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Ocean Reef 4-B2, Oceanfront Condo in Eme...

Ocean Reef 4-B2 is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Second Floor Oceanfront Condo in the unique Tudor-styled gated condominium complex Ocean Reef. The Ocean Reef Community is located on the narrow part of Emerald Isle and offers various community amenities...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Shamrock, Oceanfront House in Emerald Is...

The Luck of the Irish doesn't have to be with you in order to stay at this 8 Bedroom, Oceanfront House! Nope, you just need the Luck of Emerald Isle to stay at Shamrock! The private Hot Tub and 12 X 28 Pool (see item #19 below), which can be heated...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

The Sand Castle, Oceanside House in Atla...

Come experience true oceanside bliss at The Lookout in the Grove! The Lookouts at the Grove offers the ideal blend of relaxation and convenience, featuring a community pool just steps from your front door ideal for a exhilarating dip or calming in...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

The impressively grand Tryon Palace is easily one of New Bern's most famous local attractions. With a central location on the outer edges of downtown, and bordering acres of riverfront, this historical recreation of a late 1700s governor's palace...

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.