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J Chalk Designs

Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a...

Sweet Caroline coastal home Beaufort, NC...

Sweet Caroline has one of the best OPEN FLOORING PLANS in Beau Coast neighborhood accepting everybody to gather while cooking, eating, listening to music, games, and watching the 75" intelligent TV. **MASTER BEDROOM main **LAUNDRY ROOM main**ACCESS...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Central Emerald Isle, Private Beach Park...
5.0
(42)

Center of Emerald Isle, private beach parking lot! The beach access is just over a block from Bogue Inlet Pier where there are public bathrooms, shopping, a restaurant and great fishing! Very short walk or drive to the private beachfront parking...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

NEW to VRBO: Stunning OCEANFRONT Condo i...
5.0
(8)

If you are looking for a ideally located beachfront condo on Emerald Isle, in the town of Pine Knoll Shores…look no further! Totally refreshed, charmingly appointed-- 4 BR/3.5bath condo in the phenomenal Coral Shores, a Beacon's Reach community. 4...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...

103 Ebb Tide Plus, Almost Oceanfront Hou...

The vistas from 103 Ebb Tide Plus are enough to make you fall in appreciate with this Emerald Isle vacation home! Unwind on the front porch and take in the salty air from this 3-Bedroom Almost Oceanfront Cottage, located just 2 tons from the ocean...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Pet-friendly - 3 blocks to Beach, Sleeps...

Located in the heart of Atlantic Beach, this pet-friendly, first-floor condo is close to everything. The lifeguarded beach at the Atlantic Beach Circle is a short 5 min. walk (just 3 blocks!), as are numerous eateries, a pet-friendly biergarten w...

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

Point on Pollock - Brewery Row - Brim of...

5 bedroom 2-story home with a full kitchen on each floor. Sits on the brim of downtown surrounded by breweries. This property is a 7-10 min. walk to downtown. On the way you'll see some of the best breweries New Bern has to offer. Or stay home and...

  • New Bern
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

Shelling near Morehead City, NC

One of the best attributes of Morehead City for many longtime vacationers is that this central Crystal Coast town is close to everything the Southern Outer Banks has to offer. And when it comes to beachcombing, this means that shell seekers will be...

Forever Blue-Ocean View Home with Elevat...

At Forever Blue, you will quickly feel casual and right at home. The open floor plan makes the space feel even bigger, with so much natural light and a modern feel, and with all the comfort you crave. There is plenty of space for calming, cooking...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
??Panoramic Ocean & Pool View Studio????...
5.0
(2)

Come and experience all the Crystal Coast has to offer! Ocean vistas galore from this premiere corner OCEAN & POOL VIEW studio unit! Conveniently located next to the Beach (50 steps away). Conveniences include an outdoor pool, PRIVATE Beach Access...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment...

Top 10 Things to do in Morehead City

There’s much more than meets the eye in Morehead City. Though the town is known in most beach-going circles as the place to shop and dine before hitting the sand, Morehead City also has a treasure trove of attractions and activities that will...

Mulberry Cottage 5 Blocks to Beaufort Wa...
4.9
(18)

*Please ask about our long-term, off-season monthly prices***For one to two people, using only one bedroom, the rate will be $205 per nighttime. Price will be adjusted with your reservation request.**The Mulberry Street Cottage is our newest unit...

  • Beaufort
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Morehead City History

Morehead City was the brainchild of John Motley Morehead, governor of North Carolina from 1841 to 1845. Governor Morehead foresaw the commercial potential of Shepherd's Point,the promontory at the intersection of the Newport River and Beaufort...

Beachfront - Perfect for large groups - ...
4.7
(90)

Sat-Sat units during summer and NO SUMMER CLEANING FEES!Welcome to your private slice of the Crystal Coast! Cassimir West, offered by Crystal Shoals Vacation Units, is an oceanfront half duplex offering gorgeous, unobstructed North Carolina ocean...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.

Port City Tour Company

Port City Tour Co. is your destination for entertainment, education, talented acting, and history! We can also deliver a catered experience for your special events.   From cool off-shore shelling and wild horse adventures to close-to-home...

Game on Escape Rooms

Game on Escape Rooms offers physical adventure games in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints and strategy to complete the objectives at hand. These experiences are great for ages 10 and up. Two different escape...

Located in a charming but unimposing brick building in the heart of downtown Morehead City, the Arts Council of Carteret County is the region’s premier resource for discovering a wealth of local talents that call the Crystal Coast home.  

Come check out Battle Works for a fun and entertaining experiences including axe throwing, laser tag, and nerf wars!

Bear Towne Escape Room offers three fun, themed escape room experiences in New Bern. Bear Towne's escape rooms are perfect for family, friends, corporate team building and date nights. The more your team communicates and works together, the closer...

Crystal Coast Axe Throwing is the newest entertainment spot on the Crystal Coast.  Whether you want to channel your inner lumberjack or just try out a fun and competitive hobby, axe throwing is a fun and unique sport that is taking North...

Visitors and locals of all ages can find miles of fun at the Morehead City Recreation Center. This complex of activities and attractions in the heart of town features ample ways to have a ball while experiencing everything the town of Morehead City...

Visitors of all ages can celebrate the local arts scene and discover their own creative side at the wholly unique New Bern Arts & Wellness Center. Striving to be an oasis for folks who want to explore both their creative potential and overall...

With classes, equipment, personal trainers, and an Olympic size swimming pool, Sports Center in Morehead is quickly becoming one of the top destinations for fitness fans from all across the Crystal Coast region. Situated in the heart of Morehead...

We designed our 30,000 square foot fitness facility with your comfort and convenience in mind. We’re sure you will agree! A basic membership includes group fitness classes, top of the line strength training equipment, new TRX studio, and...

Though the Webb Memorial Library and Civic Center is a historical destination in its own right, this spacious and engaging library is also an entertaining destination for young and adult visitors alike. Featuring a wealth of special programs...