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The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 267.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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New Bern, NC
  • Pepsi Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • New Bern Grand Marina
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage

This private historic cottage (c. 1850) is located in the heart of historic downtown New Bern and steps away from shopping, dining, and the waterfront. The cottage was originally a law office and sits on the property of the historic Coor-Cook residence (c. 1790), listed on the New Bern Architectural Walking Tour.

Guests have access to the entire cottage- one bedroom with queen-size bed. Full bathroom. Eat-in kitchen. Separate living room. WiFi. Onsite parking for 1 vehicle.

PLEASE NOTE PRIOR TO BOOKING:

-2 person max per reservation- please do not check-in with more than 2 individuals.

-No children under the age of 12 permitted either on the reservation or as guests due to historic preservation and safety concerns (no railings, gas stove, etc).

-The cottage is limited to those individuals listed on the booking reservation only. No guests/events/parties.

-No pets of any kind- this includes “emotional support animals” and small non-shedding breeds. Trained service animals permitted.

-While there is no cable, the wi-fi allows streaming. The cottage has a Netflix account, and guests may feel free to log into their own streaming services at their discretion.

-The cottage is not wheelchair accessible. There are four brick steps outside the front door and no handrail (see photo of front door). Bathroom is also not wheelchair accessible due to size.

-Smoking and vaping is not permitted on the property, inside or outside.

-There is a functioning train track along Hancock Street. The train comes by (very slowly) most days. It also comes by some nights. Trains are not permitted to blow their horn in the residential historic district.

-The cottage sits next to our personal family residence. We have two friendly, outdoor cats that roam the property.

-The kitchen is stocked with coffee, tea, olive oil and common spices. Otherwise, we do not supply baking/cooking ingredients to avoid responsibility for items expiring/spoiling. The kitchen has cookware/bakeware and you are welcome to bring your own items for cooking. Aldi, Publix, Food Lion, Piggly Wiggly, and Harris Teeter are local grocery options.

The cancellation policy is enforced. Please carefully read the cancellation policy prior to booking.

Property manager

Jessica Conard
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

New Bern

Located in New Bern, this holiday home is on the waterfront. New Bern Grand Marina and Carolina Colours Golf Club 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 Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park.
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New Bern, NC

What's nearby

  • Tryon Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pepsi Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Union Point Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • New Bern Station - 15 min walk
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Famous Subs & Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewery 99 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeard's Triple Play Restaurant and Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage on Hancock - entire historic cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of New Bern Firemen's Museum and B'nai Sholem Temple. New Bern Civic Theatre and Tryon Palace are also within 10 minutes. New Bern Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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. 72 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great location

Our second stay here. Great location, roomy, clean. Host was very accommodating to our late arrival. Very appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean H.

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

Incredible spot

This cottage is awesome. The property owners were on site if we needed anything. Their communication was perfect. Everything was absolutely perfect and we found all just as described. The location is in the historic district and you can walk to shops, historic sites, the waterfront and many choices for nearby restaurants. We highly recommend this unique spot to stay while visiting New Bern. We will definitely book this spot on our next trip here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

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

30th anniversary

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and the cottage was wonderful. The only thing that could be improved is the mattress. We will be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

New Bern.November.24

The cottage was neat, clean and supplied with everything we needed for a comfortable 2 day stay in New Bern. We could walk to everything we wanted to do...tours, restaurants and water walk. Jessica, the owner, was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Such a cute house

Perfect home for my husband and I for a short trip to see my sister.. loved walking around the Neiborhood and seeing all the beautiful historic homes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Great weekend getaway

Really beautiful property in a great location. We never needed our car as we were able to walk to all the shops, restaurants and waterfront. The cottage was clean and well appointed with anything you need for a comfortable stay. It was also very quiet at night which made for a great night’s sleep. Communication with Jessica was great. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty S.

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

Nice Little Cottage

Cool historic neighborhood and the little cottage on Hancock fits right in with an antique flair and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Comfy cottage great location

The house has a great story and location (walking distance to downtown). The house is adorable and the host has included plenty of nice touches to make it feel like a home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen J.

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

Lovely space

This was a lovely, comfortable place to stay in New Bern. Convenient location with a short walk down to Middle Street for dining and shopping. Appreciated the thorough details provided by the host.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin Tupper J.

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

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Want to come back for a few days in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Wonderful historic cottage

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable and cozy historic cottage. The cottage was clean and as advertised. The location was great, as we could easily walk to shops and dining in the downtown area. We’ll definitely stay here again on our next trip to New Bern!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Wonderful historic cottage

Perfect location to explore New Bern and surrounding areas - the cottage had everything you need for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timmy V.

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

Rotary Conference

If you're a Rotarian, you're in luck! Matt and his family are wonderful hosts! We are Rotary!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne G.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Adorable property in a great location in New Bern. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, etc. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna Y.

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

A Wonderful Visit

This Cottage is very special. I hope we can return again. My husband and I had a great weekend. It was peaceful and quiet. Very relaxing. The weather was so nice, and we walked to most places enjoying the spring flowers and the history of New Bern.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Great Place to Stay in New Bern

This was a weekend getaway for us and the place was just what we were hoping for. It was very clean, very convenient to local restaurants and places of interest. Jessica, our host, checked in on us several times but everything we needed she had already provided. We would recommend this property and we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Little getaway

Cottage close to town and river walk . Perfect for 2 people. Enjoy seeing/hearing train a few times a day right out front. Owner right next door if need anything at all. Washer dryer nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn J., Statesville, NC

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

We would stay again!

This property was just what we needed for a stay in downtown New Bern. We really liked the kitchen and the bed was comfortable. The property was clean. We would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Ideal

Accessibility to all activities. Relaxing and fun weekend. Take the trolley tour to learn so much about this 300+yr old town. Very historic! Our cottage was delightful in all ways- just as described and photographed. Even the train coming thru town is so charming and unusual. We’ve discovered New Bern and will be frequenting this sweet town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

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

Great location

We were staying overnight in New Bern on our way further south. The cottage was perfect for what we wanted. Right in town 5min walk to main center. Cottage has everything you will need (including a kitchen). Jessica was an excellent host, sent detailed instructions and even when we arrived a little earlier than the entry time she was very accommodating. Whether you are looking for a short or long term stay the cottage is perfect for 2 If we are back in the area we will rent again without hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

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

Fine stay

The property was as advertised. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

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

Great stay

Host was great. Location great. Best VRBO!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Excellent Location

Beautiful historic cottage within walking distance of all points of interest. Host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great place to stay

The cottage was very quaint, comfortable and convenient. We stayed for 4 days and just parked the car. Everything was within waking distance. We had the opportunity to meet Jessica and enjoyed talking to her and getting her recommendations for places to eat, etc. Will definitely book here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmel L.

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

Delightful!

As always, we love staying at The Cottage. The location cannot be beat. You can walk anywhere. In the five days we NEVER had to use our car. The hosts are the best and make you feel part of their friend/relative circle. They care about their tenants and their property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jessica Conard

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Many guests are considering a relocation to our beautiful city. Jessica is a licensed NC real estate agent (Lic# 338091) with North Group Real Estate and is happy to answer any questions you may have!

What makes this property unique

Walk to shops, restaurants, and the riverfront!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests