TWO HISTORIC HOMES! Discover this exceptional Colonial Revival home and separate guest cottage, seamlessly combining old world charm and modern luxury, located in the heart of Historic Downtown with stunning water views. Highlights include 3 large bedrooms and 3 full baths with great spaces to relax and entertain. The inviting front porch welcomes you into a gorgeous center hall showcasing 11 ft. polished beadboard ceilings. Majestic 5-layer crown molding and wainscotting adorn the entrance hall and every major room in the original historic portion of the home. Beautiful wood floors, Farrow & Ball paint colors, and elegant light fixtures are featured throughout. Enjoy a book or write one in the extraordinary library, complete with custom-built bookcases, an antique ladder, coffered ceilings, and vintage leaded windows.The sunny, 21st-century addition at the rear of the home includes a large kitchen, which offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space to prepare gourmet meals while entertaining your guests. A large and functional butler's pantry connects the kitchen to the elegant dining room. Unwind in the modern, comfortable family room that adjoins the kitchen and leads out back to a screen porch. Enjoy the generous brick courtyard, ideal for al fresco dining.Across the courtyard sits the Coor-Bishop Dependency, a separate 1250 sq. ft. home built in 1810, providing endless possibilities for rental income, guest accommodations, or an art studio. This beloved guest home features two king-sized bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, 1.5 baths, a full kitchen and screen porch. The cottage is offered furnished.Come relax with neighbors and savor a glass of wine while gently swinging on the front porch and watching sailboats pass by. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of history with unmatched charm, value, and potential within a short walking distance to downtown New Bern's restaurants, pubs, shops and galleries.Please enjoy the video tour.