Things to Do in Beaufort NC
Beaufort is a popular tourism destination thanks in part to its historic waterfront location, yet there’s plenty for the locals to enjoy, as well. If you’re considering a move to this charming coastal town – voted Best Small Town by Southern Living – and are considering purchasing one of the homes in Beaufort NC, look no further than Beau Coast West, with its rich array of onsite amenities and easy access to all that Beaufort has to offer.
Beaufort’s history dates back hundreds of years and places like the NC Maritime Museum, the Beaufort Historic District and the Beaufort Historic Site all offer a fascinating look into this history while offering a variety of seminars, classes, festivities, and more throughout the year.
With its location on the waterfront, it should come as no surprise that activities like fishing, kayaking, sailing, and more are a huge part of life here. The fishing opportunities offer something for everyone, from dropping a line from the Beaufort Fishing Pier along Taylor’s Creek to heading out to the open sound or Gulf Stream for some bigger catches.
Plenty of people enjoy fishing by kayak, but many simply enjoy the peace and tranquility of taking in the scenery – both nature and the downtown area – from the water. You can easily rent a kayak from shops along the waterfront, and Taylor’s Creek and the Back Sound are popular destinations. There’s also the Rachel Carson Coastal Estuarine Reserve with miles of marshes as well as open water. This is a great place to enjoy nature’s beauty and the local wildlife that calls this region home.
Wandering along Front Street and taking in the array of shops and restaurants is always a favorite pastime. The shops range from places to find everything you need for the many watersports to unique shops that offer goods made in and inspired by Beaufort. General stores, boutiques, jewelry stores, book stores, antique stores and more are found throughout downtown Beaufort.
With the direct water access, you’ll find fantastic seafood restaurants, as well as places to sit out and enjoy the water views whether with drinks or meals, and a number of the restaurants create menus that make the most of local ingredients beyond seafood for some truly memorable meals.
Plus, you’ll find that golf carts are street legal in Beaufort with the appropriate paperwork. They make a fun way to get around town and with Beau Coast only being approximately 2.5 miles from Historic Downtown Beaufort, it makes it easy to go explore!
This is just a hint of all there is to enjoy in Beaufort. Beau Coast West has its own onsite amenities and borders the Carteret County Freedom Park for even more yearlong fun, so if you’re ready to purchase one of the beautiful homes in Beaufort NC, contact us today.
