- Air Tours
- Birding Spots
- Boat Ramps
- Boat Rentals
- Boat Tours
- Campgrounds
- Diving
- Educational Activities
- Ferry
- Fishing
- Fishing Charters
- Fishing Piers
- Golf Courses
- Hang Gliding
- Hiking Spots
- History
- Indoor Activities
- Kayak Rentals
- Kayak Tours
- Kid Friendly Activities
- Kitesurfing Lessons
- Marinas
- Nature Spots
- Nightlife
- Paddleboarding Lessons
- Paddleboarding Tours
- Parasailing
- Picnicking
- Rainy Day Activities
- Sailing
- Sailing Tours
- Scenic Spots
- Swimming
- Tours
- Wild Horse Tours
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Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party
July 12th, 2025 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM -
Annual Crab Cake Cook-off
July 18th, 2025 6:00 PM -
Carteret Community College Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament
July 18th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025
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.
Welcome to your oceanfront duplex, where impressive features meet comfortable appeal! Each side of this inviting home offers four bedrooms (with configurations of Queen, Queen, Queen, Queen + Bunk, 2 Singles) and three bathrooms. On the main floor, you'll find one bedroom and a full bath, conveniently accessible from both the bedroom and the kitchen. Venture upstairs to discover three additional bedrooms and two more bathrooms, including an oceanfront master suite that features a queen bed, ideal for calming after a day at the beach.The entirely supplied kitchen is ready for all your culinary adventures, whether you're preparing a fast breakfast or a family dinner. A enchanting spiral staircase leads from the second floor to a beautiful loft on the third level, where even more striking ocean vistas await, providing the ideal backdrop for your hideaway.For your convenience, the duplex is equipped with TVs and Wi-Fi, accepting you to stay connected during your stay. After a day of sun and surf, rinse off in the enclosed outdoor hot/cold shower, and then relax on the furnished decks or fire up the charcoal grille for some outdoor fun.This duplex is available for weekly units only, from Saturday to Saturday, and includes linens (linens, bath towels, and kitchen towels) with all beds made upon your arrival. Please note that this property is a smoke-complimentary environment, and family pets are not allowed. Embrace the beach lifestyle and make memorable memories at this handsome oceanfront getaway!
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
Atlantic Beach just made #16 in the list of Top 100 Beaches in the United States, beating out even beaches in Hawaii! Truly a hidden gem, as this part of the island doesn't have public access, beyond a few cars, so it's just folks staying right there. https://www.wect.com/2023/06/21/100-best-beach-towns-us/Full kitchen, enormous 36' x 12' patio with charcoal grille and enormous sectional, multiple rocking chairs, and porch swing, dining area, living room, full bathroom, queen bedroom, dual twin bedroom, two rollaway beds, laundry in unit, beach outdoor shower. Home away from home!The entire unit of the duplex will be yours. This property is smoke-complimentary, meaning you must leave the property completely if you wish to smoke. This is a pet-complimentary property.My favorite spot in the home is the massive 36' x 12' patio with the porch swing, and giant sectional seating area. I adore that I can hear the waves crash from here. Things To Do:• Fort Macon State Park: This fort dates back to the 1800s, offers guided tours, hiking trails, & picnic areas.• Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores: See a wide variety of marine life & exhibits.• Water Sports: Surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, & jetskiing.• Fishing: You can fish from the beach, the pier, or take a charter boat out for deep-sea fishing.• Island Time Dolphin & Sunset Tours: Sunset or dolphin-watching tour.Message for more ideas!The spaceThis is a two-unit home, located between the sound and the ocean. You’ll be in the bottom unit. Please see all the photos of the space for bedrooms, bathroom, outside living, and more.Parking:If there is no reservation in the other unit, please feel complimentary to use the entire driveway. It will fit six cars. However if there is another reservation, please be sure to park your car(s) on the right of the driveway, leaving left side for the other unit. The driveway fits a total of six cars, so if you were to have more than three, you can park in the street as well.
