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The Simpson-Noe House in Beautiful Histo...

Charming, historic home located in one of North Carolina's most photogenic towns. This home offers a blend of classic Southern architecture and modern amenities, making it an ideal getaway for those seeking comfort and style. The home features a...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Oceanfront 2 BR Duplex East w/ Stunning ...

Walk out your bedroom door directly to the beach! Or just lay in bed watching and listening to the waves. Upstairs, savor the unobstructed vistas of the vast ocean from the newly remodeled, comfortable and cool living room. The island is just a few...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

Pier Point 5B3, Oceanfront Condo in Emer...

Pier Pointe 5B3 is a generously decorated Third Floor Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo. Recent Updates Include:-All new appliances in the home-New floor throughout-New light fixtures throughout-New Linens-New Artwork-TVs have been refreshedBedroom...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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 impressively grand Tryon Palace is easily one of New Bern's most famous local attractions. With a central location on the outer edges of downtown, and bordering acres of riverfront, this historical recreation of a late 1700s governor's palace...

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.