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Moonlit Dunes Luxury Oceanfront Private ...

Welcome to Moonlit Dunes — A Premier Oceanfront Escape at The Point, Emerald Isle, located on the Crystal Coast.Wake up to uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean vistas, golden sunrises, and the sound of waves just beyond your deck. Moonlit Dunes is a true...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Waterfront Coastal Retreat | Atlantic Be...

Welcome to your ideal Atlantic Beach vacation rental located at Hoop Pole Creek, a calming waterfront escape on North Carolina’s sought-after Crystal Coast. Just mins. from the fashionable Sheraton beach access, this home offers the ideal mix of...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the...

Bass East | Oceanfront Half Duplex | Bea...

3 Bedrooms | 2.5 BathroomsBeds: 2 Queens | 2 TwinsAppreciate a memorable beach vacation at Bass East, an oceanfront half duplex offering alluring vistas and direct beach access — ideal for families looking to relax and recharge by the sea.This...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.