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

4bdrm/Gym/Arcade/Theater/Jacuzzi

Welcome to The Village Retreat, a roomy and comfortable home designed for families, groups, business travelers, and anyone looking to relax while exploring New Bern.The home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with plenty of room for everybody to...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour | 2BR/2BA 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
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Grey Goose (Waterfront) Historic New...

My home is a cute 3 bed 2 bath on deep water Brices Creek, ideal for swimming, boating, fishing and this property has its own Private Beach! Only six mins. to Historic Downtown New Bern. Located on a peaceful enormous private wooded lot with giant...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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
Comfortable 3 Bedroom Home with King Sui...

Just 2 miles from Copper Ridge Wedding Venue, this comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the ideal blend of privacy, entertainment, and convenience. Located in a peaceful neighborhood, it’s an ideal stay for families, wedding guests, and those...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
The Crow's Nest

Welcome to our striking 1-bedroom condo, ideally located on the marina in the Fairfield Harbour neighborhood. Savor striking water vistas and the convenience of two full bathrooms, a entirely equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a Murphy bed in...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Pamlico Highlights

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...

Oriental History

What we now know as Oriental was first settled about 1870 by Louis B. Midyette. He took shelter in the area's natural harbor on the Neuse River and the mouth of Smith Creek when he was blown off course on his way to New Bern.

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...

Belhaven, NC

The little town of Belhaven may be a blink-and-you'll-miss-it town, but Eastern North Carolina visitors who decide to take the long way home along US Highway 264 will be rewarded with a visit to a picturesque waterfront town that is filled with...

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.

New Bern Battlefield Park

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.