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Thomas McLin House, with on street parking.

Main Entrance, Historic Point of Interest

Original Fireplace & Mantel from 1822, with gas logs.

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Washer

Explore the area

New Bern, NC

Pepsi Museum9 min walk
New Bern Grand Marina15 min walk
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center17 min walk
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)8 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

My wife and I stayed for three nights in mid-March. Comms was good with hosts. Only complaint is the front door handle ...

Edward P.

Mar 31, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Down stairs just off the mud room.

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Historic Thomas McLin House Downtown, 2 blocks from Tryon Palace

The Thomas McLin House.

A prominent local Coppersmith and merchant built this home for his daughter in 1822. While visiting New Bern stay in this historic 2 story federal style Apartment.

During the Great Fire of New Bern in 1922 the roof burnt, however the home was luckily able to be repaired and expanded in the federal style as two townhouse style apartments, as it remains today. The heart pine wood flooring outlines the original 1822 floor plan, while the 1922 upstairs addition constructed after the devastating great fire has southern yellow pine wood flooring. The original 1822 fireplace mantel remains, and the antique light fixtures make you feel as though you’ve been transported back in time.

You will be located within a short walk to many amentities such as shopping, restrauants, museums, and marinas. We are located 2 blocks from the historic Tryon Palace main gate and a couple more blocks from the NC History Museum. Whether you are touring the historical streets and sites of one of North Carolina’s colonial capitals or enjoying the neighborhood coffee shop, hunting for treasures at one of the many antique shops, taking a day trip to the beach, exploring coastal Carolina, or enjoying the micro-brewery a few blocks away, this is a convenient and great location to call home while you are visiting.

Welcome.

* Security cameras monitor both the front and back exterior entrances. *

Property manager

Jen & Ben

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Be respectful of the home, and the belongings provided for you.

Be respectful of neighbors and neighborhood.

Trash goes out to street every Sunday for Monday morning pick up.

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

Cashless transactions are available

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

About the area

New Bern

Located in New Bern, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Tryon Palace and New Bern Firemen's Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at New Bern Grand Marina and Northwest Creek Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Bern, NC

What's nearby

Tryon Palace - 4 min walk
Pepsi Museum - 9 min walk
Union Point Park - 15 min walk
New Bern Grand Marina - 15 min walk
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 17 min walk

Getting around

New Bern Station - 16 min walk
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Famous Subs & Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Poppy's Bites & Barrels - ‬13 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Brewery 99 - ‬9 min walk
‪The Chelsea - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Thomas McLin House Downtown, 2 blocks from Tryon Palace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Thomas McLin House Downtown, 2 blocks from Tryon Palace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Thomas McLin House Downtown, 2 blocks from Tryon Palace?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Thomas McLin House Downtown, 2 blocks from Tryon Palace located?

Located in the heart of New Bern, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Tryon Palace, New Bern Firemen's Museum and B'nai Sholem Temple. New Bern Civic Theatre and Pepsi Museum are also within 10 minutes. New Bern Station is 16 minutes by foot.

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Art C.

9 June 2024

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

Art C.

Great place and location to stay. Hosts were great.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

9 June 2024

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

Visiting family in New Bern

We went to New Bern to visit (and meet) our newest grandchild! My daughter and her family live in the marina, so we needed a nice, close place to sit and visit. The house was lovely. Very spacious and so pleasant. The bedrooms are especially nice. It was a nice touch to have some puzzles for the 5 year old to play with. We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Benny J.

5 May 2024

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

Nice and peaceful

Overall stay was good, the property was as described. The location was great for walking and the neighbors were friendly. The only negative is the house had only one television and it was downstairs. Would have been nice to have televisions in the bedrooms.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

vicki

27 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Property was lovely and in very good condition considering age of home…. Great for a family. Enjoyed our stay very much… close too everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The location was perfect and easy to walk downtown to explore. The house had a lot of space and was great for a lomg weekend. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark C.

19 Apr 2024

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

Anniversary Tri

Everything was great except the stairs. At our age it becomes difficult. Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

18 Apr 2024

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

Nice Listing and Location

It's a nice location. The home is older, is well maintained, and has been lightly redecorated and remodeled. There are stairs to the second floor. The place was clean and comfortable with a full kitchen, Keurig coffee service and washer/dryer. They keep a folder of handy information like I've seen in many rentals. Their living room couch is micro fiber, which came in handy because I spilled a little wine cooler on a cushion and it cleaned up and was dry in seconds. Cleaning up to leave was pretty easy. We stripped the beds and left them next to the washer, did the dishes, wiped stuff down and took out the trash. All the normal courtesies - took about 20 minutes. The downtown New Bern area is super! There's good walking and some fun stuff to see and do. It was a pleasant stay, thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

