River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!
Fairfield Harbour condo that overlooks the Neuse River and has easy access to Historic New Bern. Experience a wide array of attractions such as our colonial history and North Carolina's first capital at Tryon Palace; the birthplace of Pepsi Cola; Civil War Battlefields; museums; eclectic downtown New Bern shops and many savory restaurants. Fairfield Harbour is close enough to be convenient, but quiet enough to be restful.
The condo has a well stocked kitchen with everything you need for a quick snack or elaborate dinner. Two bedrooms and two baths are separated and offer lots of privacy, making this an ideal location for families or couples traveling together. Master bath has walk in shower, second bathroom has deep full size tub. The Roku television with a sound bar (don't forget your personal streaming passwords for services such as Netflix, Hulu, etc) and a voice activated Amazon Echo (Alexa) for all the news, sports, music, recipes, and anything else you ask. Walkable to the marina and kayak rental. Access to the community recreation is center included with your stay, including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, mini golf, basketball courts and more. Check the current listings in the rec center for water aerobics, yoga classes, ice cream socials and other family activities.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please inform host if traveling with a pet.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 3608639vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
New Bern
Located in New Bern, this condo is next to a golf course and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Union Point 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 kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
New Bern, NC
What's nearby
Northwest Creek Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 19 min drive - 21.1 km
New Bern Grand Marina - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
Pepsi Museum - 20 min drive - 21.7 km
Tryon Palace - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
Getting around
New Bern Station - 17 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 26 min drive
Sara’s Pizza - 10 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 30 min drive
Burger King - 23 min drive
Taco Bell - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River! on 11 May 2026 start from AU$321, 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.
Is River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River! located?
Situated in New Bern, this golf condo building is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Northwest Creek Marina and within 12 miles (20 km) of New Bern Riverfront Convention Center and New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center. Union Point Park and Isaac Taylor Garden are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was such a cute condo with an amazing view. Dawn was so communicative during our stay to make sure we had what we needed and all was ok. Will definitely stay here again.
Our second time staying here and the best words to describe it — in addition to all of the 5 stars — is the beauty of the peaceful surroundings overlooking the Neuse River.Thank you!
The condo was well stocked with everything needed for a relaxing getaway! The host provided prompt and accurate communication! We enjoyed the beautiful views and watching the wildlife! We highly recommend staying at the River Retreat Condo!!!!
Excellent property, very well stocked with great views. Would highly recommend!!! Dawn, the host, was awesome. She provided a lot of information and was very responsive.
David V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2025
Thanks for the great review David. Happy anniversary to you and your wife. Come visit again anytime!
This is my second stay at Dawns beautiful condo! As always I had a great time! The views are gorgeous and anything you might need or want is in the condo! Check in is easy and Dawn is always available to answer any questions or concerns!!
PENNY S.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thanks for returning, and taking great care of our place. You are welcome back anytime!
I stayed at Dawns beautiful condo for 2 weeks!
What a gorgeous place! It is serene and the views of the marsh are wonderful. The condo was clean and had anything I might have needed. The check in and check out were seamless and Dawn was a wonderful host! I will definitely be back to visit!!
PENNY S.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2024
I am so happy you enjoyed your visit. Come back anytime!
We loved the condo. Lots of space. Lovely kitchen. Very nicely decorated. Pretty view of the river. Check in was easy and short walk from car to front door. We will definetly stay again.
I am so sorry that you had bad weather, but that is of course out of my control. I am happy to hear you had a nice visit otherwise. Thanks for being such a great guest! Come back anytime, maybe Mother Nature would cooperate better in the spring 🌼
This is one of the very best VRBOs we have experienced! So very clean, beautiful setting on river / ocean marsh with sweet deer, bunnies, and interesting and meditative critter sounds. Very comfortable bed and seating area. Nice kitchen with the needful. Close to New Bern. Dawn is a fun and helpful host. She also shared passes to the recreative center that included classes, weight rooms and pools. We wish we could stay a week!
Just what I was looking for..quiet and cozy! The owner is awesome communication! I have lived in Air b &bs vrbos and Va casa while I did travel nursing —-I never needed to communicate with an owner until this week trip and DAwn was incredible!!
Thank u!
Very enjoyable location, unit, and neighbors. Clean and fun indoor/outdoor community pool and kind staff to match. The putt-putt was well designed and unique.The unit itself is well stocked with appliances, such as a blender, and also it had a range of DVDs and books available. The unit was very clean upon arrival. The beds — comfortable. Dawn, the host, has great communication. She granted us a stay with two dogs and it worked out very well. Excellent view for book reading and a quiet remote location yet relatively close to New Bern.
This is truly a slice of heaven and I will be back. Dawn made the entire booking/checkin/checkout processes seamless. She’s definitely a 5 star host! Her condo is even nicer than advertised on VRBO - the only surprises were nice ones. And the wildlife in the area was amazing. We saw a BEAR. He just rambled across the road into the nearby blueberry farm. Amazing! Three deer and a bunny came by most mornings and evenings to graze out back and the birds in the marsh!!! Dawn even supplied binoculars for viewing them.
Kim P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thanks Kim! I was able to update some photos with the new deck furniture, glad you liked it 😊 Come back anytime!
The condo was so nice and felt private with a wonderful view. Deer everywhere so nice to see wildlife. Dawn was a delight to work with us.
deborah n.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Dawn Vaeth
Currently living full time in NY, hoping to retire to NC where we'll be able to sail, kayak, hike, etc more than five months a year. NY winters are long. We love our visits to the condo and looking forward to more opportunity there.
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