501 Drawbridge Rd New Bern, NC

This 461-acre property in Pamlico County, North Carolina, is suited for waterfowl enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The estate includes a private duck impoundment, nearly 3.5 miles of shoreline along Jones Bay and Drum Creek, and a 2,923-square-foot hunting lodge. Originally built in 1939, the three-story lodge has seven bedrooms and four bathrooms, accommodating up to 28 guests. It is equipped with county water, a septic system, and central heating and air conditioning. The property features seven distinct tracts, including a 10-acre freshwater impoundment bordered by brackish wetlands. The impoundment has two blinds, one in the marsh grasses and the other in open water, accessible by vehicle via a dike with a water control structure. Two additional duck holes are located within 400 yards. The location is within the flight path between the Jones Island Club and the Mattamuskeet Goose Club. The land teems with wildlife, including bear, deer, turkey, and various small game. Over four miles of navigable canals wind through the property, providing boat access. The nearby Pamlico Sound offers fishing for species like Red Drum, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Tarpon, and Cobia. The estate includes a 12-acre timberland tract along Middle Bay Road, ideal for deer, bear, and turkey hunting. The shoreline features two existing blinds and offers potential for further development. It can be used as a private retreat, a guided hunting operation, or an outdoor investment.