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Tranquil Oasis in Coastal NC - River Dunes
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Tranquil Oasis in Coastal NC - River Dunes
River Dunes is uniquely located on a 1,324 acre peninsula near the town of Oriental, North Carolina. Situated on the Neuse River where it meets the Pamlico Sound, the community’s waterfront location provides deep-water access to the nearby Intracoastal Waterway, coastal towns, cruising destinations and anchorages.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
- Harborside Pool & Hot Tubs
- Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Fine Dining at Harbor Club
- Casual Dining at Yawl's Cafe
- Bicycles, Kayaks & SUP Boards
- Poolside Cabana Bar (operating seasonally)
- Provision Co featuring Snacks, Drinks, Ice, Toiletries, River Dunes Gear & More
- Chandlery Lounge Area
- Billiards & Games
- Boaters' Lounger
- Fitness Center
MARINA
- Floating Docks with Full-Length Finger Piers
- Slips Accommodating Boats up to 150' and 7' Draft
- On Site Dockmaster & Dockhands to Assist as Needed
- Fuel Dock, Boat Ramp & Boat Trailer Storage
- Onsite Fishing in Designated Areas
COTTAGE F - HATTERAS CAPTAIN COTTAGE
- 1 King Bed
- Gas Fireplace
- Walk-in Shower
- Granite Vanity with Hairdryer
- Compact Closet with Iron & Ironing Board
- Flat-Screen Smart TV
- Kitchenette with Bistro Table, Keurig Coffee Maker, Mini-Fridge, Toaster & Microwave
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cozy Reading Nook & Workspace
- Front Porch with Rocking Chair, Table & Lamp
- Screened-in Porch with Picnic Table, Rocking Chairs and Tables Shared with the Cottage E
- Outdoor communal space shared with others in the courtyard with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs and firewood
- We do allow pets in this Cottage, but an additional fee of $150/pet plus 6.75 %tax will be added to your reservation.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
River Dunes is easily accessible from I-95 and I-40 via US I-42/HWY 70 East and NC HWY 55 East. Air Travel is available from Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) in New Bern via American Airways. A variety of car rental companies are available at the airport.
DRIVE TIMES
- Oriental, NC- 10 mins
- New Bern, NC- 35 mins
- Beaufort, NC- 1.25 hours
- Atlantic Beach, NC- 1.5 hours
- Jacksonville, NC- 1.25 hours
- Greenville, NC- 1.25 hours
- Raleigh, NC- 2.5 hours
- Wilmington, NC- 2.5 hours
- Charlotte, NC- 5 hours
- Charleston, NC- 5.5 hours
- Washington, DC- 5.5 hours
RENTAL AGREEMENT
A formal Rental Agreement will be sent for e-signature within 24 hours of booking. This must be completed within 48 hours of receiving to confirm and hold a reservation.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
- Harborside Pool & Hot Tubs
- Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Fine Dining at Harbor Club
- Casual Dining at Yawl's Cafe
- Bicycles, Kayaks & SUP Boards
- Poolside Cabana Bar (operating seasonally)
- Provision Co featuring Snacks, Drinks, Ice, Toiletries, River Dunes Gear & More
- Chandlery Lounge Area
- Billiards & Games
- Boaters' Lounger
- Fitness Center
MARINA
- Floating Docks with Full-Length Finger Piers
- Slips Accommodating Boats up to 150' and 7' Draft
- On Site Dockmaster & Dockhands to Assist as Needed
- Fuel Dock, Boat Ramp & Boat Trailer Storage
- Onsite Fishing in Designated Areas
COTTAGE F - HATTERAS CAPTAIN COTTAGE
- 1 King Bed
- Gas Fireplace
- Walk-in Shower
- Granite Vanity with Hairdryer
- Compact Closet with Iron & Ironing Board
- Flat-Screen Smart TV
- Kitchenette with Bistro Table, Keurig Coffee Maker, Mini-Fridge, Toaster & Microwave
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cozy Reading Nook & Workspace
- Front Porch with Rocking Chair, Table & Lamp
- Screened-in Porch with Picnic Table, Rocking Chairs and Tables Shared with the Cottage E
- Outdoor communal space shared with others in the courtyard with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs and firewood
- We do allow pets in this Cottage, but an additional fee of $150/pet plus 6.75 %tax will be added to your reservation.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
River Dunes is easily accessible from I-95 and I-40 via US I-42/HWY 70 East and NC HWY 55 East. Air Travel is available from Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) in New Bern via American Airways. A variety of car rental companies are available at the airport.
DRIVE TIMES
- Oriental, NC- 10 mins
- New Bern, NC- 35 mins
- Beaufort, NC- 1.25 hours
- Atlantic Beach, NC- 1.5 hours
- Jacksonville, NC- 1.25 hours
- Greenville, NC- 1.25 hours
- Raleigh, NC- 2.5 hours
- Wilmington, NC- 2.5 hours
- Charlotte, NC- 5 hours
- Charleston, NC- 5.5 hours
- Washington, DC- 5.5 hours
RENTAL AGREEMENT
A formal Rental Agreement will be sent for e-signature within 24 hours of booking. This must be completed within 48 hours of receiving to confirm and hold a reservation.
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Amenities
Pool
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Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Oriental
Located in Oriental, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Pamlico County History Museum and Core Creek Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North River and Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.

Oriental, NC
What's nearby
- Oriental Dog Park - 23 min drive - 13.2 km
- New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 57 min drive - 67.1 km
- Union Point Park - 57 min drive - 67.1 km
- New Bern Grand Marina - 58 min drive - 66.7 km
- Tryon Palace - 58 min drive - 68.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Yawl’s Cafe - 2 min walk
- Endurance Seafood - 26 min drive
- Fire Pit - 27 min drive
- Sea Shanty Restaurant
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
29 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth B.
8 Nov, 2025
River Dunes, Awesome Place.
Kenneth B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jerry M.
29 Aug, 2025
River Dunes Cottage stay
Jerry M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Betsy G.
30 Jun, 2025
Just lovely
Betsy G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anna A.
19 Jul, 2025
River Dunes
Anna A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Mooresville, NC
24 Apr, 2025
Great place!
A guest from Mooresville, NC
Verified
8/10 Good
Robby H.
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robby H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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