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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2725 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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New Bern, NC
  • Place, Tryon Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pepsi Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage

This private historic cottage (c. 1850) is located in the heart of historic downtown New Bern and steps away from shopping, dining, and the waterfront. The cottage was originally a law office and sits on the property of the historic Coor-Cook residence (c. 1790), listed on the New Bern Architectural Walking Tour.

Guests have access to the entire cottage- one bedroom with queen-size bed. Full bathroom. Eat-in kitchen. Separate living room. WiFi. Onsite parking for 1 vehicle.

PLEASE NOTE PRIOR TO BOOKING:

-2 person max per reservation- please do not check-in with more than 2 individuals.

-No children under the age of 12 permitted either on the reservation or as guests due to historic preservation and safety concerns (no railings, gas stove, etc).

-The cottage is limited to those individuals listed on the booking reservation only. No guests/events/parties.

-No pets of any kind- this includes “emotional support animals” and small non-shedding breeds. Trained service animals permitted.

-While there is no cable, the wi-fi allows streaming. The cottage has a Netflix account, and guests may feel free to log into their own streaming services at their discretion.

-The cottage is not wheelchair accessible. There are four brick steps outside the front door and no handrail (see photo of front door). Bathroom is also not wheelchair accessible due to size.

-Smoking and vaping is not permitted on the property, inside or outside.

-There is a functioning train track along Hancock Street. The train comes by (very slowly) most days. It also comes by some nights. Trains are not permitted to blow their horn in the residential historic district.

-The cottage sits next to our personal family residence. We have two friendly, outdoor cats that roam the property.

-The kitchen is stocked with coffee, tea, olive oil and common spices. Otherwise, we do not supply baking/cooking ingredients to avoid responsibility for items expiring/spoiling. The kitchen has cookware/bakeware and you are welcome to bring your own items for cooking. Aldi, Publix, Food Lion, Piggly Wiggly, and Harris Teeter are local grocery options.

The cancellation policy is enforced. Please carefully read the cancellation policy prior to booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

New Bern

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in New Bern Historic District, a neighborhood in New Bern. 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.
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New Bern, NC

What's nearby

  • New Bern Civic Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tryon Palace - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 15 min walk
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crema Brew - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage on Jul 5, 2026 start from $159, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage located?

Located in New Bern Historic District, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of New Bern Firemen's Museum and B'nai Sholem Temple. Craven Arts Council & Gallery Bank of the Arts and New Bern Civic Theatre are also within 10 minutes. New Bern Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, comfy and clean, within walking distance to everything we wanted to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic all the way around!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice cottage. It's too bad we were only able to stay for one night. We will definitely keep it in mind for any future trips to New Bern.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host, house and stay were amazing! I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Well-appointed. Lots to do nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marsha s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed are stay. Next time we come to New Bern would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

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

Excellent place in an excellent spot

Cozy, great eats nearby, history of the property was so cool to read about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything at the cottage was wonderful. Very comfortable with all the essentials. The location is also wonderful. Close to downtown, but far enough away so that you have peace and quiet at the cottage. Simply perfect for a couples getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place to stay in New Bern. A little “home away from home”. Great location to downtown- very walkable area. Clean and terrific amenities in the kitchen. Very accommodating host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect spot to stay if you want to tour New Bern by foot. Close enough to everything but also private. The cottage is historic so it has that feel but everything was immaculately clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage, the bed was the best bed we ever slept on. Everything was very nice and well kept and well supplied. We look forward if we are ever in the area again to stay here again. Thank you so much. Also we loved the key pad to get in the door. It was so nice. Thank you Thomas and Judy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel C.

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

Relaxing visit

We loved our stay. The house is cozy and nicely decorated, at a very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an adorable cottage, great accommodations and a great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying in this historic cottage and neighborhood. In walking distance to all of the downtown area. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

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

The place was great.

The place was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne G.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Adorable property in a great location in New Bern. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, etc. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara B G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica is a great host! This cottage had everything I I needed. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

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

Cozy cottage

Awesome cottage! Super clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

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

Great stay

Host was great. Location great. Best VRBO!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Wonderful historic cottage

Perfect location to explore New Bern and surrounding areas - the cottage had everything you need for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage is our favorite place to stay in New Bern. Matt & Jessica are so accommodating. The home is cozy and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome!! clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny F.

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

Great location

Beautiful home - walking distance to restaurants and waterfront in New Bern
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great location

Our second stay here. Great location, roomy, clean. Host was very accommodating to our late arrival. Very appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Fabulous and owners are amazing

Wonderful property, clean, and the location is ideal. The owners were also so wonderful and accommodating - highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jessica Conard

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Many guests are considering a relocation to our beautiful city. Jessica is a licensed NC real estate agent (Lic# 338091) with North Group Real Estate and is happy to answer any questions you may have!

What makes this property unique

Walk to shops, restaurants, and the riverfront!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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