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

Enjoy the comforts of home while you're ...

The handsome Hunter's Ridge neighborhood is mins. from the EWN airport. Savor a peaceful stay and impressive sunsets from the screened-in patio in the back yard. A short 15 min. drive to any of the three BSH campuses in New Bern.

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New Bern Vacation Rental with Private Ya...

Escape to North Carolina's extraordinary outdoor landscapes when you book a stay at this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home. Located near the Neuse and Trent Rivers, this vacation rental hideaway offers outdoor activities and historic sites like Tryon Palace...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Pet-Friendly 3 BR Home with King Bed and...

Discover comfort and convenience on Park Ave! This freshly remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is just 1.8 miles from downtown New Bern and 0.2 miles from the YMCA. The master suite features a king bed and private bath, with space for up to 6...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Pristine Cottage w/ Access to the Trent ...

Welcome to your pristine escape in pretty New Bern! This 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental bungalow is tucked away in a calming neighborhood just steps from Trent River. Unwind in the comfort of a completely equipped home featuring a full kitchen...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
1br Deluxe Condo Outdoor Gold & River Fu...

Summary:New Bern, a appealing 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...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Moonlight Lake Suite
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Living room includes pull out couch bed, fireplace, cable tv and Netflix. Bedroom offers a queen size bed complete with linens. Just off the bedroom is a full bathroom with a hottub tub complete with towels, etc.. Entirely equipped full kitchen...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Pamlico Highlights

Roanoke River Lighthouse

Edenton visitors who haven't explored this northern corner of the Inner Banks in a few years may be surprised to find a new, stunning structure perched above the open sound-facing waters of Edenton Harbor. This remarkable site is the Roanoke River...

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.

Oriental, NC

Many locals attest that Oriental is a "contagious destination," where vehicular travelers via the two lane US 55, or maritime travelers along the Neuse River or Pamlico Sound, tend to stop by for a night or two, and end up sticking around for an...

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...

North Carolina History Center

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.