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Nymphe De Mer  (Sea Nymph)

Welcome to Nymphe de Mer (Sea Nymph). One of 2 cavernous suites in the newly restored Angels Share Inn: A boutique hotel located in the National Register Beaufort Historic District on Front Street, across the street from Beaufort Docks and...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Lorelei East, Oceanfront Duplex in Emera...

Lorelei East is a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Duplex strategically placed on the Oceanfront in Emerald Isle. This impressive home is located within walking distance to the fishing pier as well as various local spots to dine and shop! The walkway to the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

5 mins from Boat Ramp at Harkers Island

Welcome to your relaxing coastal hideaway at Otway, NC — the ideal spot to relax, recharge, and discover North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.Located in a peaceful, laid-back neighborhood, this home offers the ideal balance of privacy and convenience...

  • Beaufort
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...

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...