Sea Turtle Cottage - walk to everything! - Vacation rental home in New Bern, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Welcome to the Sea Turtle Cottage, a private "dependency" bungalow under a elegant magnolia tree bungalow in the heart of New Bern’s historic district. You’ll appreciate being within walking distance of downtown New Bern, just a few homes from the river, and it’s best eateries and attractions.

Take advantage of rare off-street parking in the historic district as well as a sizable, private backyard!

-- THE PROPERTY --

This property is ideal for families and couples wishing to brush up on some early American history but still be close to the handsome North Carolina beaches.

In addition to the refreshed interior and amenities, the property has off-street parking, complimentary EV charging, and a huge backyard with fire-pit, overhead lighting, hot-tub, and seating. Great for unwinding or playing with dogs or kids.

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Couch

INDOOR LIVING: Wood floors, flat-screen Intelligent TV, sleeper couch, gas fireplace
OUTDOOR LIVING: Wonderful screened-in porch with walk-out to the roomy backyard.
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker
GENERAL: Free toiletries, linens/towels, in-unit washer/dryer, ceiling fans, Wi-Fi, Intelligent TV, mini-split AC units in all rooms
PARKING: Driveway (2 cars), street parking (first come, first served)

*NOTE: This bungalow is located behind the owner’s 250 yr-old home in the heart of the historic district.

-- THE LOCATION --

HISTORICAL SITES: Tryon Palace (0.7 miles), Union Point Park (0.4 miles), New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park (4.8 miles), New Bern Firemen’s Museum (0.3 miles)

FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Neuse River (0.1 miles), Birthplace of Pepsi Cola (0.3 miles), Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park (7.9 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (42 miles)

AIRPORT: Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (2.8 miles)

About the Area

Located in New Bern, this cottage is in the city center. Greater Good Art Gallery and Pepsi Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include B'nai Sholem Temple and New Bern Civic Theatre.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Getting the best rental experience:

When to visit New Bern & When to book:

• The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Reserving your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is an excellent way to save on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides have money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

How to select the best vacation home in the Beaufort, NC area:

• Choose vacation week and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Sea Turtle Cottage - walk to everything! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking pages. If not, email the property manager before you reserve the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pet restrictions before booking.
• Does your family require unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few concerns.
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• During check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an excellent source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected everything. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.