If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a unique and picturesque corner of the Crystal Coast with this grand event that celebrates all the activities and fun of the fall season. The Town of Cape Carteret Fall Festival features a myriad of food, activities, and entertainment for visitors of all ages, and the free festival is a great opportunity to uncover this scenic town that’s located just a shell’s throw away from the Emerald Isle coastline.
Held just after Halloween, the annual Dirt Nap Fest at Mill Whistle Brewing has become a favorite event for Beaufort locals and visitors alike, thanks to its spooky and surprising atmosphere, wholly unique car show, cool vendors, and plenty of delicious Mill Whistle beer to go around.
Take a break from the beach and head over to this unique event that is held just a few steps off the sand, but which features a lively and unique atmosphere that car lovers everywhere will adore. The Emerald Isle Car Show is a fun and family-friendly opportunity for Crystal Coast visitors to see decades of unique automobiles, and for car fans to show off their most amazing and favorite rides.
The small town of Beaufort is renowned for its incredibly fresh seafood and unique coastal culture, and visitors can enjoy a hearty helping of both at this annual event that puts local cuisine in the spotlight. The Beaufort Wine & Food Oyster Roast highlights the region's renowned oysters and more, with an array of fresh and seasonal goodies that will cater to seafood lovers of all varieties.
Celebrate the holidays Crystal Coast style with this annual event that entices locals and visitors alike to get into the holiday spirit. The Swansboro Christmas Flotilla is a time-honored tradition that combines Swansboro’s love of life on the water with a truly festive atmosphere, and the event is sure to become an annual celebration that Crystal Coast visitors will want to return to again and again.
Celebrating more than 20 years, the Emerald Isle Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting is a favorite wintertime event for visitors and locals alike that provides a fun and unforgettable way to ring in the season. Held in the heart of town, and featuring a line of floats that capture both the holiday and the coastal spirit, this annual parade and celebration will make everyone want to celebrate the holidays, Emerald Isle style.
The small community of Harkers Island comes to life at this annual event that puts this community’s rich heritage and history in the spotlight. The annual Core Sound Decoy Festival, which is held the first full weekend in December, is a unique celebration that combines exhibits, demonstrations, vendors, food, and much more, to the delight of local visitors and residents alike.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 11th year in 2025. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
From extensive complexes that will keep visitors engaged for hours, to charming and historic destinations that are stocked with period antiques, New Bern’s museums are a major reason why visitors return to this region year after year. Discover all the ways to soak up the local history, culture, and centuries of stories, and pay a visit to these museums that will fascinate visitors of all ages, and all interests.
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.
Be sure to savor the Beach Music II on your Atlantic Beach vacation! Most economical 5-Bedroom, 4.5 Bath Oceanfront home with Private Swimming Pool! Located within walking distance to eateries, shopping, and more! Stackable Washer/Dryer. Covered Deck with Furnishings. High Speed Wireless Internet Access!Total Linens: 4 Queens and 1 Twin over Double BunkFloor #1:Bedroom #1 - Queen Bed with TV and Private BathBedroom #2 - Queen Bed with TV and Shared BathBedroom #3 - Double/Twin Bunk with Shared BathFloor #2:Living - TV, Shared Bath, Deck AccessDining - Table for 4, Island Table for 6Kitchen - Entirely Equipped, Stainless Appliances, Double Oven and more!Floor #3:Bedroom #4 - Queen Bed with TV, Deck Access and Private BathBedroom #5 - Queen Bed with TV, Deck Access and Private BathConveniences Include: Private Swimming Pool;Open and Covered Decks with Furnishings, Observation Decks, Picnic Tables, Outdoor Shower with Hot and Cold Water, Private Beach Walkway; HVAC with HEPA Air Filter, Ceiling Fans; Hair Dryers, Iron/Ironing Board, Stackable Washer/Dryer; Fireplace (Year-Round); Water Treatment System, 6 TVs with Basic Cable, Roku, Wet Bar, Totally Equipped Kitchen with Standard Coffee Maker, Keurig Coffee Maker, Oven, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Blender; Charcoal Grille. Garage is not available for use at any time.Linens and 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 3 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
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a kind, this unique jewelry destination features a glittering assortment of pieces that will thrill and delight shoppers of all tastes.
Nice Brick Ranch home mins. to downtown Beaufort, Morehead City & Atlantic Beach. Giant gorgeously furnished Bdrm. King size bed . Coffee pot, Microwave & Dorm Fridge. Sizable Private Bath.Ample parking for Boat or RV.High speed internet and work space available.
- Beaufort
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.
Located along the sun-kissed shores of the Crystal Coast, Robin's Nest is the epitome of coastal delight. This sweet getaway features an open layout that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, providing an enchanting escape where every moment is infused with the painless rhythm of beach living.Located between the ocean and the sound, proximity to the sea is a plus at Robin's Nest. Spend the day walking the shore, swimming, fishing or exploring and return to relax at this home away from home. The living area, adorned with plush, comfortable furnishings, invites you to relax and savor a cozy evening among friends and family. The entirely-equipped gourmet kitchen calls to the culinary enthusiast, with plenty of room to move around and countertop seating that doubles as a breakfast bar or the ideal place for apps and drinks! Dine in the sunshine on the deck or patio while sipping a invigorating drink, and check out the surf in the distance. Downstairs you will find space that is ideal for additional guests, friends, in-laws or the kiddos seeking a little bit of privacy or even their very own getaway! This self-contained yet connecting space features a cozy living area, a well-appointed kitchenette, two bathrooms, a laundry area for the whole home, and a bedroom with roomy bunk beds that boast two sets of double over double bunk beds with single bed trundles underneath each.Every detail in this modern oceanside rental has been meticulously curated to create an ambiance of comfort, convenience and that home away from home feeling. Soothe your soul at this memorable getaway.BED CONFIGURATIONS:3 Queen Beds, 4 Double Bunk Beds (Double on Top and Bottom), 2 Twin Beds, and 1 Sleeper Couch LOCATION:211 Robin AveAtlantic Beach, NC 28512 WHAT IS PROVIDED:Spectrum Rental Properties will provide sheets and bath towels. Beach towels and equipment is not supplied. If you would like information on beach equipment units, we are more than happy to provide you with a list. Properties will be supplied with a starter kit in each full bathroom and kitchen. Each kitchen starter kit will contain a modest bottle of dish soap, two dishwasher pods, sponge, and two fragrance complimentary laundry pods. The kitchen will also have one additional trash bagEach bathroom starter kit will contain a travel size shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, makeup wipe, and body bar.Spectrum Rental Properties is unfortunately not able to provide additional boxes/bags. This is a starter kit; anything additional will be guests responsibility to provide.OTHER NOTES:-No family pets -No smoking
- Atlantic Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16
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.
