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

New Bern Home w/ Direct Access to Neuse ...

Savor a calming getaway at this appealing 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow in New Bern, North Carolina! Sitting along the banks of the Neuse River with over 2 acres of land, this vacation rental offers families and friends a place to really get away from...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Riverfront New Bern House: Gourmet Kitch...

Gourmet Kitchen | Neuse River Vistas | Outdoor Dining AreaDiscover the rich history of North Carolina when you visit New Bern and stay at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental on the Neuse River. Watch the sunrise over the water from one of...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Updated New Bern Home < 3 Mi to Historic...

Immerse yourself in the rich history of North Carolina's first capital when you book a stay at, ‘The Meadows Cottage,’ a 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental in New Bern! The appealingly located abode is less than 3 miles from the area's top...

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

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
2br Deluxe Fairfield Harbour Family Geta...

New Bern, a striking city founded in 1710, is home to Fairfield Harbour, a community located on the banks of the Neuse River. Fairfield Harbour offers an array of amenities, including land and water sports, river cruises, live entertainment, and...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Breathe Inn - Neuse River Retreat

Breathe Inn is a calming getaway located along the Neuse River, just across from New Bern. Within mins. by car, you can be in New Bern to take in the Pepsi Museum or Tryon Palace, shop at the many stores, or eat dinner.Travel a little further to...

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

Pamlico Highlights

Creekside Park

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Down East Canvas and Gallery

The Down East Canvas and Gallery, located at the foot of the bridge in Oriental, is one of the Pamlico region's most interesting art spaces, with quite an unusual history to boot. With an avid collection that spans from the practical, (namely canvas...

North Carolina History Center

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

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.

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,'...

Pinecliff Recreational Area

The Pine Cliff Recreation Area can certainly serve as a lovely picnic venue, a wide open area to take the pets out for a well-deserved walk, or simply a scenic locale to take a mile hike through sections of the Croatan National Forest.