Vacation rentals in Craven County

Adorable 2 bedroom, 3 beds cottage in New Bern

Adorable 1953 renovated cottage located in the heart of New Bern. Walk to grocery store. 1.4 miles to Twin Rivers Mall and Wal Mart. Two miles to historic downtown and half mile to Craven Regional Medical Center. Restaurants nearby. Walkable neighborhood. The living space has new smart TV, WiFi. and is newly furnished. The house has two bedrooms, two twins and one queen with new bedding and new mattresses. Bathroom tub with shower and washer and dryer. Kitchen with granite counters and island. Kitchen seats four with eat in table. Keurig one cup coffee, breakfast snacks, coffee, bottled water complimentary. All new appliances. Everything you should need for comfortable stay provided. Fenced back yard with deck Driveway parking for two vehicles. Check in is at 3:00. Check out 11:00 am.

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Ellen's Place

Relax in this cozy 500 sq ft studio apartment nestled in the River Bend community. Located within a mile of the River Bend Country Club you have access to golf, a marina, kayak launch, community park, local restaurants and more. Only five miles from historic downtown New Bern, and Tryon Palace, you can enjoy shopping in town or take a 45 minute drive to Atlantic Beach. This quiet retreat is all at ground level with a private patio. It is wheelchair friendly with wide doorways and no stairs.

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Garden Cottage

Discover a perfect garden escape just steps from downtown New Bern. This 170 sq ft retreat includes full-size bed, kitchenette and full bathroom. Enjoy a swivel mount Roku tv in bed area. Enjoy several garden sitting areas. This micro-suite offers comfort & convenience whether you’re exploring historic downtown or enjoying a quiet weekend. We’re adding a 90 sq ft sitting area Sept. 2026! Check out this additional seating area complete with 2nd TV. Look at the “MOCKUP” photo in “living room”.

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A beautifully balanced bungalow!

Welcome to the beautifully balanced bungalow. Blending the perfect balance of warmth & charm, with modern amenities. Enjoy the front & back porches, cuddle up in the comfortable living room, prepare a meal in the fully equipped kitchen or sip a beverage on the screened porch. Two spacious bedrooms, washer & dryer, dedicated work space and packed beach bag make for an easy living. This home is nestled in lots of trees for a peaceful stay even though you’re less than 2 miles to downtown New Bern.

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Bed & Bookfest guest cottage in the ❤️ of downtown

Well-appointed guest cottage in historic New Bern offers all the comforts of home while situating you under 0.5mi from city center. Private bedroom and en suite downstairs, king bed in loft. Each room has individual wall units for custom temp control, living space has TV with Firestick for streaming and Bluetooth speaker. Kitchen does not have a stove/oven but includes microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher, fridge, blender, kettle. Please use our little library to discover new and old treasures!

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Charming Cozy Cottage w 2.5 Baths Near Downtown NB

Cozy 2BR/2.5BA 40s-era cottage w Q beds, spacious &remodeled, in a quiet desirable area bordering 2 historic neighborhoods. 5 min drive to downtown NB and 3 min. drive to East Carolina Hosp. Living rm w/ 50"TV -w/YoutubeTV. Primary BR w blinds&blackout curtains & ensuite w/ step-in shower. 2nd bath has tub/shower. Great home away from home, long or short term! Keyless entry. Security cam at front door. Pack&Play on request. Ottoman converts to small bed suitable for child/teen. Sorry, no pets!

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Treetop view in New Bern

Newly built home in a tranquil setting, nestled among treetops, with large covered porch where you can view the sunrise over the river or just relax in rocking chairs. Filled with natural light and comfortably decorated. Oversize bedroom and bathroom with walk-in shower. Sleep up to 4 with very a comfy inflatable mattress (available upon request, additional fee applies.) Large fully equipped kitchen. Less than 2 miles from downtown. Book this beautiful home for an enjoyable stay in New Bern.

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River Watch Retreat

You will not forget your stay at the River Watch Retreat, and will want to tell your friends. This beautiful cabin offers a full NW view of the Carolina Blue Sky and setting sun on ENC's Trent River. Interior is paneled in locally sourced Poplar with Cedar accents. Beadboard and custom ceramic tile compliment the bathroom. Sleeping options: foldout couch downstairs and futon in loft. *Watch Bald Eagles, Geese, Heron and Osprey from 2 elevated decks a stone's throw from the water!

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The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage

This quaint historic cottage, "The Hunter-Stevens Law Office", (c. 1855) is located in the heart of historic downtown New Bern, steps away from shopping, dining, and the waterfront. The cottage sits on the property of the historic Coor-Cook residence (c. 1790), known as the "Stanley Hospital, Officer's Ward" during the Union Army occupation of New Bern. The cottage originally served as the law office of Mr. Geoffrey Stevens, a prior resident of the Coor-Cook house.

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Enjoy the charm of New Bern

Located in the quaint Ghent community; just 1.3 miles to downtown. Two bedrooms with queen beds and one full bathroom. Relax, pick a porch for coffee and a book. There's a fully stocked kitchen for your cooking/baking needs. Experience seasonal festivals, escape for a romantic weekend or a getaway with friends. Spend holidays here and create special memories. Enjoy delightful restaurants, friendly breweries, inviting shops and National Historic sites.

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Dockside Daze/Sunday checkout 5pm/Riverfront

Dockside Daze is a beautiful waterfront home overlooking the Neuse River. Relax on the back deck with a glass of wine while watching the sunset view of the New Bern skyline. It’s just a five-minute drive to historic downtown New Bern where you will find great restaurants and plenty of unique, local shops. This property does not have sufficient parking for trailers. Due to allergies, no pets. Check out 5:00pm Sundays only.

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Country Cottage near New Bern and Neuse River.

A cute, charming, open and airy country cottage only 10 minutes from downtown New Bern. Walking distance to Neuse River and 5 minutes from public boat landing. Wooded setting with occasional sightings of deer, wild turkey, owls, and hawks. Quiet and peaceful! Perfect place to relax and unwind. Convenient to Bayboro, Vanceboro, Cherry Point, Havelock, Morehead City and the beach.(No cleaning fee.)

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