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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Vacation Rental

Featured Vacation Rentals

Lovely 1 BR with King bed Apt 3

♥ Your own Entirely Furnished Private Apartment, freshly remodeled, in downtown New Bern♥ 1.5 mile to Carolinas East Hospital. Drive, Bicycle, or even walk if it's not too hot!♥ IF you are booking direct, PLEASE READ. We no longer do security...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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
New Bern Vacation Rental: Close to Neuse...

Unwind with a family getaway in historic New Bern, NC, at this appealing 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental! Located near top attractions, like the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola and Tyron Palace in downtown New Bern, as well as plenty of outdoor rec...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
New, modern coastal home with private do...

Escape to waterfront serenity in this modern 3-bed, 2.5-bath home perched along the Neuse River. Appreciate sweeping river vistas, private dock access, and direct water access—just across from historic New Bern, and only 30 mins. from the...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Drake's Cove - Waterfront Oasis

This Waterfront Home is in the gated resort community of Fairfield Harbour. Bring your boat or fish from the backyard. You can Swim, Play Tennis & work out at the Recreation Center or play a round of golf. Take a walk along the 4.5 miles of...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour - 2 Bedroom

Summary:Fairfield Harbour sits along the banks of the Neuse River in impressive New Bern, a city dating back to 1710. You'll find a full array of amenities here, ranging from land and water sports to river cruises, live entertainment, and the chance...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Pamlico Highlights

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...

Pecan Grove Marina

The Pecan Grove Marina stands out among the marinas and boat slips that veritably overrun the small town of Oriental for three distinctive reasons: location, location, location. Set slightly inland from mile marker 182 along the Intracoastal...

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.

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.

Outer Banks Speedway

Visitors with a need for speed can hit the tracks in Creswell, just a couple miles west of Columbia, at the Outer Banks Speedway. The all-concrete 1/8 mile track has a two lane, 50' ft. wide racing surface where local and visiting speed demons can...

Havens Gardens Park

Life in Little Washington revolves around the water, and this extends to all forms of recreation, including the local parks. The Havens Garden Park is a peaceful retreat located just off of Park Drive and Washington's thriving downtown, and offers...