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Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party
July 12th, 2025 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM -
Annual Crab Cake Cook-off
July 18th, 2025 6:00 PM -
Carteret Community College Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament
July 18th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025
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.
Indoor & Outdoor Pool Access | 2 Mi to Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier | Intelligent TV Make lasting memories and experience the Crystal Coast's impressive beauty when you stay at this vacation rental in Emerald Isle! Located just steps from sandy shores, community amenities, and Salty Pirate Waterpark, this 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo makes it simple to savor classic coastal activities. After plenty of fun in the sun, relax in the comfort of the comfortable interior or screened porch!-- THE PROPERTY --SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS- Bedroom: 2 queen beds- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper couch, 1 twin sleeper couchCOMMUNITY AMENITIES: - 2 outdoor pools, tennis courts (open & close daily)- Indoor pool, exercise center (24/7 access w/ included key card)- Picnic area w/ charcoal grilles- Beach access, outdoor showers, ocean overlooks INDOOR LIVING- Intelligent TV- Dining table- Ceiling fans, open floor plan- New paint, living room furnishings & paint (new photos coming soon)KITCHEN- Fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher- Keurig & drip coffee makers (bring your own coffee), blender, toaster oven - Cooking basics, dishware & flatwareGENERAL- Central heating & A/C - Washer/dryer, iron/board - Linens/towels, hair dryer - Free WiFi - Keyless entryACCESSIBILITY- Single-story condo, 2 exterior steps required to enterPARKING- Open community lot (first-come, first-served)- No RV/boat/trailer parking allowed-- THE LOCATION --- Gated oceanfront community within walking distance of Emerald Isle Beach- Walk to eateries & grocery store- Less than 1 mile to Salty Pirate Waterpark- 8 miles to Hammocks Beach State Park- 15 miles to North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- 39 miles to Coastal Carolina Regional Airport-- REST EASY WITH US --Evolve makes it painless to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.-- POLICIES --- No smoking- No family pets allowed- No events, events, or huge gatherings- Must be at least 25 years old to book- Additional costs and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-inADDITIONAL INFORMATION- This single-story condo requires 2 exterior steps to enter
- Emerald Isle
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
Located in Atlantic Beach on Moonlight Bay, this brilliant waterfront 3-bedroom home offers guests a comfortable getaway with 1 queen bed and 2 full beds. With amenities like a waterfront dock, wet boat slip, Outdoor Shower, AC, Washer / Dryer, WiFi, and heating, you'll have everything you need for a marvelous stay. The 2 bathrooms feature showers for your convenience. A superb place to call homebase while you're away, we hope you savor your stay. - Surf Shack - The WONDERFUL Waterfront CottageThe Surf Shack on Moonlight Bay has it all! Treat yourself to the BEST waterfront vistas and location in Atlantic Beach. Step onto your sizable private deck and take a deep breath of ocean air while you soak in all the sights and sounds this gem has to offer. We have a private dock and a wet boat slip ready for all of our guests when you book with us!The Surf Shack is the quintessential beach bungalow with classic appeal and tasteful beach décor throughout. It is the ideal spot to relax and create memories with friends and family to last a lifetime. Once you stay here, you may be another one of our many guests who can't wait to return!Savor calming in the cavernous living room with a wall of windows and moonlight bay water vistas. Conveniences include a 65 inch Roku LED TV. The entire home is equipped with high speed wireless internet.You will appreciate the well equipped kitchen which has everything you will need if you choose to prepare here. We have coastal themed tv trays, outdoor seating, and there are four stools around the island. We also have a gas grille located in the back yard so the cooking options are far from slim!Linens and much more are included. Bed linens, bath towels, quilts & blankets for the beds, pillows, kitchen linens, paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, garbage bags, and hand soap will all be ready for you at the home. The sheets will be on the beds when you arrive so you can start relaxing right away! Just bring your clothes, beach towels and personal items.Our home has three beautiful bedrooms and two full bathrooms. All three bedrooms have queen beds and windows for natural lighting. One of the bedrooms contains a set of doors that will lead you directly to the fenced in backyard / waterfront.Surf Shack is located in the ultimate location on one of the most highly sought after roads in Atlantic Beach. Located .9 miles off of the Atlantic Beach Bridge and .3 miles from the Atlantic Beach Circle / Beach! There are unlimited waterfront eateries to dine at close by during your stay with us.We are always available to answer questions, address any issues and help in any way.To maintain the home and assure that it is clean and cozy for all to enjoy cleaning up after family pets in the yard is a NON NEGOTIABLE and there is NO SMOKING OR VAPING allowed inside.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
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.
