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Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes

Apartment in New Bern with kitchen and balcony

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The train passing is a true highlight! Not overly loud, but such a cool experience!!! The kids will love to wait on the front porch to see the train pass in front of the house each day.
Living room with a comfy sectional sofa, bar area with glassware and bar accessories, and a smart tv.
Charming kitchen fully equipped with everything you need for cooking and baking! Kitchenaid Mixer, crockpot, Vitamix Blender, and more!
Upstairs is the 1st Bedroom: a large room with a water view, a king-sized bed, closet, comfy sitting chair, and a large smart TV.
One of the two King beds- plush and luxurious bedding, TV in each room, sound machine, and a desk for working remotely!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82443.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, New Bern Grand Marina
  • Place, Pepsi Museum
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes

🏡 Downtown Gem | Walk Everywhere | Fire Pit & Bikes

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully restored 1895 home right in the heart of downtown New Bern. Higgins Downtown Depot offers exclusive access to the entire house, not a divided property, with a large fenced backyard, chef’s kitchen, and every amenity you need for a relaxing stay.

Step outside and you’re just steps from restaurants, coffee, shops, and Tryon Palace. Watch the slow-moving train pass by out front (a guest favorite!), roast s’mores around the smokeless fire pit, or relax on the porch with river views.

✨ Highlights

🌟 Prime downtown location – walk to everything
🌟 Beautifully decorated 1895 home with modern comforts
🌟 Fully stocked chef’s kitchen – Ninja Air Fryer, KitchenAid Mixer, Keurig & more
🌟 Smokeless fire pit, cornhole, shaded outdoor seating
🌟 Family-friendly – toys, books, movies, BabyQuip baby-gear rentals
🌟 Two king bedrooms + twin room with trundles
🌟 Fast Wi-Fi, monitor + Bluetooth keyboard for remote work
🌟 Four adult bikes with locks for exploring
🌟 24/7 guest support & keyless entry for a seamless stay

🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms

All three spacious bedrooms are upstairs and feature luxury linens, plush bedding, sound machines, and alarm clocks.

🛌 Bedroom 1: King bed, sitting area, vintage (non-working) fireplace
🛌 Bedroom 2: King bed, desk area, vintage (non-working) fireplace
🛌 Bedroom 3: Two twin beds with twin trundles, dresser & large closet

🛁 Bathrooms:
🚿 Downstairs – Full bath with stand-up shower
🛀 Upstairs – Full bath with clawfoot tub & handheld shower with curtain

🪜 All bedrooms are upstairs via the original staircase

🍳 Chef’s Kitchen & Dining

Cook and gather in the fully equipped kitchen:

🍽️ Ninja Air Fryer & Blender
🍽️ KitchenAid Stand Mixer & Food Processor
🍽️ Crockpot, bakeware, cookware, & spices
☕ Keurig with frother + drip coffee maker
🧂 Starter condiments, paper goods, & trash bags

Enjoy meals around the large dining table, or open the vintage double doors to connect the kitchen, dining, and living spaces.

🛋️ Living Spaces

💻 Study with desk, monitor, Bluetooth keyboard & mouse
🔥 Family room with gas fireplace, Smart TV & dry bar
🖼️ Decor filled with antiques, heirlooms, and historic photos — each room tells a story

🧴 Salon-quality toiletries, plush towels, black makeup towels, laundry pods, and thoughtful starter supplies are provided.

🌳 Outdoor Spaces

🌿 Private fenced backyard with smokeless fire pit
🎯 Cornhole, ring toss, and frisbee games
🚲 Four adult bikes with locks and helmets
🪑 Shaded seating & string lights for cozy evenings
🌅 River views from the porch

Walk to Union Point Park, the Neuse River, and nearby attractions.

👶 Family Friendly

👶 Partnered with BabyQuip, the nation’s #1 baby gear rental company — rent clean, modern equipment delivered right to your door.

💬 Guest Experience

When you stay with A Stay Above The Rest, you get more than a home — you get a team that truly cares.

🔐 Keyless entry with your personal door code
📲 24/7 guest support by call, text, or email
📘 Digital guidebook with our favorite local tips

We’re a family-owned, Texas-based company dedicated to making every stay A Stay Above The Rest.

📋 Important Details

🚂 Train passes slowly in front of the home during daytime hours only — guests love watching it!
🚗 Parking for one car in the driveway and Free street parking
📹 Exterior Ring cameras only (no interior recording)
🚫 No pets – owner has severe allergies and a historic home
🚫 No parties or events (small daytime gatherings are ok)
🚭 No smoking or vaping inside or near entries
🌙 Quiet hours 10 PM – 8 AM
🔥 Please follow local burn bans when using the fire pit

🛡️ Property Damage Protection up to $1,500 is included with every stay for peace of mind.

🌟 Summary

Historic elegance meets modern comfort at Higgins Downtown Depot — a one-of-a-kind stay in the heart of New Bern. Walk everywhere, relax by the fire pit, and enjoy a home that’s as beautiful as it is welcoming.

Guests call it:
💬 “110% satisfaction… one of our favorite stays ever!”

Come see why.
*** There is exterior video surveillance for security purposes. There are NO cameras facing the interior

Main Rules:
- Be mindful of neighbors, but make sure to enjoy your stay!
- NO Pets - Owner has severe allergies
- No smoking inside
- Remove trash and wash/ put away dishes or start dishwasher before your departure
- No Parties
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Bern

Located in New Bern, this apartment is in the city centre. New Bern Civic Theatre and Tryon Palace are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at New Bern Grand Marina and Carolina Colours Golf Club. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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New Bern, NC

What's nearby

  • Tryon Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Union Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 7 min walk
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crema Brew - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pinnix - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Bruin Craft Beer and Wine - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Freshwater Beer - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & Dining | Fire Pit + Bikes located?

