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Oceanfront 7BR Escape - Private Beach Ac...

Oceanfront 7-bedroom duplex with private beach access, covered decks, and space for up to 14 guests.New for 2026: Recent upgrades include CoolDeck installed on the 1st-floor oceanfront deck and a refreshed private beach walkway featuring the same...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Sea Glass (B) Upscale Beachfront Retreat...

Spectacular Oceanfront 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a huge swimming pool offering charming vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Largest Pool available - Shared with Duplex (Heater Fee $250)Pool set 82*weather dependantThe ultimate beachfront living...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Seaside Serenity at Captain's Quarters

Welcome to Captain's Quarters, a coastal gem on the north end of Atlantic Beach. With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and private beach access, this getaway offers the ideal blend of comfort and convenience for families or modest groups. Appreciate ocean...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

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...

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...