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

Adorable 2-bedroom house with Fire Pit, ...

Totally remodeled historic home in downtown New Bern blending appeal and modern comfort. Features 2 king master suites with private baths, a queen Murphy bed, and 2.5 baths total. Savor a private fenced yard with gated parking for 5+ cars, hot tub...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Charming 1-bedroom apartment in enchanti...

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

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Waterfront property located in the resor...

Amazingly located; freshly rehabbed home in a waterfront gated community. Deepwater access with dock. 20 mins. from the historic town of New Bern. Walking/bicycle trails, golf course and more. Coastal communities within an hour drive or boat ride.

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Turtle Time Groove - Waterfront Dock & K...

Unwind by the water in this freshly modernized 3-bedroom, 3-bath New Bern getaway, ideal for families or groups of up to 7. Savor peaceful creek vistas, fishing, and local wildlife right from the property. Kayaks are included with your stay for...

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

Welcome to our striking studio condo, your ideal getaway for a comfortable and convenient stay! Located in a prime location, this modest yet beautiful space offers everything you need for a enchanting hideaway.As you step inside, you'll be greeted...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Sunshine Manor

Feel the historic appeal of downtown New Bern from this 3 bedroom 1940's remodeled bungalow walkable to Tryon Palace and everything downtown New Bern has to offer! Two marked parking spots available onsite with complimentary overflow parking...

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

Pamlico Highlights

Washington, NC Guide

The town of Washington is rapidly becoming one of the highlights of North Carolina's Inner Banks due to its small town charm, incredible location along the Pamlico River, and eclectic blend of boutiques, restaurants, and attractions. This small...

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 Harbor Marina

The Oriental Harbor Marina, located at the mouth of the wide open Neuse River, is a paradise for local boat lovers or mariners just passing through along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

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...

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.

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,'...