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2026 Emerald Isle Ice Cream Guide

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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
Seaside Serenity at Captain's Quarters

Welcome to Captain's Quarters, a coastal gem on the north end of Atlantic Beach. With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and private beach access, this getaway offers the ideal blend of comfort and convenience for families or modest groups. Savor ocean vistas...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Golf Course View Condo W/ Balcony_Pool_W...

Unwind and savor charming golf course vistas from this opulent 2nd floor condo at Shutters On the Sound in Pine Knoll Shores. The condo has a private pool and your reservation includes complimentary direct beach access and use of the private pool...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Spectacular Oceanfront Family Cottage Re...

Graley Cottage exudes all the appeal of a classic beach bungalow from the 50’s but has been refreshed and elegantly furnished to include all the modern amenities. Just a short walk from the deck over the dunes to the beach and surf, Graley...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

4 J's Cafe and Bakery offers cheesecakes, pastries, layer cakes, sheet cakes, personal shortcakes, muffins, scones, cookies, brownies, macaroons, biscotti, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cappuccinos, lattes, chai lattes, and several other varieties of...

Nothing says vacation like enjoying an ice cream after a long and sunny day at the beach, and Emerald Isle visitors can treat their taste buds with a visit to one of the most well-known ice cream destinations in the country - Ben &...

There’s nothing more traditional and beachy than indulging in an ice cream cone or some burgers and fries after a long day on the sand, and  Dairy Queen is a time-tested spot to feast on easy-going fare. Open throughout the summer months...

Emerald Isle beachgoers who want to feast on sweet and salty fare will feel right at home at the convenient and always tempting DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant Emerald Isle. Situated just a block or two away from the oceanfront, and easy to reach...