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Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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New Bern Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1.5BA | 1,119 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Cottage Exterior | Covered Patio | Kayaks Available
Living Area | 1st Floor | Smart TV
Living Area | Central Air Conditioning | Internet Access (Slow Speed)
Living Area | Queen Sleeper Sofa

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4104.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Bern, North Carolina
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Grand Marina
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Pepsi Museum
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Sitting Room)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River

Welcome to your pristine escape in beautiful New Bern! This 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental cottage is tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood just steps from Trent River. Unwind in the comfort of a fully equipped home featuring a full kitchen, Smart TV, in-unit laundry, and access to the private dock. Savor quiet mornings with coffee by the water, toast marshmallows around the fire pit, or take in a stunning sunset from the yard. You can also launch a kayak right from the property!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Washer & Dryer | Kayaks | 'River Island Guest House'

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Sitting Room: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered patio, outdoor dining area, fire pit (firewood not provided), propane grill, outdoor chairs, 1 double kayak, 3 single kayaks, 1 pedal boat, life jackets, river views & access
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, sofa seating, dining table, walk-in shower
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, cooking basics, toaster, Keurig & drip coffee makers, water filter, ice maker, dishware/flatware, garbage disposal, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi (low speed), water softening system, central air conditioning & heating, linens/towels, iron/board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, trash bags, paper towels, plenty of storage/closet space
SUITABILITY: Step-free entry, stairs required to access bedroom, may not be suitable for children (sloped land & no fence before river)
FAQ: Wildlife may be present, homeowner & dog on-site (main house before river, 40 feet away)
PARKING: Designated parking area (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Trent River (on-property), Neuse River Recreation Area (17.9 miles), Croatan National Forest (36.2 miles), Circle Regional Beach (41.7 miles), Atlantic Beach (41.8 miles), Radio Island Public Beach (43.5 miles), Fort Macon State Park (43.6 miles)
FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Birthplace of Pepsi Cola (8.4 miles), Bear Towne Escape Room (8.4 miles), New Bern Civic Theatre (8.5 miles), New Bern Trolley Tours - open March-December (8.7 miles), Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park (14.2 miles), Beaufort (46.1 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (47.0 miles)
HISTORICAL SITES: Union Point Park (8.1 miles), New Bern Firemen’s Museum (8.6 miles), Governor’s Palace - Tryon Palace (8.7 miles), New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park (9.9 miles)
TEE OFF: Taberna Country Club (9.7 miles), Carolina Colours Golf Club (12.2 miles), Emerald Golf Club (13.0 miles), River Bend Country Club (16.3 miles)
AIRPORTS: Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (8.0 miles), Raleigh-Durham International Airport (137 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property due to owner's allergies
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Only guests listed in the reservation are allowed on the property; no additional visitors or unregistered guests are permitted. The maximum occupancy of 4 guests (including infants) is strictly enforced, and any unregistered persons may be asked to leave. The number of occupants should be disclosed on the reservation prior to check-in
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- While the property has a step-free entry with a queen sleeper sofa on the 1st floor, stairs are required to access the bedroom and full bathroom located on the 2nd floor. This area may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- The property slopes down to the river with no fence; therefore, this property may not be suitable for children. Please use caution when accessing the kayaks and water
- This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, there is internet access, but it may experience slow speed
- The homeowner and their dog live on-site, in a completely separate unit approximately 40 feet away, and will be present during your stay. The dog is allowed to roam freely on the property. Guests with pet allergies or a fear of dogs may want to take this into consideration
- This cottage is not directly on the water. The main house is situated between this cottage and the river
- Firewood is not provided for the fire pit, but can be purchased nearby at Merchant's or Dollar General

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

New Bern

Located in New Bern, this cottage is on the waterfront. New Bern Civic Theatre and B'nai Sholem Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at New Bern Grand Marina and Carolina Colours Golf Club. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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New Bern, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 22 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Union Point Park - 22 min drive - 14.7 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 23 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 23 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Tryon Palace - 23 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 14 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Saltwater Grill - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Croatan National Forest, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center and Union Point Park. New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center and Greater Good Art Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts. Very clean. Close to New Bern, yet out in the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and cozy. It was the perfect place for my husband and our son and daughter. We were attending a wedding nearby at Amelia Grove and the location was ideal. A very peaceful and pleasant place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Great place and hosts

Close enough to new bern yet great place to chill. Cabin was clean and great hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Roy B., The Villages

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

Delightful Thanksgiving

Beautiful property. Lovely hosts. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Thomas A.

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

Family time

Beautiful property. I would have enjoyed it more if it was warmer weather and closer to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allisha J.

