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.

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!

The Suite Lime close to all attractions.

"Your Perfect Coastal Getaway: Find your home away from home in our guest suite, complete with a private entrance and room, and the added convenience of keyless entry. Inside, you'll have everything you need, including a full-sized refrigerator, queen bed, microwave, toaster/oven, Netflix, and YouTube TV. Step out onto the generous deck, where a grill, smoker, and hot plates invite you to savor outdoor living. A queen bed and kitchen table allow for a comfortable work space.

Blue Space - a couples retreat

Sea yourself here. 34.4902N longitude, 77.4136W latitude. Lovely ocean views from the kitchen, living room and balcony. Fresh new makover 1 bed/1 bath oceanfront condo. Sleeps 5 (1 queen bed, 1 bunk (great for kids) Couch with twin sleeper. Basic cable 50" smart flatscreen TV Sheets and towels provided Full kitchen - Please clean and put away pots and pans upon departure Full bath Washer/dryer on site Grills on site Beach access Check in time 3 pm Check out 12 pm

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.

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.)

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.