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LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD

The Wacky Turtle is an updated, charming two story townhouse with it's own dock on a lovely canal. Bring your fishing rod! Tie up your skiff or small fishing boat on your own dock. This charming home is in a "Norman Rockwell" like community which is safe for jogging, walking, and enjoying the outdoors. If you like to golf you are a stone's throw from the community golf course with a restaurant & open to the public. Enjoy your morning coffee and the gorgeous view from the 2nd story balcony or from the deck off of the lanai or your personal dock on the water. Why is it named the Wacky Turtle? The turtles like to visit the dock area. Eat outdoors on the deck complete with a gas grill. Enjoy the view or have dinner in the Carolina Room (Lanai), with all windows over looking the canal on the first floor. The master suite has a full bathroom. The 2nd bedroom has an attached sitting room with a daybed/trundle. This is the room that can be used as a 3rd bedroom, separated by toile drapes. This bedroom has a balcony overlooking the canal. It also has a smart TV. WiFi is provided throughout as well as 2 designated parking spaces convenient to the front entrance. Quaint & artsy downtown New Bern on the water is a short drive. Paddle over to the marina close by with a restaurant & bar. You may rent this townhouse by the night (minimum of 3 nights), by the week, or by the (discounted) month. Golf & restaurants are a stone throw away. Karaoke at Attitude's Pub on Friday nights or "Shag" to beach music on Sunday's. Work crews are not permitted.

Property manager

Connie Sue Beddow

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: This Townhouse is CLEAN!

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
New Bern, NC

What's nearby

  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 12 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Union Point Park - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Tryon Palace - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 14 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 13 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Attitudes Pub & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD located?

Located in the heart of New Bern, this golf vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Goshen Medical Center New Bern and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tryon Palace and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace. New Bern Civic Theatre and Pepsi Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Beautiful stay!!

Easy check in, great communication, clean, just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sagonto

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

Beautiful and quiet location, great accommodations

Made some great memories during our stay. Great communication with host. 5 stars!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

The Perfect Place

This property is very well appointed with everything you need. It is extremely clean. The neighborhood is great for taking walks. The sun porch is a perfect spot for reading including a big thick blanket for the cool days!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Visiting family

We were visiting family in Riverbend so it was very convenient for us since they were only 2 minutes away. Spacious, comfortable and clean. It was very cold so we did not get to take advantage of the enclosed porch. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke T.

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

The perfect spot!

Connie has the spot for your “home away from home”! Well furnished and equipped place that’s just close enough to all the charm of downtown New Bern, and just far away enough for the peaceful tranquility of a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire G., Saginaw, michigan

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

Cozy luxury on the water

The pictures didnt do this place justice. Everything from the location to the amenities, community and Everything in between, this place was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda T., Ridge

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

Great place for a getaway!

Husband and I came down from Long Island to visit parents. Perfect location and close by. Townhouse was immaculate and I loved that I could have my cup of coffee or glass of wine right on the canal! Downtown close by, shopping and hiking trails! Connie was fantastic and responsive in a timely manner. Will definitely be staying here again for my next family visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

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

Loved It!

Beautiful place to getaway and exhale. Very peaceful. The pictures do not do the place justice. I would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

Lots of Room...

Everything was very nice. Our only complaint was no hand soap in the bathrooms. No paper towels in kitchen. No p a bathrbathroomsh. No paowe toww l s
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Perfect quiet getaway!!

My family and I just wanted a little getaway. We wanted to surprise my mama because, she loves to look at water of any kind! This property is beautifully decorated. Great location for a peaceful weekend. We will definitely come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

Beautiful and Comfortable!

Amazing home, it was cold so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoors much but got to use the indoors a lot. Close to many towns and easy to navigate... We will be back as my niece and nephew are moving to NC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline D., Norwood, NC

Felt just like home!

