New Bern - Beach Property For Sale #5561606

TWO HISTORIC HOMES!

WOW! A stunning Colonial Revival home and a separate guest cottage located in the picturesque heart of Historic Downtown with water views in a unique setting of old world charm and contemporary living. Features include 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths with great spaces to relax and entertain. The large, inviting covered front porch welcomes you into a gorgeous center hall with polished 11-foot beadboard ceilings, adding warmth and elegance to the space. Exquisite, 5-layer crown molding and wainscotting adorn the entrance hall and all the major rooms of the original historic portion of the home. Beautiful wood floors, Farrow & Ball paint colors, and elegant lighting fixtures are featured throughout. Enjoy a book or write one in the extraordinary library, complete with custom-built bookcases, an antique ladder system, coffered ceilings, and elegant leaded windows.

The sunny, 21st-century addition at the rear of the home includes a large kitchen and modern family room that leads out the back to a large screen porch. Enjoy the gardens or head out to the generous brick courtyard, ideal for alfresco dining. The kitchen offers plenty of storage and space for preparing gourmet meals while entertaining your guests and it leads back to the original dining room through a large and elegant butler's pantry.

Across the courtyard sits the Coor-Bishop Dependency, a separate 1250 sq. ft. home built in 1810, that offers endless possibilities for rental income, guest accommodations, or an art studio. This beloved guest home features two king-sized bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, 1.5 baths, a full kitchen and screen porch. Offered furnishede relax with neighbors and a glass of wine on the front porch while watching the sailboats pass by. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of history with unmatched charm, value, and potential within a short walking distance to downtown New Bern's restaurants, pubs, shops, & galleries