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Bubbles Up Surf Shack-3 BD Dog Friendly-...

As soon as you pull into the Bubbles Up Surf Shack, just exhale and relax. Appreciate a chic experience at this centrally-located gem. This home has a retro feel with classic beach albums on the walls and surfboard decor. Renovated in 2024 with...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
AMAZING VIEWS!! Beachfront Duplex-West a...

Come savor the beauty of Emerald Isle in our BEACHFRONT duplex, Rustic Peacock West (or East or book BOTH)!Located at the highly sought after area of the island called the Point. We completely made over both sides of this property in 2018...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
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...

Ocean Sands 204A, Oceanside Condo in Atl...

Ocean Sands 204A is a beautiful Oceanfront Studio Style Condo with 1 bathroom in Atlantic Beach. Just a short walk away from the handsome Crystal Coast beaches!Conveniences Include: Kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. You...

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

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...