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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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Seabiscuit-Oceanfront Home with Private ...

Perched gracefully on the ocean's edge, this four-story coastal sanctuary that has been newly refreshed with new floor, new furnishings, new bathrooms & new paint, offers an enchanting blend of luxury and oceanside appeal. From its sun-drenched...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Walk to Beach | Bikes + Dog Friendly

Classic beach bungalow appeal meets modern coastal comfort—just a short walk to the sand! Dog-friendly with bicycles, outdoor dining, cornhole, and a separate downstairs hangout space ideal for families and friends.HighlightsShort, painless walk...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

Hark the Sound | Soundfront 4BR w/ Priva...

Welcome to Hark the Sound, a peaceful soundfront getaway tucked away on Archer’s Point in the heart of Emerald Isle. This appealing bungalow offers handsome vistas of Bogue Sound, a private pier, and multiple outdoor living spaces, making it the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...

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...