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Little piece of heaven in your own back yard!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms3050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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New Bern, NC
  • Place, New Bern National Cemetery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tryon Palace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Firemen's Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Bern

With a stay at this vacation home in New Bern (Riverside Historic District), you'll be a short 5-minute walk from New Bern National Cemetery and within 4 minutes by car from Craven Arts Council & Gallery Bank of the Arts. .This vacation home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from B'nai Sholem Temple and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from New Bern Firemen's Museum.

What's nearby

  • New Bern National Cemetery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tryon Palace - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • New Bern Firemen's Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • B'nai Sholem Temple - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 5 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crema Brew - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Little piece of heaven in your own back yard!

Summary:
This is the number one rated vacation rental in New Bern.
New hot tub 4/24
waterfront, home in the historic Riverside District! Located on 1/2 acre on the banks of the Neuse River, this 3050 sqft 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home. Sleeps 12, Unwind with your loved ones on the natural stone patio. Whether you spend your days lounging on the shore or casting your line off our brand new 126' dock. This is what vacations are made of. We host many wedding parties and families due to our central location to wedding venues.

The Space:
Enjoy the beautiful views from the window filled sunroom or wide open kitchen. Everywhere you look is a view of gorgeous gardens with the beautiful water beyond.
5 minute walk to Mayola wedding venue.
Great place for the wedding party or family of the bride and groom.

Guest Access:
3 kayaks available for your use .
If you head north from the house there is a peaceful, scenic estuary around the bend!

The Neighborhood:
Historic Riverside District of New Bern
A 24 minute walk to historic downtown shops, sights and restaurants.
A charming stroll through beautiful historic homes along the way.

Getting Around:
We have parking for 4 cars in the driveway and free street parking. Very quiet street with interesting things to see.
The National cemetery, created after the Civil War, is 5 minute walk.
Old time hardware store around the corner for all your fishing gear needs.

Other Things to Note:
Brand new dock!

We also have a playroom in the garage with lots of games for the kids and adults. It has a rollup door and a great view. (great for rainy days)

BBQ instructions

I hope you are as excited about this BBQ as I am. If you just need to cook some hotdogs and hamburgers, use the gas grill on the right side. But if you are true Grill master,
Please enjoy the smoky flavor of the wood pellet grill on the left.
Please be a responsible griller and clean the grill when you’re finished.
We keep a bin of wood pellets in the play room. If the bin is empty you can purchase more pellets at Lowes or Walmart.
I have attached the instructions. Please read thru to familiarize yourself with the grill.

Dave
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please keep all pets off the furniture and beds. There will be an additional cleaning fee if pet hair is found on furniture or beds.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Little piece of heaven in your own back yard! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, might become an annual trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and entire property are just fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay for our daughter’s wedding in New Bern. Great location as the reception was at the Maola. Clean and comfortable with breathtaking water views! Many memories made with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to relax and enjoy the scenery. The sunrise each day was totally amazing and with that came all kinds of birds, ducks, seagulls, you name it! If you love bird watching you will love it here. Lots of fun things to do if you have kids who get bored easily. Everything was perfect, we would definitely stay here again if only we lived a shorter distance away!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent option for some R&R

The setting was very nice and precisely as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

Was absolutely wonderful!!!! House is a home run !!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

The property and owners are fantastic! Everything is as advertised, it’s a perfect place for a family to relax and enjoy the views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Perfect accommodations and location. Beautiful property and home, with serene outlook on the river. Hope to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

What a great house. Perfect for a family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brad White

We had an incredible stay here on the Neuse River…. Incredible sunrises and great relaxation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donnelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Peaceful

This place as everything needed to relax and enjoy. Communication was good with owner. Family is considering renting this property again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moms 80th

Such a perfect setting for a family reunion! Everyone really enjoyed themselves. The home and gardens are stunning and THE VIEW…just wow. Host is wonderful to communicate with - will definitely book again in future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great reunion weekend

We stayed in this beautiful home for a family reunion in NC. This home was exceptional! Clean, organized, roomy, and accommodating for a large range of ages. We really appreciate the opportunity to stay here. And the views in the morning were amazing! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real piece of heaven!

The house was so well equipped, and so well taken care of we’ve really felt at home! The hosts were so responsive to every little question I had before our trip, and even when we had to contact them over a very small issue, it was remedied within two hours. We hope to visit again. It truly is a little piece of heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverfront Weekend

We stayed here for my niece's wedding and thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in the New Bern area. Great bonus was after booking, we found out that the wedding venue was just a 10-minute walk from the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway!

David has thought of everything to make a well stocked rental for a memorable stay. The view was incredible and the house was cozy and charming. New Bern is such a fun town with shopping, great restaurants and an interesting museum. 10/10 would stay again and recommend to friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Son was getting married in New Bern

Beautiful house, which had all the comforts of home. Views of the river were gorgeous?
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in New Bern

The house was clean upon arrival and well stocked. The view from the back of the house is stunning. We enjoyed taking sunrise and sunset photos. If you are looking for the perfect place to stay in New Bern, stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family thanksgiving annual celebration

This home has a spectacular view over the Nurse river with glorious light and natures colors We do this event every year and this home is now our undivided favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Stay (again!)

We like to stay at this lovely property when visiting my parents who live in New Bern. The kids are always excited to return as they love the bunk room, the play space in the garage and the backyard. My husband and I love waking up and enjoying our coffee with beautiful panoramic views of the water. Always a joy to return to this special place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family house.

Our family called it the river house. It was a perfect place for our family reunion. We loved gathering in the large kitchen which looked over the water. We will book again if we have another reunion in New Bern !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Clean, excellent communication and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

We had twelve people of many ages and this house was a great fit. The river and view are beautiful. It's so nice to be able to kayak right from your backyard. The kitchen is well stocked for all kinds of cooking and everything was in good working order.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waterfront Serenity!

This place was everything as advertised and completely lovely. Our family had an awesome time, and although it was rainy and cold one day, we managed to get one of the kayaks out at one point. Plenty of space for 3 couples and 3 kids. Really an awesome place and experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The house and property are lovely. Very convenient to shopping and restaurants. Loved the wonderful view of the river from both inside the house and by the dock. Our trip was a girls play date and therapy session. The Golden girls loved every minute of this vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025