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

Stunning 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 handsome Northwest creek. Walk outside to an impressive screened in porch with a deck and pretty vistas of the sunset. Appreciate the game room downstairs, an outdoor kitchen, a giant deck, an outdoor shower and yard space to play games. This home is designed for outdoor living. Savor 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 & cavernous 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)

Tricks and tips to get the perfect rental home experience:

How to get the best value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in New Bern. To get the best value, try shifting your family's New Bern vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the New Bern area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local New Bern visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to pick the best vacation rental:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Waterfront home with dock and community boat ramp and HUGE screened in porch. has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking pages. If not, email the property manager before booking the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or could be applied to your invoice.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, make note of any damages to the property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• 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 see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.