Welcome to Footprints in the Sand – Your Ideal Beachside RetreatJust a few steps from the sand, Footprints in the Sand is a welcoming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located in the coveted Dolphin Ridge neighborhood of Emerald Isle. Perfectly positioned with beach access directly across the street, this striking coastal hideaway offers the ideal blend of relaxation and convenience for families, friends, or couples seeking a peaceful escape. With private pool access and membership to the Emerald Isle Beach Club, you’ll have everything you need to savor a laid-back beach vacation.Cozy, Family-Friendly LivingStep inside to an open-concept living area designed for comfort and relaxation. The comfortable living space features a brand-new Intelligent TV for streaming your favorite shows, while the ocean vistas offer a calming backdrop to your stay. The guest room on this level includes twin beds, making it ideal for kids or additional guests, with a full bathroom conveniently close by. The entirely refreshed kitchen is equipped with everything you need, including a Keurig and traditional coffee maker, so you can appreciate your morning brew as you plan your day of sun and sand. Families will also enjoy the thoughtful touches, like books, puzzles, and games for all ages.Cavernous Bedrooms with Ocean VistasUpstairs, the master suite is a true sanctuary, offering sweeping ocean vistas and a king-sized bed for ultimate comfort. The private bathroom includes a extravagant soaking tub, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring the beach. The second upstairs bedroom, featuring a queen-sized bed, also features impressive ocean vistas. A close by hall bathroom adds convenience for everybody. Plus, a full-size washer and dryer are available, making it simple to keep up with laundry during your stay.Outdoor Living; Relaxation and FunThe landscaped backyard is your private getaway, complete with a exhilarating pool, ideal for a fast dip or calming in the sun. After a day at the beach, rinse off in the hot/cold outdoor shower, then relax on the deck with dining space for al fresco meals or simply to relax. For additional convenience, there’s a Char-Broil electric grille to make outdoor cooking painless. And when you’re ready to enjoy the beach, the Emerald Isle Beach Club is just steps away, offering poolside refreshments, towel service, and direct beach access.Beach-Ready ConvenienceMake your beach days effortless with included beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers, along with a wagon for easy transport. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected, while thoughtful extras like hair dryers, an iron and ironing board, and a first aid kit ensure you have everything you need for a anxiety-complimentary stay.The Ideal Emerald Isle GetawayWhether you're relaxing by the pool, taking in the ocean vistas, or exploring the handsome beach just across the street, Footprints in the Sand is the ideal place to relax and enjoy all that Emerald Isle has to offer.Book your stay today and experience the beauty and tranquility of coastal living at Footprints in the Sand!
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
Coastal gem on a pretty canal lot with private dock and sleeps 12. Appreciate the best beach vacation with a roomy cathedral ceiling living area which opens out to a giant dual level waterside patio with hottub, fire-pit, new Weber Genesis grille, dining space, enclosed outdoor shower, ping pong table, ring toss, and humongous lounge area next to the dock. Tie up your boat, kayaks, or just fish and swim from the dock. Even a doggy swim ladder! You can hear the ocean from the dock. Inside, there's the master suite, two guest bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a full bed and a single with trundle. A "pirate's loft" space via a ladder with 5 twin beds is great for kids. The wet bar is great for the "big kids".Pine Knoll Shores features private beach access with showers and a decked viewing area that's within painless walking distance of our home, or savor private secured parking. Our golf cart is available too for a nominal weekly fee. PKS features waterfront parks to watch sunsets and play basketball, the NC Aquarium, and neighborhood golf course! There are three private boat ramps in the neighborhood you can use and ample space in our driveway/parking pad to park your trailer. You can tie your boat to our dock in the canal.PKS is a great base to discover Beaufort, Cape Lookout, Fort Macon, Emerald Isle, Atlantic Beach and so much more.Linens and towels are supplied along with all of the silverware you could possibly need. A random collection of beach chairs, body boards, bocce balls, and other toys continues to grow in the outside closet. TVs in every room, complimentary high speed internet, a printer, PAC Man video arcade game and other surprises await you.For security and inclement weather conditions, there are 3 cameras located on the property. They can be observed near the front door, back door and pointing to the dock.
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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!
