[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes Riverfront cottage with a fitness center and a hot tub ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/220403d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/470c9acf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/dfdd67b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/44f0300b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/10ac2cf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – 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, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym. ### Entire home 1 bathroom336 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Gym - Hot tub - Dryer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – 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 A - HINKLEY 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 \- 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. ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 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 - 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 - 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 336 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/48328642.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes Oriental - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=112165466&PinnedHotelID=112165466&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 71 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=59147598&PinnedHotelID=59147598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 CA $153 CA $325 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&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 10 Exceptional 4 reviews CA $341 CA $414 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=112165469&PinnedHotelID=112165469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165443/e318324b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes Oriental - Pool - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews CA $243 CA $295 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=112165443&PinnedHotelID=112165443&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103123000/103122968/w507h683x259y0-19757db5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sailor’s Choice @ Blackwell Point Marina. 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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 2392-261765 ## 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 some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sea Gate Marina and Bock Marine. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby. [Visit our Oriental travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Oriental.dx183757) [View more Cottages in Oriental](https://www.expedia.ca/Oriental-Cottages.d183757-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - 26 min drive - 13.2 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 & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes on Oct 16, 2025 start from CA $312.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Oriental-Hotels-Romantic-Cozy-Retreat-For-Two-River-Dunes.h112165447.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 20 mi (32 km) of Bayboro Community Park, Alliance Recreation Park, and Pamlico County History Museum. Pamlico Co Heritage Center and Town of Grantsboro are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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