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Reel Nice Home

Vacation home designed for fishermen and their families. 1 acre yard with outdoor spaces for cooking and entertaining. Walking distance to downtown Beaufort for eateries and shopping for the non-fishermen. 1/2 mile from public boat ramp. Plenty of...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cot...

This classic beach bungalow is located just one block from the beach and Bogue Inlet. Being so close (3min walk) accepts for a convenient walk to splash and tan ocean side or catch world class red drum while fishing the Bogue Inlet! From the moment...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

The Big Dream Getaway ????Private Heated...

The Big Dream awaits!! Updated open concept beach home located two blocks from beach access with charming sound vistas and private pool!! This is the dream location close to everything the beach has to offer and has direct sunset vistas! Savor your...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

Bear Towne Escape Room offers three fun, themed escape room experiences in New Bern. Bear Towne's escape rooms are perfect for family, friends, corporate team building and date nights. The more your team communicates and works together, the closer...

Visitors of all ages can celebrate the local arts scene and discover their own creative side at the wholly unique New Bern Arts & Wellness Center. Striving to be an oasis for folks who want to explore both their creative potential and overall...