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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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 Inlet Cove Luxury Waterfront Townhome -...

Welcome to your waterfront escape at Sea Suite at Inlet Coves on historic Radio Island — a opulent, family‑friendly townhome with expansive ship‑watching vistas over the Morehead City / Beaufort basin. Ideal for huge families or groups of...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Family & Pet Friendly Retreat

Let the anxiety of your life end and the adventure of vacation begin, the min. you pull into the drive way. Set away from the road and surrounded by trees this is the ideal coastal escape. Adorable 3 bedroom/2bath beach bungalow. Lots of space when...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!

During Hurricane Florence, our home suffered broad damage, thus was entirely remodeled in 2019 - including all new kitchen cabinetry and bathroom vanities with granite tops, new furnishings throughout, bespoke tiled walk in showers, all new floor...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
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...

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...