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
New to Summer Winds:-High-speed wireless internet (no wired access)Summer Winds A-416 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom fourth-floor oceanfront condo overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from gorgeous Salter Path! Appreciate the open airy concept while watching the dolphins swim by. Master bedroom #1 has a queen bed, a TV with cable, sliding doors to the balcony, and a private bath. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed, a TV with cable, and a private bath. Gourmet Kitchen, Coffee Maker, Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, Toaster Oven.Welcome to Summer Winds Sports Condo Complex located in the cozy fishing village of Salter Path (beside Emerald Isle). Summer Winds condos are guaranteed to meet the needs of all members of your event! Summer Winds happily provides only the best vistas with exclusively oceanfront condos!-3 huge outdoor saltwater swimming pools.-Lighted tennis courts.-Indoor and outdoor hot tubs.-Conference facilities for up to 150 people-2 Racquetball courts.-Parlor with refreshments.-Video & Arcade game room.-Totally equipped exercise room.-Sauna & steam showers.-Full-time security staff.-Nearby golf & national forests.-On-site "Ginger Cafe" available during the summer months-Leisure activities GALORE: antiquing, boating, fishing, jet ski, kayaking, shopping, windsurfing, parasailing, and much more!!-On-site conference room that can accommodate up to 150 peopleNOTE for All Units: There are temporary stairs at some stacks while HOA completes stairway work. All elevators are operational.Linens and towels supplied with Beds Made (weekly stays only).Rents weekly only from Saturday to Saturday.No smoking. No family pets.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
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
Upstairs is a traditional style home with three rooms (3 beds, 2 queen and 1 full) and two full baths. Outside has a cavernous screened in porch and then another deck that is not covered so you can appreciate the weather. Downstairs has one huge room with two full beds and one modest full bath. (No central heat downstairs. Ran off window unit). Outside is a enormous gas fire pit and cooking area with a TV mounted on the wall. Outdoor shower. Sizable driveway that will allow parking for 8 cars. We are about a 5 min. walk from the beach and one mile from the fishing pier. There is a walking path that is accessible from the home for walking and riding bicycles. We have assorted things in the garage that are complimentary to use such as coolers, assorted beach games and a few bicycles.
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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!
The Nautical Club is a premier sound front condo complex with elegant Bogue Sound and Atlantic Ocean vistas. Located in the spectacular Indian Beach, known for its lush maritime forests, broad beaches, and proximity to Morehead City and Beaufort, it’s the ideal hideaway. Feel the beauty of Bogue Sound from your expansive private balcony. Just across the street from the beach, the Nautical Club is ideal for a memorable family vacation.Escape to Nautical Club 708, where luxury and tranquility meet. Located on the seventh floor, this sound-front condo features beautiful vistas of both Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, accepting you to relax in style while taking in the impressive beauty of the Crystal Coast.The Nautical Club is really a heaven, offering amazing amenities including an outdoor pool, covered parking, elevators, two convenient beach accesses with close by parking, grilling facilities, and much more. Whether you’re calming by the pool, soaking up the sun, or exploring the close by beaches, there’s something for everybody. At nighttime, relax on your private balcony and appreciate the peaceful vistas of the sound.Nautical Club 708 features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a Private Bathroom. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed and a Private Bathroom. Bedroom #3 has Two Twin Beds and a Private Bathroom.The total bed count includes one king, one queen, and two twins.Community Conveniences Include: Outdoor Pool Access (Open Seasonally), Elevator, Park Grille Access, Picnic Table Area, Dock Access, Kayak Loading Dock, Exercise Center Access, and Recreation/Game Room with Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, Bumper Pool Table, and Foosball Table.PARKING INFORMATION: Each reservation comes with a 2 car Max parking limit.Linens and Towels are supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.NO SMOKING.NO FAMILY PETS.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.
