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Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC

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Coffee Creek leads right to the prime sailing waters of Broad Creek
Your Homeplace for Making Warm Memories!
Property grounds
Large private dock with T formation
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Merritt, NC
  • Place, Oriental Dog Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Sunfish Beach
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennel Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath #2, off Hallway

Bathtub · Toilet

Ensuite Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC

Show stopping water views sparkle in the sun most everywhere you look from this welcoming and super tidy home! Begin your relaxation in the lovingly maintained surroundings, or head right out into spectacular nature. Whether you'd prefer to be under the "dreaming tree," or out on the dock, just about a 30 second walk away, you'll surely find a way to calm the pulse and center the spirit. Perhaps you'll head out for a day of fishing and come back for a soak in the elegant bathtub? Then rock your worries away on the covered front porch while you indulge in "grill aromatherapy" as supper gently sizzles?
If you feel like rejoining civilization, please do so with charm in mind--take a ten minute drive into Oriental. There's plenty to enjoy in the way of dining, shopping, village life, and a ramp to launch your boat down at the end of Midyette Street. From there, it's not far to plenty more destinations that make great day trips, from New Bern (35 minutes) to Atlantic Beach (42 miles + free ferry ride).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Creek: know where your children are at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must have previous positive reviews through VRBO and no negative reviews. Please park only in front of store that is to the right of the home.
If bringing boat, please provide proof of current boat registration/insurance, and sign provided liability waiver. Launch is 301 Midyette St Oriental
Kayak/dock/waterfront use is at your own risk. Do not kayak if inexperienced. Lifejacket must be worn at all times. Covered boat slip not to be used.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2765222vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Merritt

Located in Merritt, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sea Gate Marina and Sound of Freedom 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 North River and Kennel Beach. With kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Merritt, NC

What's nearby

  • Oriental Dog Park - 32 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Pamlico Community College - 47 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Pamlico County History Museum - 49 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Sunfish Beach - 49 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Kennel Beach - 53 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Silos Restaurant - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Brantley's Village Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Village Food Emporium - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Toucan Grill & Fresh Bar - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Oriental Dog Park and within 25 miles (40 km) of Pamlico County History Museum and Pamlico Community College. Health Center- Camp Sea Gull and Kennel Beach are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet home a short drive from Oriental.Exceptionally clean, comfortable. Spacious kitchen stocked with coffee, teas, and seasonings; Good cookware ! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allen t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was as advertised. It’s in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed fishing off the dock. Would definitely get again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, comfortable cottage in the country. Private dock with boat ramp short drive away. Great place for fishing and crabbing. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thank you, Donna--we loved having you as guests, and you are welcome back any time! For general readers, please note there is ample dockage, but no boat ramp--that belongs to neighbors. There are nearby places to put in, so we'll be sure to provide you with those directions if you are needing a boat ramp.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and it's a super cute cottage. Perfect for our family of 4 visiting from the Netherlands. Very family friendly. Be aware of the ant piles in the yard after a rain, though. And bring mosquito spray in case the skeeters are out (like they were during this visit)
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Really enjoyed staying here. And especially the kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Pleasant and relaxin

Love the Quietness the beautiful surroundings. All around just a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Oriental. The house was great and located on a pretty creek. The kayaks were fun to paddle on. Would love to stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
And we'd love to have you back! Suzanne is a terrific communicator, a wonderful guest, and kind to boot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra O.

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

Great Place with water on all sides

Great 2 bedroom 2 bath house with great kitchen and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2023
Y'all come on back anytime, and thanks for taking great care of the cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Preston D.

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

Nice place to get away and do some fishing

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope your pup is feeling better! Please come back and see us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jameson W. W.

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

Clean quiet getaway

We enjoyed our brief stay. It was a little isolated but its a short drive to Oriental. The place was immaculate and the property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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

Beautiful

Very pleasant and relaxing, very clean and Mayor was real nice. Will go again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Thank you for visiting us Thomas-we look forward to your return! -Amy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

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

Great Creek Cottage

Perfect cottage for stay near Oriental NC. Clean and exactly as represented in the listing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Thanks for coming to visit us Frank! Come back any time-we would love to host you again! -Amy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dicy T.

