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Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party
July 12th, 2025 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM -
Annual Crab Cake Cook-off
July 18th, 2025 6:00 PM -
Carteret Community College Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament
July 18th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025
Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.
Hello elegant ocean view!! This 5th floor 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath condo is refreshed and offers great complex amenities. There is a bedroom with a King, and one with a Double, and the 3rd bedroom has 2 Twins which is the ideal layout for you and your family. Linens are supplied with beds made. Additional amenities include: Central air & heat, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & dryer, 2 Color cable TVs, Wireless internet. Balcony with ocean and pool vistas. Complex amenities include: inside heated pool. two outside hot tubs, inside hot tub, sauna, steam showers, game room, shuffleboard courts, basketball courts, lounge, parking for boats and an outside shower & grilling area, and elevators. ONLY 2 CARS PER CONDO. This property rents on a weekly basis only from Saturday to Saturday. NO SMOKING, NO FAMILY PETS!
- Indian Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach today.
Sea's the Day is a 7/BR, 8/BA home in splendid Pine Knoll Shores with 2 Master Suites and a Game Room!! Private 8' deep pool, and just steps to the beach on your own private walkway!Animals are allowed. Dogs only, no more than 2 per stay. (Pet fee is per pet). Please add the 35.00 per nighttime pet fee at time of booking, or let the Property Manager know so she can add it. Property Manager will need to add second pet fee, so please let her know after booking. The pool can be heated during late Spring or early Fall months for an additional 650.00 per stay. The pool opens roughly April 1, or as weather accepts, and is closed up November 1 each year. Please add this fee at time of booking, or ask Property Manager to add it. This home has an elevator. The elevator runs from the ground floor to the 2nd floor only. The elevator is outside of the home, and goes from the carport covered area to the main level floor front porch area. After walking through the front door of this beautiful home you will surely be impressed! The entirely supplied kitchen is on the right as soon as you enter. The living room is attractively decorated and features a 50" Led TV. Savor vistas of the ocean right from the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Exit out the back door to your private shaded deck that leads to either the beach or the private 8' deep swimming pool. There are 3 bedrooms on the 2nd level/main floor. Down at the end of the hall is the cavernous Master Suite #1- This room has a king size bed, 32" TV, ocean and pool vistas, a private front balcony, and a private seating area for reading or recapping that ideal day at the beach. It has its own private full bathroom with a generously tiled walk in shower.Bedroom 2 is a pool/ocean view room with two twins, 32" TV. It has its own private bath across the hall with a tiled walk in shower.Bedroom 3 is a pool/ocean view room with a queen size bed and 32" TV. It also has its own private bath across the hall with a stand up shower and a garden tub.The living room upstairs has a sitting area overlooking the impressive beach. The room has a sitting area for reading and a huge table and chairs for overflow dining or a game of cards. Heading down the hall, there is a day bed with a twin pull out that could be used for modest kids. Bedroom 4 is an oceanfront bedroom and has a queen size bed, private balcony that overlooks the pool and the ocean, and a 32" TV.Down at the end of the hall is the 2nd Master, bedroom 5 . This is an over-sized bedroom with two private balconies. The ocean side balcony overlooks the pool and ocean. This room is complete with a sitting area, and a desk. No one wants to work on vacation but for some, it is a reality to tie up some loose ends or check on some things to ease your mind. Back downstairs on the 2nd floor in the living area are stairs leading to the first floor. This room has bedroom 6, with a queen size bed and 32" TV. Across the hall is bedroom 7 with two twin size beds. This floor also homes the washer and dryer in a separate room. Finally, the Game Room with a ping pong table, a refrigerator, and a gaming area with a tv to either watch movies or play some video games. Bring along your own gaming console. Bonus: There is another room at the end of the hallway past the laundry room, with a queen size bed and a full bath. For security reasons-especially during the off season, owners have installed outside cameras at the front entrance, and back porch area including the pool. No cameras are inside the home. Parking for 8 cars. No smoking allowed. Guests must be at least 25 years old to book this unit. Linens and bath towels are supplied with this rental. Please bring your own beach towels, beach equipment, and chairs. Beach umbrellas, beach chairs, and infant items may be rented locally if needed-ask the property manager for this info after booking so you can get them reserved now. Check in after 4 pm, check out before 10 am.
