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2026 Emerald Isle Nature Spots Guide

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Fantastic Ocean Front Cottage with Priva...

Absolutely exceptional pet-friendly bungalow with BRAND NEW Private Swimming Pool right on the beach! Feel the ocean as never before in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home away from home. Very comfortable interior with a spiral staircase between the 2...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Oceanview condo with outdoor pool and pr...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Located in the beautiful Atlantic Beach, NC, this inviting condo at Southwinds Condos offers a partial ocean view and a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and fun stay...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Lookout Cruises

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...

Summer Winds C-328, Oceanfront Condo in ...

Summer Winds C-328 is waiting for you and your family to savor. The beach is readily accessible, with this community's private walkway to the beach. Unwind and watch the waves from this third-floor oceanfront balcony. This Oceanfront 2-bedroom...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Isle vacationers don’t have to venture too far to discover an entirely different coastal environment via the community’s newest park, Emerald Isle Woods Park. Located just off of Coast Guard Road, and only a few blocks away from...

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...