The infamous Blackbeard frequented and even owned a home. Recovery of his flagship two miles from the Beaufort Inlet in 20 feet of water has provided treasure galore to the NC Maritime Museum, just one of Beaufort's many vacation attractions.

Beaufort NC became a summer resort in the 1970s with historical resoration a top priority. Waterfront rentals are in demand as well as new luxury homes with wide verandas. Rental real estate also includes quaint beach cottages, intown rentals, and many Bed and Breakfast homes welcome visitors

Beaufort NC vacation rentals offer waterfront and intown property for rent: new luxury homes, Caribbean-style beach houses, rental condos and vacation cottages. With mortgage rates at historic lows and bank-owned homes at historic highs, waterfront rental property may offer an investment opportunity. Consider investing in rental real estate: Beaufort NC Real Estate.

Morehead City is gateway to the Crystal Coast with a landmark bridge inviting all to cross Bogue Sound and enjoy Atlantic Beach NC. Just south on NC Highway 58 are the upscale Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach, and Salter Path communities. Emerald Isle is the last ocean town before returning to the mainland and Cape Carteret. Should you miss the bridge, continue on NC Route 70 to the historic town of Beaufort NC and on to Harkers Island.

Lighthouses gleam along the North Carolina Coast like diamonds protecting a beautiful lady. The Cape Lookout Lighthouse, shown left, is a National Historic Landmark and the only lighthouse on the Crystal Coast. The lighthouse is located at the southern tip of the Cape Lookout National Seashore near Beaufort and is accessable by boat or ferry.