'Higgins Downtown Depot' Downtown! Walk to Mum Fest! Bikes, Smokeless Firepit, Equipped Kitchen! - Vacation rental home in New Bern, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1832 square feet

Downtown Historical New Bern! 'Higgins Downtown Depot' - The gorgeously decorated industrial rail road-themed home is like a travel back in time, but with all of the modern amenities! Located in the historical downtown New Bern, vistas of the lake, the huge private backyard, and only being steps away from shopping, coffee, food, and drinks are big highlights of this home, and that is before you get to experience the front or side porch sitting, roast smores in the smokeless fire pit, play cornhole, and watch the train pass right in front of your home away from home! Yes, the train really does run every day right in front of the home (very slowly and only during waking hours!) This multi-level home features tons of added conveniences and additional details (just wait til you see what all is in the kitchen!) as we live up to our company name, A Stay Above The Rest! Full of antiques, photos, and historical family treasures, this home is captivating, to say the least, but is also super kid-friendly with tons of toys, books, and movies supplied to ensure that all kiddos feel welcome and entertained!

You will feel like you are in a Hallmark movie while visiting this handsome town! Don't let the vintage feel fool you, this home has extravagant linens, marvelous amenities, and is very well maintained!! Gather around and appreciate the elegant open kitchen and dining area, completely equipped with a Ninja Air Fryer (the best!), Ninja Blender, gourmet food processor, Keurig (with a frother for those lattes/ cappuccinos), a coffee maker, our signature KitchenAid Stand Mixer, plenty of bakeware, dishware, pots and pans, a crockpot, and more! The shotgun-style home offers great spaces to gather around, but you have the option of closing those original double doors to close off each room. Also downstairs is a study equipped with a desk (with a monitor and Bluetooth keyboard and mouse), seating, and a Intelligent TV with complimentary Netflix! There is also a family room with a gas fireplace, Intelligent TV (complimentary Netflix), a full dry-bar with tons of different drinking glass options, and a mixer set! There is also a full bathroom on the main level and we provide salon-quality shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and opulent white plush towels!

All three bedrooms are very roomy and are located upstairs. The first of two primary bedrooms has a king-sized bed with spectacular linens for an extraordinary nighttime's sleep (plus sound machines/ alarm clocks in every room!), a comfortable sitting chair, a charming non-working fireplace, and a closet. The 2nd primary bedroom also holds a king-sized bed, a computer desk, a vintage non-working fireplace, and a closet. The 3rd bedroom has two twin beds each with a twin-sized trundle and a sizable rustic dresser plus a very enormous closet. There is another full bathroom upstairs with a claw foot tub (handheld shower). The onsite laundry area is off the kitchen, painless to use and we even supply a few laundry pods. We also supply plush 5-star quality white towels, black hand towels for make-up removal, extremely cozy linens, k-cups, coffee filters, creamer, hot cocoa, spices, a few rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, paper towels, trash bags, and the list goes on (we've thought of it all!)

Taking you back outside, you can savor the great outdoors in the various shaded seating areas with seating for your whole group. The backyard provides ample space, shade, lighting for nighttime relaxation or fun, a fire pit with seating around, and fun outdoor toys, including ring toss, frisbee, and corn hole. If you prefer a more adventurous vacation - you're in luck! This home is equipped with four adult bicycles (and bicycle locks) you may use to discover the town or ride through the nature trails. You have fast access to the Trent and Neuse Rivers, Union Point Park (accessible via walking/ bicycle trails), and many other attractions around town. You're also less than an hour's drive to Atlantic Beach where you're able to rent tons of various equipment for water recreation - jet skis, paddleboards, and boats. There are also gorgeous creeks, lakes, and sounds that offer boating, fishing, camping, cycling, and nature trails. You can even schedule a day or sunset cruise to enjoy the beautiful North Carolina weather and lush scenery.

Traveling with modest kids? We know how challenging that can be! Ask us about our partnership with BabyQuips - the nation's #1 infant equipment rental company. You could rent clean, state-of-the-art gear and have it delivered to you hassle-complimentary!

In addition to this striking home, you get an simple experience from start to finish when you book with us (A Stay Above The Rest). We have an fantastic team you can call, e-mail, and even TEXT(!) who regularly get called out by name in our homes' reviews. We are available 24/7 for our guests. There are also no keys- you get your very own door code that will only work for the duration of your stay with our intelligent locks for additional security and tranquility of mind. We also provide a detailed property and destination guide for each property with things we like to do, eat, info on the home, and more! We are a Texas-based company, family-owned, and have a true passion to be "Above The Rest" in all that we do! Book now as prices and availability are subject to change at any time. Are you ready to make lifelong memories?

* Exterior video surveillance at entrance points and overlooking the shed where bicycles are kept, which records video and sound when there is movement (Ring brand). We care about protecting your privacy - There are NO cameras facing the interior or inside the home.
* NO Animals
* NO Parties- you will be fined and may have to leave the property with no refund
* NO Smoking and/or vaping inside the home or near any entry points
* Must adhere to local burn ban ordinances for fire pit use

Property Damage Protection: As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely to provide you with property damage protection. The cost of this protection has been supplied in your rental rate and costs and covers you for accidental damages during your stay. You will be receiving an e-mail from them. This is 100% optional for you to fill out, but we do enjoy you taking the time to do so.

About the Area

Located in New Bern, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Croatan National Forest and Union Point Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Isaac Taylor Garden and Havelock Tourist & Event Center. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in the Pamlico area area. To get the most suitable rental home within your budget, we recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular Pamlico area attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Pamlico area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have coupons for local tours and attractions.

How to choose and book the rightrental home:

• Choose dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. 'Higgins Downtown Depot' Downtown! Walk to Mum Fest! Bikes, Smokeless Firepit, Equipped Kitchen! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If not, email the host before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your vacation family.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or might be applied to your agreement.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of concerns.
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Document any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are assessed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to drive future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.