278 Skippers Road, New Bern, NC 28562 (MLS# 100607549)

278 Skippers Road, New Bern, NC 28562

$1,295,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,573 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 228,254 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,295,000 List Date: 10/01/2026 Last Modified: 10/28/2026

Overview

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 t ... (Read more) 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!

Listing Details MLS# 100607549

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-10-01
Listing Price: 1295000
List Price/SqFt: 266.19
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 278
Street Name: Skippers
Street Suffix: Road
County: Jones
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28562
City Limits: No
Marketing City: New Bern
Subdivision: Rivertides - Jones Co
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: On 17 from New Bern Take a Left on Shady Lane Then Take a Left on Skippers Rd. Home is at end of Road
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Property Attached YN: Yes
Accessory Dwelling Unit YN: Yes
Lot Acres: 5.24
Lot SqFt: 228254
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Deed Restrictions: No
Waterfront: Yes
Waterview: No
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 3573
SqFt - Heated Separate: 1292
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 4865
# Rooms: 8
# Baths - Full: 2
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 3
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 2015

More Information

Fuel Tank

Above or Below Ground: Below Ground
Fuel Type: Propane
In Use: Yes
Owned or Leased: Owned

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Duke Energy
Fuel Vendor Provider: Suburban propane
Internet Service Provider(s): Hughes Net
Trash Provider: Jones county

HOA and Neigh Amenities

Club Membership: None Selected

Property Features

Frontage Type: River Handicap Accessible: Accessible Approach with Ramp; Accessible Entrance; Accessible Full Bath; Elevator View Type: River Attic: Floored; Walk-In Basement: None Construction: Wood Frame Exterior Features: Gas Log; Thermal Doors Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer Fencing: None Foundation: Brick/Mortar Fuel Tank: Fuel Tank Green Bldg Features: Active Solar; Tankless Water Heater Parking Features: Garage; Garage; Paved; Unpaved Patio and Porch Features: Balcony; Front Porch; Wrap Around Pool Features: In Ground; Private Roof: Shingle Levels: 3 Story or More Trash Collection: City Pick-UP Lot Features: Secluded; Wooded Lot Water Features: Navigable Water; Water Depth 4+ Cooling: Attic Fan; Ceiling Fan(s); Heat Pump Heating: Fireplace(s); Forced Air; Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric; Propane; Solar Water Heater: Electric; Tankless Utilities: Fiber Optic; Satellite Internet Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Well Fireplace Features: Living Room; Other Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Bookcases; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Elevator; Entrance Foyer; Gas Log; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Window Features: Thermal Windows Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Utility Sink Dining Room Type: Formal; Kitchen Other Structures: Guest House; Pool House; Workshop Rooms: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Easements: None Known Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Living Room	First
Family Room	First
Kitchen	First
Dining Room	First
Bathroom 1	First
Bedroom 1	Second
Bathroom 2	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Master Bedroom	Second
Bathroom 3	Second
Bonus Room	Third

IDX

Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE

Last Updated: October - 28 - 2026

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