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2025 Atlantic Beach Educational Activities Guide

Fort Macon State Park

Fort Macon State Park, located outside the eastern borders of Atlantic Beach, is one of the most visited and highly acclaimed destinations along the Crystal Coast, and for good reason. The expansive 389 acre park, which features gorgeous inlet views, fantastic beaches, and plenty of history in plain view around every sand dune, always tops the list of Crystal Coast attractions that can't be missed.

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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 company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.

Southwinds F10 Oceanfront Complex Direct...

Southwinds F10 is a non-smoking 2 bedroom/1.5 bath condo located on the 2nd floor. Unit is oceanfront with vistas of the ocean. The condo has a full size kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, and blender. A washer and dryer are also located in the condo. There is wireless internet, 2 TVs (one in the living room and one in the main bedroom). The main bedroom has a king size bed. The second bedroom has a queen size bed and a bunk bed with a twin on top and twin on bottom. Southwinds does not allow renters to have family pets. This unit is available for weekly and partial weeks with a 2 nighttime-minimum stay. Please contact for prices on partial weeks. Prices include departure maid service and admin fee. Linens and trip insurance are optional and available for additional costs. Tax is 12.75%..

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach today.

Mother-in-Law Suite Upon Request! 0.4 mi...

Consider this home your home away from home while you visit Emerald Isle. Our Home is located walking distance to the Beach! Just 0.4 mile/10 min. walk to a more private beach access. Take a 6-min. walk to EI Woods Park to go fishing or walk the trails. Listen to the ocean waves from our home, or relax and take a nap on our comfortable porch. Rent a golf cart, bicycles, Kayaks from a local business, and savor nature close by! Please contact the Host for details on booking with or without Mother-in-Law Suite. Host would never rent the Downstairs to strangers, if you do not reserve it, only host will have access. Home sleeps 7, and a total of 11 with Downstairs Suite. Contact Host for details. Note: Steep Stairs. We look forward to welcoming you to our place!

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
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 is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.

OCEANFRONT Cottage with Covered Deck,  P...
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Classic Carolina Oceanfront... not many left! Finest Deal for oceanfront available! If you want to come and stay ON the beach this is for you. We are located on an uncrowded part of Emerald Isle. This bungalow was constructed in the early 1970s by a lumber mill owner with cypress lumber in and out. Wood floor with great clean new feel without sacrificing the classic bungalow style! Arguably the best deck around. We provide all the linens, you bring your bathing suits.This is a four bedroom, plus loft, and three full bath home. The beds are two kings, one queen, 2 doubles, and two twins. Five TVs. Grand deck with rockers for countless vistas. Come play and relax. Pick your days... not just Sunday to Sunday! Want eight days... if we have it, you can rent it! It's your vacation. We are flexible with shorter stays. Send an e-mail request.New for 2020 rental season- roof, decks, sliding doors, floor, exterior paintNew for 2023 rental season- HVAC, AC paved parking areaWest side of home(King oceanfront bedroom, with Jack and Jill Bath, and Queen street side bedroom)East Side of home(King oceanfront bedroom, with Jack and Jill Bath, and Double and Twin street side bedroom)And Loft has a Double and Twin3rd full bathroom downstairs by utility roomPayment with credit card thru the Vacation Rental By Owner website only. Any other request is a SCAMMER.Keywords: Oceanfront Cottage

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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.

A Salty Kiss. Spacious Oceanfront Luxury...

Oceanfront Cottage, 7 BR, 8 ½ B. K * K * K * Q * Q * Q * Q, daybed * B (D down, S up). Sand Castle Club linen service with beds made and No Worries Comforters. Oceanfront 10' x 25' swimming pool. Heated pool is available for an additional $600 per week. Hot tub. This charming home features a floor plan with splendid view of the ocean and the sound, cavernous primary suites, and additional sitting rooms for reading or calming. All bedrooms include private bathrooms and 10 ft. ceilings as well as Intelligent cable TVs. Elevator from ground floor to second level. Entire third floor is private primary suite with oceanfront balcony, separate sitting area and primary bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub. Recreation room on ground level with foosball table, enormous TV and kitchenette. 2 dishwashers, 12 flat screen cable TVs, wireless Internet access, ceiling fans throughout. Gourmet kitchen with an open concept floor plan. Washer/dryer in laundry area. Cavernous covered and open furnished porches with extraordinary ocean and beach vistas as well as vistas of Bogue Sound. Gas grille, enclosed hot/cold outside shower. Located in Salter Path with painless drive to Beaufort, Morehead City and NC Aquarium. Neighborhood amenities include shared beach access, gazebo and fire pit.

