Sea Turtle Cottage - walk to everything! - Vacation rental home in New Bern, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Welcome to the Sea Turtle Cottage, a private "dependency" bungalow under a elegant magnolia tree bungalow in the heart of New Bern’s historic district. You’ll appreciate being within walking distance of downtown New Bern, just a few homes from the river, and it’s best eateries and attractions.

Take advantage of rare off-street parking in the historic district as well as a sizable, private backyard!

-- THE PROPERTY --

This property is ideal for families and couples wishing to brush up on some early American history but still be close to the handsome North Carolina beaches.

In addition to the refreshed interior and amenities, the property has off-street parking, complimentary EV charging, and a huge backyard with fire-pit, overhead lighting, hot-tub, and seating. Great for unwinding or playing with dogs or kids.

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Couch

INDOOR LIVING: Wood floors, flat-screen Intelligent TV, sleeper couch, gas fireplace
OUTDOOR LIVING: Wonderful screened-in porch with walk-out to the roomy backyard.
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker
GENERAL: Free toiletries, linens/towels, in-unit washer/dryer, ceiling fans, Wi-Fi, Intelligent TV, mini-split AC units in all rooms
PARKING: Driveway (2 cars), street parking (first come, first served)

*NOTE: This bungalow is located behind the owner’s 250 yr-old home in the heart of the historic district.

-- THE LOCATION --

HISTORICAL SITES: Tryon Palace (0.7 miles), Union Point Park (0.4 miles), New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park (4.8 miles), New Bern Firemen’s Museum (0.3 miles)

FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Neuse River (0.1 miles), Birthplace of Pepsi Cola (0.3 miles), Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park (7.9 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (42 miles)

AIRPORT: Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (2.8 miles)

About the Area

Located in New Bern, this cottage is in the city center. Greater Good Art Gallery and Pepsi Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include B'nai Sholem Temple and New Bern Civic Theatre.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the perfect vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summertime is high season in the Pamlico area area. To find the most suitable rental within budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants.
• The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Booking your vacation property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local shops and restaurants.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Begin by choosing the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Sea Turtle Cottage - walk to everything! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the host before you reserve the home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular Pamlico area attraction you long to visit, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Add the host's contact info to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make sure no damages are attributed to your visit, record any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the property manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Many rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.