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Welcome to Sun-Kissed- located in the colorful Sea Dreams community! This 4 story home is perched high on a dune, boasting delightful vistas from all 5 decks of the Atlantic Ocean, the ICW, Oceanana Pier, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Community...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Beaufort Star!

New to Vacation Rental By Owner, but you’ll see tons of good reviews on Airbnb for the same property. Guests will appreciate the clean and modern feel of this single story home with an open layout. Conveniently located near the historic downtown...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Family-friendly 4-bedroom house in Atlan...

Cypress Dunes is located in a cul-de-sac off the coveted residential street - Ocean Ridge in Atlantic Beach. Ocean Ridge runs along the coastline and features some of the most handsome homes in the area. Walkers, joggers, bikers, and dog walkers...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...