
1601 Hills Neck Road · Ernul, NC 28527
Stretching across 237.99 acres of rolling farmland, thriving timber, and peaceful countryside, this remarkable Craven County property offers the freedom to create something truly your own. Whether your vision includes continuing its agricultural and timber legacy, establishing a private estate, creating a recreational retreat, developing a family compound, or simply investing in a significant landholding, this property provides the space and flexibility to make it happen. The landscape is as versatile as it is beautiful, with open fields ready for farming, livestock, or equestrian use, while acres of managed timber add natural beauty and long-term investment potential. Existing farm paths wind through the property, making it easy to explore everything from quiet wooded sections to expansive open acreage. Wildlife is abundant, creating an ideal setting for hunting, trail riding, camping, or spending weekends surrounded by nature. Located in the peaceful Ernul community just outside New Bern, you'll enjoy the privacy of country living without sacrificing convenient access to shopping, dining, medical facilities, and the waterfront charm of Historic Downtown New Bern. Here, you'll find the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. With no known restrictions, the possibilities are wide open. Build your dream home overlooking the fields, establish a working farm, expand your timber investment, create a hunting preserve, or hold the property as a long-term asset. However you envision its future, this is more than just acreage--it's a place where ideas have room to grow and generations can leave their mark on the land.
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| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | Price Reduced | $900,000 → $849,000 | ▾ $51,000 (5.7%) |
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Last Updated: Oct 7, 2026