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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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Pet Friendly Oceanside Townhome in Atlan...

Welcome to Barefoot Ventures, a roomy beach townhome designed for families and friends looking to savor the appeal of Atlantic Beach. Perfectly located just across the street from beach access, this four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath rental offers...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Oceanfront Townhouse Condominium

This condo is the second closest to the ocean. The main bedroom has an ocean view with a balcony off of the bedroom, and has freshly been refurnished. The second bedroom has just gotten new furnishings as well. The two bedrooms each has a high...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

2nd Row Oceanview home with private pool...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:2 Refrigerators2 DishwashersBed Linens and Bath TowelsElevatorFull-Size Washer/DryerGarageGas GrilleHigh ChairHot TubHot/Cold Outdoor ShowerOpen and Covered DecksPrivate PoolPrivate Walkway to BeachWiFi...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Emerald Isle vacationers who want to explore the wide waters of the Bogue Sound via a kayak, paddle board, or kiteboard rig can head to Cedar Street Park. This soundside park that’s almost hidden among the neighboring beach homes may be tucked...

Head to the very western edge of Emerald Isle to discover an iconic spot that’s been popular with longtime vacationers and locals alike – The Point. This informally named stretch of beach is where the borders of Emerald Isle ends, and...