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2026 Cape Carteret Rainy Day Activities Guide

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Private Beach Access & Coastal Comfort

Welcome to your Emerald Isle hideaway. This newly refreshed family-friendly home is in the heart of it all—just a short walk to the beach or a fast drive to the private, gated beachfront parking (with showers for a quick rinse-off after sandy...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Oceanside 3BR | Pool + Beach Access | Oc...

Welcome to Cake by the Ocean, a appealing oceanside bungalow designed for painless coastal living, just a short walk from the beach and Sea Dreams community amenities.Step inside to a bright and inviting living space with handsome cathedral ceilings...

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

Toes in the Sand Unit B: Dog-Friendly Du...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.The Toes in the Sand Duplex brings you all the modern amenities of home. This home is located just a short jaunt to the beach where you can soak in the sun, build your favorite...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

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...