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Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party
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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.
You’ll surely be “Content” when you stay at this cheerful 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach home—a ideal getaway for families, couples, or friends looking to relax by the sea. With bed sizes including a King, Queen, and Double, this home comfortably sleeps six, and linens are supplied with beds made for your arrival.Savor ocean vistas from the kitchen, living room, and master bedroom, or take in the coastal breeze from the furnished open and covered decks on both the front and rear of the home.Downstairs, the ground-level outdoor living area is a standout feature—complete with a bar and seating area, grille, corn hole, hammocks, and even a fenced dog run for your four-legged family members. It’s ideal for calming after a beach day or appreciating evening cookouts. Conveniences Include: Central air & heat, Dishwasher & microwave, Washer & dryer, Coffee maker, 4 Roku TVs with cable, Wireless high-speed internet, Hot & cold outside shower, Furnished open & covered front and rear decks, Landscaped yard, Outdoor living area with bar, grille, corn hole, hammocks, and dog run, Dog-friendly (Max 2 dogs), Weekly units – Sunday to Sunday, No smoking
- Emerald Isle
- 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.
Sit back and relax in this enchanting 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, oceanfront condo in Atlantic Beach! Dunescape Villas 146 is the ideal spot for your week at the beach! As an added additional, this complex offers community elevators for simple navigation.Linens includes 2 queens, 1 twin, and 1 twin over twin bunk set.Bedroom #1 has a queen bed, a cable TV, a private bathroom, and deck access. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed, a private half bath, and a cable tv. Bedroom #3 has a twin bunk set, a twin bed, a cable TV, and a shared full bath.The completely-equipped kitchen has everything you will need to stay nutritionally balanced during your stay including a Keurig coffee maker, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and two fridges (one with an attached ice maker)! There is also a blender so you can make some smoothies or margaritas before heading to the sand!Additional Conveniences: There are 3 flat-panel TVs with cable in the bedrooms and a Roku TV in the living room with access to the Spectrum App for your viewing enjoyment, equipped with basic cable! Appreciate taking in the salty evening breeze from the furnished, covered deck!Complex has Elevators, Grille Facilities, Community Pool (typically open Easter - mid October). NOTE: This complex has a (2) car parking limit. Bluewater cannot guarantee complex/community amenities will be in service during the time of your stay.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly stays.NO SMOKING.NO FAMILY PETS.Rents Weekly only Saturday to Saturday.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
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Cordelia is a 4 Bedroom, 4.5 Bathroom Oceanfront home decorated in a coastal bungalow style that you will appreciate. This elegant one of a kind home is designed to capture the expansive vistas of ocean, inlet and sound, offering spectacular sunsets. Cordelia is uniquely located on the "Point" in Emerald Isle, where it features magnificant vistas that only the Point has to offer. It's location is elegant for fishing, kayaking, shelling and swimming. This area also offers great family outing space for little ones to savor the calmer waters of the coast. Sit on the upper deck at Cordelia or anywhere in the home for that matter and appreciate expansive scenery and sunsets. Cordelia's superb waterfront location provides direct, private beach access right off the back porch. The amenities are countless at this beach home. Two Master Bedroom suites with hottub tubs. An elevator to all levels, giving the whole family simple access to main levels of the home. A Hot Tub is located on deck overlooking the Inlet, which will give you an memorable backdrop to your evening. You will have complimentary use of 2 Kayaks and a paddle board during your stay.Ground Level: Ample Covered and uncovered parking. Oversized Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower with enormous Dressing Area, and Charcoal Grille. You will also have direct access to your private beach access - superb for fishing. There is a refrigerator on the first level ideal for housing bait and a shelved bench that accepts for painless placement of fishing equipment outside of the home. The ease of taking your kids to the shore to swim is one highlight of this luxury home.Level One: The Living area is open and inviting with a wall of window facing a grand view. There is ample seating which includes a enchanting window bench to read a book or just take in the sights. The Living area has direct access to the Oceanview Covered Deck with furnishings, including a kid size picnic table. The Gourmet Kitchen and dining area are also supplied in the open concept plan providing ample seating for you and your family. The kitchen is equipped with all that you need to have a formal dinning experience or a coastal seafood boil. All that you could need is supplied, including sizable pots for a boil, porcelain serving trays and cookware, a plethora of stemware, and multiple baking sheets, so you can bake to your hearts content. There is also a gas stove with warming drawer and stand alone wine cooler right underneath the wetbar. The Gourmet Kitchen is equipped with 2 Dishwashers, Waffle Maker, Coffee Maker, Oven, side by side Fridge, Blender, Microwave and dine at bar with seating for eight. You will find Master Bedroom #1 on this level as well, features a King Bed, TV, Direct Deck Access and a Private Bath with hottub tub. