Month: May 2014

Known as the “Friendly City by the Sea,” Swansboro, North Carolina is known for its small town appeal and colonial history. While the town itself is relatively quaint, it’s booming with unspoiled beaches, a picturesque and historic downtown district and other attractions. Swansboro’s history started in 1730 as a colonial port town first known as […]

Oceanfront views and the perfect location in Emerald Isle, NC make for your own piece of paradise at this week’s featured property, Aquatic Paradise East. With 4 bedrooms (1 king, 3 queen, 1 queen sleeper sofa) and 2 bathrooms, this property is plenty spacious yet intimate. The open kitchen is fully stocked including a dishwasher […]

When it comes to reunions, nothing compares to an Emerald Isle family get together. Whether it’s the awesome vacation rentals, the gorgeous beaches or the just the casual, coastal atmosphere, Emerald Isle and the Crystal Coast have what it takes to make your family vacation unforgettable. Here are some ideas to help in planning your family […]

Treat yourself to luxury and ocean side views at this week’s featured property, Ocean Club D-202. This Indian Beach property offers the best of both worlds with D-202 facing the Atlantic and Bogue Sound just around the bend. With 3 bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen, 1 twin daybed) and 2 bathrooms, this condo is cozy […]

Day One: One of our favorite things about the Crystal Coast is the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. There is something to please everyone here from the colorful array of fish on display to the popular baby alligators – check out a couple of their eye catching exhibits such as the Marsh Walk or […]

Just like a dream, find your piece of paradise at this week’s featured property, Seventh Heaven. Oceanfront and spacious, this cottage has immaculate views of both the coast and the sound. Seventh Heaven has 3 oceanfront bedrooms (1 king, 2 queen, 1 bunk bed (double down, single up) and 1 queen sleeper sofa) and 4 […]

Museums and Galleries  Flex your mental muscles and discover our coastal driven history and art. If you’re looking to get to know the Crystal Coast a little better, check out our museums and art galleries up and down Emerald Isle Drive. Here you’ll be able to take it all in and experience one of a […]

This week’s featured property from Emerald Isle Realty, Sea Heaven, is 3,775 sq. ft. of coastal bliss that offers panoramic views from the second and third floors. This brand new, spacious second row cottage offers panoramic second and third floor ocean views and quick beach access.  Sea Heaven has 6 bedrooms (1 king, 4 queens, […]

Between the months of May to November an extraordinary phenomena takes place along the beaches from North Carolina to Florida. A threatened species, the loggerhead sea turtle is one of Mother Nature’s mysteries, as they return from their 20 to 30 year journey in the sea to their natal birth place to lay their eggs […]