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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.

Bev's Beachfront Bungalow
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Stellar location! Walking distance to eateries and bars, but far enough away not to be a nuisance. First floor 500 sq ft. guest studio with kitchenette. You will have covered parking and private access to your studio. The studio is an open floor plan with a queen bed and a sectional couch that comfortably converts to a twin bed. A huge flat screen TV and dining for four. Appreciate the enormous bathroom with amazing lighting. The studio is very comfortable and well equipped, with a private path to the uncrowded beach. Private outdoor area with rocking chairs. Shibumi tent, beach chairs and beach towels included for your enjoyment.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
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.

Entire Home, Ocean Side, Dog Friendly!!!...
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Welcome to Beach Please! Unwind with the whole family at this peaceful entire private oceanside hideaway!This home has been freshly refreshed with all new deck and first level floor. Savor an simple 4-min. walk to a less busy section of the beach. The home features a sunbathing deck off the master suite and a screened in section for sitting out in the evening. An indoor sun room accepts for peaceful calming.- Master bed features new Tempurpedic bed for comfort- Linens/towels supplied for all guests- 2 desks for remote work options- Private driveway with 2 car ports

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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 SPECTACULAR !
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Amazing beach front & ocean front duplex sleeps up to 28 comfortably!East-west beach with sun all day.Sensational sandy beach with great swimming & fishing. Very low density beach with no condos or high-rises anywhere on this beach. Great sand dunes with classic photogenic beach grass and sea oats.Deck, balcony, and sitting & sunbathing deck. Canopy shaded area at the end of the deck over the dunes.Weekly prices include linens, towels & cleaning!Telephone now and ask for 'Carolina Dream.'Keywords: Duplex House On The Beach!

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 30
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.

Due South - Oceanfront Condo in the hear...

Escape to your ideal beach hideaway at this impressive oceanfront condo at Dunescape Villas—an ideal spot for a calming family vacation. Step out onto balconies off both the living room and master bedroom, where you’ll be treated to the relaxing sounds of the waves and striking vistas of the pool and ocean. Conveniently located on the first floor, this cavernous condo features three attractively appointed bedrooms: a comfortable room with a queen bed and a half bath, a cheerful room with two twin beds, and a opulent master suite with a king bed and an en suite bathroom. Each bedroom, along with the inviting living room, features its own TV for ultimate comfort. The entirely equipped kitchen is ideal for cooking up meals, offering both a drip coffee maker and a Keurig for your morning brew. For added convenience, the unit includes an in-unit washer and dryer. As for amenities, you’ll savor oceanfront pools, invigorating outdoor showers, elevators, a charcoal grille/BBQ for outdoor meals, a boardwalk that leads you directly to the beach, and a private dock on Bogue Sound. The private dock includes boat slips (please reach out to property management for details). . Please note that family pets are not allowed in accordance with HOA rules.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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!

Updated Oceanfront Duplex in Ocean Oaks ...
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Come stay in our gorgeous oceanfront home in the fashionable Ocean Oaks neighborhood on Emerald Isle. We offer a wrap-around ocean view from the kitchen and living area, along with ocean-facing windows in each of our three bedrooms.Our goal is to make your family feel welcome in one of the cleanest, nicest vacation units you have ever experienced. Much of our home was refreshed after Hurricane Florence, with coastal comfort in mind. Each bedroom features spa sheets and a intelligent TV. Our kitchen comes well outfitted, and we include your basic oils, spices, condiments, detergents, and paper goods with your rental.Outside, sun yourself on the upper deck, or grab a spot in the shade on our lower deck. We have a rinse shower down by the beach, and there is an enclosed shower under the home with hot water and a changing area for those who like to feel the breeze. Beach chairs and a bucket of toys are included.For active visitors, there’s plenty to do. We have two kayaks beneath the home for use on the beach. The 11-mile Emerald Path bicycle trail runs right past our neighborhood and will carry you to the Point or up through town and all the way to Salter Path. Bring your own bicycles, or rent from one of our local stores! Golf courses and additional units for kayaking or paddle boarding in the sound are close by as well.

