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.
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.
Visitors taking a stroll through Beaufort can’t help but admire the collection of historic homes and charming city blocks that have been guarding the waterfront for centuries. Many of these structures are part of the Beaufort Historic District...
Welcome to Outrigger Retreat – A Modern Coastal GetawayHOME HIGHLIGHTS:Saturday to SaturdayBed Linens and Bath TowelsArcade and Game TablesFull-Size Washer/DryerPropane GrilleElectric Car ChargerElevatorGolf Cart (seats 6)Hot/Cold Outdoor...
Escape to Emerald Isle and experience the beauty of the North Carolina coast in this impressive 4-bedroom vacation home. Located just a 4-min. drive from the Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier, you'll have painless access to the area's best attractions...
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...
Inside, you’ll find a warm ambiance with touches of coastal appeal that give the home its unique personality. Two of the bedrooms feature king-sized beds, offering plenty of space for a restful stay. The primary king bedroom includes a private...
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...