17 Apr 2024

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

Great weekend getaway

I was in the area for a conference and my husband decided to come along. It was great being within walking distance to the beautiful downtown area! Bed was super comfy!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

17 Apr 2024

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

Mother Daughter Time

We had such a nice stay. The location was perfect. This was a last minute trip and Jennifer was so kind to help me make a reservation after the deadline and offered recommendations for both casual and fine dining. The home was lovely.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

1 Apr 2024

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

Maiden Voyage

The property is well maintained and convenient. Being from northern New England we are not used to not being able to open the windows for fresh air, yet we understand why it's done. The house is well equipped in the kitchen and very comfortable. We will consider it again in the future. Thanks for everything. Paul.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edward P.

31 Mar 2024

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

Scottish visitors to New Bern March 2024

My wife and I stayed for three nights in mid-March. Comms was good with hosts. Only complaint is the front door handle was broken. Hosts advised me day before we arrived. Not ideal but they fixed it the next day…our only complaint. Location is good for Palace, river and historical walk. Left of property is graveyard. Would advise not going further left. All else is excellent. 10-15 mins stroll to downtown, which is really good. Loads of bars/eateries. River front is lovely. Nice for walks, clean and safe. Historical houses around property & downtown are fascinating. Lovely just strolling around. Property has everything you need. Lots of space. Nice touch with coffee pods. All in all a v good time. Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

21 Jan 2024

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

New Bern Trip

We were scouting out area as a possible retirement area. The house was great and we loved the town.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary Ellen C.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Smelly and uncomfortable furniture

Attempt to cover old house smell with strong cinnamon scent made breathing hard and house inhabitable for a second night. I am mildly asthmatic and both of us were bothered with smell. Bedroom windows covered with installed interior sheets of glass so ventilation impossible. This may be illegal as escape from second floor seriously impeeded in case of emergency. Couch (sink to back) and bed (sink to center) very uncomfortable... no support. Outlet in kitchen overloaded with power strip ... trips fuse when using coffee machine and microwave used at same time. We erred in not contacting Air B&B customer service. They would have covered 2nd night stay in a hotel and getting our money back from the owners. We contacted owners requesting a refund and received refund of about 1/3 of cost of 2nd night we did not use. Not recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

28 Dec 2023

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

Mclin House

Homey and comfortable. Truly walking distance to shops and sight seeing.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

17 Dec 2023

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

Beary Merry Christmas Time

It was wonderful!!! Beautiful accommodations, cozy and comfortable. Convenient to everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

10 Dec 2023

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

Candlelight Tour

Second year!! Wonderful location and excellent communication with hosts!! We definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

james p.

4 Dec 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Review

decent place to stay, not upscale at all, but if you need a place to crash while your spending all your time elsewhere, its pretty good. Checkin Process smooth with good communication. But overpriced IMO due to VRBO fees, cleaning fees, and location and overall property.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

3 Dec 2023

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

Location Location Location

Clean, historic home in a great location. In sight of Tryon Palace and very walkable to downtown with restaurants and shopping.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

26 Nov 2023

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

Weekend in New Bern

The location was perfect and so was the house. Our kids loved the bunk bed room and the wonderful selection of books and games. We were steps away from Tryon Palace and tons of local spots. We hope to come back and visit, soon. Thanks, Jen and Ben! :)

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris g., South Hampton, N.H.

31 Oct 2023

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

Halloween weekend fun

Very comfortable home for a fun weekend of exploring the town which was deck out for fall and Halloween! Great sights and much to do and see. Our host were very hospitable and accommodating! Thank you Chris Cheryl and Gordie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xzavier B.

21 Oct 2023

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

Awesome

Speechless

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

16 Oct 2023

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

Very pleasant

The house, the property and community was very pleasant and peaceful

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L., Naalehu

26 Sept 2023

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

Lovely Historical Home

A beautiful and comfortable home that takes you back in time and gives you convince of location.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gayle F., Clinton, MS 39056

25 Aug 2023

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

Experiencing History

Staying in this rental was like experiencing living in a long past time. The apartment was as advertised. All our needs were met. The one drawback was we were never able to get on Wi-Fi despite two unsuccessful attempts to contact the owners. The highlight of our three-night stay was the 90-minute trolley tour, which we highly recommend. New Bern is a quaint town, and staying at the McLin House enhanced our visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jen & Ben

Hi! We invite you to stay in historic downtown New Bern! We are residents of this great town and will help you as much or as little as needed during your stay!

Why they chose this property

This house is a historic point of interest while providing comfortable accommodations during your stay in downtown New Bern, NC.

What makes this property unique

This historic home is centrally located in historic downtown New Bern. There are many amenities and interesting places / sites within walking distance.