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Old Towne Yacht Club Condos

Old Towne Yacht Club is an exquisite condominium community located on Radio Island, between Beaufort and Morehead City. Just a short drive from Emerald Isle, this private, gated complex boasts an unparalleled waterfront setting with stunning vistas of the Beaufort waterfront and the tranquil Taylor’s Creek.

Enjoy relaxing by the community saltwater pool with a private sandy beach access that places you mere steps from the unspoiled emerald waters of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast. Beaufort, North Carolina consistently garners recognition as one of America’s Favorite Small Towns with its abundance of specialty restaurants, freshly caught seafood, charming gift shops and cozy coffee bars.

Our amenities don’t stop there – you’ll also enjoy a spacious clubhouse, a rejuvenating hot tub, convenient enclosed hot/cold outdoor showers with dressing areas, a well-equipped fitness room, a soothing sauna, an accessible elevator, and a designated outdoor grilling area. Book your stay in one of our Old Towne Yacht Club condos today!

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Radio Island

Visitors cruising along US Highway 70 in between the towns of Morehead City and Beaufort will briefly travel over a small parcel of land that makes a momentary appearance in between the two on-the-water bridges. This small slip of terrain is known as Radio Island, and it’s certainly more than meets the eye.

Home to a yacht club, several marinas, a scenic beach, a fishing pier, and multiple boat or kayak launching areas, Radio Island offers visitors a surprisingly large number of things to do while being relatively “close to home” for Morehead City or Beaufort vacationers and locals. Definitely worth a second look, Radio Island is a unique component of the Crystal Coast landscape, and is worthy of exploration in more ways than one.

History of Radio Island

One of the first things Crystal Coast newcomers ask when they hear about this island’s existence is “Why is it called Radio Island?”

As it turns out, this unusual moniker wasn’t always this region’s namesake, and the area originated as the blander, but arguably more accurate, Inlet Island.

The then-Inlet Island was created in the 1930s as part of a larger plan to create a deeper shipping channel and also to build port facilities in Morehead City. Essentially, the island was created by dredging spoils from the formation of the channel, which were deposited on an existing marsh, creating a new parcel of solid land. The island was originally owned by the U.S. Navy, but after World War II, the territory was sold to private investors. In 1947, the investors decided to build a 280’ foot tower on Inlet Island to establish a new radio station – WMBL. It was at this time that Inlet Island became known instead as “Radio Island.”

The new radio station was a big deal to locals, as it was the first radio station in Carteret County, and was well known for its clear reception and surprisingly long range, thanks to the aforementioned tower.

The station remained in operation well after the “Golden Age of Radio” was over, and was eventually sold and moved in the late 1960s / early 1970s. Today, the iconic radio station is long gone with the exception of a small flag on Old Causeway Road that marks its former home, however, the island has enjoyed recent development in the form of the aptly named Radio Island Marina, and the relatively new Olde Town Yacht Club.

Today, while Radio Island hasn’t grown much more in its roughly 80 years of existence, the isle is still a popular destination for mariners, anglers, and any visitor who appreciates a quick waterfront that’s just barely off the beaten path.

Visiting Radio Island

Radio Island has a number of attractions for visitors who appreciate the great outdoors. Newcomers and explorers will want to swing by these Radio Island destinations that are locally known as fine spots for enjoying a full day of fun in the sun, or on the water.

Radio Island / Newport River Boat Launch

Radio Island is home to one of the largest public boat ramps and piers in the area, the Newport River Boat Ramp. This site is found almost directly off the main highway at 301 Highway 70, and takes up almost the entirety of the northwest corner of Radio Island. The expansive area features parking for 56 vehicles with trailers, public restrooms, and six boat launches that can accommodate vessels of varying sizes. From this site, visitors can directly reach the Newport River, as well as the Back Sound, the Bogue Sound, and other waters in and around the Crystal Coast region. In addition, the Newport River Boat Ramp has a 575’ ft. long fishing pier that extends into the heart of the river, and which is a popular destination for local anglers.