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

Honeymoon Trip

We stayed here on our honeymoon. Beautiful home. Well maintained, stocked & furnished. Great price, very affordable! Super easy check in and out. Great location close to everythingBut yet not in middle of city. Host are very friendly. And their sweet dog Roo is such an awesome co-host! Was missing my fur babies and he was so sweet and friendly! Can’t wait to go back again and will hopefully get to stay at same place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Beautiful location

Lots to see and do in and around the area. Property was as described. Very friendly owners. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Awesome property!

Hosts were welcoming of us and our pets. Kayaking was awesome! The house was cozy, clean and very cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francis R.

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

Perfect riverfront cottage

Just everything we wanted and needed. Serene setting not stuck in a crowded neighborhood. Perfect for night time stargazing. Hosts were amazing.. extremely friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alana M.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Everything was wonderful. Marisol and Matthew were great hosts and their property was perfect for our short trip. The rental and grounds were dog friendly (and Lucy loved their dog Roo) and a short drive to downtown New Bern. Their suggestions for local food were also great! We can't wait for another excuse to book so we can enjoy the river some more. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Great Location!

I will start off by saying that my plans for the weekend were to fish, fish and then fish some more from their dock and along the bank. It rained almost the entire stay. I'm talking about a cold rain with very high winds which made fishing basically impossible. I still had a great time! This place has a great location, we brought the dog and the hosts were very dog friendly. He had the best time of all exploring nature and interacting with the host dog. Speaking of hosts ours were great, they made us feel very welcome and encourage us to take advantage of the amenities. They apologized a few times for the weather as if they had any control over that. I'll have to return and hope for better weather so I can fish, fish and then fish some more.

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very comfortable, clean, and exactly as advertised. It is located in a quiet, somewhat secluded neighborhood but is only 15 minutes from the historic river walk area of New Bern. Though the owners live in the main house on the property, the VRBO is a separate building and feels very private. Doggie on the property is super friendly and sweet. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Island River

Excellent! Second stay at this location. Such a warm cozy place. Very clean. Great owners who respond quickly and always available if needed. Will stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were only there for a quick stay to visit with family. The home was immaculate. Since it was just a place to sleep we did not avail ourselves to the kitchen or laundry facilities or the view of the water. Dog friendly. We were greeted by the owners dog a couple of times, very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful, the cottage is clean and inviting. The hosts are a delightful couple who made us feel very welcome!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

A great place to stay!

Everything was great about our long weekend! We stayed there instead of a hotel and it was well worth it. Next time we visit, we will spend a lot more time at the cottage and enjoy the beautiful river! The hosts were very friendly and made us feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Cottage in New Bern

Beautiful setting. Well stocked kitchen. Getting to pet and play with the family dog was an extra bonus. Owners very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Would definitely stay again.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Excellent Riverside Retreat near New Bern

This is a clean, well-stocked retreat that has most of the comforts of home. The property is serene and remote, but still close to town & hiking. Marisol was a great host and easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed sitting by the water, kayaking, fishing, and visiting with their lovely dog, Roo.
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Excellent stay!

Beautiful home with friendly hosts! Very easy to find and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed a peaceful stay and our pup had fun playing!

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

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

Nice quiet getaway

Originally, I was supposed to come down with my 11 year old daughter but she got sick the two days before I left so the trip was just me. The property is very quiet and centrally located if you want to check out New Bern and the Croatan National Park. Since my itinerary with my daughter was blown I had to pivot to other things and the park turned out to be fantastic hiking. A quick 15 minutes away you also get to see the New Bern civil war battlefield with an interesting history. The house was great! Very clean and well maintained. I think it’s the best maintained property I’ve enjoyed using VRBO. Also, the owners were friendly and very nice. I brought my own dog which worked out great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

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

New Bern Guest Cottage

This is a lovely cottage. Immaculate and beautifully decorated. The owners are very friendly and the property on the riverfront is relaxing and peaceful. We enjoyed our visit and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Talia

Will be staying again! Highly recommend!

Lovely, clean, relaxing, as advertised and the hosts are wonderful! Centrally located for downtown and the beach and we made use of the paddle boat and fishing right on the dock behind the house. Fully stocked with everything you need and the property is beautiful thank you Matt and Marisol
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

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

AWESOME

From start to finish, everything was perfect. From communication, checking, stay and check out - could not have asked for nicer hosts, or place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Csilla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spending time in this a beautiful cottage on the river side was the perfect end to our summer travels. Matt and Marisol goes way above and beyond with their hospitality. Greeting us at our arrival, making us felt welcomed, like celebrities. The cottage has absolutely everything that would need for your stay away from your home. We travel with kids and we always cook, we had everything that wee needed even olive oil and Tupperware. The cottage is well named pristine, because it was the cleanest VRBO that we ever stayed in.( we stay in VRBOs several times a year). Roo the sweetest dog was a definitet plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

james h.

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

Birthday trip

The cottage was clean and the hosts were great and they walked our dog for us while we were out for a day trip. I cannot say enough about the experience and the fishing was great from the dock. Our dog Tide had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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