Soak up the centuries-old history of beautiful Beaufort with a visit to the Beaufort Historic Site. Renowned as the third oldest town in North Carolina, there’s a lot of history to explore in this quiet Southern Outer Banks community, and visitors can dive right in by touring a collection of 10 historic homes and structures that are located within the downtown region.
The Welcome Center is a good place to start, and is the launching point for a number of on-site and regional tours that uncover some of the stories that surround this formerly bustling coastal port. From here, visitors can stroll to a number of uniquely different structures which include the 1732 Russell House, (the oldest in the group and the current home of the Mattie King Art Gallery), the 1778 Leffers Cottage which is stuffed with Colonial artifacts, the 1796 Carteret County Courthouse, and the “Old Jail,” which was built around 1829.
With a host of other eye-catching sites, including an Apothecary Shop and Doctor's Office, an authentic herb garden, and a striking number of original residences, visitors will be steeped in history without ever leaving the downtown streets.
Fun for everyday visitors and history buffs alike, the Beaufort Historic Site is a must-stop during any community exploration.
New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.
Beaufort NC is distinctive in that the cool waterfront town can appeal to visitors of all tastes, styles, and ages, and this is especially evident when it comes to the region’s youngest visitors. From wild pirate-themed tours and cruises to afternoon ice cream trips, there are plenty of activities for the young and the young-at-heart to discover. Check out these essential activities for kids on your next Beaufort vacation, and get busy creating fun and amazing memories that will linger well after your Crystal Coast stay is over.
♥ Your own Totally Furnished Private Apartment, newly refreshed, in downtown New Bern♥ 1.5 mile to Carolinas East Hospital. Drive, Bicycle, or even walk if it's not too hot!♥ IF you are booking direct, PLEASE READ. We no longer do security deposits. What we do is we charge a $50/month "management fee" which we use to buy a damage protection policy. Additionally, to reserve the unit, we require a 25% of first months rent deposit upon confirmation. The additional 75% is due the day you arrive.
- New Bern
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2