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Waterfront home with dock, rocking chair...

Surround yourself with excellent vistas and the warm island breeze when you book a stay at Living Water Estate! Start your mornings by sipping on your ritual cup of coffee and swinging on the back deck's swing. If you're up early enough, the sunrise...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
SeaSpray 214, Oceanfront Condo in Atlant...

SeaSpray 214 is an Oceanfront 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Condo in the Sea Spray Condominium Complex located in Atlantic Beach.Bedroom #1 has a King Bed, a TV, a Private Bath, and a sliding door to the oceanfront deck. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed, a twin bed...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Captains Choice: 5-Bed Oceanfront Escape...

Welcome to your opulent 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath oceanfront getaway, where thoughtful design and high-end amenities create the ultimate coastal escape. Every detail of this designer home has been curated for comfort, style, and relaxation.Step outside to...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Serving locally sourced seafood, house-cured steaks and signature cocktails. Experience the finest in upscale dining at Caribsea, where fresh seafood, premium prime cuts, and exquisite raw selections take center stage. Enjoy an unforgettable meal...

Flipperz Family Bar and Grill is a popular spot for the post-beach crowd, thanks to an extensive menu that has fun with all the classic Crystal Coast specialties. Perfect for an easy-going lunch, a family dinner, or just a round of drinks and...

Kathryn’s is a chic little bistro in the heart of Emerald Isle that is sure to appeal to food lovers, martini fans, and wine aficionados alike. The small restaurant features a rich menu of rotating specialties and extensive drinks, and is the...

Everyone in the family can find something to sink their teeth into at Rucker Johns – a family-run restaurant that has been a favorite Emerald Isle destination for more than 25 years. Now offering several locations throughout the state of North...

Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar is a solid destination for a little Crystal Coast vacation atmosphere – an environment which perfectly complements a varied menu chock-full of seasonal and local seafood specialties. The restaurant is decked out...

The Shark’s Den Sports Bar & Grill is a fine destination for Emerald Isle sports lovers and hungry beachgoers alike. The extensive menu, which features an array of pub-worthy fare that goes well with a football game, appeals to any salty...

Southern hospitality, delicious home cooking, and a stunning atmosphere in the heart of Emerald Isle are all combined at The Trading Post Southern Food & Spirits – one of Emerald Island’s favorite destinations for great easts and...