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Beach Combers - Almost Oceanfront 3BR 3B...

This Oceanside 3-bedroom 3-bathroom Emerald Isle home invites you to appreciate everything the Crystal Coast has to offer! Come stay in Beach Combers and savor expansive vistas inside and out, a short 2 min. walk to the beach, and painless access to...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Oceanfront Oasis w/double covered porch ...

Oceanfront Escape at "WaitnSea" - Your Emerald Isle RetreatDiscover the allure of coastal living at "WaitnSea," a delightfully refreshed four-bedroom, two-bathroom oceanfront half-duplex. This inviting home offers the ideal backdrop for memorable...

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

Stunning 2BDR Oceanfront Condo in Peacef...

As soon as you open the front door, imagine seeing the ocean stretching out as far as your eye can see, seemingly countless in its expanse. Step out onto the huge private covered porch, breathe in the salt air, and get ready for a memorable vacation...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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...