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

Why Knot Getaway...Rooftop with WaterVie...
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PRIME LOCATION! Why Knot Getaway is an adorable studio in Downtown Beaufort on Front Street overlooking the water of Taylor's Creek-great location for a coastal hideaway! This prime spot is ideal for calming, strolling the waterfront boardwalk, and appreciating local shopping and eateries. It also includes complimentary parking with its own dedicated parking spot in the rear parking lot. Appreciate birds eye vistas of Beaufort, Carrot Island and Taylor's Creek on the common area rooftop and midfloor decking.This is a 286 sq ft rooftop studio condo in a historic building in the center of downtown Beaufort. This unit has been completely remodeled and designed and includes a comfortable queen bed with a Kitchenette and handsome mosaic tile work in the shower and floors. There is a rooftop deck overlooking the harbor where you can savor sunrises or sunsets with your coffee or drinks.It is the ideal location to walk to all the excellent eateries, bars, stores, museums and day cruises - use our complimentary parking and not worry about driving until you have to leave! You are only a ferry ride away to the striking beaches of Cape Lookout. Also, you can take a boat tour to Carrot Island to sit on the beach, Sand Dollar Island to get bucket fulls of sand dollars or see the wild horses at Shackleford Banks. Feel complimentary to bring your own boat and store it at the Beaufort Docks or Boathouse Marina as well. Lots to do and the ideal hideaway!Have more in your event? Check out our sister units with spectacular reviews! Why Knot Getaway...Rooftop with WaterView! Unit EWhy Knot Getaway...Rooftop with WaterView! Unit FLockbox - Check yourself into the home with a door code.Heart of Downtown Beaufort... Directly in the middle of Front StreetEverything is within walking distance from the condo and is the best way to get around Beaufort.Cleaning fee also includes linen package.Please keep family pets off of all furnishings

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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.

Beautiful view of Beaufort, Carrot/Shack...
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Instant Confirmation- Hot Tub Pool Air Conditioning No Smoking InternetThis 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is on the 6th floor facing the water. Its located in a private gated marina community surrounded by water on all sides. This rental property has so much to offer including an outdoor pool, hot tub, fire pit, exercise room, beach access and a marina. Savor your private balcony, watching the wild ponies on Carrot Island, dolphins frolicking and all the boats passing by on their way to the Beaufort Docks, which is a trendy destination for all who travel by water up and down the East coast.We are just mins. away from local stores, eateries, the Maritime Museum, the aquarium and various water taxi excursions, such as Cape Lookout and Shackelford Island. Olde Towne Yacht Club is the ideal family vacation.2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Bedroom #1 (Queen), Bedroom #2 (Queen). It also has a fold out couch in the den that sleeps Olde Towne has community exercise center, modest group room with food prep area and TV and an outdoor patio with grilles on the ground level.

  • Beaufort
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Grande Villas G-3, Oceanfront Condo in I...

