Our Community Located in beautiful Beafort-by-the Sea, North Carolina

The Crystal coast has so many exciting recreations, it's no wonder people travel from all over the country to enjoy what it has to offer. The Atlantic Ocean, Bogue Sound, and the Intracoastal Waterway provide tons of recreational activities like fishing, surfing, boating, and skiing, and vast wild life parks and refuges provide miles of unspoiled natural habitats to explore at leisure.

Many Championship golf courses are scattered within a short drive and family attractions like the NC Maritime Museum, Fort Macon state Park, and The Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium are sure to be a hit with all ages as well as educational.

Beaufort DocksBridewater at Ware Creek is conveniently located only minutes from Historic Beaufort by the Sea, North Carolinas third oldest town.Incorporated in 1722, Beaufort has maintained the beauty of 18th and 19th century Carolina. Quaint and charming, its 12 blocks of historic buildings are on The National Registry of Historic Places and in the hearts of anyone who visits.

Things To Do Crystal Coast Tourism Authority

The "Crystal Coast Tourism Authority" website is one of the best sources of information available on this topic.

Economy The Carteret County Economic Development Council

Beaufort's economy thrives from tourism and marine based industries such as commercial and recreational sport fishing. The Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station in Havelock, NC constitutes the largest employment sector in the county.

SchoolsCarteret County Public School System

Carteret County schools are known for above average scores on the end of year exams and the SAT. Please visit the following link for detailed information on our school system.

Health Care Carteret General Hospital

Carteret General Hospital is the closest hospital. Located in Morehead City, Carteret General Hospital offers a full range of acute care, diagnostic and outpatient services. Craven Regional Hospital is located near by in the town of New Bern.

WeatherGraphical Forecasts - Newport/Morehead City, NC

The Crystal Coast has a temperate climate. The weather is mostly sunny and nice during the spring and summer months. The first frost usually occurs sometime in late November. Winters are typical mild with lows dipping below freezing only about 30 days out of the year. Relative humidity is 75%.
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Government Carteret County Official Website

The Town of Beaufort operates under the council/manager form of government.  The Board consists of five commissioners and the mayor.  The mayor is elected for a two year term the commissioners are elected for alternating four year terms.

The Carteret County Official Website is a great source of information for local property owners. Look here for County ordinance, GIS maps, tax information and much more.

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MediaLocal Newspapers and Television Stations

The Carteret County News Times - The Local Newspaper
Havelock News - Havelock Newspaper
WITN TV - Local Television Station
WCTI 12 - Local Television Station
FOX 8 - Local Television Station
Around Town Eastern NC - Eastern NC internet news portal
Jacksonville news - Jacksonville's on-line newspaper
The NC Waterman - Fishing and Boating information