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2026 Washington Activities Guide

Downtown Historic New Bern Apartment Nex...

Located in the heart of downtown historic New Bern, this beautiful 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
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...

New Bern Home w/ Water View ~ 6 Mi to Do...

Cruise into your next adventure at this New Bern vacation rental! With vistas of the Neuse River from the open-concept living room and the wraparound deck, this 2-bed + loft, 2-bath home feels cavernous and airy. The home's location just 6 miles...

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

New Bern Waterfront Sunset 3 Bedroom Hom...

Escape to waterfront serenity in this modern 3-bed, 2.5-bath home perched along the Neuse River. Savor sweeping river vistas, private dock access, and direct water access—just across from historic New Bern, and only 30 mins. from the ocean—a...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2026

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

The Hideaway; Hot tub, Fire Pit, and Pat...

Hot tub! Campfire! Back Patio! 2 miles from public boat ramp at Brices Creek Recreation Area. 6 miles from downtown New Bern! The adjustable king bed in the master bedroom will make you feel right at home! The split floor plan accepts to complete...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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.

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...

North Carolina Estuarium

The North Carolina Estuarium is one of the highlights of Little Washington's downtown scene, and for good reason. The 12,500 square foot structure, which has served as an educational center since it was first managed by the Partnership for the...

Havens Gardens Park

Life in Little Washington revolves around the water, and this extends to all forms of recreation, including the local parks. The Havens Garden Park is a peaceful retreat located just off of Park Drive and Washington's thriving downtown, and offers...