Radio Island Public Beach Access

Another enticing site on Radio Island is the public beach access which is located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel, which borders the Bogue Sound. Located on the southern edge of the island, and managed by the Carteret County Parks and Recreation department, this destination is an almost secretive spot for some convenient fun in the sun.

The beach features nice and gentle waves that are ideal for young visitors, and which serve as fine grounds for fishing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and other sports that require calm and shallow waters. The beach is also nicely wide and sandy, and the site features parking, restrooms, seasonal showers, and handicapped accessible facilities via a long wooden boardwalk that leads directly to the sand. There are a set of rules for visiting the beach, (such as no fireworks, beach fires, or glass containers), which are stationed at the beach’s entrance. Slightly hidden, this beach access can be a little tricky to find for newcomers, but is a welcome destination for sunny days on the sand.

Old Town Yacht Club

This relatively new addition to the Crystal Coast landscape is becoming a popular destination for vacationers who want to enjoy a stay on the water. The complex features an array of condominiums which can be rented by area vacation rental companies, as well as beach access, a swimming pool and spa, a fitness center, a poolside pavilion with grills, and an on-site marina. Open to short and long term visitors alike – by boat or by land – this yacht club and marina has quickly become an enticing place to stay that’s seemingly in the middle of isolated Radio Island, but which is close to all the top attractions of Beaufort and Morehead City.

Tips and Tricks for Visiting Radio Island

• Radio Island is easy to reach, but visitors will want to pay attention to find the “exit” to this destination. Turn south on Marine Road in between the towns of Morehead City and Beaufort on US Highway 70 to access the heart of the island.
• The public beach access is located off of Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive, (not to be confused with the adjacent Olde Towne Yacht Club Road.) There are no convenience or beach stores nearby, so be sure and bring along everything required for a day at the beach.
• Accommodations on Radio Island, and specifically at the Olde Towne Yacht Club, are available through multiple property management companies in the area. Search for vacation rentals in Beaufort / Morehead City to find area condos.
• The public beach access is ideal for kayaking, but visitors will want to use caution when entering the Bulkhead Channel, which can attract vessels of all sizes. Stick close to the shore, and watch for windy days when the local currents can be deceptively swift.

Radio Island is a bit of a hidden gem destination along the Crystal Coast. Barely visible and seldom discovered by vacationers, the relatively “new” island is nonetheless a neat place to explore, or to enjoy a lazy afternoon on the sand. Found just off the main drag, and featuring a unique history that shaped an equally unique landscape, Radio Island is definitely worth a trip for any visitor who wants to fully discover the Crystal Coast.

AB Watersport Adventures

There are literally endless ways to enjoy the water along the Crystal Coast, and AB Watersport Adventures has you covered. Evplore the beautiful waters of the intercoatal waterways on one of our Jet Skis. For a more educational adventure we offer a jet ski tour to the Capeloout Lighthouse. We also offer rental boats so your family can enjoy one of the Crystal Coat's beautiful barrier islands. Located along the Atlantic Beach Causeway, and easy to reach for folks staying along the barrier island as well as Morehead City, this convenient and accommodating watersports company serves as a launching point for a host of fun-filled days on the Southern Outer Banks.

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Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.

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Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast. 

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Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.

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Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.

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Shackleford Banks Shelling & Wild Horse Expedition

Shackleford Banks Shelling & Wild Horse Expedition offers guests a chance to explore the best of nature on the Cape Lookout National Seashore.Board a ferry for a short, enjoyable road to the shore. Then spend a few hours viewing and tracking the beautiful wild horses that roam free here, exploring the beach, and searching for a variety of unique, unbroken shells that litter the shore.Our wild horse tour is offered at 8:30 a.m. daily and provides one of the best ways to spend a morning in Beaufort, NC!

