About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 278 Skippers Road in New Bern, NC is listed for $1,295,000 ($266 per sqft). Built in 2015, the home offers 4,865 sqft of living space on a 5.24 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 2015
  • 5.24 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • 3 parking spaces
  • Private pool
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
2 full, 1 half
3-car garage
2015

Amenities

PoolSolarFireplaceWaterfrontViewHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Discover a private waterfront retreat on 5.24 acres along the beautiful Trent River! Custom-built by Tab Premium Built Homes in 2015, this exceptional property blends timeless plantation-style charm with impressive living space, thoughtful details, and amenities for relaxed waterfront living.

Located 12 miles from downtown New Bern! The three-story main home offers an impressive 3,573 square feet, with the convenience of an elevator servicing the home. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, a large island, bar seating, double ovens, and an oversized pantry.

Thoughtfully designed for everyday living and entertaining, 278 Skippers Road offers a formal dining room, perfect for gathering with family and friends. The expansive wraparound rear porch invites you to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, complete with an outside fireplace for cozy evenings, as well as a fireplace in the family room.

The generous primary suite features a large walk-in shower, a tiled jetted tub, and the added convenience of a laundry room and walk-in closet, all thoughtfully located within the primary suite. The impressive third-floor bonus room offers additional space for a media room, hobbies, or guests and a walk-in attic for more storage space.

A hatch within the bonus room opens to the widow's walk atop the home, where you can take in beautiful elevated views of the surrounding property. You can enjoy seasonal views , in fall and winter, of the Trent River from the rest of home as well! A separate three-car garage features its own bathroom and workshop area, with a spacious one-bedroom, two-bath apartment above offering another 1,292 square feet of heated and cooled living space.

Complete with a fireplace, large kitchen, brand-new HVAC system, and tankless water heater, the apartment provides excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or additional living arrangements. Step outside to enjoy the beautiful in-ground saltwater pool and pool house, surrounded by the privacy and natural beauty of the property.

Additional features include solar power with solar battery backup, providing added peace of mind during power outages. With large acreage, a peaceful waterfront setting, no HOA fee, and no HOA-imposed restrictions, this distinctive property offers room to spread out and enjoy a lifestyle that feels worlds away while remaining in the New Bern area and close to conveniences .

A rare opportunity to own a custom Tab Premium Built Home with exceptional space, privacy, and timeless charm both inside and out! Schedule your showing today!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$6,926/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$937
Interest$5,612
Insurance$378

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

278 Skippers Road

New Bern, NC 28562

Rivertides - Jones Co

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Walk-in Closet(s)Entrance FoyerBookcasesKitchen IslandElevatorCeiling Fan(s)PantryWalk-in ShowerBlinds/ShadesEat-in KitchenGas LogWalk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

Gas LogThermal Doors

Property Details

Flooring

HardwoodTile

Construction

Brick Veneer Wood Frame

Views

River

Pool Features

Pool

Outdoor Features

Porch

Parking

Paved or SurfacedGarage

Heating

Propane (Heating)Solar (Heating)Heat Pump (Heating)Fireplace(s)Electric (Heating)Active SolarForced Air

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)Attic FanHeat Pump

Appliances

Vented Exhaust FanTrash CompactorElectric CooktopBuilt-In Electric OvenWater SoftenerWasherRefrigeratorDryerDouble OvenDisposalDishwasherTankless Water HeaterWater Purifier

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 278 Skippers Road is listed at $1,295,000 ($266/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $6,926 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 2015, 5.24 acre lot, 3 stories, 3 parking spaces, Private pool, Fireplace. Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Bookcases. Exterior Features: Gas Log, Thermal Doors.

This property is listed by ANDY BAYLISS.

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ANDY BAYLISS

License 241192

Agent at Coldwell Banker Willis-Smith Company

Listed by Coldwell Banker Willis-Smith Company · Broker phone: (252) 638-3500 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 100607549· Source: Hive MLS· 30 days on PropertySimple

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278 Skippers Road, New Bern, NC 28562

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