Waterfront home with dock and community boat ramp and HUGE screened in porch. - Vacation rental home in New Bern, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Striking waterfront home in a gated community on the river with a pier and a private boat dock. This beauty is located in the Fairfield harbor gated neighborhood with so many amenities. Enter through the front door and head upstairs to a ranch style home on stilts overlooking the striking Northwest creek. Walk outside to an impressive screened in porch with a deck and handsome vistas of the sunset. Savor the game room downstairs, an outdoor kitchen, a humongous deck, an outdoor shower and yard space to play games. This home is designed for outdoor living. Appreciate the safety of a gated neighborhood that includes a restaurant at the marina, a golf course multiple parks for kids, tennis courts, dog park and so many walking/cycling trails.

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Broad Creek Recreation Center (2 miles away), indoor pool & hot tub, outdoor pool, exercise center, pickleball, tennis & basketball courts, walking paths, parks, eateries, marinas & Harbour Pointe Golf Club (addt’l fee paid on-site)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, grille, dining area, lounge furnishings, private & roomy yard, outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower and game room with a pool table and extras. Park your boat at the end of the dock. 5-8 foot depth
KITCHEN: dishwasher, blender, toaster, coffee bar w/ starter coffee & tea, dishware/flatware, knife set, cooking basics/spices, partially outfitted pantry and refrigerator
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels, toilet paper starter pack, hair dryer, hangers, iron/board, keyless entry
FAQ: Stairs required to access,
PARKING: Two covered areas under the home. Enough room for 6 cars.

HISTORICAL SITES: Union Point Park (11 miles), New Bern Firemen’s Museum (12 miles), Tryon Palace (13 miles), New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park (14 miles)
FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park (5 miles), Birthplace of Pepsi Cola (12 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (51 miles)
HIT THE LINKS: Harbour Pointe Golf Club (2 miles), Taberna Country Club (14 miles), Emerald Golf Club (16 miles), Carolina Colours Golf Club (17 miles)
AIRPORT: Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (13 miles)

-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Family Animals allowed, under 50 lbs with a pet fee, crate available and food and water bowls.
- No events, events, or sizable gatherings
- Must be at least 22 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- No eating or drinking on the outdoor bean bag

About the Area

Located in New Bern, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park and Croatan National Forest, while Greater Good Art Gallery and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips and Tricks for getting the best Pamlico area vacation rental experience:

Getting the best rental value:

• Summer months are high season in the Pamlico area area. To find the best value, try shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain offers and deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting the best rental home:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Waterfront home with dock and community boat ramp and HUGE screened in porch. has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the host before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• If there's a particular Pamlico area attraction you are crazy about, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property management company about your furry family members before booking.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peace. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on great ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.