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2026 Emerald Isle Birding Spots 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
Emerald Isle Getaway w/ Decks & Beach Vi...

Welcome to the good life! Unwind and renew along the shores of North Carolina when you stay at this chic 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation rental. This bright and airy Emerald Isle townhome features multiple living spaces, a ping pong table, Intelligent...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Atlantic Beach condo with nice pool and ...

Escape to a serene modest efficiency condo located in the trendy Atlantic Beach. This comfortable getaway features a queen bed, a living room with an additional queen bed, and a calming bathtub for unwinding after a day of exploring. Bogue Shores...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Downtown Blue Manor 2

Downtown Blue Manor is a appealing, historic home, tucked away on a peaceful street in the heart of downtown just steps away from New Bern’s rich history, vibrant dining, nightlife, and stores! As one of the few full-sized homes really located in...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Head to the very western edge of Emerald Isle to discover an iconic spot that’s been popular with longtime vacationers and locals alike – The Point. This informally named stretch of beach is where the borders of Emerald Isle ends, and...