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

Coming 2026! Summer Winds C-523 will feature a elegantly refreshed 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 a...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Coastal home close to beach and local at...

Escape to this gorgeous dog-friendly bungalow in Atlantic Beach, NC, where you'll find comfort and convenience at every turn. This comfortable getaway is ideal for families or friends looking to relax by the ocean. The single-level home offers...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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...

Front Street Retreat (Pet Friendly) in D...

Welcome to your ideal coastal escape in the heart of historic Beaufort! Ideally located on iconic Front Street, this roomy 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental offers the appeal of a waterfront village with the comfort and convenience of...

  • Beaufort
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as 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...