
This is your haven on the water. A close-to-everything, well connected retreat that welcomes you home.
Albemarle is a lush, waterfront haven where you can find your center. And it’s made all the more perfect by being an easy drive from major metro areas. We’re also a quick jump to a colorful cast of coastal towns small and large with major character and charm. That’s part of the magic of life here on the Inner Banks.
As a waterfront community, Albemarle Plantation may seem off the beaten path. And that’s just the way we like it. Those who find this paradise must come seeking it. And yet, we’re not remote— in fact, day to day conveniences and necessities are easy to access—shopping, dining, healthcare, entertainment and services. And, as one of the northern-most regions in the Carolinas, getting back
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Outer Banks
You’ll find all of the traditional beach activities like fishing and miniature golf. But you’ll also find treasures unique to Outer Banks Beaches: the 30,000-acre Cape Hatteras National Seashore; America’s tallest historic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras; Jockey’s Ridge, the largest sand dune in the east. Soar over to the Wright Brother’s Memorial where the brothers took the first manned flight over 100 years ago. Take in “The Lost Colony,” the longest running outdoor theater production in the country. Catch a glimpse of the Colonial Spanish Mustangs that roam free on the northern beaches. Add to this, seven coastal golf courses and 300+ memorable local restaurants, and you’ll see why we love being neighbors with Mother Nature’s Amusement Park.
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Virginia Beach & Norfolk
We are fortunate to be an easy drive to so much. Both Virginia Beach and Norfolk, in the bustling Coastal Virginia region, offer major brand, big shopping, exciting cultural events and incredible variety.
Plan a day trip to Virginia Beach or Norfolk for a day shopping with friends at major malls or eclectic shopping villages. Or plan an outing to enjoy the arts—Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, Harrison Opera House in Chesapeake. Head to Norfolk to explore the NEON Arts District, enjoy world-class cuisine, wine bars, wineries and breweries, and the 1-million square foot MacArthur Center for shopping, dining and more.
Headed farther afield? It’s a snap with the Norfolk International Airport so close. Whether it’s world-class entertainment, five-star cuisine, or epic shopping, this well-connected metro area can deliver.
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Edenton - “One of America’s Prettiest Towns” - Forbes
Voted by Forbes.com as one of America’s Prettiest Towns, Edenton is a waterfront village with southern grace and colonial history, but it’s also a growing eco-tourism destination. In the Edenton/Chowan area you can excite your outdoorsy side with a wealth of eco-tourism activities including birding, paddling, camping, biking, boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife. With canoe and kayak trails that explore the waterways, and biking routes that wind past historic colonial architecture or along country roads, it’s easy to take in the unique character of this lovely town.
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Elizabeth City, an Emerging Cultural Hub
Elizabeth City has long been known as one of the Best Small Towns in America, and the Harbor of Hospitality. With an active and growing arts and performance community, you can fill your schedule with something every night of the week in Elizabeth City. The downtown waterfront is home to many local restaurants and pubs that serve delicious food, spirits, and feature live music or poetry readings. Discover their world-class art facility with a gallery, classes and theatre. Come and take part in traditional community events like enjoying old movies or live music on the riverfront Green in summer and fall, or the shop the Downtown Waterfront Market for crafts, fresh produce and more. Here, you’ll also find an active local community theatre, and Elizabeth City State University with a state-of-the-art planetarium, sports events and more. This vibrant city is a dynamic place where the arts thrive, and the community enjoys being active and engaged.
