Head to one of Beaufort’s favorite local landmarks for one of the most festive and anticipated parties of the year. The Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party is an annual celebration that features an enchanting atmosphere complete with delicious food, an open bar, ample live music and dancing, auctions, and a host of ways to toast the summer while supporting a beloved local cause.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a unique and picturesque corner of the Crystal Coast with this grand event that celebrates all the activities and fun of the fall season. The Town of Cape Carteret Fall Festival features a myriad of food, activities, and entertainment for visitors of all ages, and the free festival is a great opportunity to uncover this scenic town that’s located just a shell’s throw away from the Emerald Isle coastline.
Held just after Halloween, the annual Dirt Nap Fest at Mill Whistle Brewing has become a favorite event for Beaufort locals and visitors alike, thanks to its spooky and surprising atmosphere, wholly unique car show, cool vendors, and plenty of delicious Mill Whistle beer to go around.
Celebrate the holidays Crystal Coast style with this annual event that entices locals and visitors alike to get into the holiday spirit. The Swansboro Christmas Flotilla is a time-honored tradition that combines Swansboro’s love of life on the water with a truly festive atmosphere, and the event is sure to become an annual celebration that Crystal Coast visitors will want to return to again and again.
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 a quick drive or water taxi away from some of the most promising and coveted beaches along the North Carolina coastline.
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 Beaufort, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views. The Crystal Coast Lady is equipped with a snack bar, and 2 restrooms onboard.
Striking private sound front property shaded by 100-year old live oak trees with a dock. Just one mile from The Boathouse Marina, public boat ramp, and two miles from the Beaufort docks...ideal distance for golf cart rides. This spectacular tucked-away rental sports the most marvelous sunrise in Carteret County as it rises over Harkers Island bridge. Life is slower here where the egrets fish in the marsh and dolphins play as the tide lazily rolls in. This 1800-sq-ft comfortable bungalow has been newly remodeled and features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, full capacity laundry room, and cavernous living and entertaining areas, including two outdoor decks for additional leisure. Plenty of space to park boat and trailer in yard. Male and female beach cruiser bicycles supplied for meandering through town. Brand new dock that is 12-foot on the T. Catch crabs in the crab pot included and fish off the dock. No swimming due to oyster rocks in the marsh and shallow water. Bring your kayaks for fantastic adventures through the marsh. By boat, it's only 20 mins. to get to the Cape and 7 mins. to Wade Shore and Shackelford Banks. Gas up the boat around the corner at Boathouse marina. Linens supplied; smoking outdoors only. We charge a $150 non-returnable pet fee for one dog under 50 pounds. Copy and paste link into your browser for home instructions.https://docs.google.com/document/d/17BX94W1oewgIW-jppCZKXhz6tKIeDJfp0hTvgK7jtGs/edit?usp=sharing
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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 is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.
Sands Villa 410Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Appreciate generous amenities at the oceanfront Sands Villa Resort, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, an exercise room, tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, a playground, and a courtyard with gas and charcoal grilles. There's a fish cleaning station, an area to rinse off the boat, boat trailer parking, electric car charging stations, and elevators for simple access.This fourth-floor side condo is full of the conveniences of home. Leave the day's swimsuits and beach towels in the private washer/dryer while you prepare homemade meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Dine at the breakfast bar or the adjacent table, then kick back and relax while watching shows on the 65-inch intelligent TV in the living room. The primary bedroom has a TV and an en suite bathroom, while the guest room has access to the full bathroom in the hallway. A desk workstation is ideal for remote work or online school.THINGS TO KNOWSmoking is stringently prohibited on-site.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.This rental is located on floor 4.Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our intelligent home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, accepting us to reach out directly with a reminder of max. occupancy and peaceful hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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 music guaranteed to unleash your inner pirate. But be warned; we may need to enlist your expertise to man the water cannons and help defend our ship!
Dunescape Villas 219Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Make your family’s vacation memorable in this pretty, oceanfront condo at Dunescape Villas in Atlantic Beach. This condo features all the amenities of home and all the amenities desired for a great vacation! No need to worry about carrying the suitcases up the stairs to your condo - there is an elevator and bags carts available to make for simple access. Imagine yourself basking in the sun around the outdoor community swimming pool while the kids frolic in the water. Or follow the walkway to the handsome, white, sandy beach where you can ride the waves, build sandcastles, or collect seashells! This condominium offers a comfortable living room that is great for calming or cooling down after a busy day at the beach. Give yourself a time out and allow yourself to be carried away by the charming view of the ocean and feel the exhilarating ocean breeze as you relax on the screened-in balcony just off of the living room. The entirely equipped kitchen has all major and modest appliances, making cooking for the family a breeze. Don’t forget: the courtyard has shared charcoal grilles for those enchanting family barbecues. You'll have great dinner conversations after a fun day at the beach or other area attractions! When it’s time for lights out, you have three bedrooms waiting to lull you to sleep. After the kids have cleaned up, tuck them into either of the guest bedrooms with the two twin beds. When you make your way into your primary bedroom you will find your own private bath with a shower stall for a invigorating shower to help you relax before turning in. Don’t worry about not having enough beach towels. You will find a laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer located in the front screened-in entry. Additional in-suite amenities include four TVs and a DVD player. The complimentary WiFi access makes it painless for you to post your favorite vacation memories to your social media. Across the street you will also find a day dock with a view so handsome, you may never want to go home! Things to Know Free WiFi Please note that all pools are seasonal This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.This rental is located on floor 2.Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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 link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.