- Atlantic Beach
- 7 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.
Island Beach & Racquet Club B206Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'This is a second-floor, point-unit condo with superb ocean and beach vistas. The primary bedroom has a queen bed, a TV, a private bath, and a private balcony. The second bedroom has a double bed and the third bedroom has two twins. The living room is complete with a 37-inch flatscreen TV, a Blu-ray player, and access to a screened-in porch. Additional amenities include a entirely equipped kitchen, a private washer and dryer, and complimentary WiFi. Two oceanfront swimming pools and kids's pools, as well as a junior Olympic-size swimming pool, are located on the sound side of the complex. You will find a exercise center available for guests' use, plus tennis courts. Things to KnowPlease note that all pools are seasonal This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.This rental is located on floor 2.Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.
Savor your stay in the heart of Emerald Isle! Your stay includes access to a private gated oceanfront parking area with beach access and showers to wash off after a day in the sun! Appreciate a short walk down to the Sound to watch the sunset from the Cedar Street Park. The park is only a 5 min. walk and has a fishing pier, picnic tables, and Sound access for kayaks, etc. This sound-side home is a very short walk to eateries & stores along Emerald Drive, and has a flat backyard with firepit! --------------FEATURES: • Exclusive VIP access to Private Beach Parking Lot with outdoor showers • Walking distance to many Eateries, Cedar Street Pier, stores, playground, Beach, and Sound • Ceiling fans in each bedroom • Central air conditioning • Screened porch with ample seating to savor the outdoors • Firepit and outside seating • Parking for numerous cars and a boat • Backyard is flat and private • Plenty of seating: kitchen table seats 8 plus 2 seats at the island • Each bathroom features a vanity sink, toilet, and tub/shower combo with exhaust fans • Walking distance to kayak/canoe put-in and fishing pier • Outdoor gas grille • 2 Roku TVs • Pack and Play and infant gate available • No Stairs! You don’t need to worry about your little ones taking a tumble down a staircase, and they can comfortably play in the flat backyard • High speed internet • Beach cart available to tote your gear • Washer and dryer on site! --------------------SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: There are 3 bedrooms with 4 beds, plus other sleeping options! • Bedroom 1 – King bed, Roku TV, huge dresser, full length mirror, ample closet, attached en suite bathroom, ceiling fan • Bedroom 2 – King bed, dresser with mirror above, closet, ceiling fan • Bedroom 3 – Queen bed with twin bunk bed above, dresser with mirror above, ample closet, ceiling fan • There is a spare twin bed that can be used for additional sleeping, plus two couches and a pack and play.
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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 music guaranteed to unleash your inner pirate. But be warned; we may need to enlist your expertise to man the water cannons and help defend our ship!
Get ready for rest and relaxation at Ragsdale Cottage! This Oceanfront House features 4 Bedrooms and 4 Full Baths and Atlantic Ocean vistas inside and out!With Interior Offerings including 4 Queen beds, 1 Double bed, 1 Twin bed, 2 Double Sleeper Sofas (linens not included for sleeper couches); central HVAC, Interior Laundry Area with Washer/Dryer; Wireless High Speed Internet Access, 2 Flat Panel TVs; and the Totally Equipped Kitchen with Coffee Maker, Oven, Fridge, Microwave, and Dishwasher, this home provides all the amenities for a home away from home.Take advantage of the oceanside locale to appreciate the Exterior Offerings including complimentary oceanfront sea breeze and sunshine on the Outdoor Decks with Furnishings or head on down to the beach to the sandy shoreline via the Private Beach Access Walkway.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Nade for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking.No Animals.Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with 3 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last miute during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Atlantic Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.
A newly refreshed home located on a peaceful street. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a additional room, the home can conveniently sleep up to 10 comfortably. Plenty of outdoor space including 4 decks, a screened in porch, and a fenced in yard, to savor the salty air and hang out with family and friends. Not to mention a new outdoor shower to wash off from beach trips. Animals are allowed, but we do ask to not leave them unattended in the home unless they are crated. Savor a day of shell hunting on the beach and end it on the sound side, appreciating food and beverages on the water. That and more are within simple walking distance of the home. Being located between Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach, it's a short drive to the local aquarium, recreational activities, and shopping plazas...we like to think that the hidden treasure accepts you to explores all the bests that our island has to offer.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of Beaufort, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views. The Crystal Coast Lady is equipped with a snack bar, and 2 restrooms onboard.
