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Ocean-view condo with beach access, WiFi...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Come savor this freshly-modernized dreamy condo that features vistas of the ocean and the sound. The open floor plan creates an airy ambiance for guests to mingle while the full...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Classic oceanside home offering private ...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:Sunday to SundayBed Linens and Bath TowelsTelsa J1772 Wall ChargerGas GrilleGolf CartCommunity Pool AccessFull-Size Washer/DryerHot/Cold Outdoor ShowerPrivate Walkway to BeachWiFi throughout HomePrivate PoolHeated Pool for add'l...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 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...

Oceanfront home with direct beach access...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Located in the beautiful coastal town of Pine Knoll Shores, this roomy beachfront home offers the ideal getaway for families or groups looking to relax and savor the gorgeous...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

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.