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Ocean Club S304, Soundfront Condo in Ind...

The Ocean Club Resort resonates with southern appeal. Constructed in the Charlestonian style of architecture, the open living space of the villas harmonizes with the elegant maritime environment. All villas have completely equipped kitchens, 1-2...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Suits Us Too - 3BR, 2BA - soundside in E...

Find ample amenities to make your vacation way beyond suitable when you stay at Suits Us Too! With its Soundside location convenient to downtown Emerald Isle's stores, eateries, and activities, this 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Home is waiting for your...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...

Stay Salty, Almost Oceanfront House in E...

New: Stay Salty is now EV friendly with a 50 amp NEMA 14-50 plug added near the driveway! Please bring your portable charging cord for your car.PRIVATE POOL (may be heated for $650/week + tax)5th Bedroom with TV and private bathRecreation room with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

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...