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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...

PET FRIENDLY, Golf Cart Ride to DOWNTOWN...

Looking for a New build located just mins. from Downtown Beaufort, NC with a Master On Main and PET FRIENDLY? WELCOME to our home away "LIVIN' ON BEAU TIME". My Husband and I fell head over heels in adore with Beaufort when we came for a vacation...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Gorgeous 3 Bedroom Ocean Front Condo in ...

This handsome beach front condo has never rented only sparingly and is family owned. The condo was entirely refreshed in 2020 with ocean front vistas and a fast walk to the beach. Includes a pullout couch in the living area and a huge table for...

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

Ocean front Beach Condo within a gated c...
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Ocean front Condo located in a gated community with exceptional amenities - outdoor pool has a 100 ft. water slide, indoor pool, hot-tub. Tennis courts, basketball court, putt-putt on the property as well as a playground, picnic area with grilles...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Beautiful First Floor Oceanfront Condo S...
5.0
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Welcome to Pirate's Hideaway! Located in handsome Pine Knoll Shores, Beachwalk is right across the street from the Aquarium and the Roosevelt Natural area. Pirate's Hideaway is located on the first floor (no stairs to climb) making it a breeze to...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 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...

Sea Fever East, Oceanfront Duplex in Eme...

Are you sick of being land-locked? Are you itching to travel to new places? Are you aching to visit Emerald Isle? Well, my friend, you have a case of Sea Fever! The only cure for that is to pack up the family, head to Emerald Isle and vacation in...

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

The Lookout by Salty Sweet Retreats

Getaway to our calming top floor condo overlooking the delightful marina. Savor coffee or drinks on the balconies as you watch the sunrise or set. Swing in the hanging chairs and let your cares melt away. Soft linens, a thoughtfully outfitted...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Crystal Coast Museums

Considering that the Crystal Coast has centuries of history as well as one of the most unique environments along the North Carolina coastline, it should come as no surprise that the region is home to an array of fascinating and thoroughly engaging...

Executive Home with Neighborhood Beach A...

Located off the charming Ocean Ridge Drive, this home provides fast and simple access to shopping and dining, while being about a 5 min. walk to the community's private beach access. This home has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. There is also a...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
3 BR Oceanfront Townhome - Remodeled Kit...
4.8
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Welcome and thanks for stopping by. Come on in and check us out. Hope you like what you see and choose to stay. Email or call with any questions...we're glad you came. Janet & Bill~~~ THE BEACH IS JUST STEPS FROM YOUR DOOR ~~~FROM THE FRONT DOOR...

  • Atlantic 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...

Crystal Coast Vacation Rentals

Visitors who are heading to the Crystal Coast will find a scattering of hotels and motels throughout the shoreline and inland communities, but will soon discover that the primary type of accommodations available are vacation rentals. Located all...

2-Bedroom 1-Bath Home with WiFi and acce...

This appealing 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is located in the gated community of Fairfield Harbour and offers the ideal getaway for your New Bern hideaway. Appreciate a entirely equipped kitchen, an all-season sunroom, a cavernous deck with a grille, and...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2025

You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...

“Spivey’s Korner” Ocean Views, Eas...
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Pool opens First week of May - Closes First week of October(Opening and Closing dates can be effect by weather conditions).Nicely maintained ocean view townhouse located roughly 15 miles between Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle on NC's Crystal Coast...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

The flavors of the Crystal Coast and the Down East region of eastern North Carolina are on full display at 34° North Restaurant, an elegant but laid-back eatery that is found just a shell’s throw away from Beaufort’s downtown area...

Beaufort Café is a super casual and no-frills destination for breakfast fare that is served in fantastically hearty portions, and always tastes fresh and filling. Located along Highway 70 in the heart of Beaufort, the small restaurant is a...

After a long day on the golf course, or after a morning of exploring the miles of nature trails in this quiet area, visitors and residents of The Beaufort Club can re-energize or enjoy a romantic evening out without ever leaving this pristine corner...

City Kitchen is found within the Town Creek Marina, and is a private and scenic eatery that has a prime waterfront view. The menu changes on a regular basis, and features a number of fresh seafood dishes as well as meats and proteins, which are...

As the name would suggest, Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant has more than a century of history as a local grocery store, (and then a restaurant), in one of the oldest buildings in Downtown Beaufort. The effortlessly historic and cool interior is...

The Dock House Restaurant is arguably more famous for its location that its food. Situated in the very center of Waterfront Downtown Beaufort in an extensive, multi-story historical residence, this sprawling eatery features multiple indoor and...

Enjoy an easy meal that’s inspired by southern flavors at this unique little eatery that’s located just off the beaten path. Situated in the heart of Downtown Beaufort, Freschi’s Food is a unique dine-in or take-out spot...

Serving lunch and dinner at one of the most enticing settings in Beaufort, Moonrakers is an inspired destination to enjoy a wealth of fresh local ingredients and creative dishes with a waterfront backdrop. With menus that change with the season, and...

Enjoy a dining experience next to the waters that Blackbeard the Pirate called home at this Beaufort eatery that is named after his signature ship, and which features a variety of dishes that are sure to appeal to the saltiest patrons. Located along...

Visitors who love a big southern meal will appreciate Roland’s Barbecue. Located in a primarily residential section of inland Beaufort, this local favorite features a lengthy and varied menu that’s heavy on southern staples, and is sure...