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Summer Winds C-523, Oceanfront Condo in ...

Coming 2026! Summer Winds C-523 will feature a delightfully modernized kitchen with modern finishes, refreshed appliances, and a fresh coastal design — the ideal place to gather, prepare, and make lasting memories by the sea.Summer Winds C-523 is...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Relax and Recharge at Sea Spray Unit 201...

Welcome to your ideal beach escape! Located on the second floor of the sought-after Sea Spray community, this bright and breezy 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is just a short walk from the shoreline—ideal for couples, families, or a peaceful solo...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...

Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private...

Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor ShowerAppreciate the best of both worlds — a calming, delightfully remodeled bungalow just a short drive or walk from the beach, paired with exclusive complimentary private...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...