  • Indian Beach
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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 music guaranteed to unleash your inner pirate. But be warned; we may need to enlist your expertise to man the water cannons and help defend our ship!

Renovated home with pool & easy beach ac...
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The Blue LagoonOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Drive just a half-mile to the public beach parking lot, or spend your days calming beside the shining private seasonal pool when you make this updated getaway your home for a oceanside holiday. Located in the beautiful Pine Knoll Shores community on the west end of Atlantic Beach, this blissful beach getaway is primed for peaceful, carefree coastal living. While the home is within walking distance to the beach, multiple public parking tons offer beach access up and down the coast, making it simple to load up all your gear in the car and hit the sand in mins..The broad pool deck is surrounded by canopy coverage, offering some relief from the sun. The furnished patio includes a table for alfresco dining. The updated interior comes gorgeously appointed for modern family comfort. A chic coastal theme complements the home's beachside locale. A huge leather sectional, comfortable armchairs, and a intelligent TV you can use with your own accounts welcome group gatherings in the main living area. Bean bag chairs and a second intelligent TV offer a breakaway entertainment space for younger guests. Gleaming counters and a sleek suite of stainless steel appliances will inspire culinary creations in the full kitchen. Home essentials include central air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, and a private washer/dryer.Things to KnowThe private pool is open seasonally from the end of May - October 1st.The pool is cleaned on Mondays and Thursdays. This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already supplied in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to family pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 5 cars.Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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 off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.

OCEANFRONT COMPLEX WITH POOLS & EASY BEA...
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This oceanfront complex is fun for the whole family! Close to eateries and shopping!Principal Bedroom - Queen BedBedroom Two - Two Singles *2-3 WEEK RENTALS WILL CHARGE 1 1/2 FEES FOR LINENS & CLEANING PRICE WILL NOT REFLECT ON WEBSITE * * 1 MONTH RENTALS WILL BE DOUBLE THE LINENS & CLEANING PRICE WILL NOT REFLECT ON WEBSITE * * PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS *All prices are subject to a departure cleaning, linen and reservation fee, 12.75% sales tax and a $79.00 Vacation Rental Damage Protection Plan. All costs and taxes are subject to change without notice.NO SMOKING, NO FAMILY PETSAll prices and/or descriptions are subject to change. Although every precaution is taken, errors in prices and/or descriptions do occur on our web site and in printing. We reserve the right to correct any such error.** TWO OPTIONS FOR DAMAGE PROTECTION ** 1. Damage Protection Insurance – For an additional $79.00, this plan covers up to $3,000 in unintentional damages to the rental unit that may occur during your stay. Report the damage to us, we’ll take care of the rest!2. Security Deposit - $500 is immediately charged at time of booking. If the property is left undamaged, keys & parking passes returned, your security deposit will be refunded within 45 days after check out. ** PLEASE INITIAL ON YOUR PAPERWORK WHICH OPTION YOU PREFER ** ONE MUST BE SELECTED

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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 Beaufort, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views. The Crystal Coast Lady is equipped with a snack bar, and 2 restrooms onboard. 

Crystal Coast Museums

Considering that the Crystal Coast has centuries of history as well as one of the most unique environments along the North Carolina coastline, it should come as no surprise that the region is home to an array of fascinating and thoroughly engaging museums. For a fun and educational rainy day activity, (or just a little excuse to get out of the sun), be sure you check out these “must see” museums that are found throughout the Crystal Coast.

Nautical Club 708, Soundfront Condo in I...

