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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...

Second-Floor Condo with Ocean View, Easy...

Seaspray 207Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'This gorgeously decorated, second-floor condo - part of the oceanfront Seaspray complex - features...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Queens Court 4104, Oceanview Condo in Em...

Queens Court 4104 is a 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom, Oceanview Condo.Total Bed Count: 1 King, 1 Double, and 1 TwinAdditional Conveniences: This condo is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your streaming and browsing convenience! You will have...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Morehead City Ferry Service

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...

Emerald Cay East, Beachside, Spinnaker's...

Welcome to "Emerald Cay East," a impressive townhome located in the sought-after Spinnaker's Reach neighborhood in the handsome Emerald Isle. This coastal getaway offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and oceanside serenity for your...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

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...

Atlantic Beach condo with nice pool and ...

Escape to a serene modest efficiency condo located in the fashionable Atlantic Beach. This comfortable getaway features a queen bed, a living room with an additional queen bed, and a calming bathtub for unwinding after a day of exploring. Bogue...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

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...

5+4 Heated Pool Home, Steps from Beach, ...
5.0
(3)

You and your family are going to have a magnificent time at this heated* pool home. 2 min. walk (6 homes down) to beach access! *Please see note at bottomBonus Ground Floor Apartment: 1+1 with a queen bed and bath/shower combination. With 940 square...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Mac Daddys

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...

Serene 1 Bedroom Getaway - Golf, Lake, S...

Fairfield Harbour is located along the Neuse River in historic New Bern, founded in 1710. This area offers diverse amenities, including sports, river cruises, and live entertainment, as well as nearly 300 years of historical treasures. The Wyndham...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Lookout Cruises

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...

Activities for Kids on the Crystal Coast

Kids will find a world of ways to stay entertained on the Crystal Coast, thanks to an abundance of activities along the coastal beaches, the slightly-inland towns, and everywhere in between. From mini-golf and watersports, to rainy day visits to...

Emerald Isle Vacation Beach house
4.8
(11)

Upstairs is a traditional style home with three rooms (3 beds, 2 queen and 1 full) and two full baths. Outside has a roomy screened in porch and then another deck that is not covered so you can savor the weather. Downstairs has one huge room with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Pet Friendly, Oceanside Interior Home Pr...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:Saturday to SaturdayBed Linens and Bath TowelsCommunity Pool AccessFull-Size Washer/DryerGas GrilleGolf CartHot/Cold Outdoor ShowerOpen and Covered DecksPet FriendlyPrivate PoolScreened PorchWiFi throughout Home**Welcome to Salty...

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

The 8 Best Beach Blankets and Towels for 2025

If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...

5th Floor View of Beach and Ocean- Full ...
4.9
(33)

Emerald Isle condo. One of the best vistas on the entire island because it's on the 5th floor. Two bedroom with really spectacular view of Beach and Ocean. Gated property. Close to grocery stores, eateries, water park, mini-golf, go-carts. Full...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

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...

Swansboro, NC Photos and Information

Though not too many Eastern NC visitors will encounter Swansboro unless they are en route to the Emerald Isle shoreline, this small coastal town is most certainly worth a second look. One of the oldest towns along the Crystal Coast, and easily one...

Pier Pointe 1A3, Oceanfront Condo in Eme...

Pier Pointe 1A3 is Third Floor Oceanfront 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Condo with impressive vistas and inviting interior!Total linens includes 1 Queen, 1 Double/Double Bunk Set, and 1 Queen Sleeper Couch.The Pier Pointe Condo Community is located in the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

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...