The Gibbs House is a picturesque home in the heart of Beaufort that has deep roots and a fascinating background. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, this eye-catching home is a popular destination along a guided or a self-guided downtown walking tour.
The Gibbs House was built around 1851, and was a prime example of the Greek Revival style, which was popular during the mid-1800s. The nearly square residence features two fireplaces, a row of towering windows, and two front porches that are stacked on top of each other. Though originally privately owned, the house rose to regional prominence as the temporary home of the Johns Hopkins Seaside Laboratory, which operated at the site for ten years in the latter 19th century, and which was one of the very first marine research labs in the United States. Modern day visitors can easily explore the home and snap a few scenic pictures by taking a stroll along the eastern edge of Front Street, just past the hub of businesses and restaurants stationed by the water. A unique little gem of a home that’s worth a second look, the Gibbs House is just one of many treasures that historic Downtown Beaufort is renowned for.
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One of the biggest attractions for Crystal Coast visitors is naturally the beaches, and new vacationers will soon discover that there’s a lot of shoreline to go around. From the hopping summertime beaches in Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach, to the more secluded Cape Lookout National Seashore, enjoying the local beaches is a breeze in this corner of the Southern Outer Banks.
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 museums. For a fun and educational rainy day activity, (or just a little excuse to get out of the sun), be sure you check out these “must see” museums that are found throughout the Crystal Coast.
HOME HIGHLIGHTS: -Gas Grille-Golf Cart-Jacuzzi Tub-Private Pool-Bed Linens and Bath Towels-High Chair & Porta-Crib-Roku TVs DETAILS: A 3 bedroom beach bungalow at its best.This one level home will have everything a modest group needs to appreciate an effortless week at the beach. The TVs are all upgraded with streaming capabilities. The bedrooms are all ideally furnished. The King master suite offers a huge bathroom complete with soaking tub and standing shower. The other light filled bedrooms offer a Queen bed and 2 twin over twin bunk beds. The galley kitchen is off the living room and filled with all of the usual amenities and modest appliances one would expect. The dining table is just off the kitchen and offers entry to the deck and private pool area.The private pool is completely fenced for safety. The golf cart included for your use to make the trips to the beach easier is stored in the garage. A walk to the beach is just over a half mile down the private neighborhood streets... If you take the golf cart you will pull into the beach access in just a few mins.. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: FIRST FLOORING-Master Suite: King bed and private bath-Guest Bedroom: Queen bedroom w/ shared bath-Bunk Room: Two twin bunk beds
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8