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Coastal hideaway in downtown Beaufort. W...

Savor this 2-bed, 2-bath hideaway located one block from the waterfront in Beaufort's historic district. This residence is located in a striking historic home with a separate entrance and private yard. Easily walk to all downtown attractions, stores...

  • Beaufort
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Ocean Reef 3-A1, Oceanfront Condo in Eme...

Ocean Reef 3-A1 is an Oceanfront First Floor 2 Bedroom in the unique Tudor-styled gated condominium complex Ocean Reef with many recent updates in the last 3 years!It comes with a stackable washer and dryer, stove, microwave,3 huge flat-screen HDTVs...

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

Agape West, Oceanfront Duplex in Emerald...

Agape West is conveniently located within walking distance to the fishing pier, eateries, and other interesting sites. This duplex has Awesome Vistas of the Ocean and offers a Booster Chair for kids, Security Lighting, Ceiling Fans throughout, and a...

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

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Isle vacationers don’t have to venture too far to discover an entirely different coastal environment via the community’s newest park, Emerald Isle Woods Park. Located just off of Coast Guard Road, and only a few blocks away from...

Head to the very western edge of Emerald Isle to discover an iconic spot that’s been popular with longtime vacationers and locals alike – The Point. This informally named stretch of beach is where the borders of Emerald Isle ends, and...