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

The Cozy Bear Bungalow

Welcome to the Cozy Bear Bungalow located in the historic Ghent District of New Bern. Our entirely equipped home offers the ideal location to discover downtown New Bern with great food and entertainment options located less than 2 miles away. Our...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Gorgeous Marina Views!

Escape to the waterfront community of Fairfield Harbour in New Bern! This thoughtfully designed 3BR townhouse offers charming 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
Downtown Blue Manor 2

Downtown Blue Manor is a gorgeous, historic home, tucked away on a peaceful street in the heart of downtown just steps away from New Bern’s rich history, vibrant dining, nightlife, and stores! As one of the few full-sized homes really located in...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
New Bern Abode w/ Yard ~ 2 Mi to Neuse R...

Feel the outdoor adventure, rich history, and family fun that the riverfront city of New Bern has to offer with a stay at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental home. Boasting a bright and comfortable interior, a location within proximity of...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Unique 2 Bedroom Condo | Water View of N...

Welcome to High Tide Haven, a 1000 sf, 2 bedroom, 2nd floor condo, just mins. from historic downtown New Bern, NC. The condo is located just over the Neuse river bridge, on the top floor of an historic (circa 1915) building. The structure was newly...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Walkable to Downtown!

Feel the historic appeal of downtown New Bern from this 2 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
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Pamlico Highlights

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...

Carolina Creations

The Carolina Creations gallery is a downtown New Bern legend, and an instrumental contribution to the town's thriving art scene. Founded in 1989 by owners and artists Janet & Michael Francoeur, the gallery features their personalized...

Outer Banks Speedway

Visitors with a need for speed can hit the tracks in Creswell, just a couple miles west of Columbia, at the Outer Banks Speedway. The all-concrete 1/8 mile track has a two lane, 50' ft. wide racing surface where local and visiting speed demons can...

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.

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.