Emerald Isle, North Carolina - On The Crystal Coast's Southern Outer Banks, The Barrier Islands Of NC - History, Attractions, Cottage Rentals, Things to Do - Atlantic Ocean Beaches and Intracoastal Waterway

Take an early morning walk on our wide sandy beaches. Enjoy shelling, sailing, swimming, fishing, surfing, kayaking, charter boating, and biking. Take in the natural beauty of the salt marshes.....

Bring your binoculars so you can do some birding; watch the pelicans, gulls, herons and egrets. Or turn and scan the Atlantic Ocean from the beach and see schools of dolphin gliding near shore.

Over 800 Vacation Rental Homes and Condos.

From Atlantic Beach to Emerald Isle, we have the perfect vacation rental for you.

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The finest selection of privately owned cottages, beach homes and condominiums on the Crystal Coast.

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Located between mileposts 15 & 21 at the western end of Bogue Banks, and overlooking Bogue Inlet and Sound, Emerald Isle is known for its family-oriented vacation beaches. This end of the island is full of cottage retreats without the shoulder-to-shoulder resort hotels, and the best way to enjoy Emerald Isle is to rent a beach cottage — ocean-front would be fabulous — from one of the many real estate rental and sales agencies. There is something available in all price ranges and for all family and group sizes.

To get around Emerald Isle and the surrounding Crystal Coast beaches and harbor towns, you'll need a car. There is good shopping nearby and several nice restaurants.

For a list of upcoming events and attractions to help plan your vacation or visit, check our Crystal Coast Events Calendar and Attractions. Featured Events & Attractions for March:

March 05-07 > Morehead City
Annual Coastal Home Show