The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.
Come and marvel as a fleet of wooden boats are constructed from start to finish before your eyes at this competition that pits boat-builders against each other in one of the most anticipated events of the Annual Wooden Boat Show. The BoatBuilding Challenge is an event that's been going strong for more than 15 years as of 2026, and the competition features 18 teams who will battle it out to craft the best wooden boat in just four hours’ time.
Visitors can explore the best aspects of downtown Beaufort inside and out with the annual Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. Held throughout this coastal community, and featuring a number of popular sites including the buildings within the Beaufort Historic Site, area gardens, local churches, the Old Burying Ground and much more, this event provides an in-depth look into what makes Beaufort both historic and continually charming.
The Crystal Coast's offshore waters are guarded by the US Coast Guard, and Emerald Isle is home to one of their flagship stations, encompassing a large section of the town's western edge, adjacent to the inlet, and marked by an unimposing station...
Location, Location, Location. Ground-floor unit with no stairs and handicap-accessible BRs and BA. Appreciate the calming sounds, smells, and ocean breeze while sitting poolside or relax in your private shaded deck, appreciating all the beach has to...
- Emerald Isle
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"The Emerald Cottage" is a brand-new, ground-floor apartment available for rent that has 2 bedrooms and one full bath on the ground level of our beach home, completely separate, private and accessible via the side and back of the home. A true...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
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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...
Queens Court 3102 is a 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath First Floor Angled Oceanview Condo. Living Area has a Queen Sleeper Couch (Linens are NOT Included for Sleeper Couch) and a private Covered Deck with furnishings. Bedroom has a King Bed.Conveniences: WiFi, 2...
- Emerald Isle
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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...