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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 company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.

Sassy Seagull East, Oceanfront Duplex in...

Appreciate your next stay in Emerald Isle at this economical, pet-friendly, 3-bedroom, 2-bath Oceanfront Duplex! Located in handsome Emerald Isle, on the Souther Outer Banks, Sassy Seagull East gives you their terrific oceanfront vistas and simple beach access you¡ll want to come back to, year after year!Sassy Seagull East provides High-Speed Wireless Internet access for those of you that can't stay "disconnected" on your vacation!Ground Level: Covered Parking. Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower.Level One: Living Area. Dining Area with seating for 6. Kitchen/Bar Area with Microwave (no dishwasher). There is one Queen bed and three Double beds.Conveniences: 2 Roku TVs, Stereo/CD Player, Washer/Dryer, High-Speed Wireless Internet, Covered Deck, Privacy Partition, Weatherproof Doors, Central Heat & Air, and Gas Grille.Linens & Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking.Up to 2 Dogs Accepted with All-Inclusive Pet Policy for Weekly and Nightly stays - No fee! It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their family pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file. Rents Weekly Saturday - Saturday. Rents nightly with a 2 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card included at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach today.

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS!!! BEAUTIFUL 2 BR/2 ba...
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This extravagant, handsomely decorated, clean, comfortable and cozy new construction features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom S (plus a pull-out queen couch bed) with awesome ocean vistas. It is located directly on “the circle” in Atlantic Beach. This home is just steps from the beach and located one row back from the public beach access with life guard stands, a play ground and volleyball courts on the beach. Walking distance to retail stores, local wine bar and local sports bar, plus great seafood and Italian eateries. Amazing Ocean/Beach Vistas from the kitchen and kitchen balcony. The home features two modest balconies...one in front with an ocean view and the other balcony is in the back. You can walk across the street to the public pristine beach. You are in close proximity to a wide array of boating & fishing activities (Fishing Pier), shopping, dining, and a multitude of other area attractions. Unwind at the pool located right behind this home where you can lounge in the sun, surrounded by handsome palm trees. The entirely supplied kitchen with granite counter tops is open to the Family Room. The family room has a brand new queen pull- out bed with an upgraded bed. This home is furnished with everything you need while on a family vacation! Every room has flat screen TV's. Each bedroom has ceiling fans, flat screen TV's, queen size beds and their own private bathrooms. The front bedroom has ocean vistas. The two bathrooms are upgraded with granite counters and granite showers. We provide linens and towels. There is 24 Hour CPI Alarm System and keyless entry so you don’t have to worry about losing keys at the beach! Community Gas Grille. The pleasures that this smoke complimentary/pet complimentary vacation home offers you is never ending. The convenience of a washer and dryer means you don’t have to wait to wash everything after you get home. Free High Speed WIFI and cable TV in all rooms. This luxury home rents for a minimum of two days, plus weekly units in peak months and monthly units are available upon special request. Atlantic Beach and the surrounding area has so much to do for any age group. It is also a fabulous place to visit in the off-season. The home is immaculate with a Keurig machine and we provide the Keurig cups so coffee is ready to make in the mornings and queen size beds made with fresh linens will be ready when you arrive. You will want to return to this home year after year!We have taken additional precautions with COVID to make sure the home is particularly cleaned and disinfected. After every stay, we make sure to have a professional cleaner disinfect every detail of the home, including every light switch, door knob, appliances, handles, linens, etc. to make sure to protect our visitors and make sure the home is immaculate for your stay. For your additional enjoyment, if you appreciate wine, there is a professional, peaceful, and cozy retail wine bar below this unit. Nice to savor and glass and walk right back upstairs!It’s your time to sit back, relax and have a great vacation!

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.

The Oasis.3BR Entire unit with Private Y...

Welcome to The Oasis – A calming 1158 square foot, 1-story home with 3 bedrooms in New Bern is the ideal getaway for relaxation. The ideal spot for family & friends, you will adore this private getaway in New Bern!

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Surf Daze: Waterfront Pool House + Tiny ...