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #3 has two queen beds, a shared bathroom and direct access to the covered oceanview deck. There is a modest secluded sitting area with vistas of the water on this level with a Flat Screen TV and DVD Player as well as a PlayStation 2. Also included are 2 Full Baths on this level.Level Two: Bedroom #4 is an oceanview Master Suite with a Private bath and hottub tub and Queen bed. This room is a wall of windows, making everywhere you look a picture ideal oceanview. This bedroom also has direct deck access and TV.Loft: with magnificent vistas at the very tip top of this home is a loft space which hosts a modest office set up, a seating area, and a hideaway storage for additional pillows and linens.Conveniences include: Elevator to all levels 4 Flat Screen TVs, 4 DVD Players, High Speed Wireless Internet Access, fax machine, wireless printer and scanner, Kinetico water purifier, 2 fridges, Central Heat and Air, Washer/Dryer, Covered and open decks with porch furnishings including rockers, Kiddie Picnic Table on Top Deck, Beach wagon with 2 chairs, 2 Kayaks, paddle board, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower with Dressing Area, Charcoal/Gas Grille. 2 gas fireplaces (available October through March only). Note: This property DOES NOT tolerate huge events.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly stays.No Smoking.No Family Animals.Rents Weekly ONLY Sunday - Sunday. DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.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.
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
This striking 4-bedroom, 3-bath penthouse, located on the 2nd row, offers the ideal combination of space, luxury, and impressive vistas. The huge kitchen and dining area overlook the ocean, creating the ideal setting for family meals and relaxation. The penthouse features two master suites, each with a king-size bed and ocean vistas. Master Suite 1 includes an attached bathroom with a jetted tub, while Master Suite 2 has its own attached bath. Bedroom 3 also features a king-size bed, while Bedroom 4 offers a pyramid bunk bed with a trundle, making it ideal for families or groups. An open upstairs loft provides gorgeous ocean and sound vistas. The property includes two enormous decks, an elevator, and an outdoor shower for your convenience. With beach access just across the street, you’re never far from the sand and surf. This no-smoking, no-family pets property has a 3-nighttime minimum stay year-round, making it a ideal getaway for your next hideaway.
- Atlantic Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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!
Available July 20–27, 2025 – Peppertree Resort, Atlantic Beach, NCStep into summer at our family’s favorite hideaway — a place we’ve been visiting since 1979. Our 2-bedroom condo at the Peppertree Resort is available for the week of July 20 to July 27, 2025, and it’s the ideal spot to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories.Once you arrive, you may never want to leave the resort. With so many on-site amenities and activities, there’s something for everybody — from kids to grandparents. Savor:Multiple indoor & outdoor swimming poolsTennis and sports courtsDaily resort activitiesMiniature golfPrivate beach access just steps awayThe condo features a roomy living area and full kitchen, ideal for a fast meal before heading back to the sand and surf.We drive in from Atlanta every year and appreciate the family-friendly, uncrowded ambiance—a exhilarating change from the packed beaches in Florida. Atlantic Beach is rich with history and appeal. It was once home to Blackbeard the Pirate, hosts a nationally recognized Blue Marlin fishing tournament, and offers cultural gems like Fort Macon State Park and close by museums.If you’re looking for a calming, historic, and family-aligned beach vacation, this is it.
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 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.
Living room includes pull out couch bed, fireplace, cable tv and Netflix. Bedroom offers a queen size bed complete with linens. Just off the bedroom is a full bathroom with a hottub tub complete with towels, etc.. Entirely equipped full kitchen and dining area for 4. We offer complimentary wifi, an indoor pool/spa, exercise equipment, arcade games and a catch & release pond! We also have laundry facilities on site. We are located away in the country but only 10 min from downtown New Bern, the Neuse River, Trent River and only 1 hour from 3 different beaches. We offer short and long term units. No family pets allowed in the unit! There is a $250 per pet charge to you if you choose to not follow rules & policies. This unit is in a home which is connected to another unit. One 1 of the bedrooms is backed up to the laundry room. Neither side can access the other without both sides unlocking the door.
