Family-friendly holiday rentals in James City

Steps from the beach. Newly renovated

Named for the 250 year old huge live oak in the front yard, the Island Treehouse is down the street from the beach. Extensively renovated space including new central AC is open and relaxing with a private deck overlooking a lush garden. Large, relaxing outdoor shower. You’ll love the town, restaurants, bike paths, public boat ramp, friendly people. Bogue Pier within walking distance for sightseeing or ocean fishing. This place is perfect for couples, solo adventurers or business travelers.

The Yates Cottage

Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and is designed for spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows on 3 sides. Other amenities are a large screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs, joggers, walkers, bikers, fishers and boaters. You will be welcomed with freshly-made beds, towels and a full kitchen with Keurig and Rachel Ray cookware.

The Guest House-Coastal 1BR apt, perfect location

Welcome! Booking open for May 2025 and beyond! Comfortable, quiet, 1 BR/1 BA, apartment in New Bern. This is a one story walk up above detached garage. In addition to the queen bed in bedroom we have a queen air mattress on frame and twin air mattress also available. Five miles from downtown, 1.5 miles off Highway 70, 3 miles to the hospital, & 45 min. to the beach. Grocery & shops just outside the neighborhood. Perfect for tourists, travel medical staff, business travelers, & families.

OCEAN & SOUND VIEWS, beach access right out front!

Spacious 4 bedroom private home directly across from beach with beach access right out front!! Fun decor, updated in & out, GREAT ocean & sound views, HDTVs, WIFI, game room w/58-game Arcade game, foosball, large ocean view deck, 2 patios. Tons of parking, bikes, 10 mi bike trail, private & serene. Lots of local tips provided, and BEAUTIFUL beach right out front! Perfect for 1 large family or 2 small families with 2 bedrooms/bath/living area on each floor. Come and make memories!

Beaufort Bungalow on Belle Air

This private 544 sq ft nautical-themed bungalow features one large room with an open sleeping loft (2nd bedroom) overlooking the main floor. Downstairs is furnished with two rockers, sofa, queen-size Murphy bed, TV, dining table. There is a full bed & twin bed in the loft. Ideal for 4 guests, but accommodates 5. The kitchenette has basics (microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, small fridge) not equipped for cooking meals. Off-street parking & room for a boat trailer. No Pets/Smoking

Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape

This beautiful two-bedroom condo is seconds from the beach by deck walkway, cathedral ceilings in the living area with sleep sofa, a private ocean-view deck, fully-equipped kitchen, washer, dryer, three TV's, updated bathrooms, AND a 50 game home video machine (free play) including PacMan and Gallega. Also, there is a choice of an elevator or steps to the condo, a community pool, hot tub, grills, and parking. Work from here with private Wifi (110 Mbps). Enjoy this oasis!

Seahorse Villa

Seahorse Villa is located in Historic Olde Towne Beaufort just a short walk or bike ride to the shops, restaurants, museum and water ferries on Front St. Our one bedroom duplex has all the comforts needed for a getaway break in Downeast Carolina. We are across the street from Towne Creek, a short paddle to Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve on Carrot Island and minutes away, either by car or ferry, to ocean and sound-side sandy beaches.

Beachfront 2nd Floor Studio with Pool

Enjoy our Pristine Beach & Crystal Clear Pool in this Upgraded 2nd floor studio condo located steps from the beach. The property has a large grassy recreation area and PRIVATE GAZEBO access to a beautiful, Secluded Beach for quiet strolls, shelling, sunbathing, and sunset walks. There is also a Coastal bike path for refreshing jogs, bike rides, or walks. Watch Sun, Surf & Sand presents Ocean Sands on YT.

Country Cottage near New Bern and Neuse River.

A cute, charming, open and airy country cottage only 10 minutes from downtown New Bern. Walking distance to Neuse River and 5 minutes from public boat landing. Wooded setting with occasional sightings of deer, wild turkey, owls, and hawks. Quiet and peaceful! Perfect place to relax and unwind. Convenient to Bayboro, Vanceboro, Cherry Point, Havelock, Morehead City and the beach.(No cleaning fee.)