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Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home!

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Interior
Private kitchen
Room
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gatesville, NC
  • Place, Merchants Millpond State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dismal Swamp Canal
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home!

The guest house is nestled in the quaint town of Gatesville. Our little neighborhood is safe and quiet with the best neighbors in the world! Our guest house accommodates 4 guests comfortably with two bedrooms, each having queen beds. The kitchenette is spacious and fully equipped with dinnerware, glassware, silverware and necessary appliances. A large deck in the back of the house for enjoying your morning coffee!

Your comfort and enjoyment at the guest house is our top priority. We will not intrude on your stay, but we are close by and available if you need anything. We have 24 hour check-in and are on-call for the rest of your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Property # 4134334
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Gatesville

Gatesville is home to this holiday home. Local points of interest include Merchants Millpond State Park, Ahoskie Chamber of Commerce, and Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Gatesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Merchants Millpond State Park - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Dismal Swamp Canal - 40 min drive - 55.3 km
  • Planters Peanut Center - 44 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Suffolk Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 54 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baron's Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Champs Chicken - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Will-O-Wisp Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Genesis Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Julia’s Subs & More - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bennett's Creek Guest House Is Your Home Away From Home! located?

Situated in Gatesville, this holiday home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Merchants Millpond State Park and within 25 miles (40 km) of Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital and Ahoskie Chamber of Commerce. Camptown Park and Barret's Landing are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend John and I were looking for a place to stay when we discovered the campground at Merchants Millpond was closed. We were very pleased with the accommodations and our interactions with Denise. Very clean and well decorated, with generous amenities right down to homemade banana bread. We may well voluntarily pass on camping on future trips to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little rental was very nice. It was clean and all the rooms were nicely furnished. The kitchen is a bit small but enough room to make breakfast and something for lunch.Don’t plan a big dinner but who wants to cook on holiday?For some reason looking at the pictures I imagined the house being more rural. The house sits on a fairly busy road in a neighborhood. There was no problem with that as it was a nice neighborhood and not far from Bennet creek which my husband and I paddled. It was very close to Merchants Mill Pond which my husband and I use to go to 20 years ago. We paddled that and it is still beautiful. A small family would find it comfortable but not much in the way of games or puzzles.We would certainly go back to this rental as the hostess is very nice and easily reachable if you have a question or problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is well maintained. I go to the area at least once a year and I think I have found my new gp to accommodations. Very clean and receptive. The property also had free amenities that helped to enhance the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate, comfortable. Thoughtful host. Perfect lodging for our visit to Merchant’s Mill Pond Park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your review! I really appreciate it! Come back to visit again!
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10/10 Excellent

Raquel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful and comfortable. We felt welcomed as soon as we walked in. It was really a home away from home. We had fresh banana bread waiting for us in the kitchen that was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend and we will stay again. Side note: It sets on a highway and for a light sleeper you can hear the cars go by if your in the room by the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah T.

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

Great spot!

Affordable and clean place to stay in a rural area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G.

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

Great Place!

We will definitely come back when in the area! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2025
Thanks for the review! We look forward to your next visit!!
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10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Very Nice VRBO in Gatesville

Great place to stay in Gatesville. Clean, well furnished and great communication with hostess. Highly recommend if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V.

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

Wonderful Accomodation

We were very pleased with the cottage. It was so inviting and comfortable. Denise was helpful with any information we needed and also left fresh baked banana bread for us to enjoy - the best we ever tasted! We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
Thank you so much for your review, Suzanne!! Please come back to see us again, soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Perfect getaway!!!

I have stayed here several times and it never disappoints. The house is always VERY clean and cozy. It is the perfect place to stay if you are just looking somewhere to getaway and unplug for a few days. I will definitely be staying here in the future. PS…the banana nut bread is AMAZING!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate it! Come back anytime!!
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10/10 Excellent

Barry R.

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

Prime location for family fishing and fun

We really enjoyed our stay at this property in Gatesville, NC. We were less than 10 mins from Merchants Millpond State Park and very close to fishing access along Bennett's Creek and the Chowan River. The house was cute and served our purposes well. Check in and comminication with our host was a breeze.
Chowan River access
Chowan River
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks for your review! We appreciate it so much. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far, one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. It wasn’t anything fancy, but the owner was very responsive to messages AND I had fresh banana bread waiting on me when I arrived. It’s the perfect place to unwind. Very clean!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your review! Please come again anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfia C.

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

Pristine Accommodation

This property was immaculately presented. We loved being here. It was the perfect location to be close to our oldest daughter. Back porch is an awesome place to hear birds and the gentle sounds of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We really appreciate it . Come back for a visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Great stay in this beautiful property!

