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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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Oceanfront Townhouse Condominium

This condo is the second closest to the ocean. The main bedroom has an ocean view with a balcony off of the bedroom, and has freshly been refurnished. The second bedroom has just gotten new furnishings as well. The two bedrooms each has a high...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Private Beach Access & Coastal Comfort

Welcome to your Emerald Isle hideaway. This newly refreshed family-friendly home is in the heart of it all—just a short walk to the beach or a fast drive to the private, gated beachfront parking (with showers for a quick rinse-off after sandy...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

3 BR Comfortable Cottage walking distanc...

Bikini Bottom is a comfortable oceanside bungalow located in a peaceful cul-de-sac on Emerald Isle, offering an simple walk to the beach as well as close by eateries, grocery stores, and local stores. This inviting coastal getaway is ideal for...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Emerald Isle vacationers who want to explore the wide waters of the Bogue Sound via a kayak, paddle board, or kiteboard rig can head to Cedar Street Park. This soundside park that’s almost hidden among the neighboring beach homes may be tucked...

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...