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Direct oceanfront/ A Place at the Beach

Stunning top floor oceanfront condo at A Place at the Beach. Finest possible vistas but don’t worry about steps, there is an elevator for painless access. 2 bedroom unit w/ King bed in one bedroom and 2 twins in the other. Tv in bedroom and living...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Charming 3-bedroom farmhouse with WiFi, ...

Escape to this relaxing family getaway! Savor a roomy kitchen, comfortable beds, and a peaceful ambiance. Just 700 feet from the Core Creek Marina and boat ramp. It’s ideal for fishing and beach fun. End the day with a BBQ in the backyard—your...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

5BR, Ocean Front, 1/2 Duplex!

As you arrive, you'll savor the convenience of the ground level, which includes a covered carport, an enclosed hot and cold outdoor shower, and both charcoal and gas grilles for all your cookout needs. The elegantly landscaped yard provides a ideal...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

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...

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...