Considering that the Crystal Coast has centuries of history as well as one of the most unique environments along the North Carolina coastline, it should come as no surprise that the region is home to an array of fascinating and thoroughly engaging museums. For a fun and educational rainy day activity, (or just a little excuse to get out of the sun), be sure you check out these “must see” museums that are found throughout the Crystal Coast.
Welcome to A Dolphin Watch, our oceanfront beach home located in the heart of Emerald Isle, North Carolina. As soon as you arrive, you'll be captivated by the striking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from one of the three decks that overlook the water. Sit back, relax, and watch the playful dolphins as they leap through the shining waves right in front of your eyes. The sound of the crashing waves and the invigorating ocean breeze will instantly put you in a state of tranquility.If you're in the mood for a swim, take a dip in the heated pool or indulge in the relaxing hot tub while appreciating the impressive ocean view. The outdoor areas are furnished with new, comfortable furnishings on every deck, accepting you to entirely embrace the coastal lifestyle.Inside the home, you'll find a attractively equipped kitchen that has everything you could possibly need. Whether you're cooking up a delicious meal for your family or hosting a gathering with friends, you'll find all the necessary appliances and silverware at your disposal.After a long day of beach activities, getaway to the incredibly comfortable beds in each of the well-appointed bedrooms. You'll wake up feeling refreshed and ready to discover all the wonders that Emerald Isle has to offer.For some indoor entertainment, head to the game room and challenge your companions to a friendly game of pool. Or, if you'd prefer to relax and relax, settle into the theater room where you can savor a cinematic experience on the wall-sized projection TV.Emerald Isle itself is a gem among beaches, having been voted the number one beach in North Carolina. Its pristine coastline, soft sandy beaches, and clear blue waters have won many awards, making it a must-visit destination for beach lovers.So come on in and appreciate all that A Dolphin Watch and Emerald Isle have to offer. Create lasting memories with your adored ones, bask in the natural beauty of the ocean, and experience the ultimate beach hideaway.
- Emerald Isle
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
The Coastal Escape is a 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath oceanfront home located in pretty Atlantic Beach, North Carolina!Total Bed Count: 1 King, 3 Queens, 2 Twin/Queen Bunk Sets.Ground Floor: Rec Room with fooseball table.First Floor: Bedroom#1-#3 are located on this floor, each with their own queen bed, dresser, intelligent TV, and deck access. Bedroom #1 and #2 shares a full bath. Bedroom #4 has two Twin/queen Bunk sets, dresser, and intelligent TV. Bedroom #3 and #4 share a full bath. Laundry Room is also located on this floor.Second Floor: Master Bedroom #5 is located on this floor with a king bed, dresser, private bathroom & deck access. The kitchen and dining room are located on this floor with deck access, intelligent TV's, couches, and chairs.Conveniences Include: High-speed Wireless Internet, 5 Intelligent TVs, Roku streaming, Private pool, Private Hot Tub, Private Elevator, Private Beach Walkway, Enclosed Yard, Covered Deck, Outdoor Deck, Observation Deck, Deck Furnishings, Garage (left side not available, right side available for guest use), Whirlpool tub/Jacuzzii, Ceiling Fans, Gas Grille, Charcoal Grille, Enclosed Hot/Cold Shower, Interior Washer/Dryer, Totally Equipped Kitchen with two coffee makers, Keurig coffee maker, oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, Game Room with fooseball table, Pool table, trailer parking & additional parking available upon request.Fireplace is NOT for guest use.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking.Up to 2 Dogs Accepted with our All-Inclusive Pet Policy for Weekly and Nightly stays - No fee! It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their family pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file.Rents Weekly Saturday - Saturday. Rents Nightly with a 3 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card included at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Atlantic Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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 Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast.
Visitors who are heading to the Crystal Coast will find a scattering of hotels and motels throughout the shoreline and inland communities, but will soon discover that the primary type of accommodations available are vacation rentals. Located all along the Crystal Coast beaches from Atlantic Beach to the town of Emerald Isle, a vacation rental is the generally preferred accommodations option for vacationers thanks to ample space, exceptional locales close to the water, and plenty of homes and condos to choose from.
