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2026 Swan Quarter Scenic Spots Guide

Historic District: Downtown New Bern

Step back in time with a stay at the Historic Hartsfield House, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom historic home in downtown New Bern. This striking abode offers a unique blend of historic ambiance, modern convenience, and quirky decor. The home's layout, with...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Bath, NC History

European settlement near the Pamlico River in the 1690's led to the creation of Bath, North Carolina's first town, in 1705. The town's location seemed ideal with easy access to the river and the Atlantic Ocean 50 miles away--at Ocracoke Inlet.

The Crow's Nest

Welcome to our impressive 1-bedroom condo, ideally located on the marina in the Fairfield Harbour neighborhood. Savor striking water vistas and the convenience of two full bathrooms, a completely equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a Murphy bed...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Washington, NC History

Explored in the late 1500s it was finally settled in 1690. James Bonner started the town on his own farm in the 1770s. After serving in the Continental Army, Bonner returned home and in 1776 renamed his town, originally called ''Forks of the Tar,'...

Waterfront home with dock and community ...

Sensational waterfront home in a gated community on the river with a pier and a private boat dock. This beauty is located in the Fairfield harbor gated neighborhood with so many amenities. Enter through the front door and head upstairs to a ranch...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Latham Whitehurst Nature Park

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

River's Edge

Come relax at one of the most special condos in New Bern. This corner 2 BR/ 2 BA unit has balconies facing the marina that are prime for calming. The side balcony that faces the fishing pier and kayak launch is a shady spot for dining.Just 20 mins...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Oriental, NC

Many locals attest that Oriental is a "contagious destination," where vehicular travelers via the two lane US 55, or maritime travelers along the Neuse River or Pamlico Sound, tend to stop by for a night or two, and end up sticking around for an...

The Mattamuskeet Refuge was established in 1934 and consists of 50,000 acres of water, marsh, timer and croplands in and around Lake Mattamuskeet, the largest natural lake in North Carolina.