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A spectacular property on a private island - it's one of the best kept secrets on the Southern Outer Banks! High-Speed Wireless Internet access provided! Located between Beaufort and Morehead City on Radio Island, Olde Towne Yacht Club is a fantastic place to spend your next vacation! This condo complex has the best of all worlds being close to historic Fort Macon State Park, the charming town of Beaufort, a scenic drive to Emerald Isle, and don't forget to check out the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores on the way there! Olde Towne Yacht Club a spacious Clubhouse, a Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower with a Dressing Area, Grilling Area, a well-equipped Fitness Room, a Sauna and an Elevator.

215 is a beautiful, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, artfully decorated condo, with a Gourmet Kitchen. Located on the Inter-coastal Waterway, it offers views of both Historic Beaufort and Carrot Island, where the wild horses play. Set in a World Class Marina setting and adjacent to Sandy Beach, this is a picturesque place to rest, relax and enjoy North Carolinas Crystal Coast.

Master bedroom has a King bed and Waterfront Deck access, with great views. Bedrooms #2 and #3 have Queen beds. Well-appointed Gourmet Kitchen. Dining Area has seating for 6, plus additional Bar seating for 2.

Additional Amenities include: 4 Color Cable TVs, 3 DVD Players, a Stereo, 2 CD Players, High-Speed Wireless Internet access , a Washer/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, a Large Covered Deck with Furniture, and Folding Chairs for the beach.

No Smoking. NO PETS.

Linens and Towels Provided with beds made! (Weekly stays only)

Rents weekly only, from Sunday to Sunday.

Marina with Boat Docking Facilities (Boat Slip Does Not Come with the Rental but Slip Rentals are Available through the Complex Association). Guests may fish off the dock as well! Please Note: No boat parking unless guest rents boat slips through the marina.

DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.

Living Area TV - DVD Player - Deck Access

Bedroom #1 King Bed - TV - Private Bath - Deck Access

Full Bathroom Private Bath Bedroom #1

Bedroom #2 Queen Bed - TV - Shared Bath

Bedroom #3 Queen Bed - TV - Shared Bath

Full Bathroom Shared Bath

Kitchen Features

• Coffee Maker(s)
• Fully Equipped Kitchen(s)
• Refrigerator(s)
• Microwave(s)
• Dishwasher(s)

General Features

• Smoke Detector
• In-Unit Laundry
• General Parking
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Community Pool
• Covered Deck(s)
• Ceiling Fan(s)

Complex/Community Features

• Community Hot Tub
• Community Outdoor Pool Access

Distinctive Features

• Building Elevator

Entertainment Features

• TV (Flat-Panel)
• DVD Player(s)
• No Pets Allowed
• Linens Provided with Beds Made (2024 Weekly Stays Only)

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Why stay for a week when you can stay for a month or more! This property is available for monthly rentals during the off season. Electric is included in the rental amount, the monthly cap varies based on the number of bedrooms. 1-2 Bedroom property: $150/month 3-5 Bedroom Property: $250/month 6 or more bedrooms: $375/month

Call to book: +1 (877) 872-6432

Please Note: For pet friendly properties, additional charges apply.

Please confirm with your vacation specialist if this property allows pets and the non-refundable pet fee. Additional conditions may apply including but not limited to an application fee. Please confirm monthly requirements with your vacation planner. Monthly Rentals are subject to a refundable security deposit.

Please Note: Oceanfront properties (with the exception of condominiums) cannot be booked solely for the month of September until after August 1st in an attempt to obtain weekly bookings. However, if a Tenant is willing to confirm at least 90 days, September will be booked prior to August 1st. All other properties will be booked on a monthly basis anytime during the year for September 1st unless noted otherwise. If a Tenant is willing to confirm at least 90 days, September will be booked prior to August 1st (if property allows).

November 2024: $1,506 + applicable taxes and fees January 2025: $1,351 + applicable taxes and fees February 2025: $1,221 + applicable taxes and fees March 2025: $1,351 + applicable taxes and fees

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