Surf Daze – Features at a Glance:3 bedrooms + additional tiny home bedroom3 full indoor bathrooms + completely enclosed outdoor bathroomKing, Queen, Full, and Two Twin beds (sleeps up to 8)Garage hangout with ping pong, mini split A/C, and TVPrivate swimming pool with loungersWaterfront on Archer’s CreekFire pitPet FriendlyKayaks and paddle boardsGolf cart supplied for beach accessHammock and outdoor calming spacesSplit-level layout with stairsFull kitchen with dishwasherGrille and outdoor dining areaWasher & dryerKeurig and drip coffee makersLinens and towels includedLiving room + separate family roomProperty Description:Welcome to Surf Daze, your chill coastal escape with just the right mix of vintage vibes and modern fun. Tucked along the calm waters of Archer’s Creek, this split-level getaway has space to spread out, places to hang out, and all the extras you didn’t know you needed.The main home features three comfortable bedrooms and three full bathrooms, while the on-site tiny home adds a fourth bedroom for the coolest kind of additional space. Downstairs, the garage hangout is ready for rainy days or tournament nights—ping pong, big-screen TV, and its own A/C mini split. Outside, you’ll find a private pool with loungers, a entirely enclosed outdoor bathroom, a hammock for lazy afternoons, and your own fire pit for s’mores under the stars.Grab a kayak or paddleboard and cruise the creek—or load up the supplied golf cart and head just mins. away to beach access with golf cart parking.With a outfitted kitchen, both Keurig and full pot coffee makers, a washer and dryer, and fresh linens ready for you, Surf Daze makes it painless to slip into vacation mode.Let the daze begin.✅ Booking & Safety RequirementsA signed Vacation Rental Agreement and valid photo ID are required to confirm your reservation.We stringently follow our cancellation policy and strongly recommend travel insurance for tranquility of mind.This home has stairs and is not fenced between the home, pool, or water/dock—please supervise kids closely.Golf cart use is limited to driving between the home and the beach.Golf cart drivers must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver’s license.Thanks for helping us keep Surf Daze safe and delightful for everybody!

  • Emerald Isle
  • 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 music guaranteed to unleash your inner pirate. But be warned; we may need to enlist your expertise to man the water cannons and help defend our ship!

Crystal View 104H, Oceanview Soundside C...

Spend an gorgeous week in the striking oceanview community of Crystal View! This condominium complex offers its guests use of a great outdoor pool! Located in the heart of Atlantic Beach, this complex is conveniently located just a short distance from Morehead City, Beaufort, and Emerald Isle! From exploring Fort Macon to playing putt-putt to appreciating the breathtaking beaches, you can appreciate all the Crystal Coast has to offer without traveling far from your home away from home!Crystal View 104H is an oceanview 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo located in the heart of Atlantic Beach. It is conveniently located within a short driving reach of Emerald Isle, Beaufort, and Morehead City while also granting access to tons of attractions, eateries, and stores!Bedroom #1 has a king bed, TV, and its own private full bathroom. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed, a TV, and access to a shared hall bathroom. Bedroom #3 has a Double bed and a twin bunk set, a TV, and direct access into the shared hall bathroom.Additional Conveniences: This condo is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your convenience! The condo includes 3 Intelligent TVs, 1 Box TV, Home Theater System, and streaming accessability to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and Roku! Savor watching the waves roll by from your covered deck with deck furnishings as you take in every last breath of salty air while enjoying your morning coffee! Property is equipped with a completely equipped kitchen with a Keurig Coffee Maker, Oven, Fridge, Microwaves, Dishwasher, and Blender! An interior Washer/Dryer are located in the unit as well as Ceiling fans, Hair Dryers, and Iron/Ironing Boards.Community Features: Complex has Building Elevators, Community Outdoor Pool, Beach Access Across the Street, Community Cold Outdoor Showers, and Picnic Table Areas (Bluewater cannot guarantee complex/community amenities will be in service during the time of your stay).Rents weekly Saturday to Saturday. Beginning September 1, 2024, this home will rent monthly only. Linens and Towels Supplied with Beds Made (weekly stays only).No Smoking. No Animals.Garage is not available for guest use.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.

