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The Prettiest Small Town in the South

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Exterior detail
Living room
Living area
Living room fireplace
Dining room - can seat up to 12

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Edenton, NC
  • Barker House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Edenton Bell Battery Cannon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Rocky Hock Playhouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Edenton, NC (EDE-Northeastern Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Bath

Toilet

Hallway Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Prettiest Small Town in the South

Welcome to what has been dubbed the prettiest small town in the south. Roberts Rest is a restored 1894 home with all the warmth and charm. Two story home with two balconies. Three bedrooms with closet, dressers and chest of drawers. Fully equipped kitchen. Side patio off of kitchen with a bar-b-que grill. Many other amenities. Gas heat and cooking stove. ADT security. Combination door locks. Two blocks from downtown, city park and waterfront. Kayaking, water taxi, trolley tour and restaurants along with a wide variety of merchants throughout this historic town.

Welcome to your home away from home. We have filled the home with antiques, dinnerware for formal or informal occasions, TV's, board games for families to play and comfortable high end mattresses for a great nights sleep. Williamsburg, VA is only 1 hr. and 53 min away. Virginia Beach, the Outer Banks and Norfolk are between and hour and an hour and a half away.

Property manager

Darryl and Cathy Roberts
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave all curtains as found - not meant to close unless already that way. You can close blinds
Please strip all beds and take towels to laundry room when you go to leave.
Leave thermostat on cool, 78 in summer and heat, 70 in winter, Be sure all lights are off. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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

Edenton

Located in Edenton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Chowan Golf and Country Club and Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jim Catfish Hunter Museum and God's Creation Wildlife Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Edenton, NC

What's nearby

  • Cupola House Association - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Barker House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chowan Arts Council - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edenton Bell Battery Cannon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rocky Hock Playhouse - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mamasita's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Edenton Bay Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Prettiest Small Town in the South pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Prettiest Small Town in the South?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Prettiest Small Town in the South?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Prettiest Small Town in the South located?

Located in the heart of Edenton, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cupola House Association, Barker House and Chowan Arts Council. Edenton Bell Battery Cannon and Vidant Chowan Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

karen s.

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

Quaint heritage home

The outside and inside the property was great. Very welcoming. Many antique and period pieces in the home giving it a warm feel. I did find some grocery in the refridgerator unopened and the pillow cases didn't appear to be freshly laundered. There are plenty of kitchen amenities for cooking and entertaining larger groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bill B.

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

The Weekend Getaway

House was comfortable and the sleeping arrangements were fine. Kitchen/Dining area was spacious and was well equipped with necessary appliances. Living room was large and all 6 of us had individual seating to enjoy time together. Location to Downtown and the Episcopal Church made walking enjoyable. was
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Holly M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Edenton House

We enjoyed the location and the beauty of Edenton. But we felt we were invading the owner's privacy as all their goods, clothing and other items were still in closets, frig, and counters. The gas stove needs a good cleaning but otherwise, the house was clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

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

Conveniently Located

It was easy to walk to anything we wanted to do in town during the packed with tourists tour weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michele S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok. Great layout.

When we arrived something smelled rotten right away. The refrigerator had ransom meat in it and the garbage disposal also smelled. Once we cleaned out the refrigerator and sink, all was well. You may want to check into your cleaning service. The house however was perfect for our sit down Thanksgiving meal. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brett M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 weeks

We had a nice stay. Very convenient to downtown.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie B.

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

Convenient, comfortable, and charming!

We recently stayed at Roberts rest and found the property to be very clean, stocked with everything one might need, and it was a very comfortable place to spend a few days with friends. We enjoyed walkable access to downtown Edenton and the waterfront. We had a few questions along the way, and our hosts were very responsive. I recommend this property to others traveling to Edenton.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Quiet Family Time

We were so blessed to find Robert's Rest for our family visit to town. This was our family's first time in North Carolina and the home gave us space, privacy and the quiet we needed. Very thankful for a kitchen to use for our family meals as well as the walkability to town. We would recommend Robert's Rest to anyone!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Edenton visit

Lovely home, well equipped kitchen, cozy, and convenient to everything we wanted to do!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

My book club friends came for a long weekend and Shrimp Festival

There were supposed to be six of us. We are all in our 70’s book group has been together 30;years. There were only three of at the last minute., but. We each had our own room. My sister lives on W. Gale. She was our tour guide and Shrimp Fest partner. We had a blast. Ate great food, shopped, toured historic district etc. house was great. A few minor annoyances ( no ice maker, master suite toilet runs if you don’t watch it, did not find WiFi info until the last night, very homey and comfortable. Took some doing to figure out tv…) really enjoyed the house. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson R.

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

Beautiful home

6 of us (3 couples) enjoyed this home for a long weekend. Home was clean, well equipped with plenty of room for us to enjoy meals together as well as spread out in smaller groups. Edenton is a beautiful town and the house was within walking distance of everything downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home. Decorated to fit in with the historic district. Owners are very nice and easy to communicate with. Short walk to shops, water front, and restaurants. We will be back the next chance we get.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alina T.

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

Historic Delight

Our family enjoyed staying in this beautifully appointed character-filled home! The home was clean, welcoming, and in a historic town with lots of shops and eating options. The owners were easy to communicate with. The house is obviously loved by the owners who take great care of it. We enjoyed taking a walk along the sound and looking at historic homes. We recommend this VRBO listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia C.

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

This property was prettier than advertised.

Great Host, Well kept property. Our teens were amazed by some of the antiques and took pictures of them. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK K., Clemmons, North Carolina

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

Unbelievable 19th Century Home

Located a few blocks from the center of Edenton town Dock. Walk to more historic sites per capita than anywhere I've been. Great accommodations in The South's Prettiest Snall Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Annual Edenton Reunion

This was our first stay in this home. We really appreciated the location since it was around the corner from our cousins and where some of the events were. But the antiques on the main level were a little much to maneuver for my mom with a walker. Just not my style I guess. The upstairs rooms were not a problem and perfect for our needs. Thank you for the opportunity to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark B.

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

Location was great

We had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wonderful Experience

Darryl and Cathy are great and very responsive as hosts. Their home is lovely and well stocked with everything. We throughly enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay Q.

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

Wedding in the area

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristin t., Arlington Virginia

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

Edenton weekend

Lovely home, walking distance to town. Great host, a pleasure to work with and easy to communicate with at all times.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Karen B., Chambersburg, PA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Short walk to the waterfront shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Great Spot

Robert's Rest was a great place for a girls weekend in Edenton. The location was so convenient to walk to everything downtown, and the house was spacious for all our needs. Great kitchen and comfortable beds. Thanks Cathy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Great Location

Place is close to restaurants and the streets are wonderful to walk on. Many beautiful homes in the area. Place was very comfortable. Had a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was filled with historical treasures- lots to look at and explore in the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darryl and Cathy Roberts

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We came for a visit and bought a house to turn into a home. Eventually, we will retire here but for now it is home to all. Enjoy the magic of Edenton!

Why they chose this property

The history and beauty of the home. The town is quaint and so welcoming. The sound is so close and everyone is so friendly.

What makes this property unique

"Prettiest little town in all of NC" Near to Outer Banks, Coast Guard, Virginia Beach and Norfolk and Williamsburg, VA. Lots of antiquing!!

Languages:

English

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