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An Emerald Gem, Almost Oceanfront House ...

Located in the secluded area of the island called "The Point", An Emerald Gem really is a true "gem"! Its location is ideal for family visitors wanting to fish, look for shells, walk on the beach, or surf - wide, sandy areas of the beach do still...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Barefoot Beach South: Fantastic location...

Atlantic Beach just made #16 in the list of Top 100 Beaches in the United States, beating out even beaches in Hawaii! Truly a hidden gem, as this part of the island doesn't have public access, beyond a few cars, so it's just folks staying right...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Second Row Ocean View Retreat w/ Pool an...

Welcome to "Away From It All," a handsome 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offering ~3,400 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space across three levels. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac in Emerald Isle, this home is steps away from the beach access...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Emerald Isle vacationers can take a quick trip across the bridge to the beach to enjoy a scenic trek through a coastal component of the Croatan National Forest with a visit to the Patsy Pond Nature Trail. Located just across the sound from the...