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2026 Emerald Isle Scenic Spots Guide

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My Shell A- Beach views\n\n

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place.Unwind with the whole family at this relaxing 2 bedroom 1 bathroom nearly Ocean Front triplex located in handsome Atlantic Beach. This property puts you in close proximity to the Ocean and...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Southwinds Unit J6-Oceanside Condo in At...

Feel the essence of coastal living at Southwinds J6, located within Atlantic Beach's Southwinds Condominium complex. This gorgeous condo offers two bedrooms and one and a half baths, providing a comfortable getaway for your beach vacation.Inside...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Sanibel's Island Retreat NC, not FL!

STYLE, COMFORT, & FUN AT THE BEACH.(NC. Sanibel is my dog).Centrally located.BIGGER THAN IT LOOKS IN PHOTOS.Private ground floor section of 2-family home.2 min. walk to beach. Short walk to eateries, bars & stores. Sit on your own patio & listen to...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

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...