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

Charming 1-bedroom apartment in enchanti...

New Bern is waiting for you at this 1-bedroom apartment. This incredible space features a comfortable living room with a full bed, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring. Guests can savor the calming ambiance of the queen bed in the bedroom...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
The Crow's Nest

Welcome to our appealing 1-bedroom condo, ideally located on the marina in the Fairfield Harbour neighborhood. Savor striking water vistas and the convenience of two full bathrooms, a completely equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a Murphy bed in...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New Bern Lakeside Getaway-Modern 2BR Apa...

Summary:Indulge in a calming vacation at this inviting 2-bedroom apartment in New Bern, North Carolina. This apartment, located within a resort, offers access to a range of amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and a hot tub...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Neuse River House

The River House sits on multiple acres of wooded property with the home located near the bank of the Neuse River. With 4000 square feet of space this home has 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms with accommodations to sleep 12, a chef's kitchen supplied...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
3-Bedroom Retreat with King Suite, Pool ...

Just 2 miles from Copper Ridge Wedding Venue, this comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the ideal blend of privacy, entertainment, and convenience. Located in a peaceful neighborhood, it’s an ideal stay for families, wedding guests, and those...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour - 2 Bedroom

Summary:Fairfield Harbour sits along the banks of the Neuse River in striking 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

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...

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

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...

Asa Biggs House

The home of one of North Carolina's best known jurists and politicians, it has an interesting blend of Federal and Greek Revival details. Its awkward symmetry and rambling plan lend credence to local legend that Biggs added a room with the birth of...

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...

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.