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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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Shearwater-Pet Friendly/Ocean Front Hous...

Located gracefully along Ocean Ridge Drive, this captivating oceanfront home offers unparalleled vistas of the countless horizon. With a sleek, modern design, the residence stands as a testament to modern luxury.Sitting gracefully on the edge of the...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Oceanfront \

Great Expectations West is a beautiful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom, oceanfront duplex on the striking beaches of Emerald Isle, and just steps away from having your toes in the sand! This spectacular home boast 3 oceanfront bedrooms with alluring expansive...

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

Dunescape Villas 251: Coastal Charm Meet...

Dunescape Villas 251 is a vibrant 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom oceanfront getaway located on the second floor. This polished hideaway features a modern, entirely equipped kitchen with a striking blue geometric backsplash and a layout designed for...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

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...