Title: Romantic Cottage Awaits - 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 # Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes Riverfront cottage with a hot tub and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes ![Terrace/patio - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/07e7053a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/5a5c937f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/77db6923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/9d66e329.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165466/8d421309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a gym are available to all guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## 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 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - 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; 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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 2392-261770 ## 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 Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking. [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 - ![Christmas Wreath hanging from a light post in Union Point Park, New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/650282664063410176/f4817465-f845-484d-85a2-c18b8ac65e21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Union Point Park 57 min drive \- 67.1 km - ![Historic Tryon House in New Bern North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222825/ab03f22e-77eb-432f-babf-296fdaefdc04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) 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? ### Is Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Romantic Cottage Awaits - River Dunes Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 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 #### Nikki N. Sep 2, 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. ##### Nikki N. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [5 Mi to Sapphire Valley Skiing: Serene Family Home](https://www.expedia.ca/Sapphire-Hotels-Sapphire-Vacation-Rental-1-Mi-To-Whisper-Lake.h100464043.Hotel-Information) > > [Crab Shack - Ocracoke Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocracoke-Hotels-Ocracoke-Cottage-Within-Walking-Distance-Of-Shops-And-Restaurants.h70002481.Hotel-Information) > > [Wilstone Lodge-Pool&Lake Access-Walk to Waterfalls](https://www.expedia.ca/Sapphire-Hotels-Wilstone-Lodge-PoolLake-Access-Secluded-Bliss-Walk-To-Waterfalls.h66860565.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! 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