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BREATHTAKING PANORAMIC BEACHFRONT VIEWS ...

Spectacular sweeping vistas of both ocean and sound from one of the island's highest oceanfront tons. Roomy open floor plan with high ceilings and delightfully decorated throughout. Wake-up to the morning sun, ocean breeze and striking expansive...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Family friendly oceanfront townhome only...

Your Atlantic Beach adventure begins at this 4-bedroom townhome. Inside, guests find three queen beds and two twin beds, ideal for families or groups. Four bathrooms offer plenty of space and convenience, each equipped with a hair dryer. The...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Beaufort Pirates Revenge

Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...

Once Upon a Tide: FULL RENO for 2026! Oc...

Full Reno Completed 2026Same great accommodations and experience with tons of upgrades! DIRECT OCEANFRONT TOP-FLOORING CONDO (Building E)Linens SuppliedCLEANED WITH EPA-REGISTERED DISINFECTANT AFTER EACH RENTER :) Overview: Sleeps 6-8*New LVP floor...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

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...

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.

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...