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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.

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A Place At The Beach 371Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'A Place At The Beach offers so many broad amenities to the visitors of this resort there’s practically no reason to ever leave the grounds! This private resort offers one of the best family getaways imaginable. Can’t you just see the excitement on everybody's faces as they approach the outdoor swimming pool with the water slide? Spend some quality family time at the nine-hole putt-putt golf course. Rainy days are no problem with the indoor swimming pool. Oh, and don’t forget about the hot tub, shuffleboard, tennis and basketball courts, game room, elevators, and shared gas grilles. Ready to hit the beach? You can follow the walkway to the handsome, white, sandy beach of the Crystal Coast and ride the waves, soak up the sun, or collect seashells. This oceanfront condo is located on the third floor and has all the conveniences of home! With plenty of seating in the living room for the whole family, you can savor your favorite shows on the flatscreen TV with cable or watch your favorite DVD. You can also use the sleeper couch for additional sleeping if you need it. Step outside and have a seat on the balcony to relax with a good novel and breathe in some of that fresh ocean air. You will also find a entirely equipped kitchen with all the necessary major and modest appliances, and for dining, your family can gather around the dining table for six. Additional seating can be found at the counter. There is a stacked washer and dryer in the closet to keep everybody looking their best. The primary bedroom has a king-size bed, private balcony access, and a private bath with a shower stall. The guest bedroom located near the second full bathroom has two twin beds, ideal for kids. Take advantage of the complimentary WiFi to research a new adventure or post your favorite memories! Things to Know Free WiFi This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.Parking notes: There is parking available for a fee and charges will apply for 2 cars.This rental is located on floor 3.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.

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

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(JULY FOURTH WEEK JUST BECAME AVAILABLY AT A DISCONTED PRICE ) (PET FRIENDLY)Seven year old home with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. This Oceanfront Oceanview home on the Circle in Atlantic Beach. This home has the most handsome vistas of the ocean and is steps away from eateries, boardwalk, volley ball and lifeguarded beach. Appreciate the outdoors in your private swimming pool, in-ground hot tub, outdoor shower and grille. There is an open living room, dining room and kitchen on second level with completely-equipped kitchen, half bath. Third floor features oceanfront master bedroom with king bed, private bath and constructed-in "coffee bar". Second bedroom with private bath and queen bed. First floor has three bedrooms - queen bed with private bath and two bedrooms with two twins in each bedroom and shared full bath. There are 5 Bedrooms that can accommodate 10 guestUpon Request we will sometimes allow up to 13 guest.If this is something you are interested in doing please inform property owner before booking. ( This home has bed space for ten. over ten guest is allowed but you would need to bring cots or air bed.) Elevator, washer and dryer, garage and WIFI. (The elevator often needs to be reset. To reset the elevator you need to turn elevator breakers off in the garage count to 10 and then turn them back on.) This home is dog friendly with $200 fee. Optional heat fee for pool available for $125.00 per day. When heated the pool is set at 84 degrees. Renters are not allowed to increase that heat without permission from owner. This is a NON-SMOKING bungalow. Parking for three cars.If you are planning to bring a pet, please make sure you contact owner.There are additional costs for lodging of pet. These costs do not include cleaning hair that may shed. Owner of pet is responsible of making sure that rental home is complimentary of all pet hair. If any pet hair in found in pool there is an additional $75 Fee Animals are not allowed in pool or on furnishings and linens.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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.

Spacious Penthouse Ocean & Sound Views
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This striking 4-bedroom, 3-bath penthouse, located on the 2nd row, offers the ideal combination of space, luxury, and impressive vistas. The huge kitchen and dining area overlook the ocean, creating the ideal setting for family meals and relaxation. The penthouse features two master suites, each with a king-size bed and ocean vistas. Master Suite 1 includes an attached bathroom with a jetted tub, while Master Suite 2 has its own attached bath. Bedroom 3 also features a king-size bed, while Bedroom 4 offers a pyramid bunk bed with a trundle, making it ideal for families or groups. An open upstairs loft provides gorgeous ocean and sound vistas. The property includes two enormous decks, an elevator, and an outdoor shower for your convenience. With beach access just across the street, you’re never far from the sand and surf. This no-smoking, no-family pets property has a 3-nighttime minimum stay year-round, making it a ideal getaway for your next hideaway.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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.

