Entire home

Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC

Photo gallery for Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a water dispenser. There is a wooden dining table with chairs and a teal door leading to another room.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a stove, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden dock leading to a house with a metal roof, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A room with a large window overlooking a grassy area and a small building.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

View in a map
Merritt, NC
  • Place, Oriental Dog Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Bayboro Community Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Aurora Fossil Museum
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath #2, off Hallway

Bathtub · Toilet

Ensuite Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Exterior
My Pointe of View - Spectacular Pet Friendly Waterfront with Views!
Merritt
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
My Pointe of View - Spectacular Pet Friendly Waterfront with Views!

About the neighborhood

Merritt

Located in Merritt, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sea Gate Marina and Sound of Freedom Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pamlico Sound and Bayboro Community Park. With kayaking, motor boating, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
View more Vacation Homes in MerrittOpens in a new window
Map
Merritt, NC

What's nearby

  • Oriental Dog Park - 32 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bayboro Community Park - 41 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Town of Grantsboro - 49 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Sunfish Beach - 49 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Aurora Fossil Museum - 56 min drive - 50.0 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Silos Restaurant - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Brantley's Village Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Gretchen's Bistro - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Toucan Grill & Fresh Bar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Village Food Emporium - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC on Nov 8, 2026 start from $271, 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 Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coffee Creek Cottage: A tranquil, waterfront escape minutes from Oriental, NC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Oriental Dog Park and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Pamlico Sound. Bayboro Community Park and Alliance Recreation Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a quaint house that was perfect for our trip to NC. We enjoyed the kayaks and our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First visit I was celebrating my anniversary with my husband. Absolutely amazing location, house, everything. Brought our fishing boat. This will definitely be a regular booking for my family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet home a short drive from Oriental.Exceptionally clean, comfortable. Spacious kitchen stocked with coffee, teas, and seasonings; Good cookware ! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was as advertised. It’s in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed fishing off the dock. Would definitely get again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, comfortable cottage in the country. Private dock with boat ramp short drive away. Great place for fishing and crabbing. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2025
Thank you, Donna--we loved having you as guests, and you are welcome back any time! For general readers, please note there is ample dockage, but no boat ramp--that belongs to neighbors. There are nearby places to put in, so we'll be sure to provide you with those directions if you are needing a boat ramp.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Really enjoyed staying here. And especially the kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant and relaxin

Love the Quietness the beautiful surroundings. All around just a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Oriental. The house was great and located on a pretty creek. The kayaks were fun to paddle on. Would love to stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 9, 2023
And we'd love to have you back! Suzanne is a terrific communicator, a wonderful guest, and kind to boot.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and it's a super cute cottage. Perfect for our family of 4 visiting from the Netherlands. Very family friendly. Be aware of the ant piles in the yard after a rain, though. And bring mosquito spray in case the skeeters are out (like they were during this visit)
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place with water on all sides

Great 2 bedroom 2 bath house with great kitchen and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 16, 2023
Y'all come on back anytime, and thanks for taking great care of the cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place to get away and do some fishing

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2022
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope your pup is feeling better! Please come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Very pleasant and relaxing, very clean and Mayor was real nice. Will go again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2022
Thank you for visiting us Thomas-we look forward to your return! -Amy
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean quiet getaway

We enjoyed our brief stay. It was a little isolated but its a short drive to Oriental. The place was immaculate and the property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Creek Cottage

Perfect cottage for stay near Oriental NC. Clean and exactly as represented in the listing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2022
Thanks for coming to visit us Frank! Come back any time-we would love to host you again! -Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A home away from home!

The house was charming with every modern upgrade to make our visit so pleasant.The sunsets were lovely and it was very quiet and peaceful. Our dogs loved the area as well. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed watching birds, seeing the fish jump out of the water. Relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent host, beautiful creek and quiet surroundings

Maria was a wonderful host! It was our first visit to the Oriental area. Life take a slower pace there, but there’s more than enough to see and do over a long weekend. Keep in mind that the location is remote, but if that’s what you’re looking for, then it could be a great place for you. Creek was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time at the secluded property. We enjoyed the marina, and got beautiful photos there. Boat ramp we were able to use at the Marina, which is next to the house. The house was very nicely set up, with all the amenities needed, extra towels, linens, blankets, kitchen items. It was as if we were home! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maria was so awesome and helpful!

So easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage, in the nature

Purpose of our stay was to rest from work, to fish, and relax. The place offers- great fishing deck (that is in shade! due boat covered dock) kayaks to discover the neighborhood and a nice big green lot- where our dog could run. We loved the stay and highly recommend it. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time. Peaceful!!

The rooms were large. The house was clean. Very peaceful and quiet. The traffic was minimum. Large yard and the fishing was fun. We caught a bunch of shrimp with our cast net. Definitely an enjoyable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Gem

Lovely property about 10. minutes from Oriental, NC. This sweet home is on a cul de sac, next to a Marina. We enjoyed taking the kayaks into the main river where we saw Dolphins and River Otter. Our pets were very happy with a large yard. We enjoyed fishing from the spacious dock. When we asked locals where they swim - they encouraged us to check the waterway reports before swimming. After we saw a jellyfish next to the dock and read about the bacteria, out of an abundance of caution, we chose not to swim at the property or in the area. The management was great, answering all our questions. Checking in and out was easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem!!!!

One of the most relaxing vacations of my life! After almost 3 months without a day off I needed a quiet weekend to recharge. The Coffee Creek Cottage checked all my boxes! I rented it for Fri & Sat night. Upon entering & opening the windows I knew that wouldn't be long enough. Messaged Maria, who had been great, friendly and responsive during the reservation process, she easily added a night to my reservation, and I was able to settle up with VBRO all in a few minutes. My cat and I enjoyed the breeze and birds chirping from the rocking chairs on the covered porch, I caught a fish for dinner Saturday, and enjoyed the clawfoot tub. Kitchen was fully stocked with pots/pans/spices. Not having to worry about linens, towels, toilet paper, dish soap made it even more relaxing to be able to pack light! The pictures are deceiving, you don't just get a creek water view, it's a 180 degree view of the creek and nearby river, so even better!!! Only drawbacks I found were while they provided fishing rods, there were no sharp fillet knifes so I butchered it!!! I poached it so presentation didn't bother me, it was tasty :) Also the bed was too firm for my preference. But why would you want to sleep in here! As a 39yr woman and her cat I felt so relaxed and safe here. May have seen half dozen vehicles in the 3 days I was there. So charming.. only thing missing to make it a Nicholas Sparks novel was the strong misunderstood male lol! I can't wait to revisit CCC in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

October in Merritt

We absolutely had a blast enjoying our short stay on Coffee Creek. The fishing was good, the towns were quaint and just enough local amenities that you weren’t completely backwoods. The rental is beautifully crafted and made our stay feel extremely luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback