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Emerald Isle Indian Beach Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach Shackleford Banks Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout Cedar Island Harkers Island New Bern
Beautiful Oceanfront Duplex - Perfect fo...

Come swim in the emerald green waters off of North Carolina's prettiest beach. 5 bedroom, 3 bath duplex on gorgeous Emerald Isle. All bedrooms are oceanfront or ocean view. Converted Study (Q) and Cupola (2S) are ideal for families! Central air and...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Ocean Front With Ocean Views

I recommend that all renters take the optional insurance that Vacation Rental By Owner offers that will protect you if you need to cancel for any reason. Freshly modernized high-end studio beach bungalow with charming vistas of the ocean. The ideal...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Oceanfront Elegance w/Private Beach Acce...

Savor comfort, style, and unobstructed ocean vistas in this charmingly refreshed 4-bedroom, 3-bath beach home, ideal for families or couples traveling together. With 2 King beds and 2 Queens, this home comfortably sleeps 8—linens supplied for a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...