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Cozy 2-bedroom cottage near Triple S Mar...

Located in the appealing coastal town of Atlantic Beach, this enchanting 2-bedroom bungalow invites you to experience the tranquility of the North Carolina shore. Imagine waking up to the calming sounds of the ocean, just a short 3-min. drive from...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
3 Mins to DT | Pickleball | Hot Tub | Ga...

Feel the ideal blend of historic appeal and modern comfort. Located in a serene and photogenic neighborhood, our gorgeously appointed home is just a short 5-min. drive from downtown New Bern, offering you simple access to the city’s vibrant...

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

Charming Pet-Friendly Cottage in beautif...

Come stay at this comfortable beach bungalow only a 2 min. walk from the beach! This newly refreshed bungalow is the ideal hideaway for families and groups up to 6.Ideal location for walking to Atlantic Beach eateries, beach stores, bars, and...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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 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...