Located in New Bern Historic District, this apartment building is steps away from North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace and New Bern Civic Theatre. Pepsi Museum and Christ Church are also within 5 minutes. New Bern Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeremy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, plenty of room for the 5 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in New Bern complete with modern amenities, high end linens and the charm of a home built in 1895. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants with ease and used the bikes to go a bit further. Fire pit in the backyard was a great way to relax in the evening. Watching the train go by directly in front of the home was the main attraction. We will definitely book this home again when we return to New Bern.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tai C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! Just smelled a little closed up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

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

Best VRBO we have visited, loved our trip to New Bern

We loved our stay! The house is cozy, charming, and beautifully furnished — everything felt comfortable and welcoming. The historic character gives it great personality, and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to cook and enjoy meals as a family. The location is ideal: just a short walk to restaurants and close to the heart of a lovely downtown area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Wonderful Fall Get Away

Had a lovely time in New Bern. Great location , can pretty much walk everywhere :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane T., Athens, GA

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

Excellent stay

Great place to stay. Excellent communication with rental agency for any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

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

Higgins Downtown Depot

Great location, within walking distance of all Tryon Palace and downtown main street. Top of the line counter top appliances. Nice fenced in backyard for kids to play in. Management service was extremely responsive to all questions and request. Upon arrival the toaster would not work, they had a new one delivered the next morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burton S.

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

Great location!

10/10 great spot for a vacation. We walked everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., North Carolina

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

Beautiful

Loved this place, probably my favorite VRBO rental yet
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelly h.

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

Great location! Excellent service and property!

It was a beautiful old home restored in a location right in the heart of downtown. Well stocked and easy to find. We loved it and would come stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn J.

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

Wonderful stay

Our family stayed in this lovely historic home and had a wonderful time. The home was spotless and comfortable, and the hosts had thought of everything. For access to beautiful downtown New Bern, there is no better location. This property has our highest recommendation, and the hosts have our deep appreciation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

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

Exceeded all expectations

Full of character, plenty of space, super comfortable beds, lots of excellent attention to details of the guest experience. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

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

Great place

Lovely home! Perfect for gathering and socializing. Lovely backyard with activities for all. Comfortable beds and well kept updated charming house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate T., Rocky Mount, NC

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

Excellent!

Excellent house and excellent folks to work with while there. Great and extremely easy access to downtown New Bern. We'll be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn j.

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

Great property wish there had beem abedroom down stairs, location was great

Love the property house had everything any would need. We your there for my granddaughter wedding only afew minutes from thte Maola at Riverside. And that was also a grest venue
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Charming House

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Property is exactly as advertised with all the necessities and furnishings required to make yourself at home. The house is conveniently located downtown next to historical attractions, restaurants, and nightlife on the same block. The entire block is rocking through the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

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

EXCEPTIONAL

This is probably the best VRBO I stayed in years! Everything is top quality! Excellent. Every detail has been thought of in the place. I would recommend to everyone. There customer service it’s outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

So cute and a ton of fun

The house was awesome. One block away from the Main Street of New Bern. The house was so comfortable. The kitchen was great; stocked with so many utilities (air fryer, ninja blender, etc.). We loved this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great House Near Everything in New Bern

We had a great stay here for a wedding weekend in New Bern. The house was very nicely set up and near everything in downtown New Bern. We had everything we needed and comfortably fit my wife and I as well as my parents with a bedroom to spare. Although we were too busy to take advantage of it, there was a very nice back yard and outdoor seating as well. Would recommend to anyone coming to New Bern!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Quaint and Cozy

The home was perfectly situated right in the heart of historic downtown New Bern by the inlet. The home had everything we needed and then some. The host checked on us periodically and was quick to respond when we had questions. I would definitely recommend this location to anyone and would be delighted to stay again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will and Natalie G.

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

Modernized historic home in downtown New Bern

The perfect place for our stay in New Bern! This historic home has been beautifully modernized and stocked with anything you could possibly need. It's also in the perfect location - just 1-2 blocks away from all the attractions and dining New Bern has to offer. The house was spotless when we arrived, the beds were extremely comfortable, and there were several office spaces in the house for those of us who needed to work remotely. We will absolutely stay here again next time we visit New Bern!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Lovely Stay

We were in town for our granddaughter’s graduation and had a great experience at this lovely home. Everything was as described. This home is furnished well with comfortable beds, cozy and comfy furniture in the den and living room and a huge table in the kitchen with plenty of seats. The back yard is so nice. It’s a short walk to/ from many stores and restaurants. The check in/ out process was easy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

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

Awesome house!

The house was extremely well appointed in period pieces. The kitchen was beautiful and perfect. There was nothing missing! Loved the train running out front (out once and not late). We enjoyed the bikes as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

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

Higgins Downtown Depot -

My friends and I stayed here for a Girl's weekend. It was extremely clean and has THE most well equipped kitchen you can imagine! All the rooms were beautiful decorated and comfortable. We walked everywhere. This location is a short walk to lots of fun in and around downtown New Bern. Only saw the train once but it was awesome! The property contacts were extremely responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia P.

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

Great location

House was as advertised and in good condition. Check in and check out were easy. It is really fun to learn about the history of the home. It has been renovated nicely. Be sure to make note of the bathroom situation when booking, however. There are 2 bathrooms in the home- one downstairs in the hall with a shower and one upstairs near all the bedrooms in the hall but with only a clawfoot bathtub. Otherwise, great location and everything went great. Will be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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