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Oceanfront 6BR West Side Duplex w/ Pool,...

*Pictures shown are from the East side which is identical in layout and with similar furnishings. Sea Spray West is a New for 2026 Sand Castle Oceanfront Duplex, 6 BR, 7 B per side. Q * Q * Q * Q * Q * 2S. Sand Castle Club linen service with beds...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Charming 3-bedroom house in welcoming Ne...

Welcome to our simple and comfortable 3-bedroom home, ideal for those who savor a no-fuss stay. Located in a peaceful neighborhood just mins. from downtown New Bern and the hospital, the home offers cozy beds, a completely equipped kitchen for basic...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...

Casa Palmera: Getaway in the sun with up...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Island living at its best, this Atlantic Beach home features four bedrooms and a exceptional location! Within walking distance away, you will be able to access multiple beaches...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

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...

North Carolina History Center

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.

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...