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.
Like many of North Carolina's coastal islands, Emerald Isle was first home to Indians; the Algonquin Indian tribe occupied the surrounding countryside from about 500 A.D. to colonial times. Later, the area was settled by whalers and fishermen.
This freshly refreshed home is in the heart of Atlantic Beach. Walk to the beach or use the included boat slip to to keep your boat on site. Eateries and shopping are very close by. Appreciate the sizable hot tub or catch rays on the floating dock...
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- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
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This Oceanfront Complex sits perpendicular to the Ocean with simple Beach Access, Pool and close to eateries and shopping!Principal Bedroom - Queen BedBedroom Two - Two Double BedsSleeper Couch - DoubleSleeps 6 *2-3 WEEK RENTALS WILL CHARGE 1 1/2...
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
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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...
Appreciate a calming beach vacation at this comfortable 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located just a short walk from the sand. With cozy accommodations, this is the ideal spot for family or friends to relax and savor the elegant Crystal Coast.Cozy ...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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...