8,925 SqFt
8,925 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,925 sqft
Price per Sqft $196
Subdivision New Bern Downtown Historic
MLS Listing ID 100528244
Style Wood Frame
Year Built 1852
Annual Tax Amount $7,720
Lot Size 0.490 Acres
Acres 0.49
Lot Dimensions 67.75 X 321 X 67.75 X 329
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
The inn features Nine tastefully appointed guest rooms, each with its own private bath, blending period detail with modern comfort. The gracious interiors include a welcoming parlor for guest gatherings, a warm and elegant dining room for breakfast service, and intimate spaces throughout the home for reading, conversation, and relaxation. A spacious, covered front porch with classic rocking chairs invites guests to slow down and enjoy the ambiance of this charming Southern town. A true centerpiece of the property is the expansive, custom designed commercial kitchen, a true chef's dream, crafted by the current owners. The kitchen meets requirements for a restaurant permit presenting unique income-generating possibilities including private dinners, cooking demonstrations, or culinary events, should the next owner choose to expand beyond traditional lodging services.
The property includes several private accommodations in addition to the guest suites. A separate 1,857-square-foot owner's cottage sits peacefully on the grounds, offering full privacy and modern amenities within easy reach of the main house. The owners' cottage was completely redesigned and renovated in 2019/2020. Above the detached garage, a 511 SF one-bedroom apartment provides additional flexibility for staff quarters, extended family, or long-term rental potential. More ........ Throughout the inn, thoughtful restoration and tasteful décor highlight the property's history while ensuring comfort and style. Off-street parking is available for guests, a valuable asset in this central location and the property lies within walking distance to New Bern's riverfront, scenic parks, restaurants, breweries, boutique shopping, event venues and key historic attractions including Tryon Palace and the North Carolina History Center.
Under current ownership for nearly a decade, the Benjamin Ellis House enjoys strong occupancy rates that exceed both local and national averages. With its proven performance, prime location, and potential for additional hospitality offerings, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey historic inn with a longstanding reputation and considerable upside.
Full Offering Brochure with further information on New Bern and the Inn available.
Location
State NC
County Craven
Community New Bern Downtown Historic
Zoning C-2 Commercial
Direction From Hwy 70, take exit to downtown New Bern Historic District. Cross bridge into downtown area on East Front Street, Pollock Street is your second left. Property is down on the left.
Interior
Heating Other, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Other, Central Air
Flooring LVT/LVP, Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Parking Features Circular Driveway, Private, Detached, See Remarks, Off Street, On Site, Unpaved
Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Roof Type Metal
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description See Remarks
Sewer Municipal Sewer
Water Municipal Water
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 8-001-B-161
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
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