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Oceanfront 2 BR Duplex East w/ Stunning ...

Walk out your bedroom door directly to the beach! Or just lay in bed watching and listening to the waves. Upstairs, appreciate the unobstructed vistas of the vast ocean from the freshly remodeled, comfortable and cool living room. The island is just...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
The Better Beaufort Experience

Our two bedroom one bath features sleeping accommodations for 7. Our home was refreshed and designed with an entertaining fun-centered feel. The home is complete with a backyard bar & swings, an outdoor bamboo shower, and plenty of yard space...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

3 bedroom 2 bathroom, pet friendly, ocea...

Discover the serene beauty of Emerald Isle at Lazy Haven East, a striking oceanfront duplex that promises a ideal escape. This beautiful property offers the ideal blend of comfort and coastal allure, boasting three cavernous bedrooms and two...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

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...