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James City vacation rentals start at G$14,644 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties feature pools

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of James City vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
James City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Lil' Dock/Riverfront apt./Sunday checkout 5pm
Lil’ Dock is a beautiful waterfront apartment over the garage with a private entry and deck overlooking the Neuse River. Relax on the back deck with a glass of wine while watching the sunset view of the New Bern skyline. It’s just a five-minute drive to historic downtown New Bern where you will find great restaurants and plenty of unique local shops. This property has only one designated parking spot and cannot accommodate trailers. Due to allergies, no pets. Check-out: 5:00pm on Sundays only.

Escape to Paradise on the Pamlico River-
Southern coastal living at it's best! A true escape from society's demands directly on the Intracoastal waterway. Cozy & Private 1 bedroom 1 bath carriage house located on 15 acres between the Pamlico Sound and Goose Creek State Park. Enjoy the panoramic views from your private balcony. Access to the waterfront and boat dock. There is a small boat launch for your small boats, jet skis, kayaks and paddleboards next to the pier. Shared use of the screened-in gazebo. Come Relax and Enjoy it!

Comfy in-law suite on Hayward Creek with pool
Enjoy your own private entrance to an in-law suite (1 bedroom apt) attached to house separated with double locked secure door in the hall. Quartz counters, kitchen, LR/DR, queen bed, full size bath with bar handles, door to own patio to fenced pool. Safe for women traveling alone. 8 min to hospital & 10 min downtown. Relaxing walk along boardwalk through woods wetlands to Haywood creek overlooking Croatan National Forest. You may see deer, otters, Egrets or turtles No pets, no smoking or vaping

Waterfront Getaway with kayaks, jonboat, & fishing
This cozy cottage with amazing reading retreat is perfect for the adventurer at heart. Waterfront with 2 kayaks and a small boat with oars (trolling motor and battery for rent). 3 miles to the Beach. Fish for flounder, drum, crabs, etc from the backyard. Use the kayak or boat to explore a sand bar or just float around the Marsh. The View is amazing! Steps from the water. The home is on a Busy Road but once you enter the sunroom you feel like you are in paradise. There will be some road noise.

River Watch Retreat
You will not forget your stay at the River Watch Retreat, and will want to tell your friends. This beautiful cabin offers a full NW view of the Carolina Blue Sky and setting sun on ENC's Trent River. Interior is paneled in locally sourced Poplar with Cedar accents. Beadboard and custom ceramic tile compliment the bathroom. Sleeping options: foldout couch downstairs and futon in loft. *Watch Bald Eagles, Geese, Heron and Osprey from 2 elevated decks a stone's throw from the water!

Duplex delight w/gators & coffee
Centrally located to Camp Lejeune, MCAS, restaurants, shopping and beaches - 25 miles either north or south of Jacksonville. Whether your trip is for business or pleasure, make sure to keep an eye out for the gator in the backyard creek. Kayakers be mindful if you decide to cruise to the New River as gators have been sighted along that journey. Plenty of sidewalks if you must get a run/walk in before your day begins. And finally enjoy a cup of coffee relaxing on the covered porch.

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

We call it The Point….
If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

The Grey Goose (Waterfront) Historic New Bern - Private Beach - BRING YOUR BOAT!
Waterfront cottage just six minutes to historic downtown New Bern. Beautiful place on deep water Brices Creek excellent for swimming, boating, fishing, crabbing, kayaking. Enjoy your own private expansive sand beach right on the waterfront. Take a relaxing nap in our beach hammock or sit in one of our comfortable beach chairs with your toes in the sand and drink of choice in your hand. You also have use of a shared dock off to the side of the property.

Water Lover's Retreat: dolphins for neighbors
Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of Swansboro and the White Oak River. Fish, kayak, dolphin watch, and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the decks. Easy paddle to Jones, other intracoastal islands and to Swansboro for lunch. A ~15 minute drive will take you to the Emerald Isle beaches or Swansboro to walk the historic district and visit the many shops and restaurants

Carriage House on the Neuse River
It is a perfect place to rest and relax and enjoy country, river life. The carriage house is 650 sq feet of open living space with a full bath, queen size bed, living area and full size kitchen on the second floor of our carriage house. It is private. There is a deck with wonderful views of boating and sunsets. You have access to our dock for sun bathing, fishing and swimming.
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Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!

Historic Swansboro "Seaside Bliss"

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Homer's Landing, Near Downtown Beaufort Waterfront
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Under The Sea. A quaint old fishing village

Crew Bern House

Amazing Views: Private Estate-(with Jacuzzi)

Stunning Water-front Home with Private Dock

Coastal Retreat on Waterway w/Hot Tub

Drake's Cove -Waterfront Oasis

River Front Retreat with Dock

Sunrise Beach on the Neuse River in Bridgeton, NC
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Ocean View Condo - Pet-friendly!

By The Sea: Gorgeous ocean views with balcony!

Blue Space - a couples retreat

Cozy On-the-Beach w/ Private Deck

"A Wave From It All: Oceanfront Condo"

Luxury Studio Villa - Linens Provided!

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic

Serenity by the Sea, cozy beachfront with a view
When is the best time to visit James City?
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| Avg. price | G$28,660 GYD | G$27,195 GYD | G$33,262 GYD | G$24,057 GYD | G$25,940 GYD | G$28,241 GYD | G$29,287 GYD | G$27,195 GYD | G$26,568 GYD | G$31,379 GYD | G$29,078 GYD | G$28,660 GYD |
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