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Swansboro by Candlelight is a cherished holiday tradition that transforms historic downtown Swansboro into a festive winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, and small-town charm. Held annually in November, the event marks the unofficial start of the holiday season on the Crystal Coast, inviting residents and visitors to gather for an evening of shopping, entertainment, and community celebration in one of North Carolina’s most picturesque waterfront towns.
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The Core Sound Chow Down is a popular annual culinary event that celebrates the food traditions, community spirit, and coastal heritage of Down East Carteret County. Held each December at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center on Harkers Island, the event serves as the traditional kickoff to the museum’s Waterfowl Weekend festivities, drawing residents and visitors from across eastern North Carolina.
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...
Welcome to the Bungalows at the Grove featuring 8 gorgeous bungalow style residences located around a swimming pool with pool furnishings. Each property has a covered front porch, two bedrooms and two baths in a 900 square foot living space with...
The Historic Hubbard House – Downtown New Bern CharmStep back in time with a stay at the Historic Hubbard House, a elegantly preserved home constructed prior to 1900 and thoughtfully refreshed for modern comfort. Located in the heart of downtown...
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
Appreciate this entirely modernized 4BR beach home just 500ft from public beach access! Rent the entire home—upstairs and downstairs—for space, comfort, and privacy. Features all-new appliances, classy interiors, and two full kitchens. Ideal for...
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...






