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2026 Cape Carteret Rainy Day Activities Guide

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Hot Mess - Pool, Oceanview, Pet-Friendly...

This property books Saturday to Saturday during peak season.Discover Hot Mess, the ultimate coastal getaway for families—furry members supplied! Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, this impressive home is just steps away from pristine beaches...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
OCEANFRONT SPECTACULAR !!

Amazing beach front & ocean front sleeps up to 15 comfortably!Hot Tub!East-west beach with sun all day.Stunning sandy beach great for sunbathing, swimming, walking, playing & fishing. Very low density beach with no condos or high-rises anywhere...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
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...

The Big Dream Getaway ????Private Heated...

The Big Dream awaits!! Updated open concept beach home located two blocks from beach access with handsome sound vistas and private pool!! This is the dream location close to everything the beach has to offer and has direct sunset vistas! Savor your...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

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...