🐾 Dogs Year-Round⛳ Golf Carts🌊 Oceanfront Homes🚴 Bike Path🐚 Shelling
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Discover Emerald Isle, NC
Emerald Isle is a barrier island about 12 miles long on North Carolina's Crystal Coast. The beach is wide, the water is clear and green on calm days, and the island is mostly residential — a relaxed beach town rather than a boardwalk scene.
Golf carts are the primary mode of transportation on the island, a dedicated bike path runs nearly the full length of Emerald Isle, and the western tip — called The Point — is a favorite spot for shelling and sunsets. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach year-round.
34 North Vacations manages a curated selection of vacation homes in Emerald Isle — from oceanfront properties with direct beach access to canal-front homes with private docks. Every property is thoughtfully stocked and managed by our local team.
Grocery stores — There is a Food Lion and a Publix on Emerald Isle for basics. For a larger shop, Walmart, Harris Teeter, Food Lion, and Lowe's Foods are all in Morehead City across the bridge.
Swansboro — Charming waterfront town about 15 minutes west with boutique shops, restaurants, and kayak rentals on the White Oak River.
Atlantic Beach & Fort Macon — about 30–40 minutes east — Fort Macon State Park, Oceanana Pier, and The Circle beach hub.
Beaufort & Morehead City — about 30–50 minutes east — waterfront dining, wild horse ferry, Cape Lookout, and fishing charters.
Cape Lookout — 56 miles of undeveloped barrier island accessible by ferry from Harkers Island — about 45 minutes from Emerald Isle.
Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) — Jacksonville, NC — approximately 45 minutes. Nearest regional airport for fly-in guests.
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Vacation Rentals in Emerald Isle, NC
Browse our curated selection of vacation homes in Emerald Isle, NC — oceanfront, pet-friendly, golf cart-ready, and more. Every 34 North Vacations property is thoughtfully stocked and locally managed.
Browse our curated selection of Emerald Isle vacation rentals. Every 34 North Vacations property is thoughtfully managed and ready to deliver a 5-star stay.
