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2026 Oriental Activities Guide

Waterfront River House on Brices Creek, ...

Welcome to our cavernous 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bath waterfront river getaway on Brices Creek—ideal for kayaking, paddle boarding, boating, fishing, or simply calming by the water. You'll appreciate the enormous acre lot in the outskirts of town with...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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.

Comfortable Stay with Kitchenette, Laund...

Private accommodations with no shared areas. Painless access, one level. Kitchenette with two burner cooktop, mini-refrigerator and microwave. Come with clothes and groceries and appreciate! Special monthly and weekly prices available! send inquiry...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
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,'...

Wyndham Fairfield Harbour - 2 Bedroom

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

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. Appreciate a private fenced yard with gated parking for 5+ cars, hot...

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

Pecan Grove Marina

The Pecan Grove Marina stands out among the marinas and boat slips that veritably overrun the small town of Oriental for three distinctive reasons: location, location, location. Set slightly inland from mile marker 182 along the Intracoastal...

Oriental Hisory Museum

The Oriental History Museum is one of Oriental's "newest" attractions, and since opening its storefront doors less than a decade ago, the museum has welcomed thousands of visitors in search of an inside-look of Oriental's celebrated maritime...

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).

Lou Mac Park

The Lou Mac Park, although easily one of Oriental's smallest parks, is also one of its prettiest and most inviting for water lovers of all varieties, locals and visitors alike. Located on the corner of Freemason St. and South Avenue, this park has...

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...