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The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown

Holiday home in Washington with kitchen and fireplace

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Christmas Eve 2021
Exterior detail
180 degree view of the Pamlico in River
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Washington, NC
  • Place, Washington Waterfront
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Waterfront Docks
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Square Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Quaint

1 Queen Bed

Riverview

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown

The Sterling house This Riverview college built in 1928 nestled in historic Washington North Carolina. The house within an easy and safe walking distance from historic downtown . Yet it still has a ambience of quiet serenity with it’s 180 views of the Pamlico river .

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Washington

Washington is home to this holiday home. Washington Waterfront Docks and Heritage Shores Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Goose Creek State Park and Havens Gardens Park.
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Washington, NC

What's nearby

  • Washington Waterfront - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Washington Waterfront Docks - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Peter's Episcopal Church - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Washington Square Mall - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Heritage Shores Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1906 Bistro & Bourbon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Washington Shrimp and Seafood Shack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪King Chicken Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Down On Mainstreet - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$426.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sterling House On the river and close to downtown located?

Situated in Washington, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Havens Gardens Park, Havens Park and Veteran's Memorial Park. St. Peter's Episcopal Church and North Carolina Estuarium are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay for a relaxing weekend! Love that it is pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William was a wonderful host! Communication was great! The home had a lot of character, and it was close to downtown. We were able to bring our fur babies too which was so nice! The back porch had a great view of the water and was so relaxing.
Back porch view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is in a great location, easy walk into town, kitchen was well equipped and the view from the deck over the river was perfect. Plenty of room in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miki E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house with amazing view

Loved the house and especially the back porch overlooking the water. Everything was clean and well-stocked. Gracious host. Would love to stay again on return trips.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice stay

nice property for two adults
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Cozy

A wonderful little bungalow overlooking the Pamlico River. Super host, and easy check in and check out. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t wait to return

Beautiful view of the water from back porch. Very convenient to downtown-walking distance! Relaxing weekend in a quaint older home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sterling House checks all the boxes. Pet-friendly (our dog loved running around in the fenced backyard), clean, sooo cozy, and convenient to everything. The beds are super comfy and the kitchen is well-stocked. We felt very much at home there. There are two parks within walking distance (one less than 1/8th mile), it's walkable to downtown, and the street is historic, quiet, and lovely. The view from the deck is incredible! The river is closer to the house than it appears in the listing pictures, and we spent much of our time on the deck or in the great room appreciating the view. We were even lucky enough to have a train pass by one morning, and we saw the old swing bridge in action. Check-in couldn't be more effortless, and the host responds very quickly. We were also pleased with the variety and quality of the restaurants in Washington. Can highly recommend The Bank Bistro and Bar (amazing Caesar salad), Pam's diner, and Havens Mill Pizza (take out only). Truly one of our favorite rentals of all time. We hope to return again and again.
View from the deck
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing visit!

We absolutely loved this visit for my birthday. William was communicative, helpful and available if needed. We really felt at home and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sterling House

Great weekend great away! Perfect for us and our fur baby! Comfy, cozy and close to everything! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Deaton K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely!

everything better than advertised. charming house. wonderful location. drinking coffee on back deck in the morning, watching river and birds was the highlight. relaxing and restorative.👍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

We often visit Washington to go fishing on the Pamlico. We usually make it a day trip. We wanted to stay for a few days with our dogs and booked the Sterling House. It was a relief to find a place that allows dogs, first of all. The house was clean. I loved the character of the house. The view was amazing and peaceful. I would definitely recommend booking a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming

Cute area, house as pictured. Only disappointment was that coffee maker did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful little slice of history on the river

We had an incredible stay in Washington to visit my sister who lives in nearby Greenville. We wanted something that was quiet and felt like a mini-vacation getaway, away from the hustle and bustle of a larger town. This property was absolute perfection. William is an incredible host - accommodating, communicative, and respectful of privacy. We can't wait to stay again. We fell in love with the small-town charm of this house and this town! We will definitely be coming back for another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable, private, clean and lovely house with a beautiful view. It was equipped with everything we needed and we loved the back porch. Easy walking distance to downtown.
View from the back porch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this property and visiting Washington, NC! William was easy to communicate with, kind, and thoughtful. The home was very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the proximity to town and listening to the cicadas while the sun set over the Pamlico. It was a fairly quick drive to Goose Creek State Park. FYI- this section of the river and the nearby Haven's Park are saltwater fishing designated. If you fish from the park downtown (past the railroad bridge), then it is freshwater. 20 minutes away in Grimesland, there are public ponds managed by NC WRC that stock LMB @ GPS 35.5825, -77.1716.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house. Serene view form the back porch. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

EILEEN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 nights

The view from the back porch was very nice. Kitchen is well stocked. We could walk to several restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home on the Water

We loved the location of the house and the relaxing outdoor seating area looking on the water. House had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Owner is great with communication! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful back porch which we enjoyed both morning and evening. We were able to grill our fresh seafood. Our dogs loved the backyard to run and the back porch, as well. We were able to walk the neighborhood and take in the historic homes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, host really accommodating and responsive. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

christy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome

Beautiful rental great communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
William was a great host. The house is super quiet and quaint. We loved that we could have the dogs with us and the yard is a great size to play ball with them and let them run around. The river and pond are perfect for fishing and downtown is walkable. Super cute restaurants on main street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

john d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

pleasant

as advertised. Very comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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