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Cottage on Main St. Beautiful Belhaven retreat.
Beautiful and peaceful cottage in the heart of the quaint city of Belhaven, on the Pungo River. The Cottage is located one block from the river, take a stroll to the waterfront at Sunset, walk to everything downtown, just a few steps, then retreat to your own private peaceful sanctuary! Great local fishing and wildlife refuges. Enjoy the riverfront beach in town. Spend your evenings dining on the large screened back porch and cooking on the grill. Ample parking for your boat right out front!

Escape to Paradise on the Pamlico River-
Southern coastal living at it's best! A true escape from society's demands directly on the Intracoastal waterway. Cozy & Private 1 bedroom 1 bath carriage house located on 15 acres between the Pamlico Sound and Goose Creek State Park. Enjoy the panoramic views from your private balcony. Access to the waterfront and boat dock. There is a small boat launch for your small boats, jet skis, kayaks and paddleboards next to the pier. Shared use of the screened-in gazebo. Come Relax and Enjoy it!

One of New Bern's Oldest Homes | Circa 1769
Stay in one of New Bern's oldest homes. Built in the 1700's the home blends authentic historic character with modern comforts in downtown New Bern. Walk to the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and more while enjoying the charm and character of a historic home. Thoughtfully updated with modern comforts, the cottage features a spacious king master suite, inviting living spaces, complimentary cruiser bikes, and a relaxing fenced backyard. Well-behaved dogs on flea/tick prevention are welcome.

Lovely 1 bedroom loft with free on street parking.
Relax in our "Nest" located less than 1 mile from historic, downtown Washington, NC and less than two hours from the Outer Banks. Use as a workspace or a base to explore the local waterfront, shops & restaurants while learning about Washington's place in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars including the Underground Railroad. Visit the NC Estuarium and enjoy the many water activities on the Tar-Pamlico River. Hike the trails in Goose Creek State Park just 10 miles away. Then come back and relax!

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!

"318 on the River"
You'll love this beautiful, private, upstairs apartment in our historic home with a river view and a short walk to everything downtown. Built in 1883, this house is especially unique because we are only a few steps from the Washington Civic Center, a favorite place for location weddings, as well as the historic downtown! With a breath-taking view of the Pamlico River, you can enjoy the private balcony with your morning coffee or a glass of wine to watch our incredible sunsets.

Harbor Hideout: Steps from Pamlico River
Welcome to our quaint one-bedroom apartment in the heart of downtown! This space offers a luxurious king bed, a full bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen & a dining area for 2. Unwind in the living room with a SmartTV & enjoy the convenience of being centrally located near the area's attractions. Perfect for traveling nurses & medical professionals, close to ECU Health (Washington or Greenville). This apartmnet is located one block from the waterfront.

Stillwater Stay Pet-Friendly
Looking for a peaceful escape in Eastern North Carolina? This charming 1-bathroom Belhaven barn retreat offers the perfect blend of country tranquility & coastal adventure. Situated on a peaceful property with chickens & ducks. Start your mornings with the charm of farm-fresh eggs, then head out to enjoy everything the area has to offer —from boating on Pungo Creek to hopping on the Swan Quarter Ferry for a memorable trip to Ocracoke Island.

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.

11th St Luxurious Cottage-King bed, laundry & more
The 11th Street Cottage is your place to get away from it all AND be just a few minutes from the Washington waterfront and historic downtown. The cottage has been designed with blissful relaxation, convenience, and privacy in mind. Welcome to a king memory foam bed, kitchenette, washer and dryer, and your own private screened back deck! Perfect for short & long term stays. Multiple discounts available.

Original Washington "Caboose, etc."
I Built in 1913, this historic site was originally the Norfolk-Southern Cafe. In the 1930s, the building was the site of grocery stores and meeting spaces, eventually becoming a popular coffee shop called "The Coffee Caboose". The space was converted into a private house, located steps from the waterfront and downtown dining and shopping. We sincerely invite you to come and enjoy our waterfront town.

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.)
Popular amenities for vacation rentals near Goose Creek State Park
Condo rentals with wifi

Unique 2 Bedroom Condo | Water View of New Bern

Clock Tower View Condo-2 Bedroom

Quiet condo at Fairfield Harbour Marina, New Bern.

Great First Floor Condo!

Eureka Square Condo on W 2nd

Greenville Oasis near ECU

Lakeside Lodge/Relax, Hunt, Fish & Explore

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Family-friendly house rentals

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3 Bedroom Home near the eastern NC Wildlife Refuge

Coastal Retreat on Waterway w/Hot Tub

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Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Game Room & King Suite
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Contemporary studio

Ellen's Place

Apartment 1 - Little Inn on Main

Apt. A - Mary Jacocks House - Historic Downtown

The Archibald White House - historic 2 bedroom apt

Historic district private entrance 1 BR/full bath

The Roost in The Birdhouse

River Knights in Belhaven
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The Loft On Main

The Pirate’s Wharf - Historic Bath

NEW 3 bedroom cottage steps from the Pamlico

The Pirate Place: family friendly, waterfront home

The Water’s Edge w/ Private dock

Peaceful Waterfront + Kayaks + Fishing + Fire Pit

Captain's Quarters w/ Boat Slip

PIPSHAK on the Pamlico River
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