215 Pollock Street, New Bern, NC 28560 – MLS# 100527718
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Courtesy of KIMBERLY WYNN, COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE
Description
The Benjamin Ellis House-A Distinguished Historic Bed & Breakfast in the Heart of Downtown New Bern. Nestled in the heart of New Bern’s renowned downtown historic district, the Benjamin Ellis House is a beautifully preserved and fully operational historic inn offering timeless elegance, architectural charm, and an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the city’s most established and successful Bed & Breakfasts. With a strong 40-year history as a viable and contributing business to the historic district, this remarkable property is as much an investment in legacy as it is in lifestyle.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 ……..
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Public (City/Cty/St)
Appliances & Equipment
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Refrigerator
- Mini Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dryer
Attic Information
- Floored
- Walk-In
Bathrooms
- 15 total bathrooms
- 12 full bathrooms
- 3 half bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 11 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 6500 – 6999
- 6,557 heated sqft
- Built in 1852
- 2 stories
- 18 rooms
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: Covered,Porch,Screened
- Stories/Levels: Two
Cooling
- Central Air
- Other
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
Fence
- None
Fireplaces
- 3+
Floors
- Carpet
- Wood
- Tile
Foundation
- Crawl Space
Garage
- 2 detached garage spaces
- 2 garage spaces
- 11 driveway spaces
Water Features
- Electric
- Tankless
- Natural Gas
Heating
- Heat Pump
- Other
Interior Features
- Apt/Suite
- Entrance Foyer
- Pantry
- High Ceilings
- Furnished
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Bookcases
- Blinds/Shades
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Listing
- Listed on 2025-08-28
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $196
- Terms: Cash,Conventional,Commercial
Location
- County: Craven
- Zip Code: 28560
- Latitude: 35.106005
- Longitude: -77.037245
- Subdivision: New Bern Downtown Historic
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 21,344 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: 67.75 X 321 X 67.75 X 329
- 0.49 acres
Parking
- Additional Parking
- Unpaved
- Off Street
- On Site
Possession
- At Closing
Property
- Zoning: C-2 Commercial
- Federal Flood Insurance available
Roof
- Metal
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,003,890
- Property Taxes: $7,721
- City Tax Rate: 3410
- Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Electric Provider: City of New Bern
- Sewer Provider: City of New Bern
- Water Provider: City of New Bern