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4BR Ocean Front - DOG OK - Close to town...

Savor striking ocean vistas from nearly every room in this handsome 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom oceanfront duplex! Sleeping arrangements include three King beds, a Queen bed, and a bunk bed (two singles) to comfortably accommodate everybody. Top Level...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cozy 2BR/2BA First-Floor Condo with Beac...

Welcome to your calming coastal escape at SeaSpray Condominiums! This gorgeous first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo is the ideal home base for your beach vacation—just steps away from private beach access.Bedroom 1 features a comfortable...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

Almond House, Oceanfront House in Emeral...

Almond House is a 3 Bedroom, 2 Full and 1 Half Bath Oceanfront Cottage! Located at the fashionable "Point" area in Emerald Isle, this home is within mins. of dining, shopping and activities. This home is located at the far west end of the island...

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

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...

Visitors can enjoy a quiet view of the Calico Bay and Newport River from this refreshingly secluded spot that’s tucked away on the outskirts of the downtown Morehead City area. Conchs Point is a public water access point, but it also has a ton...

Morehead City's Jaycee Park is easily one of the most scenic parks along the Crystal Coast, and perhaps the region's busiest park in the summer season. Located adjacent to the waterfront, with wide open views of the Bogue Sound and neighboring...