- New Bern
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
Appreciate vistas of both the ocean and the sound from this 3rd row, single family home. Ocean Bliss has a 16'x32', 2.5ft-5ft deep, private pool, game room and is pet friendly. This home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms Q*Q*Q*B, Trundle*QSS in the game room. Wrap around covered and opened furnished decks, enclosed outdoor hot/cold shower, gas grille and you'll find beach chairs, beach umbrellas, beach toys, pool toys, ice chest on wheels. Pet Friendly with $250.00 non-returnable pet fee per dog (2 dogs max). Linens (linens, bath towels, kitchen towels) supplied with beds made. Typical turn day is Sunday to Sunday. Flexible stays allowed. NO SMOKING! Ground (Entry Level)Enter into the game room that has a enormous TV, game table, queen sleeper couch, sitting area with refrigerator and a full bathroom!Mid-LevelThe mid-level has 3 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms off the hallway, and a laundry closet. Bedroom 1 has a bunk bed with a trundle pull out. This room has a TV, is ocean side and has access to the mid-level covered deck.Bedroom 2 has a queen bed. This room has a TV, is ocean side and has access to the mid-level covered deck.Bedroom 3 has a queen bed.Top LevelThe top level, considered the main living level offers the kitchen, dining and living area, the 4th bedroom and a full bathroom. The kitchen is entirely supplied with bar seating.Bedroom 4 has a queen bed. This room has a TV and access to a full bathroom.
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Welcome to Surf Sounds East! Find your next escape in this freshly remodeled beach home with refreshed appliances and furnishings. Catch some sun and Atlantic breezes on the deck with ocean vistas, or cross the street for direct beach access. Two bedrooms with 1 Queen, and 2 Full beds, 1.5 bath with open plan from Kitchen to Living Room. Savor your privacy, or rent with friends and open the door between units. Conveniences include Electric Car (EV) charging on site (COMPLIMENTARY), washer/dryer, outdoor gas grille, ceiling fans, central heat/air, 3 Flat Panel TV, cable, and wireless internet, outdoor shower and partially covered deck.
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Reel Heaven is a two bedroom waterfront condo with a deep water boat slip in the heart of Atlantic Beach. Simple access to Bogue Sound and the intracoastal waterway. Minutes by boat from the Morehead waterfront or just appreciate the island life. A short walk across Fort Macon Road to the Atlantic Beach Circle and main beach access with lifeguards. A short drive over the Atlantic Beach bridge back to Morehead City and Beaufort. Nice deck overlooking the water with gas grille. TV's in each bedroom, washer and dryer and very well supplied kitchen. Linens and towels supplied.
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
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 excellent maritime environment. All villas have entirely equipped kitchens, 1-2 bedrooms, 2 baths, washers/dryers and balconies. As the coastal destination resort, The Ocean Club offers every amenities. Your rental includes access to a community lounge, exercise center, and modest game room. Access to the soundside fishing pier and launch areas for kayaks and paddleboards is also available. Grilling is just a few steps away via community park grille access. Featuring 3 pools including a gated Oceanfront heated pool, Soundfront pool, and kids's pool, there is no end of things to do at the resort. For those who want to discover the Crystal Coast, shopping, dining, golf, eco-touring, charter wind surfing, fishing and scuba diving are just a few of the activities available close by.Community Conveniences Include:(Bluewater cannot guarantee complex/community conveniences will be in service during the time of your stay).-3 Pools including gated, heated Oceanfront Pool and Soundfront Pool with Kids's Pool, Hot Tub (hours: 9:30am - 10pm daily; pools closed Jan-Feb; hot tubs open year round)-Soundfront Pier with kayak/paddleboard launch area-Each building is equipped with an elevator-Community lounge, exercise center, modest game room-Private beach access-Outdoor park grille area with picnic tables-Security on site much of the seasonComplex Notes:-Parking Allowance is for Two Vehicles Only.-Parking Pass required for parking.-Check-In and parking pass pickup are at the Emerald Isle Rental Office.-Boat/Trailer and/or or overflow Parking are Not Permitted at the Complex.-Check-in is 4:00 PM - no exceptions.-view The Ocean Club Rental Guest Rules-Monthly stay guests, when monthly stays allowed, are subject to a background check.Ocean Club F204 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, Oceanfront Condo overlooking the handsome Atlantic Ocean! Additional flex space adds to the ease of accommodating your family, couples and kids alike! This gorgeously decorated condo has great vistas of the Ocean. You can sit on your balcony relax, and watch the boats go by from the rocking chairs! Each building is equipped with an elevator. High Speed Wireless Internet Supplied! Bedroom #1 with King Bed, Bedroom #2 with Queen Bed, Flex Space with 2 Sets of Twin Bunk beds.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weeky and Nightly stays.No Smoking.No Animals.Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 2 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.
- Indian Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Just west of the town of Emerald Isle, and across a maze of marshy terrain off the coast of mainland Swansboro, lies Hammocks Beach State Park, an incredible refuge for beach lovers who want to forego the crowds, and enjoy a parcel of barrier island all to themselves.