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Oceanside Home with Elevator in Atlantic...

Welcome to Once Upon A Tide, a modern 4-bedroom, 3-bath home ideally located within walking distance of beach access. This modern getaway features a roomy open living room, ideal for entertaining and family gatherings. The sleek, modern kitchen...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Pet Friendly, Oceanside Interior Home Pr...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:Bed Linens and Bath TowelsChild GatesGas GrilleGolf CartHigh ChairPet FriendlyPorta-CribPrivate PoolWiFiFull Size Washer DryerDETAILSThis cozy 3 bedroom home offers a golf cart, private pool, cavernous living room, comfortably...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 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...

The Sandlot- OCEANFRONT House w/ Pool & ...

The Sandlot -Stay right on the beach! Located just steps from the Atlantic Ocean is this completely refreshed 8 Bedroom, 6 Bathroom bungalow that sports striking vistas, an oceanfront pool, hot tub, and cavernous oceanfront trex deck. The home is...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Emerald Isle vacationers who want to explore the wide waters of the Bogue Sound via a kayak, paddle board, or kiteboard rig can head to Cedar Street Park. This soundside park that’s almost hidden among the neighboring beach homes may be tucked...

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...