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

2BR Townhouse w/ Whirlpool in New Bern

Discover your ideal family escape at this cavernous 2BR + Loft townhouse in Sandcastle Village II, New Bern. With a full kitchen, whirlpool tub, washer/dryer, and serene riverside setting, this getaway caters ideally to families or friends. Savor...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Hip Newly Renovated Historic Riverside H...

The James Albert a restored 1900 home in historic Riverside New Bern and is pet friendly. Features coffee bar, 3 roomy queen bedrooms and dedicated work space, parking for 2 cars, complimentary street parking and upon request room for a boat or...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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
Charming, fully renovated  1915 house in...

Welcome to this beautiful, entirely restored historic home in New Bern. This marvelous property features a sizable master bedroom with a king size bed, an refreshed bathroom with a walk-in shower, a completely equipped eat-in kitchen with all new...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
The Sandpiper

Come relax at one of the most special condos in New Bern. This 2 BR/ 2 BA unit has balconies facing the marina that are prime for calming. The side balcony that faces the fishing pier and kayak launch is a great spot to savor morning coffee.Just 20...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
The Grey Goose (Waterfront) Historic New...

My home is a cute 3 bed 2 bath on deep water Brices Creek, ideal for swimming, boating, fishing and this property has its own Private Beach! Only six mins. to Historic Downtown New Bern. Located on a peaceful huge private wooded lot with giant...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Pamlico Highlights

Cahooque Creek Recreation Area

The waterfront Cahooque Creek Recreation Site, located at the very corner where the Hancock and Cahoogue rivers meet up with the expansive Neuse River, is a water and boat lover's dream destination. With easy access to all three of these rivers, in...

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...

Washington, NC History

Explored in the late 1500s it was finally settled in 1690. James Bonner started the town on his own farm in the 1770s. After serving in the Continental Army, Bonner returned home and in 1776 renamed his town, originally called ''Forks of the Tar,'...

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...

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.

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...