Grande Villas offers a host of striking settings ideal for everything from casual gatherings to grandiose entertaining. The heart of the Grande Villas community, The Osprey Club Parlor, features a sweeping ocean-side terrace, soaring ceilings, and a stone fireplace - just the place for friends and family to gather and create lasting memories, celebrate special occasions, or just sit by the fire.Grande Villas Conveniences:-The Osprey Club ParlorAny events and activities are managed through the HOA and subject to change-Grande Villas Pool (open seasonally) with a gazebo area featuring awe-inspiring vistas of the ocean-Kiddie Splash Pool (open seasonally)-Sports and Games Parlor with pool table, foosball and video game stations-Health and Exercise Center outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment with weight machines and resources for cardio, yoga and pilates workouts-Bark Park for Family Animals-Outdoor Fire Pit-Beach Chairs and Umbrellas on first-come first serve basis typically April - Sept. YOU MUST return the chairs and umbrellas to pick up location before leaving the beach - these items cannot be left on the beach overnight.Each Grande Villas Residence has been carefully designed and crafted to highlight impressive ocean vistas. Featuring 2 and 4 Bedroom oceanfront units, 1,378 - 2,583 square feet respectively. The result is the ultimate beach getaway — relaxing, roomy, indulgent, and fresh.Grande Villas G3 is a attractively decorated 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bathroom Oceanfront Villa with plenty of space for you to appreciate your home away from home. An open floor plan makes it simple to relax with family and friends. Equipped with High-Speed Wireless Internet for your convenience.The Living Room has direct access to a sizable, furnished deck with private calming outside each Master Bedroom with striking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. This villa includes a Totally Equipped Kitchen with an abundance of seating including a Dining and Conversation Area.Linens Includes: 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds, and Double/Twin BunkConveniences: 3 Flat Panel TVs, BluRay Player; High Speed Wireless Internet; Interior Washer/Dryer; Entirely Equipped Kitchen with Coffee Maker, Fridge with Attached Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Microwave; Covered Balcony, Pool Table, and Corn Hole Set.Community Features: Elevator, Beach Access Walkway, Outdoor Shower, Park Grille access, Game Room, Outdoor Pool and Kiddie Splash Pool (open seasonally), Oceanfront Exercise Center, Beach Chairs and Umbrellas on first-come first serve basis typically April - Sept. YOU MUST return the chairs and umbrellas to pick up location before leaving the beach - these items cannot be left on the beach overnight.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly stays.NO Smoking.NO Pets.Rents Weekly only Sunday - Sunday. LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS less than 5 Days in Advance of Arrival, STAYS UNDER 7 NIGHTS, EARLY CHECK IN and LATE CHECK OUT are NOT allowed by the HOA.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
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.

SeaSpray 244, Almost Oceanfront Condo in...

Spend a amazing week at Sea Spray! This condominium complex offers its guests use of the outdoor pool, kiddie pool, community grilles and laundry facilities (located on the first floor of each building). Located in Atlantic Beach, this condominium complex is conveniently located to Morehead City, Beaufort and Emerald Isle! From exploring Fort Macon, to playing Putt-Putt; shopping in Morehead City to touring Historic Beaufort, you can appreciate all the Crystal Coast has to offer without traveling far from your home-away-from-home!SeaSpray 244 is an Almost Oceanfront condo, located on the second-floor, with 2-Bedrooms, 2-Baths, living area and full kitchen. Kitchen Area includes a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator & oven. Living Area features comfortable seating area and TV. Equipped with High Speed Wireless Internet for your convenience! Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed and TV. Bedroom #2 has 2 Twin Beds and TV.Conveniences Include: 3 Flat Screen TVs, 2 DVD Players, Covered Deck with Furnishings, Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, Coin Operated Washer/Dryer Parking is available on the side of the building.Community Pool typically open Easter - October 10am - 10 pmComplex units are ONLY allowed two (2) parking passes, which are numbered. Renters MUST check into the Atlantic Beach Office for these to be assigned. Linens and Towels included with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking!No Family Animals.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.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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.

Fresh Coastal Retreat – Walk to Beach,...

Welcome to The Wellington – A Fresh, Coastal Retreat Near Beach and SoundPerfectly located just 900 feet from the beach and even closer to the Bogue Sound access and kayak launch, The Wellington offers the ideal setting for your Emerald Isle hideaway. This freshly modernized 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a bright, natural color palette and has been thoughtfully outfitted to make every guest feel right at home.Coastal Comfort and Relaxed LivingThe main floor welcomes you with an open living space, a completely supplied kitchen, and comfortable dining areas both inside and out. Appreciate meals on the screened porch or out on the open deck under the coastal sky. A convenient laundry area is located just off the kitchen. After a day at the beach or sound, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax in the cozy coastal-inspired interiors.Private Spaces for Family and FriendsThe Wellington features a cavernous King master suite and two additional guest rooms, each with a Queen bed. On the ground level, the rec room offers additional hangout space with a Twin/Twin bunk, a pool table for friendly competition, and a second full-size refrigerator—ideal for stocking beach snacks and additional drinks.Savor the Finest of Emerald IsleWith the beach access just a short walk away and the kayak launch even closer, it’s painless to fill your days with sun, sand, and sound-side adventures. The Wellington is located just over a mile from town, effortlessly reachable via the breathtaking bicycle path. A roomy yard (not fenced) provides room for kids and dogs to play, with owner approval for family pets. Intelligent TVs, comfortable gathering spaces, and thoughtful touches throughout make this home ideal for creating beach memories.Book your stay at The Wellington today and appreciate the simple, breezy Emerald Isle lifestyle!

