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Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes

Riverside cottage with Hot tub and fitness centre

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)

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A firepit, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and a gym are available to all guests.

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1 bedroom1 bathroom37 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Cottage Awaits - 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 E - HATTER CREW 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 F
- 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.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Hot tub

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a river

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Gym
Kayak
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Sailing nearby

Safety features

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)

General

Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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

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

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

Property is also known as

2392-261770

About the area

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 Raccoon Island. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting. Visit our Oriental travel guide

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Oriental, NC

What's nearby

Union Point Park
57 min drive - 67.1 km
Tryon Palace
58 min drive - 68.1 km
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
57 min drive - 67.1 km
New Bern Grand Marina
58 min drive - 66.7 km
Pepsi Museum
58 min drive - 67.7 km

Getting around

New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
52 min drive

Restaurants

Yawl’s Cafe
2 min walk
Sea Shanty Restaurant
Fire Pit
27 min drive
Endurance Seafood
26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 25 miles (40 km) of Pamlico County History Museum, Town of Grantsboro and Health Center- Camp Sea Gull. Kennel Beach and Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok Trail are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Nikki N.

2 Sept 2025

Wonderful

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 had the most relaxing weekend. Everything is so clean and well kept. The kids had a blast and so did the adults! Can’t wait to come back.