River Island Guest House

01/22/2025

We have snow!! 🥰

01/01/2025

Many reasons why we absolutely love it here!

This endearing North Carolina town is full of bear-themed decorations, as well as a multitude of delightful dining and shopping options.

12/16/2024

We get a little festive around this time of year. 🎅🎄🥰

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12/09/2024

Good Morning, New Bern! Beautiful purple hues this morning.
Guest House on the left. Picture taken from the Main House porch.

10/21/2024

Exactly what the space needed! Thank you so much Kaycee. You did an amazing job! I absolutely love it. 🥰
And thank you to my honey, Matt, for hanging it how I wanted it even though it may go completely against his logical brain. 🤣

10/10/2024

Perfect night for a roaring fire! 🔥😱

09/19/2024

Blinding sunset, but oh so beautiful. Book your stay and enjoy the view.

09/03/2024

Another 5 star testimonial. Looking for the perfect getaway? Well, what are you waiting for?

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08/18/2024

Surrounded by art.

There is evidence of New Bern's thriving art community everywhere you look.

08/09/2024

Why should you visit New Bern, NC you ask? Because numerous books by several authors are set in this amazing town! 🥰 Clearly, there's something special going on here.

Everything about New Bern, from its scenic setting on the Trent and Neuse Rivers to its centuries-old churches and historic downtown, make it the perfect backdrop for a Southern romance. Here are the best things to do in the town where Nicholas Sparks's "The Notebook" is set.

07/23/2024

Is there any surprise we made the list?

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9 of the Most Walkable Towns in the Southern United States When most people think about visiting the Southern region of the United States, they dream of cornbread, sweet tea, and hospitality. They aren't usually imagining long car rides or crowded buses. Many people consider walkability a factor whe...

06/19/2024

Is there anything more satisfying than knowing your guests enjoyed their stay so much that they've shared their photos with friends and family?

Thank you so much for sending this beautiful picture and letting us know how much you enjoyed our home. It was a pleasure hosting you all. We hope to see you again soon!

Photo Credit: Diane Compton.

06/07/2024

Beautiful clouds over the Guest House on the right and Main House on the left.

05/30/2024

With sunsets like this, why go anywhere else? 😎

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01/07/2024

Perfect spot to read a good book as the sun rises.