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Oceanfront, Dog Friendly, near the Point...
5.0
(3)

See why so many of our renters come back each season! Family friendly. Private walk way to the beach. When not watching the waves, savor seeing rabbits and deer off the deck. Open concept: dining to kitchen to living room all appreciate vistas...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Newly Renovated-Amazing 360 views of the...
4.4
(12)

This Cure is one of the highest points in Carteret County and vistas Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, Emerald Isle and Beaufort from the many ocean-view windows, balconies and perches all over the home. Absolutely gorgeous granite and tile remodel on...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Ocean Reef 4-B2, Oceanfront Condo in Eme...

Ocean Reef 4-B2 is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Second Floor Oceanfront Condo in the unique Tudor-styled gated condominium complex Ocean Reef. The Ocean Reef Community is located on the narrow part of Emerald Isle and offers various community amenities...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

The impressively grand Tryon Palace is easily one of New Bern's most famous local attractions. With a central location on the outer edges of downtown, and bordering acres of riverfront, this historical recreation of a late 1700s governor's palace...

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.