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The Emerald Cottage - renovated 1950s be...

The Emerald bungalow is a striking, entirely remodeled 1950s beach bungalow one block to the beach! Hear ocean waves from the master bedroom w/ a queen bed, en-suite bath & claw foot tub. Savor your morning coffee on the private deck or gather...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
3BR - One Level - SUPER CUTE - Ocean fro...

Charming Oceanfront Cottage: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Discover the ideal beach hideaway in this enchanting oceanfront bungalow, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, all on one level. Savor the roomy and bright great room, offering gorgeous vistas of the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 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...

Dock of the Bay: Dog Friendly, Canal-Fro...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.This Atlantic Beach home provides you with a gorgeous, canal-front location and a deepwater boat slip, with a public boat ramp conveniently located just a couple of blocks away...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

An easy walk that is shaded year-round, and can be easily tackled by hikers of all abilities and in virtually any season, the Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail is a great way for newcomers to uncover the more secluded natural landscapes of this otherwise...

Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to...