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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...

Private Pools, Tiki Bar, Hot Tub, Game R...

Following SeasOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Feel luxury like never before at this brand new duplex in Emerald Isle, NC. From top-of-the-line...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 17
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...

Hawk's Nest, Soundside House in Emerald ...

Hawk's Nest Features a Private Pool, new Hot Tub, and Constructed-In 5-Burner Gas Grille, with Granite Counter and Sink!NEW FOR 2025 - Fresh paint, LVP floor and refreshed master bath!Hawk's Nest is a 4-Bedroom, 3.5-Bath Soundside home, located in a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Captain's Escape, Almost Oceanfront Hous...

This property has been featured on HGTV's "Beachfront Bargain Hunt"!Captain's Escape is a 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath home that is located just one home away from the ocean and has Beach Access across the street. Spectacular ocean vistas with open and...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Enjoy Historic Downtown Beaufort, NC  - ...
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Each full bathroom has a deep hottub tub, great for calming, with shower. Vistas of Bird Shoal across from Taylor's Creek. Intelligent TVs for when you are done having fun in the sun. In walking distance of the coffee stores, eateries, bars...

  • Beaufort
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

NEWLY RENOVATED Sound Front Home with Do...

Welcome to the freshly remodeled Creek Watch, the ideal Beaufort hideaway located on beautiful Front Street with Taylor's Creek at your doorstep. Appreciate the dynamic cloudscape as sailboats glide by. With a private dock, you can comfortably...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Grande Villas C3 - 2BR Condo

Feel luxury and impressive ocean vistas at Grande Villas in Indian Beach. This fresh oceanfront condo, located on the third floor, offers a cavernous and charmingly designed getaway with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and over 1,375 square feet of refined...

  • Indian 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...

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...

Single Home.Sleeps 7-2 BR/2full baths Ov...
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Here's a revised version of the property description, focusing on clarity, conciseness, and highlighting key features:Stunning 3-Story Home on Atlantic Beach CircleThis opulent, professionally decorated single-family home offers the ideal beach...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Central Emerald Isle, Private Beach Park...
5.0
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Center of Emerald Isle, private beach parking lot! The beach access is just over a block from Bogue Inlet Pier where there are public bathrooms, shopping, a restaurant and great fishing! Very short walk or drive to the private beachfront parking...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Historic Downtown New Bern Condo -2 Bedr...
4.9
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Historic Downtown New Bern two bedroom condo in the heart of our city. More than fifteen eateries/bars within one block. Specialty gift stores, turn of the century Hardware Store, Ladies and Men's clothing stores surround you. One block from the...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Lighthouse Cottage DOG FRIENDLY -Histori...
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The bedroom features a Queen size bed and a twin sleeper couch. It sleeps a max. of 2 adults & 1 kid. Kitchen has a stove,oven, microwave and refrigerator. There is one private parking space supplied with the Lighthouse Cottage, as well as two...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...

The Morehead City Sports Complex is one of the largest destinations for active Morehead City locals and visitors who want to enjoy a little competition or easy-going fun off the sand. The 27.7 acre complex features a wealth of facilities designed...