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The Beach Hive - A cozy 1-bedroom treeho...

Stay comfortably in Emerald Isle at this 1-bedroom apartment. The bedroom features a king bed, while the living room offers two twin beds, ideal for additional guests or calming downtime. The bathroom includes a invigorating shower and a hair dryer...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Birds' Nest -oceanfront condo in Dunesca...

Direct oceanfront condo with boating access and day docks on the sound side.Dunescape Villas unit 203 is a 2nd floor, oceanfront condo with gorgeous vistas from the living room, and porches! The Master bedroom has a private porch looking out over...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

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...

On Island Time: Dog Friendly, Centrally ...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Slow down and relax, it's time to stay On Island Time! Pack up your suitcase and your smile, and come to appreciate a fenced-in backyard, a short walk to the beach each morning...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...