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2026 Elizabeth City Kid Friendly Activities Guide

New Barn Apartment on 55 acres/waterfron...

Watch the horses graze, walk miles of wooded trails, kayak, swim, savor the beach, pet the donkeys, appreciate the pretty new home located above a four stall active horse barn. Located 15 mins. from gorgeous downtown Elizabeth City, NC.

  • Elizabeth City
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Columbia, NC

The small town of Columbia, located approximately 45 miles west of the Outer Banks, is a rising star along the central North Carolina coastline. An anchor of the informally named "Inner Banks" region, this small community of less than 1,000...

Beautiful new 3 bedroom townhome in Eliz...

You'll be very happy you selected this impressive townhouse to stay during your visit to Elizabeth City and surrounding area. Located mins. from eateries, shopping and our historic downtown (a must see). We are 1 hour from the Outer Banks and 45...

  • Elizabeth City
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Swan Quarter

Two stories prevail as to how Hyde Countys seat got its name. One legend has it named for the thousands of swan that came to "quarter" in the this little village at the head of Swan Quarter Bay. The second, less romantic story, says it was named...

NEW! Historic Elegance in the Heart of E...

**Historic Elegance in the Heart of Elizabeth City – 4BR, 3BA**Step into timeless appeal with this gorgeously restored 1915 home located inthe sought-after Northside Historic District of Elizabeth City. With itsoriginal millwork, sizable...

  • Elizabeth City
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
North Carolina Estuarium

The North Carolina Estuarium is one of the highlights of Little Washington's downtown scene, and for good reason. The 12,500 square foot structure, which has served as an educational center since it was first managed by the Partnership for the...

Relax and enjoy the calm

Our property has a great floor plan which will keep plenty of space to savor your time with us. Nice size bedrooms with comfortable beds to help you sleep sound. The pool table will definitely keep you entertained for hours. With just an hour drive...

  • Elizabeth City
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Downtown Waterfront Market

The seasonally open Downtown Waterfront Market is a great locale for shoppers, art aficionados, and foodies to come together in an outdoor, homegrown environment that features the very best products that Albemarle residents have to offer. An...

Museum of the Albemarle

The Museum of the Albemarle is considered the showpiece of downtown Elizabeth City, and is a must-stop for any new explorer of North Carolina's "Inner Banks." Located along the waterfront within a sprawling and stately green-roofed complex, the...

Dixieland Speedway

Summertime Friday nights are hot in Elizabeth City, thanks mainly to the Dixieland Speedway, a 3/8th mile dirt track that attracts stock car, go-kart and motorcycle racers from all across the eastern North Carolina region. An exciting spot with a...

Charles Creek Park

The Charles Creek Park, located just a block away from the waterfront at most, is a favorite local destination on a warm summer day. Featuring a wide range of activities that can easily be tailored to all age levels and outdoor interests, this small...

Port Discover

Kids of all ages can instantly become scientists, gardeners, doctors, and pilots, all just by walking through the unimposing downtown doors of Elizabeth City's Port Discover. This cool destination provides hours of fun for local and visiting little...