Plymouth, NC is a charming small riverfront town on the Roanoke River with historic sites, a handful of local museums, easy outdoor access and an affordable, low‑stress pace that makes multi‑week stays pleasant rather than isolating—great for travel therapists who want downtime plus a sense of local character rather than nonstop nightlife.
For bigger-weekend options, Greenville is roughly a 40–50 mile drive with a larger dining and entertainment scene, Elizabeth City sits about 50–52 miles away with waterfront attractions, and New Bern is around 72 miles with a lively historic downtown—each reachable for day or weekend escapes to keep longer assignments interesting.