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2ND ROW. See/Hear the Ocean, 1 Min to Su...

FLEX STAYS NOW AVAILABLE. Monthly lease from Nov until Mid-May. Unwind in this bright & well-appointed 2nd row beach getaway where you are only 1 min. to the beach. You can see and hear the ocean from your deck without paying the waterfront rate...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Ebbtide West, Oceanfront Duplex in Emera...

Ebbtide West is a 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Oceanfront Duplex. Great Ocean vistas and even some Sound vistas!Ground Level: Hot and Cold Enclosed Outside Shower.Level One: Living Area, Dining and Kitchen with covered decks and spectacular Ocean vistas. Roomy...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

charming coastal dog friendly apartment ...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Escape to the striking coastal town of Emerald Isle, NC, and stay at this enchanting dog-friendly home just a short distance from the ocean. This family-friendly getaway offers...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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 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...