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

Cozy New Bern Getaway < 2 Mi to Trent Ri...

Easily discover the city of New Bern from this striking 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 as...

  • New Bern
  • 3 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 spectacular vistas make this a ideal home base for your New...

  • New Bern
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Clean Comfortable Corner Home in Colonia...

Ideal location for family and friends during a visit to New Bern. Totally furnished with all necessary amenities. Less than 2.5 miles to historic downtown and conveniently located near eateries, shopping and medical facilities. Our property is best...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Charming, warm & tranquil historic downt...

1880 historic home, completely modernized in historic downtown adjacent to Tryon Palace gardens/stores/cafe. Home is all about comfort, southern appeal, modern amenities & has 4 gas fireplaces (living room, dining room, 2 bedrooms) a loft sleeps 3...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
2 Mi to Downtown: Pet-Friendly Home in N...

Quiet Location (End of Street) | Fenced-In Fire Pit Area | Massage Chair | Arcade ConsoleLocated in the beautiful city of New Bern, with simple access to eateries, museums, and outdoor recreation, this 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental home provides an...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
New Bern Home w/ Direct Access to Neuse ...

Appreciate a calming getaway at this impressive 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow in New Bern, North Carolina! Sitting along the banks of the Neuse River with over 2 acres of land, this vacation rental offers families and friends a place to really get away...

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

Pamlico Highlights

Belhaven Memorial Museum

The Belhaven Memorial Museum clearly holds the title as one of the most distinctive and unique museums in Eastern North Carolina, with a collection that includes historical artifacts, scientific oddities, and everything in between.

Oriental Harbor Marina

The Oriental Harbor Marina, located at the mouth of the wide open Neuse River, is a paradise for local boat lovers or mariners just passing through along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

Roanoke River Lighthouse

Edenton visitors who haven't explored this northern corner of the Inner Banks in a few years may be surprised to find a new, stunning structure perched above the open sound-facing waters of Edenton Harbor. This remarkable site is the Roanoke River...

Down East Canvas and Gallery

The Down East Canvas and Gallery, located at the foot of the bridge in Oriental, is one of the Pamlico region's most interesting art spaces, with quite an unusual history to boot. With an avid collection that spans from the practical, (namely canvas...

Havelock, NC

While the small town of Havelock is often overshadowed by its Crystal Coast neighbors, the city is nonetheless a prime waterfront retreat for eastern North Carolina visitors who want to experience the real everyday life of the Inner Banks. Home to...

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...

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