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Bass East | Oceanfront Half Duplex | Bea...

3 Bedrooms | 2.5 BathroomsBeds: 2 Queens | 2 TwinsAppreciate a memorable beach vacation at Bass East, an oceanfront half duplex offering striking vistas and direct beach access — ideal for families looking to relax and recharge by the sea.This...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
2nd Floor in Resort w/Direct Beach Acces...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.This is a second-floor, point-unit condo with superb ocean and beach vistas. The primary bedroom has a queen bed, a TV, a private bath, and a private balcony. The second bedroom...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

3BR Cottage - short walk to the beach!

Sunflower Cottage – Your Classic Emerald Isle Getaway This appealing 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home is just 3rdrow from the beach, making it a fast and painless walk or ride to the shore! Beach access is right at the end of the street, so...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

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...