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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Easily discover the city of New Bern from this beautiful home, ideal for families or friends looking for a hideaway! Complete with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and all the amenities of home, this vacation rental is ready to accommodate your every need...
Welcome to your ideal hideaway — a chic and comfortable 3BR, 2BA home in relaxing New Bern. Ideal for families, friends, or business travelers, it sleeps up to 8 and offers comfortable lounge spaces, a dedicated work area, reliable WiFi, and a...
Feel the historic town of New Bern up close and personal when you stay in this 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental! Ideally located within walking distance of downtown, this striking home provides simple access to all your sightseeing bucket list...
Home away from home. Escape to this townhome in striking New Bern. This impressive rental features 2 bedrooms with a queen and full bed, 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer, and essential amenities like AC, heating, WiFi, and a washing machine and clothes...
Fairfield Harbour is located along the Neuse River in historic New Bern, founded in 1710. This area offers diverse amenities, including sports, river cruises, and live entertainment, as well as nearly 300 years of historical treasures. The Wyndham...
Discover comfort and convenience on Park Ave! This freshly modernized 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is just 1.8 miles from downtown New Bern and 0.2 miles from the YMCA. The master suite features a king bed and private bath, with space for up to 6...
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,'...
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.
First time visitors should note not to ask for a Coke in the Inner Banks town of New Bern. The community has a proud history as the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola, and this claim to fame is celebrated at a number of locales around downtown, including the...
The New Bern Fire Department began as a fraternal organization and was originally called the "Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company," and was the first chartered fire department in the state of North Carolina. This original company became inactive...
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...
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...