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Breezin' Blue, Oceanfront House in Emera...

Breezin' Blue is a gorgeous oceanfront home with 7 bedrooms and 7 full baths, and a half bath. This home’s location in Emerald Isle gives you access to all the Crystal Coast has to offer! Including Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle and historic...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Cozy Beaufort Home with Hot Tub and Boat...

An adorable home with a great backyard overlooking wetlands. It is like being in a private getaway with a hot tub handy to ease the aches and pains of your day after a fishing trip or sitting back and appreciating a cold drink after a jaunt around...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Charming cottage: ocean views, steps fro...

This beach bungalow is magical and in the ideal location - beach living at its best! We are also dog friendly! The primary living space is on the second floor but there is a surprise on the ground floor - additional living and entertaining space...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Conchs Point

Visitors can enjoy a quiet view of the Calico Bay and Newport River from this refreshingly secluded spot that’s tucked away on the outskirts of the downtown Morehead City area. Conchs Point is a public water access point, but it also has a ton...

Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...

Start your Crystal Coast adventure with a scenic trip exploring some of the Southern Outer Banks’ best beaches, courtesy of an expedition provided by Crystal Coast Ecotours. This experienced, educational and all-around fun company treats...