Duplex, 5 Bedroom, 4 ½ Baths. King * Queen * Queen * 2 Singles * Bunkbed (S up, D down w/S trundle). Island Club linen service with beds made. Expansive 15’ x 41’ oceanfront saline swimming pool (shared). Heated pool is available for an additional $600 per week. Oceanfront hot tub on each side. Cavernous, four-level home featuring three oceanfront BRs including two primary bedroom suites, one on top floor with K, ensuite bath with soaker tub and private oceanfront deck. Ground level game room with ping-pong and foosball tables, mini refrigerator and full bath. Well appointed kitchen with granite countertops and dishwasher. Washer/dryer, water softener, 6 Intelligent TVs with Spectrum cable app (living area and primary bedroom have Roku and DVD players), wireless Internet access, electric fireplace, ceiling fans throughout. Freshly refurbished in 2022 including new kitchen appliances, living room furnishings and refreshed baths. Covered and open decks with porch furnishings on all three levels. Gas grille, picnic table, enclosed hot/cold outside shower, boardwalk to the beach with outside shower. Unlimited ocean vistas. Rent both sides for the ultimate, enormous family gathering. No smoking. No family pets. 5305 Ocean Drive.*(Pool heater operable only when air temperature is above 60°; pool cannot be heated from mid-November through end of March)This property rents monthly in the off-season. Linens are not included in monthly units, but may be added to your reservation. Monthly prices do not include pool/hot tub.2023-24: November or December $8,700. Base rental rates for 28-nighttime reservation; other costs apply.For further details please contact the Long Term Department at 252.354.6149 or e-mail (longterm@eirealty.com)
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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.
Property Highlights:Location: 2nd row, directly across from the beach with public accessBedrooms: 2 comfortable bedroomsBathroom: 1 full bathKitchenette:Toaster convection ovenHot plate cooking surfaceMicrowaveFridgeNo traditional range or ovenWasher/Dryer Combo – Convenient for extended staysOutdoor Shower – Ideal for rinsing off after beach daysGas Grille – Savor outdoor cooking on the porchPorch with Seating – Ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxationFreshly Renovated – Fresh, light, and beachy decor throughoutBright and Airy Feel – Lots of natural light and coastal appealIdeal For:CouplesModest familiesBeach lovers seeking a cozy coastal escapeImportant Information:We stringently follow our cancellation policy – we highly encourage guests to purchase travel insurance for added protection. Travel insurance information will be included after booking.A signed Vacation Rental Agreement and valid photo ID are required to secure your reservation.min. occupancy: 4 guests – no exceptions.Parking: Guest parking is available for up to 2 cars only.This rental is the downstairs apartment of a bigger home. The upstairs may be occupied during your stay.House occupants have a dog – while friendly, please be mindful if you have allergies or concerns.
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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.
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.
The Gough CoastOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Beau Coast bliss is yours at this impressive, brand-new townhome! Located just mins. from Beaufort's historic town center and waterfront with access to the Island Express Ferry Service, this inviting vacation rental offers a modern hideaway furnished for complete comfort. The Beau Coast community dock provides convenient water access for boaters and anglers. The Beau Coast neighborhood offers plenty to do close to home including a dock, a pool, grilles, pickleball courts, a clubhouse, and a local grab-and-go grocery. Morehead City - home of the North Carolina Seafood Festival - is only five miles away and Atlantic Beach is within an eight-mile drive.Completed in 2023, this beautiful home has all the amenities for entertaining. It features a enormous, open kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space for hosting. Additional perks include a coffee pot that has both options of a full drip pot or K-cup single brews. A toaster, a crockpot, and an air fryer are both available for painless vacation meal prep. There is an outdoor patio area ideal for happy hour and morning coffee. The garage is loaded with all the beach toys you need, including six chairs, an umbrella, and a beach wagon. Plenty of board games and books are included to keep you busy while at home or in town. Of course, smoke alarms are equipped in each room, along with a first aid kit, as well as fire extinguishers in the kitchen.Things to KnowCommunity pools are typically available for guest use from Memorial Day through Labor Day and are subject to close without notice.Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.Dock details: Beau Coast conveniencesPlease note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our intelligent home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, accepting us to reach out directly with a reminder of max. occupancy and peaceful hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
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 who want to enjoy a wild and natural day by the water.
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 all varieties, including hikers, kayakers, birdwatchers, fishermen, and everyone in between.