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

A home away from home!

The house was charming with every modern upgrade to make our visit so pleasant.The sunsets were lovely and it was very quiet and peaceful. Our dogs loved the area as well. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Very relaxing

Quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed watching birds, seeing the fish jump out of the water. Relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oksana T.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time at the secluded property. We enjoyed the marina, and got beautiful photos there. Boat ramp we were able to use at the Marina, which is next to the house. The house was very nicely set up, with all the amenities needed, extra towels, linens, blankets, kitchen items. It was as if we were home! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

Excellent host, beautiful creek and quiet surroundings

Maria was a wonderful host! It was our first visit to the Oriental area. Life take a slower pace there, but there’s more than enough to see and do over a long weekend. Keep in mind that the location is remote, but if that’s what you’re looking for, then it could be a great place for you. Creek was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Maria was so awesome and helpful!

So easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleks D.

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

Wonderful cottage, in the nature

Purpose of our stay was to rest from work, to fish, and relax. The place offers- great fishing deck (that is in shade! due boat covered dock) kayaks to discover the neighborhood and a nice big green lot- where our dog could run. We loved the stay and highly recommend it. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dusty H.

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

Had a great time. Peaceful!!

The rooms were large. The house was clean. Very peaceful and quiet. The traffic was minimum. Large yard and the fishing was fun. We caught a bunch of shrimp with our cast net. Definitely an enjoyable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Quiet Gem

Lovely property about 10. minutes from Oriental, NC. This sweet home is on a cul de sac, next to a Marina. We enjoyed taking the kayaks into the main river where we saw Dolphins and River Otter. Our pets were very happy with a large yard. We enjoyed fishing from the spacious dock. When we asked locals where they swim - they encouraged us to check the waterway reports before swimming. After we saw a jellyfish next to the dock and read about the bacteria, out of an abundance of caution, we chose not to swim at the property or in the area. The management was great, answering all our questions. Checking in and out was easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

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

Hidden Gem!!!!

One of the most relaxing vacations of my life! After almost 3 months without a day off I needed a quiet weekend to recharge. The Coffee Creek Cottage checked all my boxes! I rented it for Fri & Sat night. Upon entering & opening the windows I knew that wouldn't be long enough. Messaged Maria, who had been great, friendly and responsive during the reservation process, she easily added a night to my reservation, and I was able to settle up with VBRO all in a few minutes. My cat and I enjoyed the breeze and birds chirping from the rocking chairs on the covered porch, I caught a fish for dinner Saturday, and enjoyed the clawfoot tub. Kitchen was fully stocked with pots/pans/spices. Not having to worry about linens, towels, toilet paper, dish soap made it even more relaxing to be able to pack light! The pictures are deceiving, you don't just get a creek water view, it's a 180 degree view of the creek and nearby river, so even better!!! Only drawbacks I found were while they provided fishing rods, there were no sharp fillet knifes so I butchered it!!! I poached it so presentation didn't bother me, it was tasty :) Also the bed was too firm for my preference. But why would you want to sleep in here! As a 39yr woman and her cat I felt so relaxed and safe here. May have seen half dozen vehicles in the 3 days I was there. So charming.. only thing missing to make it a Nicholas Sparks novel was the strong misunderstood male lol! I can't wait to revisit CCC in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin T.

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

October in Merritt

We absolutely had a blast enjoying our short stay on Coffee Creek. The fishing was good, the towns were quaint and just enough local amenities that you weren’t completely backwoods. The rental is beautifully crafted and made our stay feel extremely luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Great spot

Exactly as advertised. Super clean, easy check-in/out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

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

Oriental visit

We enjoyed our stay. Everything was as advertised, clean and the kitchen was well stocked. If I was forced to make a suggestion, it would be to have a ladder added to the dock. In getting in and out of the boat with dogs, I kept planning what I would do if I or the dog fell in because the shore has sharp rocks and barnacles. The house is a delight and we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Best VRBO experience

Best experience we have had! Looking forward to the next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maria Machle or assistant, Amy

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