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Journey's End circa 1908
Journey's End circa 1908
Journey End circa 1908
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Journey's End

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Arapahoe, NC
  • Place, Health Center- Camp Sea Gull
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunfish Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Sleeping Porch

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower.

Perched on a bluff overlooking the Neuse River, nestled among ancient oaks and pines –you'll discover the magic of Journey's End. The shared 70' Dock is ample for relaxing, fishing and enjoying sunsets in the evening and coffee in the mornings. Conveniently located between Camps Seagull and Seafarer, the cottage is only 10 minutes away from Oriental, the sailing capitol of North Carolina. A free ferry ride across the Neuse and a short drive will take you to Beaufort, Morehead City, and the world-renowned beaches of the Crystal Coast. Historic New Bern is just up the river, and the tri-county area has an abundance of restaurants – from Mom'n'Pop shrimpburgers to 4-star International Cuisine. Journey’s End features a knotty-pine interior with three bedrooms, a large open living space, a custom built outside shower, and a fully-stocked kitchen. A sleeping porch with expansive river views and breezes will be the perfect beginning to your Journey's End. Cottage comfortably accommodates eight, and rents from Saturday to Saturday. Long-term renting available. Keywords: Cottage

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
This property is not available for events/ parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
This is a pet free rental. No pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping allowed in or on the property.
No smoking is allowed in or on the premises of this property.
24 hour surveillance on this property, front and back for security purposes.
Not complying with the requested booking set for guests may incur in extra charges.

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
Note from host: This property is not available for events/ parties
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Arapahoe

Located in Arapahoe, this cottage is on the beach. Sound of Freedom Golf Course and Sea Gate Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok Trail. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arapahoe, NC

What's nearby

  • Health Center- Camp Sea Gull - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sunfish Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 32 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Tryon Palace - 33 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 52 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 33 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Landing - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Camp Seafarer Mess Hall - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Gary's Oyster Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Evil Cheeto - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Bar - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower.?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower. on Mar 21, 2026 start from $226, 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.

Is Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Waterfront Home W/ Sleeping Porch on the Neuse River, outdoor shower. located?

This Arapahoe cottage is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Health Center- Camp Sea Gull, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Croatan National Forest and Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok Trail. Kennel Beach and Cahooque Creek Recreation Site are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful river side location with access to dock. Quaint cottage full of character.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

Fantastic Views!!

My wife and I stayed here for July 4th weekend. It was so peaceful and quiet. The views from the back porch were awesome. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robinhood

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

Home away from home

We had a wonderfum time. We would love to return someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenille B.

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

Cozy cottage on the Neuse

Everything that is needed for a relaxing vacation on the water front.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

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

Comfortable and relaxing.

Great family getaway we stayed 6 days the fishing and crabbing was wonderful. We got to meet our host such a sweet lady and so accomadaing. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Davis B.

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

Great Stay!

Loved the property. 4 of us stayed at the house and did a mix of golf in the area, Minnesot Beach CC has great golf, and we fished from the pier in the property with good success. House had everything we needed and lived the area. Many thanks to the host for their communication and attention to detail. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

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

A perfect journey

The property was wonderful, charming, and provided all the relaxation we needed. Terry the host was phenomenal and accessible. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Rustic and Beautiful Waterfront Home!

We had an amazing week at Journeys End! It was the rest and relaxation we needed. Terry's communication was excellent! We enjoyed Arapahoe, Beaufort, New Bern, Oriental, and Atlantic Beach during our stay as well. They are all close by. We spent most of our home time down at the dock where we went kayaking and fishing. We chose not to swim in the river as there was a lot of wildlife; sharks, alligators, jellyfish, dolphins, crabs, etc. If in the area again, we will return to Journeys End.
The dock at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

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

Another wonderful stay at Journey's End

This is our second time staying at this property. We love it! It is charming, cozy but with lots of space, and the attention to detail is just perfect. You feel like you are staying in a home well loved, where joyful memories and lazy days on the river flourish. I am sure I will be back for a third stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Love

This property was such an awesome place for our week long vacation. Beautiful house and dock with so many dolphins and other interesting things swimming by. We loved the location and the ferry into the tourist areas. We used the crab traps and fished off the dock daily. The provided kayaks were also a huge plus. Terry is also the very best host EVER.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Journey’s End is perfect place to recharge and get away from life. We spent time fishing, crabbing and just relaxing. The cottage has everything that you could need ....Terry was a joy to work with. Hope to visit again! Thank you for sharing with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Sweet little home surrounded by nature

I love staying here and waking up to the sunrise! Observing the morning light on the water without getting out of bed is great!! The ferry is down the street and gets you to Beaufort and Morehead City. You can sail in Oriental, and drive to New Bern to shop and sightsee. We did all those fun things as well as just enjoying the views of nature from our rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christen a.

Lovely home!!

The owner was super considerate when making rental arrangements with me! The home was charming! Beautifully decorated with everything we needed and amazing views of the river! I really appreciated her thoughtfulness! We shall return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Wonderful Family Vacation

We stayed at this wonderful cottage for only two nights, wish we could have stayed longer. My three boys loved catching countless blue crap from the dock and the rocks, fishing, jumping off the dock and swimming with the passing dolphins. What an amazing, quiet and relaxing place. Hope to return sometime in the future. Owner was wonderful to work with.

