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Toes in the sand, drink in hand! 4BD on Ocean
NEW Remodeled Kitchen & Picture Windows as of Jan 2026!--Come live Beachfront on Emerald Isle. Where all your worries melt away! Watch the waves break along the shore, see dolphins swim along the coastline, make lifelong memories with family and friends. Feel right at home with freshly made beds, linens included, well-stocked kitchen. Travel light: all the basics provided to get your vacation started. West side of the duplex. (Other side is used only by owners.) 4BD-3 King Beds +4 twin bunks

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
Relax at this calm, stylish 1BR/1.5BA top-floor retreat at Colony By The Sea. Perfect for couples or families wanting beach, pool, and more beach. Inside, enjoy magazine-worthy decor, a fully stocked kitchen, Saatva king bed, and private Wi-Fi. Step onto the balcony for a "million-dollar view"—feet from the water. Watch sunrises, stars, and dolphins play, or open the sliders and relax to the waves. Enjoy direct beach access, pool,hot tub, grills, and outdoor showers. Less than 1 minute away.

Kick back at the Slackin Shack!
Welcome aboard the "Slackin Shack" - our beautiful handcrafted houseboat, located right on the water in the heart of Historic Downtown Swansboro! This charming and unique home is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the North Carolina coast in a truly special way. The interior has been fully updated with modern amenities for a comfortable stay, while the outside spaces allow you to take in the breathtaking beauty of the waterway and scenery in style. Escape to the Crystal Coast today!

Romantic Waterfront Escape with hottub and kayak
Fishing paradise and breathtaking sunrise and moonlight from your private hottub on the back deck. Tandem kayak and small jon boat included. You can fish, kayak, or wade from the back yard! We've caught drum, flounder, shrimp, etc. Master has a king nectar bed and an amazing view of the water from the picture windows. 3 miles to beach, 13 miles to Aquarium, & 13 miles to Camp Lejeune. The road is close but once you exit your vehicle, you feel like you are in your own lil paradise.

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!
Quiet 4BR beach house in a private Atlantic Beach neighborhood, just a 2-minute walk to secluded beach access. Sleeps 8 with 2 king beds, bright living spaces, a full kitchen, 2 large decks, self check-in, beach gear, parking for 4+ vehicles, and pets welcome. Perfect for family trips, couples, or beach weekends with friends. Grocery stores, shops, and restaurants are 1/2 mile away, with Morehead City and Beaufort just a short drive for dining, charters, and day trips.

We call it The Point….
If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

SEA STILTS. Ocean Front. 3BR/2BA. Beds Made!
ATLANTIC OCEANFRONT Quiet dead end street right on the Atlantic. No one within 100 feet on each side of the home. Outstanding location & View! BEDS MADE Bath Linens Provided. Covered deck with 6 high chairs to see the Sunrise & Sunset. Hear the waves, watch the pelicans and dolphins swim by daily. Outdoor shower with hot & cold water. King memory foam Bed in master suite. 3 mi to Surf City bridge. Large screen smart TV /Roku.

Water Lover's Retreat: dolphins for neighbors
Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of Swansboro and the White Oak River. Fish, kayak, dolphin watch, and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the decks. Easy paddle to Jones, other intracoastal islands and to Swansboro for lunch. A ~15 minute drive will take you to the Emerald Isle beaches or Swansboro to walk the historic district and visit the many shops and restaurants

Oceanfront 3 bedroom home; private beach access
Welcome to a spectacular beach house that’s ideal for family getaways or when you just want to unwind. Recently updated, here is a modern and cozy place to stay right by the ocean on the North Carolina coastline. With a private walking path to the beach, decks with ocean views on each of the two floors and a community swimming pool, booking here is a passport to relaxing and fun family time.

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home
Oceanfront home located in N. Topsail Beach. Panoramic ocean views from the covered porch to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Cozy and comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom single level home. Your family can enjoy the convenience of all the linens being provided (sheets, comforters, pillows, and bath towels) and a fully equipped kitchen for a home away from home experience.
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Emerald Isle Beach holiday rentals start at €191 per night before taxes and fees

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4.6 Average rating
Emerald Isle Beach stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
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