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Appreciate a beautiful experience at this centrally-located home. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances & breakfast bar! Prepare a meal for the entire family in the completely equipped kitchen or cuddle up in the classy yet comfortable living room. Original wood floor throughout the home. Intelligent tv’s in each room with WiFi. Within walking distance from Dunkin’ Donuts & Piggly Wiggly! Minutes from downtown, the hospital, shopping and dining.

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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!

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Savor calming surroundings yet tons to do! Spectacular Condo offers 3 pools! Fun oceanfront swimming in one of 2 outdoor pools, including a kiddie pool and an indoor, heated pool. Gated and private community. Exercise room with equipment and Tennis Courts. Complex is oceanfront, condo is poolside. Kitchen is loaded with anything you will need for meals. Walking distance to the beach, great eateries, ice cream shop, coffee shop, and shopping. 1 mile to Publix groceries, Rucker John’s in Emerald Plan tation , Go Carts, water slide and much more! Sky lights in upstairs bedroom allow for sunny room and remote blinds for those afternoon naps.

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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.

BB's - Perfect Choice For Your Beaufort ...
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New to the vacation rental market this second story, roomy and graciously appointed condo at Front Street Village in Beaufort is both striking and functional. You will appreciate the location, it's just a short walk to the 34º North restaurant and Beaufort Hotel and mins. from the beautiful Beaufort waterfront. Public boat launch is within walking distance. Boaters appreciate this destination, you can launch your boat close by and store your trailer across the street. Telephone the number below for reservations, and ask about dockage availability. With two bedrooms on the main floor, kitchen and living room it's ideal for entertaining. Upstairs is a recreation room featuring a enormous intelligent TV, table for puzzles, games or cards. There is also a third bedroom upstairs and two bunk beds in the alcove for additional sleeping. Savor your coffee on the balcony or brunch at 34º North your options are countless. Have a boat? Bring it! Beaufort is fun to discover by land and by sea. There is a golf car charging station outside the unit, bring yours or reserve one close by by calling the number below.Telephone 252.342.4132 to arrange for boat parking and dock availability. One assigned parking space with overflow parking across the street. Space for golf cart parking with charging station. Bring you golf car or rent one close by at Sinclair's 252.728.6853.**AirBNB guests - This is a kid friendly property. Pool area at Beaufort Hotel is no longer available. There is a pet fee please contact the property manager if you are bringing a pet.**

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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.

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This is a welcoming studio condo that you will just appreciate! Located on the handsome island of Atlantic Beach NC. with vistas of the Intercoastal Waterway and direct ocean access across the street. This condo is completely equipped with everything you need to savor some time off from work, make family memories or just relax. This condo is near many great seafood eateries, shopping, grocery stores, specialty stores, parks and many local attractions you will want to visit. Take a tour on the water taxi to many of the islands that are local favorites or go on a fishing trip on one of the many fishing boats in the area and prepare your bounty on one of the grilles. Lay by the pool or appreciate a day at the beach. So many marvelous and appealing things to do. Once you stay here you will want to come back time and time again!

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
NCBEACHBUMZ 5 Min walk to beach and soun...
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RENOVATIONS CURRENTLY UNDERWAY, NEW PICTURES COMING 4/2024. 5 min walk to the beach and public sounds access. You will find everything you need for your family beach vacation in this 1700 sq ft duplex. Parking is available at the beach access as well as a wagon for your walk.3 level home with bedrooms on each floor.Charcoal grille, fire pit, and outdoor shower are located in the fenced in back yard.Covered porch located on each floor to savor your time outside with family.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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 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.

