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Beautiful private guest house with water...

Unwind at this peaceful place to stay. Gated access with no neighbors. 8 mins. from downtown Beaufort and Radio Island beach. Water vistas from the interior of the unit. Luxurious bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room. Extensive TV in the living room...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Beautiful Oceanfront Home with Pool and ...

This bright, professionally decorated and well maintained ocean front home in the Sea Dreams Subdivision is completely furnished with fun decor. You'll savor watching the waves roll in from the two oceanfront decks while the gulls fly by. Private...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

The Fishermans Paradise with 45' Boat Sl...

Unwind in Beaufort at this exceptional home. With 3 bedrooms including 1 king bed and 2 queen beds, this adorable property is ideal for families or groups of friends. Appreciate the convenience of private a 45' boat slip located just a few miles...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

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...

Located just east of the heart of the downtown region, Fort Totten Park is a small public park in a primarily residential area that has a healthy helping of things to do for visitors of all varieties.

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...

New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.