Drake's Cove - Private Dock For Your Boat - Vacation rental home in New Bern, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2400 square feet

This Waterfront Home is in the gated resort community of Fairfield Harbour. Bring your boat or fish from the back yard. You can Swim, Play Tennis & work out at the Rec Center or play a round of golf. Take a relaxing walk along the 4.5 miles of greenway or watch the family play cornhole in the back yard from the deck or covered patio. Play a board game in the game area or take advantage of the high-speed internet and then watch a Disney movie on the big screen tv.

Welcome To Drake's Cove!
The space
We are in the process of having the home elevated an additional 5' to reduce flooding risks during hurricane season. The home will be ready for guests by mid-march. The entire layout will be the same, but there will be a few additional stairs to gain entry to the home. The main living areas are upstairs in this handsome 2-Story home, accepting for a great view of the cove. Located 15 mins. from historic downtown New Bern & 1 hour to Atlantic Beach.

The first floor has a full bath with a deep 6' soaking tub and separate walk in shower, a family room with a 50" 4K Intelligent TV and French doors leading to an outdoor covered patio. There are 3 bedrooms (one king w/ 43" 4K Intelligent TV, one queen and a bunk bed with a full & twin size bed).

On the second floor, you will be greeted by a wall of windows. Settle in, recline and watch a movie on the 65" 4K Intelligent TV, or prepare up a family dinner in the well equipped kitchen featuring a double oven, microwave and dishwasher and gather around the dining room table, taking in the view from this Great Room. The coffee station features a Keurig, a drip coffee maker and an electric tea kettle. The second floor also has a full bath with a combination hottub tub with a rain shower head. You will also find an additional sizable bedroom with two queen beds.

All TV's are SMART TV's with tons of viewing options, but we do not have local channels or LIVE TV. We provide Disney + and HULU. This home has direct access to the water, multiple staircases and is not childproof. Kids are welcome, but must be supervised at all times.

We have one security camera on the front of the home covering the front door and garage and one on the back of the home for the backdoor.

Broad Creek Recreation Center
We can arrange guest passes for 2 adults and kids at the Broad Creek Recreation Center. There is a pool, exercise center, Jacuzzi, Sauna, Tennis Courts & Playground. They do provide towels, so no need to bring any from the home. Additional guests can purchase a day pass at the center for a nominal fee.

Pet Agreement

We appreciate our dog and are pleased to allow you to bring yours, if he/she is
well behaved. Our preference is not to allow dogs on the furnishings. We recognize this can be a difficult request, so we offer a compromise. If you have a dog that is accustomed to getting on furnishings, please bring a protective blanket to
help protect the furnishings.

A booking with a pet agrees to the following:

I agree that my dog is up to date on all vaccinations and that he/she are on a flea/tick preventive.
I agree to provide my own dog bed and supplies.
I agree to pay a $200 fine if I leave my dog unattended and they cause a disturbance.
I agree to pay for additional cleaning, repair or replacement of any items damaged by my dog. The fear and separation anxiety experienced by many dogs left unattended can result in barking/howling and destruction of floor and door
frames. Please know your dog and do not leave him/her alone in the home, uncrated, if this is a possibility.

I agree to always pick up after my dog.
I agree to keep my dog on a leash always held by me or a responsible individual when outside—and I will remove the leash from my dog only while he/she is at the dog park, or within the confines of the home. I also agree to keep my dog close to me when other people/dogs are around

I understand this is a peaceful subdivision and I agree to prevent my dog from barking excessively or causing any other disturbance while staying at the property.

Pet Restriction- Unfortunately, our insurance company will not allow us to host the following breeds: Akita, American Staffordshire Terrier, Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, wolf hybrid of any dog that is a mix that includes one or more of the breeds listed. A Separate Pet Agreement must be signed at booking, if you are bringing your dog.

About the Area

Located in New Bern, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Northwest Creek Marina and New Bern Grand Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Isaac Taylor Garden and Havelock Tourist & Event Center.

Special Instructions

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Pets allowed
• Dogs only
• 1 per room (up to 50 lbs per pet)
• Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Getting the best New Bern rental home experience:

Sticking to your budget:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the New Bern area. To book the best rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply New Bern area visitors guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the perfect rental home in the New Bern area:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Drake's Cove - Private Dock For Your Boat has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible online. Otherwise, contact the property manager before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is optimal for your family.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips for your stay:

• Put the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.