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

Beautiful New 1 Bedroom Condo

Your anxiety will melt away in this cavernous 1-bedroom condo, with all new furnishings ready for your stay. Includes a full kitchen and washer/dryer for your use. Appreciate the impressive grounds off your private deck or take a dip in the indoor...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Historic Downtown New Bern 3-Bed Home â€...

The Historic Hubbard House – Downtown New Bern CharmStep back in time with a stay at the Historic Hubbard House, a handsomely preserved home constructed prior to 1900 and thoughtfully refreshed for modern comfort. Located in the heart of downtown...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
3-Bedroom Home with King Bed, Smart TVs ...

Unwind with the whole family in this comfortable, refreshed home in a modest, peaceful neighborhood. Prepare home-cooked meals in the entirely equipped kitchen, and let the dog out to play in the private, fenced-in backyard. Appreciate your morning...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Downtown Riverside Lighthouse

In the Historic Downtown Riverside Community. The Riverside Lighthouse is a gorgeous, historic home, tucked away on a peaceful street in the heart of Downtown just steps away from New Bern's rich history, vibrant dining, nightlife, stores, and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Neuse River Front

The photos say it all. 1 acre on the water. Near Cherry point. Ranch style with plenty of water vistas. Savor kayaking, canoeing SUP and sailing. Hole home is available for 1 year minimum. Must pass background with Wheless and Wheless.

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

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
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Pamlico Highlights

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...

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.

Glenburnie Park

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

Belhaven Memorial Museum

The Belhaven Memorial Museum clearly holds the title as one of the most distinctive and unique museums in Eastern North Carolina, with a collection that includes historical artifacts, scientific oddities, and everything in between.

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...

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.

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