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Welcome to the Inner Banks. Those who visit Washington, N.C., witness the perfect blend of rich history, natural beauty and quaint southern culture.
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WASHINGTON, N.C.

nown as the “Heart of the Inner Banks,” this remarkable town is steeped in a history that begins and ends with water.

Founded on the Tar and Pamlico rivers in 1776, Washington has a waterfront that leads out into the Pamlico Sound as well as the Intracoastal Waterway. The community allows 48-hour free docking along the waterfront, encouraging visitors to linger, enjoying the great restaurants, antique shops and art galleries within walking distance.

Those without water transportation can enjoy the sights and sounds via the Pamlico River Bayview-Aurora Ferry, which operates throughout the year. Sailboat charters are available for the more adventurous, and kayak, bicycle and segway rentals offer an at-your-own-speed pace for exploration.

Landlubbers may prefer tackling one of four golf courses, going biking or birding, or simply taking a walking tour of the town. Wine enthusiasts may want to visit Bennett Vineyards, the largest muscadine and scuppernong vineyard in the Carolinas. (The wine is sweet, with an unusual and addicting taste. It is also full of healthy antioxidants – in moderation, of course.)

earby Bath is the oldest town in North Carolina, and home to Blackbeard the pirate. Also close is the small community of Aurora, home to the Aurora Fossil Museum that tells the story of the formation of the Coastal Plain from the birth of the Atlantic Ocean.

Chris Furlough is a lifetime Beaufort County resident who has always appreciated the unique characteristics that make up “little” Washington. His vision to combine Washington’s considerable charms with a new “traditional neighborhood” called Somerset is taking shape.


	“We are meeting a number of active adults who want to live in our community,” he explained, noting that downsizing from large homes has become a priority.

“Many people don’t want to spend their time on maintenance and landscaping and we are very sensitive to that,” he said.

Karl and Treva Anderson, of Anderson Construction, are the primary building contractors for Somerset. After years in Ohio, they decided to live “somewhere between Washington, D.C., and Houston, Texas,” and eventually chose North Carolina. “I love the climate and sailing,” Mr. Anderson said. As a former chemist with a wife who is an environmental engineer, the Andersons understand the importance of treading lightly on the land, while building a community that encourages friendships and socializing. Somerset is located within the city limits of Washington – convenient to its many attractions.

“We’ve really learned to appreciate the safety and friendliness of a small Southern town,” he said. The Andersons also enjoy the many restaurants available to them, including the The Meeting Place, Blackbeard’s, Pia’s of Washington, Down on Main Street and The Curiosity Shoppe. With so much to do, it’s no wonder babyboomers are discovering Washington and all of Beaufort County.


	click on this book image to read more about ... the north carolina atlas: portrait for a new century, written by douglas milton orr, alfred w. stuart and james b. hunt.

Katherine Pettit has worked as a writer, magazine editor, printer and public relations consultant. The Columbia resident has published more than 250 articles in magazines and newspapers. Her writing explores a variety of subjects including travel, lifestyles, business and management

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