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Beachwalk 106, Oceanfront Condo in Pine ...

Beachwalk 106 is a First Floor Oceanfront Condo with 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. Bedroom #1 is a master suite with King Bed, Private Full Bath, and Deck Access, Bedroom #2 is a master suite with Queen Bed and Private Full Bath, and Bedroom #3 has a Twin...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Sound Of The Sea North 212, Almost Ocean...

Sound of the Sea North 212 is a gorgeous two-level, nearly-oceanfront townhouse condo located in the charming Sound of the Sea community - where the gentle rhythm of the waves and salty sea air instantly set the tone for a calming Emerald Isle...

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

Genesis 7, Oceanside Townhouse Condo in ...

Genesis 7 is a beautiful oceanside townhome located within the peaceful, private Genesis Condo Community in Pine Knoll Shores. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this striking townhome offers a calming hideaway with space for your extended stay...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

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...

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...