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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Featured Vacation Rentals

Charming Cozy Cottage Near Downtown New ...

Super comfortable 2BR/2.5BA 40s-era bungalow, roomy & attractively remodeled/refreshed, in a peaceful, beautiful area bordering 2 historic neighborhoods. Each bedroom has 1 queen bed. Just a 5 min drive to vibrant, historic downtown New Bern...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  Waterfront 3 bedroom dog-friendly cott...

Visit “Roost on the Neuse”, a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom dog-friendly bungalow located on 2 acres on the Neuse River with a million dollar view. What makes this property unique is the location. It is only 8 miles from downtown New Bern and 30 miles...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Beautiful New 1 Bedroom Condo

Your anxiety will melt away in this cavernous 1-bedroom condo, with all new furnishings ready for your stay. Includes a full kitchen and washer/dryer for your use. Savor the handsome grounds off your private deck or take a dip in the indoor or...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New Bern Vacation Rental with Private Ya...

Escape to North Carolina's spectacular outdoor landscapes when you book a stay at this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home. Located near the Neuse and Trent Rivers, this vacation rental hideaway offers outdoor activities and historic sites like Tryon Palace...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Marina Vista Retreat

Escape to the waterfront community of Fairfield Harbour in New Bern! This thoughtfully designed 3BR townhouse offers impressive marina vistas from every floor. Savor complimentary access to Wyndham’s resort-style amenities, including the pool and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
New Bern Retreat w/ Fire Pit ~ 1 Mi to D...

Feel the rich history and outdoor adventure that the town of New Bern has to offer with a stay at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, elegantly modernized 1940s vacation rental home! Boasting a fenced-in backyard, Intelligent TVs, and a well-appointed...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

Pamlico Highlights

Bath, NC

The small community of Bath hasn't changed that much since it was officially established in 1705, and locals and long-time visitors wouldn't have it any other way. The small town, barely over a square mile in area, hugs the waterfront of the Pamlico...

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New Bern Battlefield Park

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.

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...

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.

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,'...