Southern Coastal Living at its best! This marvelous family-friendly waterfront home located on 1 acre of pretty oaks and pines features a enormous screened porch with 180 degree, expansive deep water and sunset vistas across Adam's Creek and the intracoastal waterway (ICWW).Unwind in the hammock under 100 year old Giant Live Oaks with Spanish Moss or swim and sunbathe on the private beach steps away from the home.Water lovers and fishermen will appreciate the long 300 foot dock, as Adam’s Creek is home to a plethora of redfish, speckled trout and flounder. Birdwatching and wildlife include ospreys, bald eagles, herons, egrets, seagulls, terns, ducks, hummingbirds, deer, turkey and otters...all frequently visiting this one of a kind, relaxing property. Watch shrimp boats and all variety of personal watercraft and sailboats plying the striking waters between Oriental and Beaufort.Watch striking sunsets from this west facing waterfront gem, which is also a ideal place to see dolphins swimming up and down the waterway. Jump on the two kayaks included to fish the backwater creeks and neighboring docks or appreciate an afternoon paddle among the many changing vistas the waterway provides throughout the day.Inside this professionally decorated home, there is a luxury first floor master suite with french doors opening onto the screened in back porch facing the water. Watch boats and wildlife from the comfort of the master bedroom. Amazing water vistas continue throughout the open concept first floor great room with cathedral ceilings and sizable dining room table. The two roomy bedrooms on the second floor have handsome vistas of the water and surrounding forest. Jack and Jill bathroom upstairs serves both bedrooms. Home sleeps 8 adults comfortably. The completely outfitted bespoke kitchen is a chef’s heaven with stainless steel gas range, side by side refrigerator/freezer and dishwasher as well as an undercounter ice maker, wine refrigerator, and more that are steps away from the outdoor kitchen and gas grille on the exterior side porch. Enjoying a meal or cup of coffee on the screened in porch or in the waterside gazebo is sure to be a daily favorite morning or evening ritual.The spectacular downtown areas of Beaufort and Morehead City are only 20 mins. away and offer a wide variety of beachside activities, such as strolling down the many cozy downtown streets and stores, boating around Shackleford Banks to see the wild horses, sightseeing at the many lighthouses in the area, SCUBA diving on the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” to see the famed shipwrecks in the area, appreciating fresh local seafood at waterfront eateries, visiting attractions like Fort Macon State Park, the NC Maritime Museum, the Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium, and so much more!ConveniencesPrivate beach 300 foot dock2 kayaks with paddles and life-jacketsHammockGazeboScreened in porch Outdoor gas grilleAir conditioning/heatingInternet and wifi access that extends to the private beach Totally supplied kitchen with pots, pans, cutlery, etcRoku intelligent TVs and Amazon Fire Sticks in all bedrooms and the living roomSubstantial driveway with ample parkingWasher dryerPlease Note: No lifeguard on duty; please swim at your own risk. Supervise kids on and around dock/water.
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 9
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 link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.
You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It happens to the best of us. We’ve checked dozens of chair reviews and features. Here are our picks for best beach chair.
A family-friendly handicap assessable apartment, on the lower level so no stairs, sleeps 4. Great room with Intelligent TV. A entirely equipped kitchen. Dining area seats 6. Private patio with grille outside front door. 1st bedroom - Queen bed with sitting area and Intelligent TV. Daybed and trundle in the 2nd bedroom. A handicap bathroom with walk-in shower. There is a separate Laundry room. Walking to the beach is 7 mins., wagon included for your gear/toys and an outside shower when you return. Guest renting must be age 25 or older. Minimum stay 3 nights in the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day .
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Crystal Coast visitors who want an easy-going day on the seashore can head to one of the most convenient public beach accesses in the region, the Circle at Atlantic Beach. Known as the main “Town Beach” and located in the heart of the busy Atlantic Beach community, The Circle offers a myriad of ways to stay entertained, both on and off the sand.
Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to make your vacation one you will remember for a lifetime. With highly qualified and trained professionals, we will cater to your every need on the water. Safety is our number one priority so rest assured that you will enjoy a fun and adventurous beach day with us.