Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Craven County

Lil' Dock/Riverfront apt./Late Sunday checkout!

Lil’ Dock is a beautiful waterfront apartment over the garage with a private entry and deck 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 has only one designated parking spot and cannot accommodate trailers. Due to allergies, no pets. Check-out: 5:00pm on Sundays only.

Treetop view in New Bern

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

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!

Sunshine All The Time Detached Private Guest House

Guests say we are "cozy, quiet, safe, private & convenient to everything". 1 mile to historic district & rivers. Completely remodeled . High, so you'll see & hear the birds sing to you. Private 400 sq ft detached guesthouse with bedroom, bathroom, open living-room/kitchen, & balcony. We welcome all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ community. Discounts for longer stays. This lovely, fully furnished, cozy guest house is perfect for per diem professionals who want a home away from home:)

Best of New Bern

You will be close to everything when you stay at this beautiful, bright and airy historic home centrally located in downtown New Bern with a Waterview, a white picket fence back yard for your dogs to run around in, and parking big enough for trailer, boat, or U-Haul. Use our bikes and take a ride or walk along the river to all the restaurants and attractions that downtown New Bern has to offer. You can launch your paddle board or kayak right in the river about 300 ft from our backyard.

Ellen's Place

Relax in this cozy 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.

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.

Private Suite - Covered Parking

This private suite is conveniently located five miles from historic downtown New Bern, 45 minutes from Atlantic Beach, and just a few minutes from the airport. Event venues such as Carolina Colours and Abelina Plantation are also close by. You'll be delighted by the nautical-themed decor as well as the quiet and seclusion the place offers. My place is great for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers.

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.)