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The Cabin | Log Cabin+Suite·1-Min Beach...

Wake up at Cabin by the Sea and take your coffee for a peaceful 1-min. walk to a more secluded section of the beach—ideal for sunrise. Or appreciate glowing skies from the third-floor deck. This 5BR/4BA log-style cabin in Emerald Isle features a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Spectacular Beaufort Waterfront Home wit...

Southern Coastal Living at its best! This fantastic family-friendly waterfront home located on 1 acre of charming oaks and pines features a sizable screened porch with 180 degree, expansive deep water and sunset vistas across Adam's Creek and the...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

Coastal SeaClusion Vacation Rental is lo...

Our home is located in the Down East area of Carteret County. We're on the coast, so there's tons of water-related activities!!Our home is located in the area called Down East, which is part of the Outer Banks National Scenic Byway. The area was...

  • Beaufort
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

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.

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...

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...

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...