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Oceanview with elevator, private pool, g...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:2 Refrigerators2 DishwashersBed Linens and Bath TowelsCommunity Pool AccessElevatorFull-Size Washer/DryerGarageGas GrilleGolf CartHigh ChairHome TheaterHot/Cold Outdoor ShowerMedia RoomObservatoryPrivate PoolWiFi throughout Home...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
The Salty Pelican in Atlantic Beach NC

Fly away and indulge in the ideal beach hideaway at The Salty Pelican! This striking getaway is ideal for those who appreciate spending time outdoors. Start your mornings with a peaceful coffee on the private deck off the primary bedroom, or...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Front Street Retreat (Pet Friendly) in D...

Welcome to your ideal coastal escape in the heart of historic Beaufort! Ideally located on iconic Front Street, this cavernous 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental offers the appeal of a waterfront village with the comfort and convenience of...

  • Beaufort
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

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...

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...