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

Updated New Bern Home < 3 Mi to Historic...

Immerse yourself in the rich history of North Carolina's first capital when you book a stay at, ‘The Meadows Cottage,’ a 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental in New Bern! The charmingly located abode is less than 3 miles from the area's top...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Quiet suburban neighborhood

Welcome to your dream hideaway in New Bern! This elegantly refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is the epitome of comfort and convenience. Located on a peaceful dead-end street, this getaway offers a serene escape while being just a stone's throw...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Spotless, comfortable and safe. Great lo...

This home is a little jewel with a pretty fenced in back yard which you and your furry friends will appreciate. Ideal for a weekend hideaway, a full vacation, an opportunity to meet with family, to attend a graduation, or to visit your favorite...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
PEACE AND QUIET..  residential

A calming setting peaceful neighborhood for just calming. Clean and disinfected. Nice big back yard. Home has all to make your stay comfortable. Linens supplied. Some paper products, a front porch , lawn chairs (5) If your one for barbecuing bring...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Victorian New Bern Vacation Rental In Do...

You can have a Victorian experience firsthand at this refurbished North Carolina apartment. Constructed in 1880 and refreshed with all the modern amenities, this vacation rental features antique furnishings, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, WiFi, and more. This...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Downtown Historic New Bern Apartment Nex...

Located in the heart of downtown historic New Bern, this gorgeous apartment has 2 bedrooms 2 full baths. With one king, one queen, a pull out couch and blow up bed, there’s plenty of space for everybody. The space is dog friendly, so the whole...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Pamlico Highlights

Old theater

Visitors can get a taste of Oriental's small but thriving art scene with a visit to The Old Theater, a stark white and impressively large two-story building located on the corner of Broad and Church Streets. Showcasing a number of performances...

Washington, NC Guide

The town of Washington is rapidly becoming one of the highlights of North Carolina's Inner Banks due to its small town charm, incredible location along the Pamlico River, and eclectic blend of boutiques, restaurants, and attractions. This small...

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.

North Carolina History Center

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

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...

Festival Park

Washington's Festival Park may look like a scenic and quiet natural park during a typical day in the downtown area, but the park comes to life regularly with an assortment of movies, concerts and festivals that have put the small town of Washington...