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River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!
Riverside condo with fitness centre and sauna
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

New Bern, NC
- Place, Northwest Creek Marina6 min walk
- Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center23 min drive
- Place, New Bern Grand Marina24 min drive
- Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
River Retreat Condo: serenity with great view of Neuse River!
Fairfield Harbour condo that overlooks the Neuse River and has easy access to Historic New Bern. Experience a wide array of attractions such as our colonial history and North Carolina's first capital at Tryon Palace; the birthplace of Pepsi Cola; Civil War Battlefields; museums; eclectic downtown New Bern shops and many savory restaurants. Fairfield Harbour is close enough to be convenient, but quiet enough to be restful.
The condo has a well stocked kitchen with everything you need for a quick snack or elaborate dinner. Two bedrooms and two baths are separated and offer lots of privacy, making this an ideal location for families or couples traveling together. Master bath has walk in shower, second bathroom has deep full size tub. The Roku television with a sound bar (don't forget your personal streaming passwords for services such as Netflix, Hulu, etc) and a voice activated Amazon Echo (Alexa) for all the news, sports, music, recipes, and anything else you ask. Walkable to the marina and kayak rental. Access to the community recreation is center included with your stay, including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, mini golf, basketball courts and more. Check the current listings in the rec center for water aerobics, yoga classes, ice cream socials and other family activities.
The condo has a well stocked kitchen with everything you need for a quick snack or elaborate dinner. Two bedrooms and two baths are separated and offer lots of privacy, making this an ideal location for families or couples traveling together. Master bath has walk in shower, second bathroom has deep full size tub. The Roku television with a sound bar (don't forget your personal streaming passwords for services such as Netflix, Hulu, etc) and a voice activated Amazon Echo (Alexa) for all the news, sports, music, recipes, and anything else you ask. Walkable to the marina and kayak rental. Access to the community recreation is center included with your stay, including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, mini golf, basketball courts and more. Check the current listings in the rec center for water aerobics, yoga classes, ice cream socials and other family activities.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note no climbing on balconies.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please inform host if traveling with a pet.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
New Bern
Located in New Bern, this condo is next to a golf course and on a river. Greater Good Art Gallery and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include New Bern Civic Theatre and B'nai Sholem Temple. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Bern, NC
What's nearby
- Northwest Creek Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 23 min drive - 21.1 km
- Union Point Park - 23 min drive - 21.1 km
- Pepsi Museum - 23 min drive - 21.7 km
- New Bern Grand Marina - 24 min drive - 21.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 30 min drive
- Sara’s Pizza - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 29 min drive
- Dunkin' - 26 min drive
- Taco Bell - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
4 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NC getaway
Laura C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
ERIC P.
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ERIC P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Shannon W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori W.
7 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Lori W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
april s.
23 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
april s.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris G.
17 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well stocked and great amenities! Superb host!!
Chris G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
David V.
26 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property and Experiance
David V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
John F., Greensboro
12 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week at the Harbour
John F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brannon H.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect match for our needs
Brannon H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
PENNY S.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful condo
PENNY S.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
MHB
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best! Treat Yourself!
MHB
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne H.
15 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful condo wonderful location. Perfect.
Adrienne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin B.
16 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim P.
24 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Slice of Heaven
Kim P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
denise l.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks!
denise l.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve A.
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lauren W.
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pam G.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Water view
Pam G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
PENNY S.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo!
PENNY S.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marlene Z.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy place
Marlene Z.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dawn Vaeth
Currently living full time in NY, hoping to retire to NC where we'll be able to sail, kayak, hike, etc more than five months a year. NY winters are long. We love our visits to the condo and looking forward to more opportunity there.
Languages:
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