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2025 Updates: New bedframes in all the rooms, no more old box springs! New coffee maker (drip and - k cup), Ninja Air Fryer!UPDATED for 2024:New ROKU's for all TV's with YouTube TV supplied. New hammock. New glassed in shower in the main bedroom along with fresh new paint and decor. New stainless refrigerator.o Welcome to Xanadu East! It's handsome! We are an oceanfront duplex with striking vistas, great for families with kids or adults looking for an adult only get-awayo Xanadu East is a light, bright and airy oceanfront duplex with marvelous, sweeping ocean vistas. Two oceanfront and two ocean view bedrooms help you feel at home with your friends and family in the charmingly decorated beach home. Ceiling fans help spread the ocean breezes to every room. Two enormous decks and a few steps to the wide expanse of beach frontage enhance every moment at Xanadu. Watch the dolphins lazily pass by, often taking time to frolic and fish in the surf. Pelicans and seabirds galore. Surf fishing both in and out of season is superb. Clean your fish and have them for dinner! Do get a license.o This duplex sits taller and closer to the ocean than its neighbors which makes for spectacular vistas! One can see all the way from Indian Beach to the Point from the top deck. We've discovered that by being closer to the ocean (while not giving up good beach depth) life with kids and especially little ones is just much easier! You can see your kids effortlessly from the deck if you'd like to have a drink or you just take a few steps and you are right on the beach with them. There is a sizable outdoor shower with hot and cold water outside for cleaning off all the sand that seems to get everywhere!o We attempt to maintain Xanadu East in the best condition we can provide. 2019 brought a brand new kitchen with up to date cabinets and drawers; a new stove and microwave, a combo coffee maker, refreshed lighting and new bench seating at the table! Check out the all-new artwork, all the photos are taken by our family to showcase our adore of the Crystal Coast. The updated decks flow off the living area creating an striking place to gather with family, friends and handsome vistas. 2023 brings new floor in the bedrooms, new couches and chairs upstairs!o Two very roomy decks are accessed through the sliders in the ocean front bedrooms. The first floor deck is completely shaded and is equipped with polywood chairs and rockers, foot rests, and side tables. A hammock for your fun and comfort! A picnic table provides painless eating space. The top deck makes for a great place to eat a meal. Also included are polywood chairs and rockers along with a picnic table and umbrella and a couple of chaise lounges. Each deck has an exit gate to keep kids where you need them. o The second floor includes the living area, kitchen, dining area and a second master bedroom and bathroom. The second floor has a vaulted ceiling with canned lighting and fans in both the calming area, the dining area and bedroom. Two sets of sliding doors provide an exceptional amount of light to the entire second floor. You can eat in the dining area and your digestion will be aided by the vistas of the Atlantic Ocean beckoning to you. A huge bay window provides additional light.o For those that want to discover the island, there are plenty of activities away from the beach for everybody in your group. For the active: bicycling (units available on island), golf, kayak and boat units, mini-golf, golf-carts, amusement park, horseback riding, volleyball, water park, driving range, skating, off-shore fishing, kite-flying. For the sightseer and shopper: There is Morehead City, Beaufort waterfront, Swansboro waterfront stores and antiques, Emerald Isle stores, North Carolina Aquarium and more.o We provide gates at the top of each outdoor stairway, beach chairs (limited), beach towels, sand toys, beach umbrellas, body boards, modest infant wading pool (not always available based on prior guest usage), charcoal & gas grille, hammock, 3 picnic tables, deck chairs, rockers, chaises, games, puzzles, books. We supply complimentary toilet paper and paper towels for your arrival. Pack your clothes and leave the rest to us.o Flat screen TVs in living room area and all bedrooms. Undercover parking. o Located on the impressive Crystal Coast of Carteret County, Emerald Isle is located south of Cape Hatteras. WE ARE THE SOUTHERN OUTER BANKS (SOBX) The beach community is family aligned, peaceful and never busy! A short drive will provide plenty of activities for you and your family.o North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knolls Shore, Miniature golf, water park, eateries, Morehead City and Beaufort docks to rent deep-sea fishing boats or take a trip to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and come away with an amazing supply of shells. Always plenty of beach space for your vacation enjoyment. EXQUISITE sunrise and sunsets to begin and end glorious beach days. Quiet strolls along the beach 24/7! Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter within 15 mins.. Hammocks Beach State Park, Bear Island, Harker's Island, Cedar Island, deep sea fishing. (black sea bass, vermilion snapper, amber jack, mahi-mahi, trigger fish et al. Couldn't ask for much more. Plenty of shopping for just about anything a beach lover might want to buy! Food Lion and Publix are conveniently located for those who develop an appetite on the beach.NOTE - For new bookings in the 2024 and beyond season family pets will NOT be allowed.

