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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 Oceanfront Condo at Pebble ...
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We strongly encourage our guests to purchase trip insurance in case their vacation has to be cancelled or altered for any of a variety of reasons. Consumer Reports recommends InsureMyTrip. Vacation Rental By Owner also offers trip insurance. Our...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Charming Beaufort Getaway: Walk to the W...

Located along the Crystal Coast lies this comfortable 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental! Spend mornings preparing a delicious homemade breakfast in this home’s entirely equipped kitchen. Then, venture out on a guided boat tour to watch wild...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

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...

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Our charmingly refreshed ocean view condominium is located in the "Sound of the Sea" condominium complex in the heart of town. The condo is a 2 story walk up that has unobstructed vistas from the 2 private decks. "Sound of the Sea" is a gated...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Oceanfront Escape - Oceanfront House in ...

Oceanfront Escape is a 5 Bedroom 4 Bath Oceanfront Home located in Pine Knoll Shores. Are you looking for the ideal place to Escape to and savor your week long vacation? If so then you have found the right place! Oceanfront Escape is equipped with...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...

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The ideal vacation awaits in this 3 bedroom 2 bath Pebble Beach Condo. In this gated community, you will savor convenient private beach access, two outdoor pools, a year round heated indoor pool, exercise center, kiddie pools, tennis courts and...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment...

Otter Banks Retreat- Sound Front Home in...

Sound Front home in Beaufort, NC with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Bed Configuration: 1 K, 1 Q, 2 Twin XLCome experience what Travel, and Leisure magazine has called "America's Favorite Town", by staying at Otter Banks Retreat! This sound front home...

  • Beaufort
  • 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...

History of Morehead City

Though not as old as some as its neighbors - like the adjacent and more than 300-year-old town of Beaufort – Morehead City nevertheless has a unique history that’s evident around every waterfront corner. Envisioned by a governor, and...

Beautiful beach views with top floor liv...
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Stunning vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from the top floor living area. Stores and dining options directly under the units make this property rare in Emerald Isle and all of the Crystal Coast. Whatever you appreciate doing at the Beach, do it in...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cozy 2-bedroom apartment in charming Atl...

Make yourself at home in this 2-bedroom Atlantic Beach getaway. This apartment features a ideal blend of comfort and style, with a queen bed, bunk bed, and couch bed to accommodate all guests. Savor the convenience of WiFi, AC, and heating during...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 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...

Top 10 Things to do in Morehead City

There’s much more than meets the eye in Morehead City. Though the town is known in most beach-going circles as the place to shop and dine before hitting the sand, Morehead City also has a treasure trove of attractions and activities that will...

Nautical Getaway
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Uniquely designed but fits all! Nautical Getaway is a handsome sound front home located in Beaufort, NC that will effortlessly accommodate 8 guests. The home offers privacy and serenity and features its own private dock! Ideal for the family or a...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
J Chalk Designs

Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a...

Crystal Coast Fishing Guide

The Crystal Coast is a well-known paradise for anglers, thanks to miles of water in every direction, and a famed distinction as the locale for some of the biggest fishing tournaments along the East Coast. From heading miles offshore to target the...

A Place at the Beach Unit 167

At A Place at the Beach you’ll be close to all the action in Atlantic Beach, including the impressive beaches, eateries, stores, and other beachside attractions. We have a 2 bedroom 2 bath furnished condo with a completely equipped kitchen, wifi...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...

Visitors can enjoy a quiet view of the Calico Bay and Newport River from this refreshingly secluded spot that’s tucked away on the outskirts of the downtown Morehead City area. Conchs Point is a public water access point, but it also has a ton...