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Hertford, the quintessential small Southern town
Hertford is a place where you’ll experience old-fashioned southern hospitality and a relaxed way of life. An all-American town that is uniquely North Carolina, it’s the 7th oldest town in the State and celebrates its distinct flavor of small town culture throughout the year. Hertford is a close-knit neighborhood type of town where you’ll feel at home in no time. Tour historic homes and sites, enjoy community workshops and activities, and enjoy the area’s hospitality. A few of our favorites things to do: picnic under the pavilion and look out on the river, watch the waterfowl and the activity at Hertford’s “quirky little landmark,” The Turtle Log. Stroll to Woodard’s Pharmacy for a fresh squeezed orangeade at the soda fountain. Canoe or kayak or set out in your boat for a day of sailing, water skiing or fishing along Hertford’s coast. However you spend your day in Hertford, you’re sure to feel the warm, small town welcome it’s known for.
the area
Outer Banks
You’ll find all of the traditional beach activities like fishing and miniature golf. But you’ll also find treasures unique to Outer Banks Beaches: the 30,000-acre Cape Hatteras National Seashore; America’s tallest historic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras; Jockey’s Ridge, the largest sand dune in the east. Soar over to the Wright Brother’s Memorial where the brothers took the first manned flight over 100 years ago. Take in “The Lost Colony,” the longest running outdoor theater production in the country. Catch a glimpse of the Colonial Spanish Mustangs that roam free on the northern beaches. Add to this, seven coastal golf courses and 300+ memorable local restaurants, and you’ll see why we love being neighbors with Mother Nature’s Amusement Park.
the area
Virginia Beach & Norfolk
We are fortunate to be an easy drive to so much. Both Virginia Beach and Norfolk, in the bustling Coastal Virginia region, offer major brand, big shopping, exciting cultural events and incredible variety.
Plan a day trip to Virginia Beach or Norfolk for a day shopping with friends at major malls or eclectic shopping villages. Or plan an outing to enjoy the arts—Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, Harrison Opera House in Chesapeake. Head to Norfolk to explore the NEON Arts District, enjoy world-class cuisine, wine bars, wineries and breweries, and the 1-million square foot MacArthur Center for shopping, dining and more.
Headed farther afield? It’s a snap with the Norfolk International Airport so close. Whether it’s world-class entertainment, five-star cuisine, or epic shopping, this well-connected metro area can deliver.
the area
Edenton - “One of America’s Prettiest Towns” - Forbes
Voted by Forbes.com as one of America’s Prettiest Towns, Edenton is a waterfront village with southern grace and colonial history, but it’s also a growing eco-tourism destination. In the Edenton/Chowan area you can excite your outdoorsy side with a wealth of eco-tourism activities including birding, paddling, camping, biking, boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife. With canoe and kayak trails that explore the waterways, and biking routes that wind past historic colonial architecture or along country roads, it’s easy to take in the unique character of this lovely town.
the area
Elizabeth City, an Emerging Cultural Hub
Elizabeth City has long been known as one of the Best Small Towns in America, and the Harbor of Hospitality. With an active and growing arts and performance community, you can fill your schedule with something every night of the week in Elizabeth City. The downtown waterfront is home to many local restaurants and pubs that serve delicious food, spirits, and feature live music or poetry readings. Discover their world-class art facility with a gallery, classes and theatre. Come and take part in traditional community events like enjoying old movies or live music on the riverfront Green in summer and fall, or the shop the Downtown Waterfront Market for crafts, fresh produce and more. Here, you’ll also find an active local community theatre, and Elizabeth City State University with a state-of-the-art planetarium, sports events and more. This vibrant city is a dynamic place where the arts thrive, and the community enjoys being active and engaged.
The region around Albemarle Plantation offers all the day-to-day services we expect, plus a robust variety of healthcare, education and environmental preservation.
Higher Education
East Carolina University
Elizabeth City State University
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Chowan University
College of the Albemarle
Hospitals
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center – Elizabeth City, NC
Vidant Chowan Hospital – Edenton, NC
Vidant Medical Center – Greenville, NC
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital – Norfolk, VA
Parks and Nature Preserves
Dismal Swamp State Park
Goose Creek State Park
Merchants Millpond State Park
Pettigrew State Park
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge
Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge
Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge
Life at Albemarle is unforgettable. Think about beginning your new adventure.
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