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

Sand Castle Village Townhome Family Fun ...

Summary:Feel a calming stay in this family-friendly 3-bedroom townhouse, offering the amenities of home. Savor the convenience of a full kitchen, complete with a coffee maker and blender. Benefit from resort conveniences including indoor and outdoor...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Fully-Furnished, Pet-Friendly, 3 bedroom...

Located mins. to downtown New Bern, hospital, B/S/H, Moen. 25 mins. to MCAS Cherry Point.​Home is central to everything New Bern! This comfortable, entirely-furnished home located in the middle of the town features a private, fenced-in backyard...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour | 1BR/1BA Quee...

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
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour - 2 Bedroom

Summary:Fairfield Harbour sits along the banks of the Neuse River in striking 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
Captain and All His Crew

With six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and ample living space, these townhouses are ideal for family vacations, group retreats, or multi-family getaways. Multiple patios, open living areas, and breathtaking vistas make this a ideal home base for your New...

  • New Bern
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Waterfront Retreat

Welcome to your peaceful half acre waterfront getaway with a boat slip and dock in the handsome residential River Bend Community mins. from historic New Bern. Unwind on the sizable, screened, covered porch overlooking the Trent River Canal or inside...

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

Pamlico Highlights

Oriental, NC

Many locals attest that Oriental is a "contagious destination," where vehicular travelers via the two lane US 55, or maritime travelers along the Neuse River or Pamlico Sound, tend to stop by for a night or two, and end up sticking around for an...

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Jarvis Mansion

The Jarvis Mansion is a small and hard-to-find bed and breakfast located along a quiet portion of New Bern's main Pollock Street, just a block or so away from the scenic waterfront. The historic two-story white home, built around the turn of the...

Glenburnie Park

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

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.

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...