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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, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Sleeping Porch

2 Single 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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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

Property # 245297vb
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
Note from host: This property is not available for events/ parties
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

About the area

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. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Arapahoe, NC

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Big Rock Stadium - 63 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Seafarer Mess Hall - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Landing - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Gary's Oyster Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Point Officers Club - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Grill - ‬9 min walk

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.

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

On-site 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.?

Checkout 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 miles (20 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. 89 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2022
Susie and her family treated my cottage with love and care. I enjoyed meeting Susie and Chuck. They were the finest guests that a host could have. I will welcome them back anytime.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2022
Thank you Sheila. I hope that you will return to Minnesott Beach again one day. It's so nice to have another descendant of the Minnesott Families in our midst. You were wonderful guests!! Terry
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2024
How fortunate to have such enthusiastic guests. Thank you Sheila for recognizing the unique attributes of this historic cottage........and for returning to Journey's End Cottage again. You are always welcome !!!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2024
How lucky am I to have such appreciative and enthusiastic guests. Please come back Lisa. I love hearing the stories of your adventures on the Neuse and surrounding areas.😎
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Laura you and your family make this special place realize it's purpose and potential. Thank you for your generous words and for allowing me to host you on the Neuse River. Please do come back.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Heartwarming review from you at a time of loss. Please do return and enjoy the seasonal views of the river and your local family. This place goes back to all local roots and history of our families. Thank you K.
Archival

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Picturing your three little boys swimming off the dock, catching blue crabs and swimming with the dolphins is a nice thought. It sounds like you made the most of your time at Journeys End Cottage. Thank you for choosing to vacation at Minnesott Beach, NC. Please do come back!!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
It delights me to read your words, and to know that you return each year for another peaceful time in the Neuse River. Thank you!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Thank you for appreciating this spot on the Neuse River Maureen. I do hope that you will return again someday. Terry
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2024
I was so happy to know that you found a retreat for relaxing and reflecting. Please return again one day.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2022
Mary having you and your sister at Journey’s End for the week was a pleasure. Please find your way back sometime. It’s great to have guests who appreciate the charm of this retreat on the Neuse River.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2022
Alyson, I hope to see you and your friends again and again. Thank you for kind words and great feedback. Terry
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2023
I am so happy to read your description of this seasoned cottage, its charm and that you embrace it's character and the view of the river and its gifts. Please do come back again.
Archival

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!!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Nothing like getting all your friends in one place for a week or weekend of great food and catching up. It was perfect having this group at my favorite spot for three whole days. Thanks for sharing how you feel when you come to Journey's End Cottage. I think it would appeal to any group needing to reunite, retreat and relax.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Sarah..... having you and your family at my cottage was all my pleasure. Thank you for being such great guest and I'm looking forward to hosting you again in the future. Many thanks to you and your family. Terry
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your keen accounting of the wildlife that you enjoyed seeing and photographing during your stay on the Neuse River. You have a true appreciation for this cottage and all of it's surroundings. Thank you for taking in all of it's offerings.
Verified

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John & Chris C.

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!).
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
What a great way to describe Journey's End Cottage and the sights on the river. It's so nice when guests get it and you do! Please plan to return soon.

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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