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2026 Emerald Isle American Guide

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Emerald Isle Indian Beach Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach Shackleford Banks Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout Cedar Island Harkers Island New Bern
The Big Dream Getaway ????Private Heated...

The Big Dream awaits!! Updated open concept beach home located two blocks from beach access with charming sound vistas and private pool!! This is the dream location close to everything the beach has to offer and has direct sunset vistas! Appreciate...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Studio- Now Lower prices!  Bring your bo...

Let's take you back for a visit to the '60s and '70s. This unit is decorated as if you were back in the day, featuring a bright orange floral queen-size bedspread and an avocado rug. This apartment is quietly located near the INTRACOASTAL...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Waterfront Retreat w/ Dock + Sunset View...

Welcome to your ideal Atlantic Beach vacation ideally positioned on North Carolina’s elegant Crystal Coast. This calming coastal home offers the best combination of **beach access, boating convenience, and peaceful waterfront living**, making it...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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 Grill is a casual eatery that attracts hungry vacationers with breakfast and lunch fare that’s available all day long. Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, this convenient spot is a solid option for a big family meal, or to cure a...

Flipperz Family Bar and Grill is a popular spot for the post-beach crowd, thanks to an extensive menu that has fun with all the classic Crystal Coast specialties. Perfect for an easy-going lunch, a family dinner, or just a round of drinks and...

Kathryn’s is a chic little bistro in the heart of Emerald Isle that is sure to appeal to food lovers, martini fans, and wine aficionados alike. The small restaurant features a rich menu of rotating specialties and extensive drinks, and is the...

Everyone in the family can find something to sink their teeth into at Rucker Johns – a family-run restaurant that has been a favorite Emerald Isle destination for more than 25 years. Now offering several locations throughout the state of North...

Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar is a solid destination for a little Crystal Coast vacation atmosphere – an environment which perfectly complements a varied menu chock-full of seasonal and local seafood specialties. The restaurant is decked out...

Southern hospitality, delicious home cooking, and a stunning atmosphere in the heart of Emerald Isle are all combined at The Trading Post Southern Food & Spirits – one of Emerald Island’s favorite destinations for great easts and...

The Village Market is a favorite Emerald Isle spot for visitors and locals alike for hearty breakfasts, fresh lunches, and a cool atmosphere that’s perfect for relaxing with one of the eatery’s many specialty coffee drinks.