[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! Riverfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953227/dde1bf1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953227/70c49833.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953227/08ba7b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953227/5049b334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953227/6127af51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Black Duck Cottage in Arlington Place, a pet-friendly haven with an open one-level floor plan and two spacious 30' porches perfect for relaxing. Enjoy neighborhood amenities like the clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, community boat ramp and trails. Stay connected with WiFi and unwind on the 420 sq ft covered porch or by exploring nearby Mill Creek. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Gym - Washer - Fireplace - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! Escape from the daily grind with a getaway to the Black Duck Cottage in Arlington Place! Black Duck Cottage is a 1200 sq ft pet friendly home with an open one level floor plan. The two 30' porches are perfect for rocking, dining and enjoying your peaceful surroundings. This is one of our Outfitter Cottages near Mill Creek and the kayak center. The unique details and décor both inside and out make this cottage one of a kind. Neighborhood and cottage amenities make it the perfect for adventure or just relaxing. This beautifully appointed 3BR, 2BA cottage features an open living, dining and kitchen area for a comfortable relaxing stay. Primary bedroom has a king sized bed with private bath. There is a queen bed in the second bedroom. The third bedroom offers additional sleeping options with two twin beds. Off the hallway is a full bath that includes a full size washer & dryer. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator with ice-maker, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee toaster and all your basic cooking utensils. Off the living area is a 420 sq ft covered and screened in porch to expand your living space. WIFI and Streaming TV comes complimentary with the cottage. Linens and towels are provided. This cottage has a keypad entry for self check-in/check-out. This delightful community boasts access to amenities that include clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, community boat ramp, and trails. The pool is open from mid-May to mid-October, from 8am - 8pm for you to enjoy. While you're there, step into the clubhouse with its large living area with TV, streaming services of Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+. The community center also has an efficiency kitchen with a refrigerator, toaster oven and sink. There is also a small fitness room, restrooms, a landline phone, and Wi-Fi. Just outside of the community center and pool, you'll find even more activities for the whole family. There's a playground area for your younger children with sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts for everyone else. You also have access to a gazebo, firepit, and park area across from the clubhouse. Please bring your own equipment for the sports courts. If all these amenities are not quite enough, let us also introduce you to the Outfitter's Center. Located near the Outfitter's Cottages, it is a large screened-in wood building with a double sided stone wood burning fireplace and seating inside and on the back deck. There is charcoal park grill there that you are welcome to use. The kayaks are located on the left side of the center and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can follow the pier behind the Outfitter's center to the kayak launch. You will launch your kayaks into Mill Creek there. It's about a 1 mile paddle to the mouth of the river. There is also a boat ramp located towards the riverfront where you can launch your boat. A parking area for your boat and trailer is adjacent to the ramp. You will need to sign a waiver in order to get the access code and parking passes prior to your arrival. This home is perfect for a whole family getaway! Stays longer than 27 days will be assessed an additional cleaning fee, collected by host prior to arrival. There is a $25 per day per pet fee collected by the Host prior to check-in. \*\*This property is for your enjoyment and not shared with other renters.\*\* ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89953300/89953235/e02dd699.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugar Shack - Rustic charm meets modern amenities! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 575165 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.003925,-76.846306&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:sqttEl%60%60tM%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%40SBQ%40QBSBQ%40QBQBSDQBQDQBQDQDQDQDQDOFQDQFODQFOFOFOHQFMFQHMHOFMHOHMHOHKJOHMJMHKJMJMJKJKHKLKJIJKLKJILKJILILILGLIJILGNGLGLGLENGLELENELENELENCLCNENALCNANCNANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBN%40NDLBNBLDNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLFNHLDJHLHLFLHLHJHLJJHLJJJJHLJHJJJJJJLJLHJJLHLJNHJHNHLHNFLHNHLFPFLHPFNFNFNDPFNDPFPDNDPDPDPDPBPDPBPDPBRBP%40PBPBR%40PBP%40R%40P%40R%3FP%40R%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FRAPAR%3FPARAPARCPAPCRCPAPCPCREPCPEPCPEPEPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGNGNGNIPGLGPILINGNILILINILKLILKLIJKLKLKJKJIJMJKHKLMHKHMJKHMHMHMFMHKHMDOHMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDODMDOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40MBO%3FO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FMCOAOAOCOAMCOAOEMCOCMEOEMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMGOGMGKIMIMGMIMIKIMKKIMIKMKIMKIKKKKKKMKMIKKMIMKMIMIOIMIMGOIOIMGQGMIQGOGOGOEQGOEQGQEOEQEQEQEQCQEQCQEQCSCQAQCQCSAQCQASAQAS%3FQAS%3FQAS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_umGMZxQza2tjWsBPuv3Lydgf20=) Arapahoe, NC #### What's nearby - Health Center- Camp Sea Gull - 11 min drive - 8.2 km - Kennel Beach - 20 min drive - 14.3 km - Croatan National Forest - 35 min drive - 15.0 km - New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 39 min drive - 44.7 km - New Bern Grand Marina - 40 min drive - 45.4 km #### Getting around - New Bern Station - 33 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Miller's Landing - ‬53 min drive - ‪Gary's Oyster Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Camp Seafarer Mess Hall - ‬18 min drive - ‪Prime rib madness - ‬51 min drive - ‪Cherry Point Officers Club - ‬53 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Health Center- Camp Sea Gull, Pamlico Community College, and Kennel Beach. Croatan National Forest and Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Escape from the daily grind to the Black Duck! Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth J. Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house for our stay in the area. The community was beautiful. House was well equipped with everything we needed. Check-in and out was simple. Beds were compfy. ##### Beth J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn P. Jul 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a family The area is very rural. Great get away from the hustle and bustle. The ferry ride to Ocean Isle was great. The town of Oriental is a quaint nice little town. We enjoyed the Brewery and talking to the locals! ##### Carolyn P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Gina M. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Thanksgiving stay Good stay overall, minor issues coffee maker, toaster, roku remote. Otherwise good overall Thanksgiving stsy. ##### Gina M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine S. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Mini Vacation This was my nephews wedding weekend in New Bern, a lovely weekend it was. My son, his fiancée, my sister, brother-in-law and myself stayed here. Everything was in working order and neat. What was perfect was the large front and back porches, the quiet serene setting and the friendly neighbors. I have a high stress job and this was exactly what I needed to decompress. I hope to come back soon! ##### Christine S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Samantha S. Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Vacation We had a great relaxing time ##### Samantha S. 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