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Charming Beach Bungalow \

Welcome to Ocean’s Eight! A freshly modernized beach getaway in the hidden gem of Carolinas Crystal Coast - Pine Knoll Shores. Unwind and savor ocean breezes, peaceful island living, natural beauty, local appeal and a tucked away in nature feel...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
New Bern Getaway Spacious 3-Bedroom Town...

Summary:Feel a calming stay in this family-friendly 3-bedroom townhouse, offering the amenities of home. Appreciate the convenience of a full kitchen, complete with a coffee maker and blender. Benefit from resort conveniences including indoor and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Oceanside Luxury and Convenience on the ...

Handsomely appointed 3 bedroom/2 bath beach home with many extras. Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, we are convenient to eateries, stores, grocery, and Bogue Inlet Pier. Public beach access is located at the end of the street, a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 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...

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...