Oceanside Home with water views with com...
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Welcome to Teal Tides – Your Relaxing Oceanside Retreat!Escape to Teal Tides, a attractively appointed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom oceanview home in the family-friendly Sea Dreams community. Perfectly located just 150 yards from the sand and steps from the community pool and pavilion, this beach hideaway offers the ideal mix of comfort, fun, and relaxation for guests of all ages.Wake up to serene Intracoastal Waterway vistas from one of four elevated decks, ideal for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Inside, you’ll find coastal appeal meets casual comfort, with plenty of space to gather or relax.???? Sleeping Arrangements:Master Suite: King bed with private bathBedroom 2: Two twin bedsBedroom 3: Two twin bedsBonus Room: Queen bed???? Features & Conveniences:Just a short walk (approx. 150 yards) to the beachAccess to the Ocean Dunes pool and pavilion (open May 1 – Aug 31)Private game room with a combo ping pong, pool table, and air hockeyHigh-speed WiFi – ideal for remote work or streamingEntirely equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, and outdoor showerIdeal for families – toys, games, and beach gear suppliedWhether you’re sunbathing, swimming, or simply appreciating the sea breeze from the decks, Teal Tides makes every moment of your beach vacation special.Summer units are Saturday to Saturday. Flexible dates available during the off-season.Don’t wait – book your stay at Teal Tides today and start making memories by the sea!

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of Beaufort, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views. The Crystal Coast Lady is equipped with a snack bar, and 2 restrooms onboard. 

Cedar Island

Located on the edge of North Carolina and serving as a midway point between the Outer Banks and the Crystal Coast, Cedar Island is a relatively undiscovered gem that feels miles away from the rest of the world. Close to historic and natural attractions, miles of barrier island shoreline, and the state-run ferry to Ocracoke Island, a Cedar Island vacation can be as relaxed or adventurous as a family wants, with ample opportunities to explore costal North Carolina’s great outdoors.

Andrews Cottage, Soundfront House in Atl...

Andrews Cottage is a gorgeous soundfront home in Atlantic Beach with 3 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and vistas of the water. Ideal for fishing, boating, swimming, and crabbing. As an added additional, it's just a 10 min. walk to the beach!Total linens includes 1 king, 3 queens, and 3 twins.Additional amenities include a private dock, screened in porch, garage space, broad backyard, 3 Intelligent TVs with various streaming services, and more!Please Note: Boat Lift located at the property is NOT For Guest Use.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.NO SMOKING.NO FAMILY PETS.Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 2 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.

Mac Daddys

Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.

Game on Escape Rooms

Game on Escape Rooms offers physical adventure games in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints and strategy to complete the objectives at hand. These experiences are great for ages 10 and up. Two different escape scenarios are currently available, with more to come soon. Rooms host two to eight players. Reservations are required and can be booked online.

Come check out Battle Works for a fun and entertaining experiences including axe throwing, laser tag, and nerf wars!

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 you get to escaping! Sessions last 60 minutes ans don't require any special knowledge. Just bring your creative, out-of-the-box thinking and teamwork.

Crystal Coast Axe Throwing is the newest entertainment spot on the Crystal Coast.  Whether you want to channel your inner lumberjack or just try out a fun and competitive hobby, axe throwing is a fun and unique sport that is taking North America by storm!  Axe throwing is easy to learn and designed with your fun and safety in mind. It is a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, organize a team building event or simply have a great time with family and friends!

For a lot of outdoor fun that’s found just slightly off the beaten path, head to the Golfin' Dolphin. This kid-friendly amusement park that’s located just inland of the Crystal Coast beaches has veritably everything a vacationer could want to have an engaging outing off the beach.

Are You Ready for a Summer of FUN? The Salty Pirate Waterpark is now open for the 2024 season! Compact outdoor waterpark offering tube and mat slides, a children's area and deck area. The park will be opening in May 2024 for another exciting season!

Vacationers who want to enjoy a family-friendly day of watery entertainment off the beach can head to Emerald Isle’s own water-themed amusement park, Water Boggan. Located in the heart of town, just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the bridge to the beach, this favorite destination features a world of rides, slides, and other refreshing diversions that will surely keep everyone entertained.

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