Waterfront Getaway in Coastal NC – River Dunes | Cottage in Oriental

8.8 (6 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  2 Bathrooms  4 Guests
Oriental Cottage | Waterfront Getaway in Coastal NC – River Dunes

1 Bedroom Cottage in Oriental

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 C - SABRE COTTAGE
- 1 Bedroom with King Bed
- 1 Loft with 2 Twin Beds
- Walk-in Shower
- Dual Granite Vanity with Hairdryer
- 2nd Bathroom with Clawfoot Bathtub
- Compact Closet with Iron & Ironing Board
- Flat-Screen Smart TV
- Kitchenette with dining table, Keurig Coffee Maker, Mini-Fridge, Toaster & Microwave
- Petite living room space with TV, loveseat and armchair downstairs
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cozy Reading Nook & Workspace
- Front Porch with Rocking Chair, Table & Lamp
- Outdoor communal space shared with others in the courtyard with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs and firewood
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.

Waterfront Getaway in Coastal NC – River Dunes is located in Oriental. Waterfront Getaway in Coastal NC – River Dunes provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Cottage features Kitchen, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Getaway in Coastal NC – River Dunes has 1 Bedroom , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Oriental has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Oriental, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shower
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness center
Entertainment
  • Arcade/game room
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)
  • English
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
Guest Services
  • Phone
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
Outdoors
  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Hannah T.
Sep 22, 2025 12:15:00 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent three unforgettable nights at River Dunes and already wish we could go back. The location is remote in the best way. It is peaceful, scenic, and perfect for unwinding. Every detail felt thoughtfully curated, from the warm hospitality of the staff to the incredible food that made each meal feel like a treat. It’s rare to find a place that feels both luxurious and deeply comforting, but River Dunes nailed it. We left feeling grateful, and just a little bit heartbroken to say goodbye.
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