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Ocean Front Home in Sea Dreams Community...

Feel your ideal vacation in this charming home located in one of the most desired neighborhoods on the Crystal Coast. Sea Dreams is a fabulous, private oceanfront community in the heart of Atlantic Beach. Dolphin Dreams is sure to be your family's...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Australian Gold West-Oceanfront 1/2 Dupl...

4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths – Luxury Oceanfront EscapeThis gorgeous multi-level oceanfront home features a King, 2 Queens, a Twin, and a Bunk Bed (Double/Twin), with linens supplied and beds made for your arrival.Ground Floor: Oceanfront bedroom with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Steps to Beach: Emerald Isle Home w/ Dec...

Stunning Ocean Vistas | Beach Gear Included | Foosball Table | 2,321 Sq FtA calming beach escape awaits at this cavernous Emerald Isle duplex! Ideal for family vacations or group getaways, this vacation rental features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

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...

4 J's Cafe and Bakery offers cheesecakes, pastries, layer cakes, sheet cakes, personal shortcakes, muffins, scones, cookies, brownies, macaroons, biscotti, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cappuccinos, lattes, chai lattes, and several other varieties of...

Nothing says vacation like enjoying an ice cream after a long and sunny day at the beach, and Emerald Isle visitors can treat their taste buds with a visit to one of the most well-known ice cream destinations in the country - Ben &...

Located along the oceanfront inside the Inn at Pine Knoll Shores, the Clamdigger Restaurant is a convenient and popular spot for Crystal Coast vacationers to enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant features an inviting wood-lined...

Satisfy a craving for a little ice cold dessert on a sunny day, or settle in for a hearty lunch or dinner that’s filled with kid-friendly fare, with a visit to the always popular Cow Café. Locally known as a New Bern landmark, the Cow...

Regardless of the time of day, Cru Wine Bar, Coffee Shop & Wine Store is a comprehensive and distinctive destination in the downtown area that can cater to all tastes and appetites. From a hot coffee in the morning to start a day of exploring...

There’s nothing more traditional and beachy than indulging in an ice cream cone or some burgers and fries after a long day on the sand, and  Dairy Queen is a time-tested spot to feast on easy-going fare. Open throughout the summer months...

Emerald Isle beachgoers who want to feast on sweet and salty fare will feel right at home at the convenient and always tempting DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant Emerald Isle. Situated just a block or two away from the oceanfront, and easy to reach...

Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to...

Now open at 8am in Morehead City at the corner of Arendell + Friendly! Join us for brunch 'n lunch!