My wife, daughter, son-in-law, infant grandson, and myself stayed here for 4 nights this past week. We were in town for a wedding and couldn't be happier for choosing Bennett's Creek Guest House. The house is nicely decorated and furnished. The owner is close by and was quick to answer all questions that we had. I highly recommend this property and will stay here again if we return to the area !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks so much for your review, Jeff. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and we are delighted that you had a great visit. We would love for you to come back to see us again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Quite neighborhood

Great place to stay! Quite neighborhood. Exactly as pictured. Very clean. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Awesome !!

Place is prettier than in pictures !! Very clean and wonderful ! Thank you for everything !!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay! I am glad things worked out with your brother to be able to visit. Whenever you are in the area again, please give us a call! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Denise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Always the best

Everything was perfect as usual. Clean and comfortable and the banana bread was very good. Always my place to stay when I visit Gates County. Thank You Denise. John Brad Beamon
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for the review! We are happy to have you visit anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

Very roomy and comfortable

Came to visit family in the area and attend a funeral. Not only was this very convenient, it is beautiful. The rooms are spacious and beds/furniture are very comfortable. Denise was great to work with and left us the nicest welcome gift of her homemade banana bread. We will be back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the great review, Kristina! We were happy to have you and would love to have you return under happier circumstances. Our deepest condolences to your family and God bless you in the days to come. Denise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was lovely and well-appointed. This cute little cottage is tucked away in a remote little village where you will see trucks and farm equipment driving by.This area has lots of history. Across the street from the cottage was a small cemetery and beyond that charming older homes, and cotton fields.The interior was more than we expected. Two very nice sized bedrooms, a great sized living and dining area, a nice bathroom (nice towels but no storage space for your toiletries), laundry area and very tiny kitchen.While just about everything was great, there were a few things that weren't to our liking:1. We are big coffee drinkers. The photos show a drip coffee maker, for which we brought our favorite coffee. When we arrived we discovered only a Keurig, which we have never used before and had to go purchase pods.2. The kitchen is equipped with a two burner hotplate, toaster oven and fridge. Unfortunately, there is zero workspace in the kitchen and no dish detergent. We made do by pulling a stool from another room for additional workspace.3. We packed based on being able to wash clothing. Unfortunately the washing machine was out of service.Overall, after a week stay, we would love to come and stay here again.Thank you Denise for a lovely visit, and the very tasty banana bread!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Stay in Gatesville

While traveling NC we stopped in Gatesville for the night and stayed at this property. It was extremely clean inside and out, the banana nut bread that was left for us was delicious and we appreciated the recommendations left for us in the guide Denise left in the home. We will be returning for sure if we pass through the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

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

Hidden Gem!

I highly recommend this property! Super clean and felt like home! My mom and I loved everything this property had to offer! The popcorn heat bags were a great addition to warm out bodies in the evening:))
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sierra I.

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

Beautiful place

I loved it 😍 very homie, banana bread was great! I will be back in the future!! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Great place to stay

This property was extremely clean and very cozy. We will definitely be back and will recommend to others!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tatiana S.

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

Well maintained home near Merchants Millpond fc

Refined efficiency, immaculate house keeping, plus welcoming savoiry banana cake, orange juice and water began a good experience visiting this lovely cottage. It is conveniently located to Merchants Millpond State Park, which was our destination. My husband especially enjoyed the supper comfortable bed sheets. The Bennett's Creek home-away-from-home enhanced our visit to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

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

North Carolina trip

My husband and I took his Aunt and Uncle to visit their son who was in the Navy. We spent two night in this little guest house. it was the cleanest and most sufficient house. Our host went the extra mile to even leave us a home banana nut bread and some juice. I will remember this guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Denise Owens

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My husband, Jack, and I have lived in Gatesville for almost 40 years. We have raised two boys and a girl, that we could not be prouder of, in this sweet little town. We are also the proud grandparents of two of the most beautiful little girls and on mighty handsome little man! Since the day we moved here, we were treated like family. There is a real closeness in this community where the neighbors look out for each other. It is laid back and comfortable. We hope your visit here is relaxing and refreshing for you!

Why they chose this property

Our guest house was totally remodeled in 2007, right down to the rafters! We kept as much of the original 1945 building as we could, adding amenities for a comfortable stay. We had a pamphlet printed to share with our visitors to let them know the rich history of our guest house. Being originally built as a grain and feed store, it is amazing even to us to see it as it is now.

What makes this property unique

One reason my husband and I love the area is that it is very nice and quiet. We are convenient to so many malls, the beach, shopping, entertainment, then, when you are done, you come home to peace and quiet.

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