area at Thorofare Bridge. Situated in the heart of Cedar Island, this little-known destination...