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

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!

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.

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 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. 

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 outlying islands as well as guided tours of some of the region’s most wild spots, this tour company has a lot to offer for shell seekers, nature buffs, and everyday adventurers alike.

Crystal Coast Sailing Excursions is a customized, private charter sailing experience to the pristine and beautiful Cape Lookout aboard the spacious 47-foot sailing yacht, Bravado. With a maximum of 6 guests, Captain Tony and crew will treat you to a relaxing and personalized experience on the water. Sailing along North Carolina’s Shackleford Banks to the Cape Lookout. Upon our arrival we’ll drop anchor for an afternoon of swimming, sun bathing, shelling, or walking along the pristine shoreline. For a different experience, you can visit the grounds of Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Before heading back, you’ll be treated to a gourmet lunch. On our return cruise, relax with a refreshing cocktail.

Fin-S Charters LLC launched in 2008. Capt. Daniel Raeburn knows local waters well and enjoys taking everyone from first timers to hard core anglers. Fin-S Charters fishes mainly inshore waters for red drum, trout and flounder. On nice days Fin-S Charters will fish around the inlet and off the beach on our local artificial reefs for a variety of other species. Capt. Raeburn also does mixed trips where they fish and go sight seeing around our beautiful crystal coast.

The Lazy Livin is a private charter docked in the historic port town of Beaufort, North Carolina.  We can comfortably accommodate 6 persons.  Our standard charter begins with a cruise down Taylors Creek where you can take in views of luxury yachts docked on the Beaufort waterfront on the port side and Carrot island ponies and maritime forests on the starboard side.  Then, we make our way to Shackelford Banks, part of th Cape Lookout National Seashore, where dolphin sightings are always enjoyed.  So bring your camera! If seas permit, we can venture into the Atlantic Ocean via the Beaufort Inlet and cruise along the oceanside of Shakelford Banks to Cape Lookout.  Once inside the Bight, keep and eye out for loggerhead turtles! The Lazy Livin' is a vintage 1971, 43’ Hatteras motor yacht that has been meticulously refurbished with all modern conveniences yet maintains her vintage charm.  The yacht is a fine example of early North Carolina yacht building craftsmanship and the Hatteras brand is still a major industry in eastern NC. The captain, Monty Groff, holds a 100 ton Master Captain’s license and has been boating on the waters of the Crystal Coast for over 20 years.  He’s also quick with a joke, but don’t believe all of his tall tales. If available, our cruises can also be customized for your special occasion, wedding proposals, anniversaries, small wedding. Captain Monty is also an ordained minister.  Let the Lazy Livin’ and crew welcome you aboard for a memorable and intimate coastal experience for your family and friends!

Enjoy the Crystal Coast region from a while new perspective, thanks to the array of tours and expeditions that are provided by Seavisions Charters. With tons of on-the-water territory to explore, visitors will just be a shell’s throw away from the area’s abundant wildlife, shorelines, and stunning vistas, without ever venturing too far away from the heart of Beaufort.

Shackleford Banks Shelling & Wild Horse Expedition offers guests a chance to explore the best of nature on the Cape Lookout National Seashore.Board a ferry for a short, enjoyable road to the shore. Then spend a few hours viewing and tracking the beautiful wild horses that roam free here, exploring the beach, and searching for a variety of unique, unbroken shells that litter the shore.Our wild horse tour is offered at 8:30 a.m. daily and provides one of the best ways to spend a morning in Beaufort, NC!

Water lovers who can’t get enough of the amazing wildlife and scenery that the Southern Outer Banks coastal region has to offer can book a cruise or tour with the educational, engaging, and downright fun Waterbug Tours. This homegrown Beaufort tour company takes passengers on easy-going explorations of the historic waterfront which venture from Taylor’s Creek to the great beyond, and present stunning on-the-water vistas along the way.

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