- Indian Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Waterfront! CShore Beach Home, Tranquility by the Sea, is on the Water, the NC Sound across from the Beach. Affectionately called The Wedding Cake House! A Spectacular family home, 3200 sq ft sizable, and it’s only a few steps to reach the water, directly on the NC intracoastal waterway, Bogue Sound, and a short walk across the street from the white, powder sands of Emerald Isle NC beach, on the Atlantic Ocean. It’s about an hours drive to Ellis Airport OAJ, in Jacksonville NC or EWN Carolina Coastal Regional Airport in New Bern, NC. There are four enchanting bedrooms, master bedroom downstairs on the main level, two and a half bathrooms and an outside shower, with enormous closets, laundry room, storage and pantry spaces. A Charcoal grille is available, beach supplies room, beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, bicycles, plus two picnic tables,, flat screen tv, many games and tons of reading materials for all ages. The Third story cupola enjoys a complete wrap around porch with awe inspiring sound and ocean vistas and a comfortable daybed. This is a birders haven as the pier is on pilings and is a sanctuary for an ample variety of sea loving feathered friends, especially pelicans. The Pier is not repaired or able to be walked on. The Main level has a complete, on all 4 sides of the home, wrap around porch and spectacular sunsets and sunrises with cozy captains chairs, rocking chairs and a picnic table facing the Sea. The Kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook with seating for four plus 6 bar stool seating around the central island counter. There are two Picnic tables and charcoal grille onsite. One picnic table is on the porch and one is on the ground level beside the garage. A bicycle is available and it will probably need to have air pumped in the tires if they have deflated. The Bicycle tire pump is in the storage room with the bicycle, beach toys, chairs and beach umbrellas. The Laundry room is available on the ground level by the carport. Four Handsome bedrooms, with the Master Bedroom and bath is downstairs on the main level. There are ample living areas which invite rest, refreshment, recuperation, fellowship, study, writing, painting and reflection. Wonderful family recreational activities, beaches, swimming, surfing, golf, tennis, pickleball, fishing at the sound, ocean and on the Bogue pier, putt-putt golf, shopping, seafood, gym, Rec Center, cycling, movie theaters and eateries are close by in an painless distance in both directions from the home. Emerald Isle Sea Turtle nesting and watching is another favorite beach activity. Walking, running, sunbathing and fishing on the beach, and at the sound, a water sports facility is a short jaunt away. There is a sidewalk that runs to Indian Beach and all the way into the town of Emerald Isle. The home is Close to both Atlantic Beach and the Town of Emerald Isle. We have a Well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. The home is on the sound side with direct access, a few steps from the home to the Sound for bird, fish jumping and dolphin viewing. Clamming and crabbing in the Sound, behind the home, is fun if you bring your own equipment. There’s swimming, floating, jet skiing, boating, fishing and countless water activities. To access the beach is a short walk across the street, to the right is the public beach access at the 3rd Street Park Public Access with with wheelchair ramp, picnic table and car parking. To the left is the Second Street Public Access walkway to the beach. We appreciate viewing and hearing the ocean from the main porch and 3rd story cupola, both with full wrap around porches. The towns of Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Beaufort and Swansboro are close by. There is also Emerald Path, NC Aquarium, Beaufort, Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Tryon Palace, churches of many denominations, local festivals, complimentary concerts, local produce & farm stalls and much more close by CShore Beach Home, Tranquillity by the Sea. We hope you and your family savor your stay at the handsome CShore beach home.
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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.
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.
Charming Oceanfront Cottage: 3 Bedrooms, 2 BathsDiscover the ideal beach hideaway in this enchanting oceanfront bungalow, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, all on one level. Appreciate the cavernous and bright great room, offering gorgeous vistas of the ocean and beach!Cottage Highlights:Master Suite: Unwind in the master bedroom, complete with a king bed and a private bathroom.Oceanfront Deck: Step outside to a sizable deck furnished with colorful rockers and a private walkway leading directly to the beach.Totally Equipped Kitchen: The kitchen features modern appliances, including a dishwasher, microwave, and washer/dryer for your convenience.Entertainment: Stay entertained with 2 TVs, 2 DVDs, and 2 stereos/CD players. Savor Wi-Fi throughout the bungalow.Outdoor Conveniences: Refresh yourself with a hot/cold outdoor shower after a day on the beach. A charcoal grille is available for outdoor cooking.Kayaks and Bikes: Take advantage of 2 one-man kayaks and 2 cruiser bicycles for some fun on the water and around the area!Additional Information:Premier Linens Included: Linens, bath towels, and kitchen towels are included, with beds made upon your arrival.Pet Friendly: Bring your furry friends! A $250 non-returnable pet fee applies (2 dogs max).Rental Period: Available for Sunday to Sunday units.No Smoking: This is a smoke-complimentary property.
