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Pet Friendly, Affordable and private Sin...

Sensational PET FRIENDLY 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Single Family Oceanside Cottage. Modest dogs (under 25 lbs) only with $100 pet fee ( 2 max.). Very private area but only a 5 min. walk to the beach. Recently refreshed to include bathrooms with glass...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
3 Acre Waterfront Retreat sleeps up to 2...

Located on a peaceful dead-end road just mins. from Beaufort's Historic District, this unique property offers the ideal blend of history, appeal, and comfort. Once a church fellowship hall, this cavernous 4-bedroom home is ideal for family...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
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...

Beachfront condo with indoor/outdoor poo...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Amazing on-site amenities and a prime beachfront location are ready to welcome you to this Place at the Beach condo! The resort's outdoor/indoor pool, waterslide, two hot tubs...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

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...