10/10 Excellent

Springer W.

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

Peace

Perfect in every way…except one minor thing…could use a slightly larger shower. But then again, it might lessen the cottage’s charm & that certainly wouldn’t do it justice. Loved our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Location was great!

Terry the owner made everything easy and comfortable. The location was perfect. We visited Bath, Washington, Oriental and Emerald Isle. We sat on the dock and watched about 8-10 dolphin swim by one day, then saw a few the next day. We watched the sail boats and fighter jets fly over. The house is very cottage like. Everything we needed was at our disposal! We napped on the sleeping porch. It was a much needed R&R vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

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

Lovely Riverview getaway!!

Journey's End was a great escape from our "masked" world. The cottage was great well equipped from kitchen to dock to water..... Absolutely beautiful setting on the Neuse River--Terry the owner is correct just sit and watch the magic on the river... She forgot to mention the lovely view of the moon and stars at night...... Thanks Terry for sharing your little slice of heaven on the Neuse!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Loved the cottage!

Our family of 4 adults and 1 teen loved this cottage. We had never been to this part of NC and loved being able to look out on the Neuse River, which is more like a lake! The porch on the back is bright and comfy and you can watch the water change during all weathers. Loved eating our meals out there at the big table. The dock was our other main place, so sturdy and nice sunshade. We fished and crabbed and just hung out. The water and sky are always changing and so relaxing.Also enjoyed the club pool and taking the ferry over to Atlantic Beach.Check-in was easy, kitchen was very nicely stocked, wifi worked well, cottage was very clean.Can't say enough nice things about the owner Terry. She genuinely cares that you have a wonderful vacation and enjoys sharing her family cottage and the river with everyone. She went out of her way to answer our questions. I would definitely return to Journey's End!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

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

Sweet perfect place by the Neuse River

Old fashioned river side house with pier and so many little extras everywhere that you feeled cared for like a luxury hotel. Owner so accommodating that I felt free to ask about an unexpected need and she came through beyond my expectations!! Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Another perfect stay at Terry’s place

This is our third stay at Terry’s beautiful cottage. This comfortable, clean, well-equipped house on the river has been a perfect spot for our family (and friends who rented Terry’s cottage next door) to relax, unwind and refresh. Great seafood market in Oriental and the ferry for Beaufort is nearby. We walked down the street to the country club and purchased day passes to the pool one afternoon and that was fun. Kayays and bikes are also provided. Nothing but kudos for Terry’s cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nancy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

life on the water

Beautiful property! An older home, but beautifully maintained and restored. Everything you need is there. My girls loved the outdoor shower and thought showering "au naturel" was fantastic! The views from the porch are amazing. Open the windows and let the river in!!!! Come and stay. Sit back and relax. Let the river speak to you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and Relaxing

High school girlfriends convened here for a fun and relaxing weekend. It is the perfect place to take excursions to Oriental and New Bern for shopping and dining. The Minnesott Golf Club is charming and offers great cuisine. Hop on the ferry and visit Morehead, Harker's Island, and Cape Lookout. The sunsets are spectacular, not only from the cottage's pier or cozy back porch but also from the ferry. I highly recommend this weekend retreat as a getaway with your special friends. What more could you ask than to spend time with dear friends in a charming cottage on the beautiful Neuse River!!

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

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

A+++

Nicely appointed, clean cottage overlooking the Neuse River in a quiet neighborhood. The owner provided bikes and kayaks which we enjoyed during our stay. The location is perfect for day trips to beaches, quaint friendly small coastal towns, and Croatan National Forest. The cottage’s back porch provides an excellent view of the river where you can spot many different bird species, as well as porpoises, and otters. The back porch is also a great place to sit and enjoy your morning coffee or have a nice afternoon nap. The owner of the cottage is very accommodating, check-in and parking easy. We felt revitalized after our stay and appreciate all the things the owner has done to make this charming cottage so inviting and relaxing. A+++
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

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

Everything included

This home was very accommodating. It had all the supplies needed. It was not the owners fault that we could not swim in the river due to the jellyfish. Our only recommendation was to have a different type of sun shade for For the deck to be able to sit out there longer during the day . She had everything That you can think of you might need for your stay from a paperclip to extra blankets to cooking utensils, trays, you name it she had it. The only negative thing was that the owner prefers you not to use the washer and dryer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

John & Chris C., Raleigh, NC

RELAX!

Sit on the pier, drink your cup of coffee and watch the sun coming up while swifts dart under and over the pier, or sip your glass of wine feeling the breezes waft over your face, listening to the waves lapping as you watch the sun set. Journey's End was the best choice for us and our grandchildren to sit back and enjoy the very best of nature with majestic birds flying overhead. The cottage? Step back into the history of this former fishing shack that belonged to Terry's family (And yes, there's still good fishing and crabbing even off the pier at Journey's End!) and that has been updated to be so very comfortable. Terry was communicative and is an excellent host anticipating one's every request. My wife and I have been to Journey's End several times and look forward to our next visit (with or without the grands!).

About the host

Hosted by Terry

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What makes this property unique

Relaxation, a nap in the hammock, a sunset walk on the waterfront, meals with a view of the Neuse River, kayaking, shopping, and dining in Oriental, Beaufort or New Bern.

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