Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Crystal Coast in Late Summer

BY KATE OCZYPOK

Looking for the perfect getaway? The Crystal Coast in North Carolina is a popular area for tourists and second-home owners, particularly in the summer. The region offers 85 miles of coastline, including 56 miles ofprotected beaches.

Here are 10 reasons to visit the Crystal Coast for a late summer adventure:

1. The Beautiful Beaches – The Southern Outer Banks is often referred to as The Crystal Coast, because they share the same

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The Plains, Virginia • $7,950,000

304 acres | Main house, stunning guest house w/ garage, 2 tenant houses, manager’s house, apartment complex, pool, 5 barns, approx 60 stalls, 3/4 mile all weather sand track, pond & extensive paddocks, fencing & sheds | Panoramic views of Bull Run Mountains & the Blue Ridge Mountains | Original home site still surrounded by towering trees, garden & stone walls

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Upperville, Virginia • $1,300,000

Total of 44.55 acres of which 15 acres were producing grapes | Prime location w/mountain Views & privacy | Vineyard infrastructure still remains &includes fencing, irrigation system and computerized well | Perc site for 4 bedroom home. Property is in conservation easement | Property can be converted to Residential use.

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2. Great Restaurants for Families and Couples – The Crystal Coast’s restaurants range from the kid-friendly, like Amos Mosquito’s (tableside s’mores anyone?) to the more couples-friendly options such as Blue Moon Bistro, serving French fare.

3. Cozy Places to Stay – Cozy bed and breakfasts abound, such as Ann Street Inn and the historic Inn on Turner dotting the Crystal Coast, just waiting for you for a long weekend stay.

4. The Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks – The southern-most barrier island in Cape Lookout National Seashore houses over 100 wild horses. You can head out via boat or passenger ferry to watch the wild horses on the island. Guests are asked to maintain a distance to watch the horses.

5. Beautiful Beaufort – Founded in 1723, historic Beaufort is the fourth oldest town in North Carolina and was named America’s Coolest Small Town. Multiple sites in the town are located on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Beaufort Historic District. The tight-knit community is a great place to relax and unwind for a late-summer vacation.

6. Great Sailing – The Crystal Coast has great sailing options for beginners and advanced sailors alike. There are guided tours like the Crystal Coast Sailing Excursions and even a special holiday flotilla in December.

7. Amazing Seafood – Freshly caught seafood along the Crystal Coast makes for incredible dishes like rich lobster rolls, shrimp salad, salmon seasoned to perfection, and more.

8. The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores – One tourist attraction worth stopping by is the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. The spot houses marine life ranging from sharks to adorable otters.

9. Great Live Music – The Crystal Coast has dozens of options for live music, from locals playing at breweries to summer concert series at area parks.

10. The Art Galleries – Coastal communities inspire local artists, and the Crystal Coast is full of lively art galleries and artist spaces. There’s the funky Gypsybee Studios and Gallery, the electic Path Art Gallery, and more.

W I N D F I E L D S Middleburg, Virginia • $5,511,060 324.18 acres in prime Middleburg location | Frontage on Snickersville Turnpike | Rolling acreage with Blue Ridge views, creeks, ponds, mature woods and Goose Creek frontage | Lime Kiln cottage with remains of original mill | Property is in Conservation Easement, may be subdivided 3 times

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The Plains, Virginia • $4,900,000

64 acres on a lake in2 parcels & Little River frontage | French Country stone home w/slate roof | 5 bedrooms, including 2 large suites w/balconies | Large pool w/spa & pool house, pavilion, tennis court, gazebo, barn w/2 apartments, equipment building/garage & 2 generators | Open fields and rolling pasture w/extensive wooded trails in prime Orange County Hunt territory

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Marshall, Virginia • $1,100,000

Lovely country home on private lot in the village of Rectortown | FIBER INTERNET | Open floor plan with main level suite and home office | Upper level overlooks large family room with two story vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace and two large bedrooms and second family room | Multiple porches and decks with extensive plantings - easy maintenance

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(540) 687-5588

Hard to find 10 acre parcel between Purcellville and Middleburg | No HOA/covenants | Partly open, some mature woods, creek frontage, possible pond site | Potential building site is now closer to Otley Road

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F U LT O N R U N Middleburg, Virginia • $2,982,250

Middleburg Hunt location | House built in 2020, frame exterior | 3 BR, 3 1/2 BA, 11 ft ceilings, moldings | Antique french doors | 50 acres are gently rolling & useable | 40 fenced acres | 4 large paddocks & 3 small holding fields | 24x48 barn/farm structure w/ tack room, 24x14 run in shed, 12x36 2-bay run in shed w/ feed room, 12x14 tack room

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Bluemont, Virginia • $250,000

East side of Blue Ridge | All wooded, old logging trail, could clear views of Loudoun Valley and Bull Run Mountains | 10.94 acres, easy access to Routes 7 and 50 | Tough to match the seclusion

110 East Washington Street Middleburg, Virginia 20117