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2026 Belhaven History Guide

Neuse River Retreat

Welcome to our striking 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom riverfront home, ideal for a calming hideaway or a fun-filled vacation. Located along the alluring Neuse River and surrounded by lush, wooded scenery, this cavernous 3,100 sq ft property offers the...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

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
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.

Historic New Bern, toward NAS Cherry Poi...

Discover this 3-bedroom townhome in New Bern. The space features a queen bed, a twin bed, a futon, and a murphy bed, offering flexible sleeping options for guests. Two bathrooms include exhilarating showers with safety handles, tall toilets,and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
New Bern Battlefield Park

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.

Cozy 2BR on Neuse River w/ Kitchen + Res...

Feel laid-back comfort at this appealing 2 Bedroom Condo at Sandcastle Cove, located along the spectacular waterfront in New Bern, North Carolina. Ideal for families or modest groups, this inviting getaway features a entirely equipped kitchen, a...

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