Head to one of Beaufort’s favorite local landmarks for one of the most festive and anticipated parties of the year. The Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party is an annual celebration that features an enchanting atmosphere complete with delicious food, an open bar, ample live music and dancing, auctions, and a host of ways to toast the summer while supporting a beloved local cause.
Dive into an Outer Banks staple that has been making appearances on local menus and dinner tables for generations with this annual event that is celebrating its 19th year in 2025. The Annual Crab Cake Cook-off is a competition of acclaimed and volunteer local chefs, who serve their best crab cakes to the delight of the hungry crowd. With lots of fresh fare to go around, this fundraiser is a delicious way to sample the heart of the Beaufort cuisine scene.
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.
Set sail to the small town of Beaufort, NC for this engaging event where mariners can meet and mingle with their water loving colleagues. The Fall In-The-Water Meet is a fun gathering that’s wide open to experienced mariners and newcomers alike, and which features a host of fun activities including free boat rides a pig pickin’, and plenty of opportunities to learn all about life on the water in this small and charming town.
Crystal Coast visitors of all ages will want to take a break from the sand and head inland to the small town of Newport for this unique annual festival that puts the flavors of the fall season in the spotlight. The Fall Festival at Camp Albemarle is a family-friendly event that features a wealth of activities that visitors of all ages can enjoy. From outdoor adventures to food trucks and s’mores, everyone can celebrate the cooler and breezy fall season at this event that has tons to offer around every corner.
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.
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.
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.
The summertime Beaufort Farmer’s Market is revitalized for the holidays at this special annual event that combines Christmas shopping, local fare, kids’ activities, and plenty of community spirit. The Old Fashioned Holiday Farmer’s Market is celebrating its 11th year in 2025, and is a delightful opportunity to connect with local fishermen, bakers, craftsmen, artists, and vendors of all varieties to load up on unique holiday presents, or to take home some goodies of your own.
The waterfront world of Beaufort, Morehead City, the Shackleford Banks, and everything in between is at a mariner’s fingertips when they launch from the Newport River Pier and Ramp. Located directly on the water in between Morehead City and Beaufort, this sprawling launch site is a popular destination for visiting and local mariners alike.
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.
New constructed home finished in 2024 that has 2 striking, enormous front porch decks with a reverse floor plan to allow visitors to appreciate handsome ocean vistas from the main living area. The top floor features: wood floor; the primary bedroom with en-suite bath and a walk-in closet, plus a private ocean view deck to savor the coastal breezes. There is also a bunk room with a twin over queen bed and an ensuite.The second floor features: wood floor, the main living area with soaring ceilings, a sizable dining table that fits 8-10 guests, a open and cavernous living area with a fireplace and a gorgeous chefs kitchen. This level opens onto a huge covered oceanside porch with broad water vistas, the ideal spot to watch the waves. Additionally there is a mother in law master suite that sits apart from the main floor plan, with a extravagant bath, walk-in shower and private outdoor deck. The first floor also has a half bath and a laundry area. The ground level has another sitting area with TV and gaming counsel as well as an additional bunk room with full over full bunk beds and a separate day bed. This bedroom also has a dedicated full bath.The home features is a two car garage with a few beach toys. There is also an outdoor shower area to hose off after a day in the sun.You will find simple access to the beach via a shared boardwalk that is directly across the street accepting for unobstructed ocean vistas. Roosevelt Beach is conveniently located near the NC Aquarium and the Bogue Banks Library. Simple access to shopping, eateries and more.No AnimalsNo Smoking or VapingNo Parties , registered guests onlyABSOLUTELY no RSV, boats, boat trailers, trailers, or any other recreational car allowed on the street ever. Even for brief periods of time.
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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.
Spending your vacation taking in the handsome water vistas of both the Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean? Seems like ‘A Sound Choice’ to us! This bright and serene, 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo is one street over, or roughly a 10 min. walk, to public beach access with complimentary parking. The Nautical Club condominium complex is located in the heart of the Crystal Coast, where you’ll find many amenities within the complex, as well as great dining, shopping & entertainment options close by. With its central location, Indian Beach is just a short drive (or boat ride) to Beaufort and Morehead City.--- PROPERTY OVERVIEW ---PRIMARY BEDROOM: King-Size Bed, En-Suite Bathroom with Walk-In Shower, Jetted Tub and Walk-In Closet, Balcony AccessBEDROOM 2: King-Size Bed, En-Suite Bathroom with Tub/Shower comboBEDROOM 3: Queen-Size Bed, En-Suite Bathroom (Hall & Bdrm Access) with Tub/Shower comboSHARED AMENITIES: Elevators (2), Outdoor Pool, Exercise Center, Game Room, Grilling Area, Covered Parking, Boat Launch, Dock Access, 2 Beach AccessesEXTERIOR AMENITIES: Front & Back Covered Balconies - 2 patio chairs on front, 8-top dining table with chairs and 2 rocking chairs on back, Beach Chairs, Kayaks (2)KITCHEN FEATURES: Keurig Coffee Maker, Oven, Fridge with Attached Icemaker, Stand-Alone Ice Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Wine Fridge, Ninja Toaster Oven/Air Fryer Combo, Slow Cooker, Blender, Totally equipped with Pots, Pans, Servingware, Utensils and Basic Seasonings/Cooking Ingredients etc.GENERAL FEATURES: In-Unit Laundry, Keyless Entry, Wireless Internet, 4 Intelligent TVs with Roku Streaming, Board/Card Game Closet, Ceiling Fans, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryers, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags, Dish Detergent, Dish Washer Pods, Travel-Sized Bar Soap, Shampoo/Conditioner, & Make Up Remover/Facial WipesGolf carts are allowed, with plenty of spaces for parking. No cart? No problem! Golf carts are available to rent close by! --- OUR POLICIES --- -No Smoking -No Family Animals allowed-No Events, Parties, or Enormous Gatherings
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
Studio bungalow includes : 1 bed queen bed complete with linens and a 1/2 bathroom including towels, etc.. There is a mini refrigerator, microwave and a coffee maker in the bungalow as well. We offer complimentary wifi, an indoor pool/spa, exercise equipment, arcade games and a catch & release pond! We also have laundry facilities on site. We are located away in the country but only 10 min from downtown New Bern, the Neuse River, Trent River and only 1 hour from 3 different beaches. We offer both short and long term units. Animals welcome for additional $10 per pet, per nighttime cleaning fee and a returnable $100 deposit.
- New Bern
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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.
