There’s a host of reasons to explore a creative side, as well as the picturesque Swansboro waterfront, at the Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. This unique and day-long festival has a wealth of activities, entertainment and enticements for everyone in the family, and with plenty of food, crafts, children’s activities, shopping opportunities and more, the festival is sure to be a highlight of any Crystal Coast vacation.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 12th year in 2026. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
Located on the edge of North Carolina and serving as a midway point between the Outer Banks and the Crystal Coast, Cedar Island is a relatively undiscovered gem that feels miles away from the rest of the world. Close to historic and natural...
Majestic Ocean Vistas, most spectacular sunsets, a great cafe, bicycle units, private gated parking. One walking block to the beach, wagon supplied to bring coolers to the beach! Two stories but three levels with broad decks off the kitchen and...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
This 4‑bed, 4‑bath duplex offers space and vistas for up to 8, featuring a King and 3 Queens with linens included and beds made for you. Kick off beach days on the broad living level with open kitchen and deck access, then relax in the hot tub...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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...
Recent Upgrades:- Granite countertops- Kitchen cabinetry- New dishwasher and sink- New range- New 55" TV in the family area- New queen bed in the master bedroom- New sliders in the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms- New Beverage cooler- Balcony with new counter...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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...