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.
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.
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.
Throughout its more than three centuries of existence, New Bern is a city that has seen tremendous highs and devastating lows. From its original stature as the capital of North Carolina, to its rise to fame as the Birthplace of Pepsi, New Bern has had more than its fair share of incredible events, which makes it a delightful destination for any visitor who appreciates American history. Discover the stories that are hidden in plain sight throughout this coastal town, and see why when it comes to historical importance and local legacy, New Bern is hard to beat.
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.
Discover comfort and convenience in the heart of Atlantic Beach with this thoughtfully appointed one-bedroom condo. Located on the first floor with no stairs, the space offers painless access and effortless beach living. The full kitchen invites casual meals at home, while close by shoreline beckons for sunrise walks and sunset dips. Whether you're exploring historic Fort Macon, dining at the iconic Amos Mosquito’s, or appreciating a round at the Dunes Club, you're never far from the best of the island.
- Atlantic Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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 king bed bed and sleeper couch for the 2025 season!***2 bedroom 2 Bath 1st floor condo at A Place at the Beach III. 2 Twin beds with one pull out twin and A king bed in the master bedroom. Sleeper couch with a queen bed in the living room. The complex is the best one on the beach with a 150' Waterslide, indoor pool, 2 hot tubs, miniature golf course, basketball court, tennis court and ping pong! The complex also has both gas and charcoal grilles and a mini-store on siteMy Condo has 2 bedrooms and two full baths. The master bedroom has a king bed and private bath. The second bedroom offers two Twin beds with a pull out twin With a tv. Ideal for kids. The couch in the living room is a queen bed pull out. This unit sleeps 6 comfortably. The living room has a flat screen HD TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. The kitchen is entirely equipped. There is also a dining area, drink bar, washer, dryer and dish washer.
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Recent Kitchen Updates include new cabinets, new tile floors, and new lighting,Recent Bathroom Updates include new vanities, new cabinets, new mirrors, and new fans.Other Recent Updates include new crown molding and paint in all rooms; addition of modest closet to Queen bedroom; new shiplap wall and chair covers in the dining area; as well as new ceiling fan, artwork, and furnishings for the living room. New to Summer Winds, High-Speed Wireless Internet, and Heated Indoor Saltwater Pool!! (This is Wireless Only, Not including Wired Access!)Welcome to Summer Winds Sports Condo Complex located in the cozy fishing village of Salter Path (next to Emerald Isle). Summer Winds condos are guaranteed to meet the needs of all members of your event! Summer Winds has both direct oceanfront & oceanfront condos only!- Indoor heated saltwater swimming pool.- 3 Generous outdoor swimming pools.- Lighted tennis courts.- Indoor and outdoor hot tubs.- Conference facilities for 150 persons.- 2 Racquetball courts.- Parlor with refreshments.- Video & Arcade game room.- Totally equipped exercise room.- Sauna & steam showers.- Full-time security staff.- Nearby golf & national forests.- Boat/boat trailer parking on siteGround-level roomy conference room for 150 next to the pool courtyard. Ideal for meetings of all kinds: work seminars, weddings, or family gatherings. These events can also be incorporated with a fabulous beach hideaway! All visitors to Summer Winds have full use of the entire range of recreational activities.Summer Winds B-601 is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath Penthouse Oceanfront condo. The penthouse suite is a private key access floor giving you tons of privacy while on vacation! RELAX and take in charming vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from the covered and uncovered oceanfront balcony. Master bedroom #1 has a King Bed with a Private Bath, Flat Screen TV, and BluRay Player. Bedroom #2 has a King Bed with a shared Bath and a TV. Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed with a shared bath and a TV. Full Kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and stand-alone ice maker. The cavernous Living Room has a Color Cable TV and BluRay DVD Player.Additional Conveniences Include 2 TVs, 2 BluRay DVD Players, Water Treatment System, Outdoor Decks, Deck Furnishings, Coffee Maker, Constructed-in Range Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Icemaker, Keurig, and Dishwasher.NOTE for All Units: There are temporary stairs at some stacks while HOA completes stairway work. All elevators are operational.Linens & Towels Included with Beds Made! (Weekly stays only)No Smoking. No Animals.Rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday. Rents Nightly with a 3-nighttime minimum stay, off-season only.Please see the Summer Winds on-site attendants for the Sports Complex hours.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.
- Indian Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
