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2025 Oriental Activities Guide

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
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.

Quiet Riverfront 3BR/2BA house with Spa,...

Escape to our serene river front getaway in New Bern. This short-term rental offers a river front dock, hot tub, master bedroom with a king bed, two full baths, a full kitchen, and sun room. Savor the convenience of additional golf cart units for...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

Quiet studio

This studio is ideal for those looking for an upgrade from a traditional hotel. Located in a relaxing setting on the river, this unit has everything you need for a short or long stay. Coffee and all the essentials are supplied.

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Spacious Family Home with Outdoor Space....

Bring your whole family to this roomy three bedroom home with plenty of off street parking. You are a few blocks away from Lawson Creek Park with plenty of public boat launches. You are also a short bicycle ride to downtown where you can experience...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Kidsville at Seth West Parrot Park

New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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).