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

Walk to Downtown New Bern! Historic Fami...

2 Living Areas | Private Office | Bring Your BoatHistoric appeal meets coastal relaxation at this inviting New Bern vacation rental. Soak up the sun on the private patio before strolling to Tryon Palace or a waterfront restaurant of your choice...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Captain’s Quarters

Feel Fairfield Harbour in this 3BR/3BA home with gorgeous marina vistas, sleeping 6. Three patios invite morning coffee or evening wine, while the master suite has a private patio. Other bedrooms offer breathtaking vistas, and one features...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Sand Castle Village Townhome-3BR, Pool, ...

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 amenities including indoor and outdoor...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour - 2 Bedroom

Summary:Fairfield Harbour sits along the banks of the Neuse River in appealing 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
Adorable 2-bedroom house with Fire Pit, ...

Entirely remodeled historic home in downtown New Bern blending appeal and modern comfort. Features 2 king master suites with private baths, a queen Murphy bed, and 2.5 baths total. Appreciate a private fenced yard with gated parking for 5+ cars, hot...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
New Bern Condo-Waterfront, Pools, Hot Tu...

Summary:Discover the ideal family hideaway in this impressive 2-bedroom condo in New Bern, NC. Located within a resort, you'll have access to indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and a hot tub. Explore local attractions, including downtown New Bern's...

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

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...

Oriental Hisory Museum

The Oriental History Museum is one of Oriental's "newest" attractions, and since opening its storefront doors less than a decade ago, the museum has welcomed thousands of visitors in search of an inside-look of Oriental's celebrated maritime...

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.

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...

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.

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...