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Here Comes The Sun   Ocean side House Em...

Sunny Emerald Isle NC, Beach home is in a family-style neighborhood with beach access at the end of the street. (2 mins. see pics) Oceanside location with a short walk to the beach. House is a peaceful shady spot for that after the beach rest with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Grandview, Oceanfront House in Emerald I...

There is nothing more spectacular than watching the sun set from the deck with friends and family, or waking to the sound of the surf and walking out onto one of 5 bedroom decks to appreciate a spectacular sunrise at Grandview. Grandview features...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Island Express Ferry Service

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...

Relaxing Family Retreat · Poolside Dupl...

Sat-Sat units during summer and NO SUMMER CLEANING FEES!Escape the summer hordes and join Crystal Shoals Vacation Units at the Jackson located in the peaceful, family-friendly The Point neighborhood on Emerald Isle, NC. Totally remodeled in 2021...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

An easy walk that is shaded year-round, and can be easily tackled by hikers of all abilities and in virtually any season, the Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail is a great way for newcomers to uncover the more secluded natural landscapes of this otherwise...