Your Guide to Pamlico, NC

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Pamlico, NC

The Pamlico region of North Carolina is a peaceful coastal area known for its wide riverfront views, maritime history, and connection to the state's inland sounds and estuaries.

Centered around the Pamlico Sound - the largest lagoon along the U.S. East Coast - this region includes charming towns like Washington, Bath, Oriental, and Belhaven. Visitors will find scenic waterfronts, historic districts, and an abundance of outdoor recreation, including boating, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. With its quiet creeks, wide open water, and slower pace of life, the Pamlico region offers a relaxing escape into North Carolina's coastal heartland.

Lodging options in the Pamlico region include cozy inns, waterfront cottages, and vacation rental homes. The area is ideal for travelers looking to explore hidden gems, enjoy water-based activities, and experience authentic small-town charm. Whether you're sailing along the sound, visiting North Carolina's oldest town, or simply watching the sunset from a dock, the Pamlico region offers a quiet and scenic getaway off the beaten path.

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Featured Vacation Rentals

Upstairs Apartment One Mile from Medical...

This peaceful upstairs apartment with private entrance is only one mile from Carolina East Medical Center, 2.5 miles from downtown, and 20 miles from Cherry Point Marine Base.Welcome to your comfortable getaway! This appealing one-bedroom upstairs...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
Treasure Cove Retreat - Charming waterfr...

Treasure Cove Retreat is located in one of the most spectacular areas of Fairfield Harbour in New Bern, North Carolina. This short-term rental property is a 1,046-square-foot, one-bedroom, two-bath waterfront unit with a roomy balcony facing the...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
3 Mi to Dtwn: Home w/ Patio & Grill in N...

Close to Fishing, Boating & Hiking | Fenced-In Yard | Modern InteriorBig adventures await at this 2-bed, 2-bath vacation rental in New Bern! This home features a full kitchen, a comfortable living area with a Intelligent TV, a private yard with a...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
2br Lockoff Condo River Fun for the Whol...

Summary:New Bern, a striking city founded in 1710, is home to Fairfield Harbour, a community located on the banks of the Neuse River. Fairfield Harbour offers an array of amenities, including land and water sports, river cruises, live entertainment...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Quiet Riverfront 3BR/2BA house with Spa,...

Escape to our serene river front getaway in New Bern. This short-term rental offers a river front dock, hot tub, master bedroom with a king bed, two full baths, a full kitchen, and sun room. Savor the convenience of additional golf cart units for...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Double Up: Two 3BR Homes w/ King Suites,...

Appreciate twice the comfort and convenience in these two neighboring 3-bedroom homes on peaceful Oakley Drive in New Bern, North Carolina. Ideal for families, groups, or wedding guests traveling together, these homes offer plenty of space, privacy...

  • New Bern
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14

Pamlico Highlights

Oriental History

What we now know as Oriental was first settled about 1870 by Louis B. Midyette. He took shelter in the area's natural harbor on the Neuse River and the mouth of Smith Creek when he was blown off course on his way to New Bern.

Festival Park

Washington's Festival Park may look like a scenic and quiet natural park during a typical day in the downtown area, but the park comes to life regularly with an assortment of movies, concerts and festivals that have put the small town of Washington...

Bath, NC History

European settlement near the Pamlico River in the 1690's led to the creation of Bath, North Carolina's first town, in 1705. The town's location seemed ideal with easy access to the river and the Atlantic Ocean 50 miles away--at Ocracoke Inlet.

Old theater

Visitors can get a taste of Oriental's small but thriving art scene with a visit to The Old Theater, a stark white and impressively large two-story building located on the corner of Broad and Church Streets. Showcasing a number of performances...

Cahooque Creek Recreation Area

The waterfront Cahooque Creek Recreation Site, located at the very corner where the Hancock and Cahoogue rivers meet up with the expansive Neuse River, is a water and boat lover's dream destination. With easy access to all three of these rivers, in...

Kidsville at Seth West Parrot Park

New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.