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Our Second Unit, our first has over 90 5-star reviews! Fisherman/Vacationers heaven! 50 yards from the neighborhood boat ramp, or an simple walk to the beach! Striking, freshly modernized beach condo with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Sleeps 6 comfortably. 2 Generous private decks with gas fireplace and comfortable seating, Outdoor Shower. Centrally located in the heart of Atlantic Beach. Walking distance to the beach, eateries, and bars. Boaters: 5 Min Boat ride to Beaufort Inlet.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
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.
Island Beach & Racquet Club A306Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Recently updated in 2024. Elegantly located and seductively peaceful, the oceanfront condo complex of Island Beach & Racquet Club is centrally located to area amusements, dining, and shopping. You'll appreciate amenities that are ideal for any family, including oceanfront swimming pools and kiddie pools and a Junior Olympic-size swimming pool and lighted tennis courts located on the sound side of the complex. Grab a suitcases cart and take the elevator to the third floor, where A-306 awaits. In this corner position, you'll be treated to vistas to the east and west, additional windows, and a position that's one of the closest to the ocean. Inside this three-bedroom, oceanfront condo, you'll find a well-equipped kitchen with all major and modest appliances to make keeping the family fed anxiety-complimentary and simple. Make plans for tomorrow’s adventures around the six-person dining table, or comfortable up with the family in the open living room and catch a movie on the flatscreen cable TV and DVD player. Step through the sliding glass door to feel the cool ocean breeze on the balcony overlooking the pool and the beach, or have a seat on the screened-in balcony and watch the sunset as the waves roll onto the shore. At nighttime, the primary suite provides its own TV, a private open-air balcony, and an en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The rest of the family can choose the ideal bedroom for them - a second bedroom with a private half-bath or a third with twin beds. Additional amenities include a full-size washer/dryer in the front screened entryway and complimentary WiFi throughout the condo. Things to KnowNo smoking allowedPlease note that all pools are seasonalThis property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available 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
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
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.
Welcome to Top Shelf – a striking sound-front getaway that promises an memorable coastal getaway! With 3,000 square feet of modern, roomy design, this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom haven with a pool and boat lift offers the ideal blend of luxury and comfort, accommodating up to 10 guests with ease. Featuring beach chairs, and a cooler for an simple walk to the beach. Located along the relaxing shores, our property features gorgeous sound-front vistas that will leave you enchanted from sunrise to sunset. Step into the broad living area, where modern coastal vibes meet a sense of open-air elegance. The enormous windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.The heart of this home is undoubtedly the well-appointed kitchen, featuring state-of-the-art appliances and ample counter space for culinary enthusiasts. Appreciate your meals in the adjacent dining area or take the feast outdoors to the cavernous deck – the choice is yours!Each of the four bedrooms is a sanctuary in itself, offering plush linens, ample storage, and private access to either the mesmerizing sound-front or lush surroundings. The 4.5 bathrooms are sleek and beautiful, providing the utmost convenience for all guests.As an added additional for water enthusiasts, our property comes complete with a boat lift, providing seamless access to the sound. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a leisurely cruiser, the waters beckon just steps from your door.Immerse yourself in the coastal lifestyle with the array of outdoor activities at your fingertips. From water sports, beach days to lazy afternoons by the pool, Top Shelf ensures a vacation filled with relaxation and adventure.Discover the appeal of Emerald Isle from the comfort of this extraordinary sound-front getaway. Book your stay at Top Shelf and unlock the gateway to coastal bliss – where modern luxury meets the timeless beauty of the Carolina coast. Your dream vacation awaits!
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
History and good times combine at the Backstreet Pub – a cool and almost hidden little pub in the heart of Downtown Beaufort that’s tucked away behind the equally iconic Clawson’s Restaurant. Well-named for its subtle location on the “back street,” this pub has been called the “friendliest, funkiest little bar from Maine to Venezuela.”
As the name would suggest, Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant has more than a century of history as a local grocery store, (and then a restaurant), in one of the oldest buildings in Downtown Beaufort. The effortlessly historic and cool interior is lined with wooden booths and tables, naturally brick-lined walls, and plenty of charm in the form of old antiques serving as authentic décor.