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Ocean Views, Private Pool, sleeps 15, ea...

Book your ideal beach vacation in this second row ocean view home with a reverse floor plan maximizing ocean vistas at all levels. Sleeps 15 in 5 bedrooms with 4 full baths: 4 queens, 3 singles, 1 full, and a queen sleeper couch. Beach Walker is...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Relax at this charming, classic beach co...

Ideal beach getaway for making memories at Emerald Isle! This classic, one level, beach bungalow is located on a peaceful street in the heart of Emerald Isle. Short walk or bicycle ride to eateries, grocery stores, mini golf. Two beach access...

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

Sea For Miles! In ground pool with panor...

Sensational remodeled 5 bedroom home located at Emerald Isle most saught after beach. This home features the best of everything you could want on a peaceful cul de sac just 2 homes away from the beach access. Family friendly and a separate room with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 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...

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...