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Atlantic Coast Cottage: Newly renovated,...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.When it comes to the ideal beach bungalow, no other getaway can beat Atlantic Coast Cottage! This getaway has been newly modernized with all new kitchen appliances, cabinets...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
4BR, Ocean Front, Dogs OK - One Level!

Oceanfront bungalow with expansive vistas. four bedrooms and two bathrooms. (Q* Q* Q* 2S) This classic bungalow has been modernized with bamboo floor, ceiling fans, and refreshed furnishings throughout. Wi-Fi and Hulu + Live TV streaming are...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Remodeled Cottage | Walk to Beach | Game...

Middle Row Cottage is a handsomely modernized coastal getaway that blends classic beach appeal with modern comfort. Thoughtfully refreshed for 2026 while preserving touches of its original woodwork, this home offers a warm, inviting ambiance that...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Located just east of the heart of the downtown region, Fort Totten Park is a small public park in a primarily residential area that has a healthy helping of things to do for visitors of all varieties.

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.