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

Sunshine Manor

Feel the historic appeal of downtown New Bern from this 3 bedroom 1940's refreshed bungalow walkable to Tryon Palace and everything downtown New Bern has to offer! Two marked parking spots available onsite with complimentary overflow parking...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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
Historic New Bern Charm with Unique Them...

This is a Historic Motel and All Rooms are Private. This listing is for a standard room, queen bed, modest refrigerator, microwave, tv/dvd, coffeemaker. Options for Upgrade to Oversized suites with full kitchens or 2BR 1 Bath cottages. with Living...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Unique Restored Barn Rental Perfect for ...

Constructed in the 1940s, this unique barn rental is near the Croatan National Forest and provides guests access to the Neuse River. It is a calming glamping hideaway with all the amenities of home. The rustic ambiance is complemented by antique...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Charming 1-bedroom studio with AC in New...

Stay comfortably in New Bern at this peaceful 1-bedroom studio. The space features a comfortable queen bed and a pretty bathroom with a exhilarating shower. Guests savor a cozy climate year-round thanks to air conditioning and heating. A hair dryer...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Waterfront property located in the resor...

Amazingly located; freshly rehabbed home in a waterfront gated community. Deepwater access with dock. 20 mins. from the historic town of New Bern. Walking/bicycle trails, golf course and more. Coastal communities within an hour drive or boat ride.

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

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...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

Lawson Creek Park

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...

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...

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).

Creekside Park

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...