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Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River

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Front of house from the street. Driveway is to the left when facing the house.
main bedroom with king bed
front porch seating
Kayak, paddle board, and tandem bike!
main bedroom with king-sized bed

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Gather by the fire
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near New Bern Firemen's Museum
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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New Bern, NC
  • Place, Tryon Palace
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Grand Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River

Access the Neuse River via community park at the end of the block or explore Historic Downtown (1 mile). Use our tandem bike to get around or try paddle boarding or kayaking on the river.

Perfect for singles, couples or families who want to relax on the porch and explore all New Bern has to offer. About 45 minutes to Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Swansboro and Oriental.

Sip coffee or wine on the front porch or back deck. Cook a gourmet meal in the fully equipped kitchen or grill out on the deck. Downstairs includes: large living room with Roku-equipped TV, dining area with plenty of seating, office with desk and printer, full kitchen with all amenities, washer/dryer and half bath.

Upstairs, the main bedroom features a king bed and sunny seating area to relax and read. The second bedroom has a queen bed and original, decorative fireplace. A full bath with walk-in shower is also upstairs.

Guests can access the entire house and outdoor areas including deck, firepit and seating areas. Room for three cars off street in driveway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The fireplaces in Heath House are decorative only. It is not safe to use them.
Feel free to open windows, we just ask that you turn off the A/C or Heat if you are doing so.
Help us protect our wood furniture by using a coaster for your drinks and hanging wet towels the hooks provided.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2783137vb
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 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

New Bern

Located in Riverside Historic District, a neighbourhood in New Bern, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. New Bern Grand Marina and Carolina Colours Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park and Union Point Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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New Bern, NC

What's nearby

  • New Bern Firemen's Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Tryon Palace - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Union Point Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 4 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crema Brew - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freshwater Beer - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Heath House steps from the Neuse River located?

Located in Riverside Historic District, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of New Bern National Cemetery, B'nai Sholem Temple and New Bern Firemen's Museum. Tryon Palace and Craven Arts Council & Gallery Bank of the Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km). New Bern Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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. 58 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in perfect location and we loved everything that was offered. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Lots of time and thought went into making thia the perfect vacation rental
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect! It had everything we needed & communication with the owner was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is a gem. A historic home with character in a quiet neighborhood but so close to downtown and all New Bern has to offer. The kitchen has anything you could need and the front porch is a wonderful spot to relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Perfect location. Host is amazing! Highly recommend to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host went out of his way to ensure a comfortable stay. A snow storm threatened to cancel our trip & he shoveled the front walk & steps so we could get into tbe house safely & took the time to check out road conditions for us. Freshly baked cookies greeted us when we arrived. Home is well equipped, clean, and very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neighbors were inquisitive but friendly. The rule for families with children under 25 is a bit excessive. Home is cozy and clean. Great location convenient to downtown and Neuse River.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great historic New Bern house

Great home to stay in the Bern
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our visit to New Bern. The Heath house was just perfect for us. We appreciated the binder full of New Bern history and the well stocked home with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a historic house that is a short drive to downtown New Bern and the palace. The house has 2 bedrooms upstairs, one is quite large. 1 1/2 bath total. Plenty of room downstairs. Some upgrades have been done over the years but the house maintains it's older charm with hardwoods and antiques throughout. Well equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer. Beautiful private back yard. Back deck. Front porch for reading. Short walk to the river and a park. Nice neighbors. When we arrived the beds were made and fresh cookies in the kitchen. Would strongly recommend this rental if vacationing in New Bern.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ambrose J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend at the Heath House. Everything about the home suited our needs perfectly. The host was gracious and very timely and helpful in our communications. Can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The only thing not mentioned in the description was the near-by railroad... but, that wasn't an issue for us at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suelynn S.

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

Wonderful stay

The neighborhood is absolutely lovely, wish the weather was better so we could have used the kayak and paddle board. The backyard was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful house, perfect location and lots of extra amenities. We reserved it for our sons wedding and it was a great fit, very comfotable and well equipped and the backyard was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alec C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute house. Warm and welcoming. Neighbors were sweet and gave us recommendations for places to go eat and see.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest R.

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

April trip

Very nice and relaxing trip
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

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

Loved this house!

Cute home with a lot of character. Great mattress on the bed and location was esy to access downtown New Bern.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JL W.

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

Great getaway

Great stay, was as described, great communication and attention from owner. Niceties provided.Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Nice house

The house was nice in a quiet neighborhood. 5/5 would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Beautiful Home, Great Location

We enjoyed everything about our stay at Heath House! The home was very clean, beautifully restored, and the neighborhood is precious. It’s close to bars, restaurants and the river. We definitely will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Lovely home and host

Great location. Well stocked. Easy checkin and checkout. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Convenient, Easy, Perfect

Check-in was easy. House is clean and beautiful. Listing was fair and accurate. Not in the heart of downtown but still close and convenient. Owner responded promptly to any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

What a beautiful historic find!

We loved this house. It had all the comforts of home with a historic feel. We enjoyed sitting out on the front porch, the fully stocked kitchen, barbequeing on the amazing grill provided,the friendly nighbors, comfortable king size bed just to name a few things. The personal touches such as fresh flowers and delicious cookies made us feel welcome upon arrival. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanny H.

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

Another lovely stay at Heath House

I was so happy to be able to stay at Heath House a second time. It was comfortable, clean and had just what I needed to enjoy a long weekend in New Bern!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

abdelkrim s.

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

Great house and great house manager

Beautiful house in great neighborhood, good house manager.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by PJ Connelly

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I am so fortunate to have grown up in this wonderful town that has instilled in me a love of history and sense of place. I was lucky enough to be able to restore this turn of the century home to be able to share my town with other travelers.

Why they chose this property

Heath House is cozy enough for a long weekend or large enough for an extended stay. The office, with printer, offers visitors a chance to work while enjoying all New Bern has to offer.

What makes this property unique

The neighborhood is great for a morning walk - everyone is so friendly! The large, green back yard is a peaceful retreat - perfect for enjoying all seasons or listening to birds. And the river is just steps away!

Languages:

English

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