My fiancé and I had the best time in New Bern! Connie's home was the perfect place to stay! Talk about clean... the property looks barely used! It was so cozy and we caught up on some much needed sleep! We will be back! 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

RandyLynn B., Pullman, WA

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

The Wacky Turtle

Connie Sue, Thank you so much for a lovely stay. We wanted for nothing, you thought of everything except I was surprised to discover that there was no stove in the kitchen. I don’t use microwaves but I made it work. We will probably request to stay there again in a few months.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

David W., Simpsonville

A Hidden Gem with Beautiful Views at an Affordable Cost!!!

We were needing to find a place to stay to attend our Nephew's wedding in New Bern. "The Wacky Turtle" was the perfect find for the family to enjoy the weekend and we absolutely enjoyed the beautiful views. This place was so relaxing and is very well maintained along with modern interior decor. Even though it was rainy for most of the day on Saturday, we were able to utilize the sun room area to still enjoy the outside views while keeping ourselves dry from the weather. It was a great location with just a short drive from the downtown New Bern area and we cannot wait to be able to come back again. Connie was very accommodating and was a pleasure to work with during our stay. We have added this one to the top of our list as one of our favorite places to stay and hopefully can enjoy a longer stay next time with some nicer weather. It was a very relaxing weekend for all and you will not regret booking this place for your stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene D.

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

Loved the water & deck

Found property to be to my expectations except the stairs. I am a senior and knew that there were stairs but each step is close to 11 inches high and I could only use them with the help of cane to propel myself to the next step. Everything else was great.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARY and Richard C., Alexandria, VA

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

Great stay at River Bend!

Lovely townhouse with everything you could want or need. Very clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the deck overlooking the canal. Owner was welcoming and easy to deal with. New Bern is a cute town. Walked up to the nearby River Brew Coffee House for delicious coffee every morning. Overall great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Warren W., Columbia, Maryland USA

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

River Bend near New Bern

Had a wonderful stay here in River Bend, just outside of New Bern. The unit was clean, quiet, attractive and very comfortable for our visit! Next time, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Comfortable River Bend Townhouse

Attractive, nicely furnished, and very clean. Comfortable mattress and living room furniture. Well- equipped kitchen, nice linens for beds and baths. Great porch and deck!

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Lovely rental!!!!

Very comfortable for a weekend away for a wedding! Exactly as described and no complaints!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Just plain nice!

Such a great location and quality of furnishings, cutlery, dishes, sheets, towels and toiletries. Good updated kitchen, baths and flooring. Pleasant sunroom complete with a lift chair (which I found to be a thoughtful and generous amenity!) Fireplace with timered lights, fantastic area rug and large flat screen television made a comfortable evening chat space. Large gathering table, comfortable beds. One of my favorite rentals so far, and we have been renting a long time. If you are a baker, there is no oven, but the other appliances are top notch and counter prep space is adequate. Beautiful view from back of home and master bedroom. Owner supplies a bike, kayak, paddle board, deck and dock. Good price and owner is very personable and hands on. This home is clean, comfortable and just plain nice! Recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Best VRBO stay yet

We absolutely loved the location and layout of this place. It was a beautiful place to stay for our wedding anniversary. I loved sitting outside in the morning with coffee and reading. The neighborhood was quiet, the design and decoration of the place was beautiful and everything worked well. The furniture and beds were comfortable too. We would stay again!

10/10 Excellent

beth l., St Paul, Mn

Better than Expected!

I have stayed at many vrbo's over the years - and this one by far was the nicest one I rented/stayed! All the little things that made it special but the décor and hominess of this waterfront townhome is what made it special for my stay. Loved the deck/dock/river view! Was the main reason we rented it and it did not disappoint. We used the gas grill for dinner and all the kitchen appliances for breakfast and lunches. Beds were comfy and towels soft. Super close to New Bern so we explored the town one day and drove to the coast the next. Nice neighbors too as I took my morning walk. Would highly rec renting Connie's Wacky Turtle! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Nice condo. Very peaceful setting

Very pleased with condo. Quiet area. Relaxing outdoor waterfront. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Nice condo

Very nice and comfortable just what we wanted as we looked around the area for our retirement home Karen
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017