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Ocean Club K102, Soundview Condo in Indi...

Ocean Club K102 is a Soundfront first floor 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Condo. Bedroom #1 offers a Queen Bed, Bedroom #2 offers a Double Bed, Bonus Room with Twin Futon, Den with Twin Trundle.Amenties: Wireless Internet Access; Totally Equipped Kitchen...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Oceanfront 3BR Condo, Top/Third Floor, H...

The search for the ideal beach condo is over—you’ve found your Barefoot Heaven! What makes Barefoot Paradise so special? First, there are the striking Atlantic Beach vistas, vacation-ready layout for up to 8 guests, elevator with suitcases cart...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

4BR 2nd Row Duplex w/ FANTASTIC Ocean Vi...

Treasure the amazing vistas from every level of Sea Winds-East; a second-row, semi-oceanfront duplex just one lot from the beach on a peaceful cul-de-sac. Appreciate DIRECT BEACH ACCESS via a boardwalk! This cavernous home features 4 bedrooms, a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

North Carolina History Center

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

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...