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Hidden in the Oaks: Dog-friendly, close ...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Feel the ultimate beach hideaway at this striking townhouse in Atlantic Beach, NC. With multiple levels, this family and dog-friendly getaway offers ample space for everybody to...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Ocean Front View Condo

Kerley Condo, unit 132-B is a modern refreshed handsome homelike 4 bedroom, 3 bath condominium. We are conveniently on the ground level, with a glorious closeup unbelievable view of the striking Atlantic Ocean from surrounding picture windows.Come...

  • 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...

Emerald Isle - Ocean Club, beach front c...

Welcome to your dream beach hideaway at Ocean Club Belles Vacation! This first-floor, 3 bedroom condo offers expansive ocean vistas, a private deck overlooking the pool and direct access to the sand. Appreciate modern amenities with a entirely...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

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...

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.