Title: Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes Riverfront cottage with a fitness center and a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165449/2d58ea84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165449/88e75f9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165449/3d6d5cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165449/d58e8a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165449/10df2449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, laundry facilities, and a gym at Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bathroom400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Gym - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - 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 B - GRADY WHITE COTTAGE \- 1 Queen Bed \- Walk-in Shower \- Dual Granite Vanity with Hairdryer \- Compact Closet with Iron & Ironing Board \- Flat-Screen TV with Dish Network, CNN & ESPN \- Kitchenette with Keurig Coffee Maker, Mini-Fridge, Toaster & Microwave \- Complimentary Wi-Fi \- 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. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76580000/76579500/76579468/8b876e65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adorable 1 Bedroom waterfront with kitchenette private dock pet friendly Oriental - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=76579468&PinnedHotelID=76579468&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165469/2a0c8049.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Oasis in Coastal NC - River Dunes Oriental - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $337 CA $412 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=112165469&PinnedHotelID=112165469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457100/34457054/ca208e9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rose Cottage Boasting of Charm, Charm and more Charm Oriental - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=34457054&PinnedHotelID=34457054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115620000/115611900/115611806/666eda22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 1-bedroom apartment in Oriental/ King Size Oriental - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 8.4 Very good 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=115611806&PinnedHotelID=115611806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59147600/59147598/5c280113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Getaway in sailing village of Oriental Oriental - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=59147598&PinnedHotelID=59147598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115620000/115613200/115613149/5572198a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Location in Oriental, NC! 2 Queens! 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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 2392-261766 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.08580%2C-76.60043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=77uaaSU9Eh8HVTUthE73bGQNVmU=) 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 - New Bern Grand Marina \- 58 min drive \- 66.7 km - Pepsi Museum \- 58 min drive \- 67.7 km - Tryon Palace \- 58 min drive \- 68.1 km #### Getting around - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Yawl’s Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Endurance Seafood - ‬26 min drive - Sea Shanty Restaurant - ‪Fire Pit - ‬27 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes? ### Is Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful Waterfront - Cozy Cottage - River Dunes Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra B. Jul 7, 2025 #### Fantastic! 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: Temperature was perfect. The bed was very comfortable and room very cozy and clean. Shower was amazing!! Will come again for sure!! ##### Alexandra B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danny S. Jul 28, 2025 #### Weekend get away Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great spot, friendly staff. Food at the club wasn’t the best, but the drinks and atmosphere were fantastic! The gym and pickle ball are fun and easy to get to. Everything is walkable inside River Dunes and “town” is only a few minutes away. ##### Danny S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### tom m. Aug 3, 2025 #### River dunes Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great cottage in virtually every way! Two minor issues, wifi was very, very, slow and it would be nice to have 2 chairs in the room. Everything else 5\*\*\*\*\* 1 ##### tom m. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura T. Jul 24, 2025 #### Beautiful Community Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The room was beautiful and very clean. I would suggest a sponge if you're going to provide dish detergent. The pool water was very dirty. We really wished it was cleaner. It kind of grossed us out. ##### Laura T. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Cherokee-Hotels-Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Resort.h13319510.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! 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