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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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Perfect Family Location -  Beautiful  Li...

Freshly refreshed property! Entire home has been remodeled for your stay. Peaceful, peaceful home located just steps from the Neuse River. Fishing pier, and kayak launch. Recreation center steps away as well. Indoor/outdoor pool, exercise...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Cozy 2BR on Neuse River w/ Kitchen + Res...

Feel laid-back comfort at this beautiful 2 Bedroom Condo at Sandcastle Cove, located along the breathtaking waterfront in New Bern, North Carolina. Ideal for families or modest groups, this inviting getaway features a completely equipped kitchen, a...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Crabby Paddy – Ocean Club M104

Welcome to Crabby Paddy – Ocean Club M104 | Soundfront Retreat with Pools & Beach Access! Kick back and relax at Crabby Paddy, a comfortable and coastal 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the sought-after Ocean Club community. Located on the sound side in...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

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...