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

Marina Vista Retreat

Escape to the waterfront community of Fairfield Harbour in New Bern! This thoughtfully designed 3BR townhouse offers elegant marina vistas from every floor. Savor complimentary access to Wyndham’s resort-style amenities, including the pool and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
A Beautifully Balanced Bungalow!

Welcome to the attractively balanced bungalow. Blending the ideal balance of character and appeal, with modern day amenities. Savor some sweet tea on the front porch swing, cuddle up after a day of touring historical New Bern and watch your...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Waterwood Townhouses, New Bern, North Ca...

*** Sanitation/Cleaning Update ***Bluegreen Resorts take great pride in meeting industry standards of cleanliness and safety in our resorts. They take great pride in meeting industry standards of cleanliness and safety at our resorts and continue to...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Downtown New Bern Retreat • Full Kitch...

Located in the heart of downtown New Bern, North Carolina, this striking 1-bedroom, 1-bath hideaway offers high-speed internet, full kitchen, and just steps from historic streets, waterfront vistas and local dining. Whether you're on a...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Charming 1-bedroom apartment in enchanti...

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

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Turtle Time Groove

Recently modernized 3BR/3BA waterfront home in New Bern, NC. Sleeps 7 with a king, queen, and three twin beds. Savor a huge dining table, sun porch off the master, and handsome creek vistas. Kayaks are supplied for exploring, and you can fish or...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7

Pamlico Highlights

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.

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.

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Birthplace of Pepsi

First time visitors should note not to ask for a Coke in the Inner Banks town of New Bern. The community has a proud history as the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola, and this claim to fame is celebrated at a number of locales around downtown, including the...

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...

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