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

Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & ...

???? Downtown Gem | Walk Everywhere | Fire Pit & BikesFeel the ideal blend of historic appeal and modern comfort in this elegantly restored 1895 home right in the heart of downtown New Bern. Higgins Downtown Depot offers exclusive access to the...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
River Retreat Condo: serenity with great...

Fairfield Harbour condo that overlooks the Neuse River and has simple access to Historic New Bern. Feel a wide array of attractions such as our colonial history and North Carolina's first capital at Tryon Palace; the birthplace of Pepsi Cola; Civil...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Our Getaway Two

About this spaceUnwind and relax at Our Getaway a relaxing place to stay.Our Getaway condo is in the ideal location for a couple who appreciate boating fishing and the water. We are located within walking distance of a fishing pier. 1 hour to...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
New Bern Home w/ Water View ~ 6 Mi to Do...

Cruise into your next adventure at this New Bern vacation rental! With vistas of the Neuse River from the open-concept living room and the wraparound deck, this 2-bed + loft, 2-bath home feels cavernous and airy. The home's location just 6 miles...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Waterfront property located in the resor...

Amazingly located; freshly rehabbed home in a waterfront gated community. Deepwater access with dock. 20 mins. from the historic town of New Bern. Walking/bicycle trails, golf course and more. Coastal communities within an hour drive or boat ride.

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Renovated Rustic Charm!

Take it painless at this unique and calming hideaway. You'll stay in a private studio apartment attached to a bigger country home on a humongous private lot immersed in the sounds of nature. Your private back deck overlooks a backyard full of ducks...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2

Pamlico Highlights

The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2026

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Bath, NC

The small community of Bath hasn't changed that much since it was officially established in 1705, and locals and long-time visitors wouldn't have it any other way. The small town, barely over a square mile in area, hugs the waterfront of the Pamlico...

Havelock, NC

While the small town of Havelock is often overshadowed by its Crystal Coast neighbors, the city is nonetheless a prime waterfront retreat for eastern North Carolina visitors who want to experience the real everyday life of the Inner Banks. Home to...

Belhaven, NC

The little town of Belhaven may be a blink-and-you'll-miss-it town, but Eastern North Carolina visitors who decide to take the long way home along US Highway 264 will be rewarded with a visit to a picturesque waterfront town that is filled with...

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.

Belhaven, NC History

Originally named Jack's Neck, Belhaven was once a bustling industrial town with a half-dozen lumber companies and a branch of the Norfolk and Southern Railroad.

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