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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.

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2 Bed/2Bath - Queen master with private bath, full over full in secondary bedroom. Living room has fold out couch. You can come here and not leave! Resort includes indoor pool, outdoor pool with giant slide, 9 hole mini golf, tennis courts, basketball courts, playground, courtyard, gas and charcoal grilles and more! Summer time offers additional weekly activities/events coordinated through office! Fun for everybody! Brief walk to Fort Macon, and a short drive to the aquarium, Beaufort, or Morehead waterfront.

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

Amos Mosquito’s Restaurant & Bar is the Atlantic Beach go-to for classic southern and coastal fare in a casual, beachy environment. Located on the soundside, across from the Oceana Pier, the restaurant is known for plenty of hearty and coastal dishes, a fun atmosphere, and solid waterfront views.

Atlantic Beach Seafood & Fresh market offers a a wide variety of fresh seafood. We also offer fresh steampots and steamed fresh seafood to go. We also offer Wine, keylime pies, and lemonade pies. Don't forget to check out our specialty items and spices. New tou buisiness this year is our Walk-Up Window. Here you can order a variety of seafood sandwiches, and baskets.  ready-made meals, olive oil, side dishes, wine and beer, homemade pies, and more. Convientely located on the Altalntic Beach Causeway.     

Crystal Coast visitors can hang out with the locals with a visit to Beach Tavern. Centrally located, in the heart of Atlantic Beach just a couple blocks from the shoreline, this casual tavern boasts a nice selection of cool eats, burgers, and drinks in a friendly come-as-you-are atmosphere.

Located along the oceanfront inside the Inn at Pine Knoll Shores, the Clamdigger Restaurant is a convenient and popular spot for Crystal Coast vacationers to enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant features an inviting wood-lined interior that has a rustic and nautical appeal. Breakfast patrons will find a wide selections of egg dishes, pancakes, waffles, french toast, biscuits and sandwiches, as well as an array of 3-egg omelets. Lunch patrons will enjoy a wealth of light appetizers, soups and salads, as well as a long list of sandwiches, and seafood dishes. Dinnertime guests can choose from beef entrées, seafood dishes, Italian fare, and southern classics, as well as lighter sandwiches and dishes for smaller appetites. The sheer variety of menu selections is where the Clamdigger Restaurant really shines, and patrons can pop in every day, and find something new to sample.

When it comes to beautiful on-the-water views, Crab’s Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant is pretty hard to beat. Located on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean in the heat of Atlantic Beach, this eatery is a convenient destination for day trippers and beach-goers alike, and is literally just steps away from the sand.

Dive into uniquely refined cuisine in an almost-oceanfront atmosphere with a visit to Island Grille. Located adjacent to the seashore in Atlantic Beach, Island Grille is a fine destination for a date night, an intimate celebration, or just a diverse sample of the Crystal Coasts’ unique southern and seafood-influenced culinary style.

A stop at the Oceanana Fishing Pier, and a stay at the adjacent Oceanana Resort, has been an Atlantic Beach family tradition for more than 60 years. A local icon for anglers and beach-goers alike, Oceanana Fishing Pier is the only pier in the beachside town, and is an unmistakable local landmark that jets nearly 1,000' feet into the Atlantic Ocean.

Shark Shack isn’t too fancy and isn’t too big, which is exactly why it’s a favorite local spot for ice cold drinks and easy-going outdoor dining.

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