The Nautical Club is a premier sound front condo complex with elegant Bogue Sound and Atlantic Ocean vistas. Located in the spectacular Indian Beach, known for its lush maritime forests, broad beaches, and proximity to Morehead City and Beaufort, it’s the ideal hideaway. Feel the beauty of Bogue Sound from your expansive private balcony. Just across the street from the beach, the Nautical Club is ideal for a memorable family vacation.Escape to Nautical Club 708, where luxury and tranquility meet. Located on the seventh floor, this sound-front condo features beautiful vistas of both Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, accepting you to relax in style while taking in the impressive beauty of the Crystal Coast.The Nautical Club is really a heaven, offering amazing amenities including an outdoor pool, covered parking, elevators, two convenient beach accesses with close by parking, grilling facilities, and much more. Whether you’re calming by the pool, soaking up the sun, or exploring the close by beaches, there’s something for everybody. At nighttime, relax on your private balcony and appreciate the peaceful vistas of the sound.Nautical Club 708 features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a Private Bathroom. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed and a Private Bathroom. Bedroom #3 has Two Twin Beds and a Private Bathroom.The total bed count includes one king, one queen, and two twins.Community Conveniences Include: Outdoor Pool Access (Open Seasonally), Elevator, Park Grille Access, Picnic Table Area, Dock Access, Kayak Loading Dock, Exercise Center Access, and Recreation/Game Room with Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, Bumper Pool Table, and Foosball Table.PARKING INFORMATION: Each reservation comes with a 2 car Max parking limit.Linens and Towels are supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.NO SMOKING.NO FAMILY PETS.Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 2-nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Whaley Good Livin’
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You’ve stumbled across a true home away from home. Appreciate central living AND shade at our handsome home. Here you can find yourself a few blocks away from the pier, walking distance to many local eateries/bars, and across the street from our PRIVATE ocean side access. For our kayakers and fishers, we have a private inter-coastal access just for you! Come back after a fun day in the sun to a cavernous and modren home, rinse off with an outdoor shower, and relax with the help of WiFi.

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 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 Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast. 

Crystal Coast Vacation Rentals

Visitors who are heading to the Crystal Coast will find a scattering of hotels and motels throughout the shoreline and inland communities, but will soon discover that the primary type of accommodations available are vacation rentals. Located all along the Crystal Coast beaches from Atlantic Beach to the town of Emerald Isle, a vacation rental is the generally preferred accommodations option for vacationers thanks to ample space, exceptional locales close to the water, and plenty of homes and condos to choose from.

Like Brand New 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Oceanfront...
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This 4th floor like new condominium is a FOUR bedroom 2.5 BATH residence with spectacular vistas of the beach and ocean. You can also see handsome Bogue Sound from the front door. THIS CONDO HAS BEEN FULLY UPDATED AND RENOVATED. FRESH PAINT, NEW GRANITE AND QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, NEW TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT ENTIRE CONDO - NO MORE DIRTY CARPET, NEW BATHS WITH TILE SHOWERS, SMOOTH CEILINGS and CROWN MOLDING, BRAND NEW FURNITURE AND MATTRESSES, NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, NEW CABINETS THROUGHOUT. THIS CONDO IS AMAZING! Totally equipped kitchen, decorator tiles, marvelous vistas, and cavernous living and sleeping quarters provide the best accommodations in which to experience the ideal holiday. Summer Winds is the Crystal Coast’s premier year round resort. Located in the cozy fishing village of Indian Beach, North Carolina, Summer Winds is a 211 condominium complex oceanfront resort with a private beach. Summer Winds serves as both primary and secondary homes to many, as well as an impressive vacation spot. Summer Winds’ natural setting enables you to walk miles of immaculate beach from just outside your door…appreciate the pleasures of the ocean and oceanside sports…sail the sea and sound… or just sun away the day, completely carefree and at ease.This unit has an additional enormous balcony with plenty of seating to savor the spectacular ocean view. You have water vistas from every bedroom and vistas of the Ocean and Sound. Spectacular!. Summerwinds Complex has so much to offer. Come spend your vacation here! Please call Paul the owner at 252-531-3918 to discuss further or answer any questions. Thank you!Please note: There are no boats or trailers allowed to be parked onsite by renters at Summerwinds per HOA policy.

  • Indian Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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 link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.

The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2025

You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It happens to the best of us. We’ve checked dozens of chair reviews and features. Here are our picks for best beach chair.

Newly remodeled second floor condo at Pe...
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Welcome to our freshly modernized beach condo! 3 bed (K,Q,F and single bunk) condo with 2 full baths, kitchen with new appliances, washer and dryer. Everything you need to savor on your trip to the Emerald Isle coast. Beach community with 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, exercise room, tennis courts and the beach. Appreciate your stay and relax at this pretty Pebble Beach condo. Eateries, shopping and family friendly activities on the island. Weekly units Saturday - Saturday (Memorial Day thru Labor Day). Daily units offered during the off season.

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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