Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes

Oriental guestroom with kitchen

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Oriental, NC
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
  • Place, Oriental Dog Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Oriental

Seaside stay .You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Pamlico Co Heritage Center and 25 miles (40 km) of Health Center- Camp Sea Gull. Kennel Beach and Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok Trail are also within 25 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Oriental Dog Park - 23 min drive - 13.2 km
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 57 min drive - 67.1 km
  • Union Point Park - 57 min drive - 67.1 km
  • New Bern Grand Marina - 58 min drive - 66.7 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 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Endurance Seafood - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fire Pit - ‬27 min drive
  • Sea Shanty Restaurant

About this property

Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - 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


SUITE I

- 1 King Bed
- Shower/Tub Combination
- Granite Vanity with Hairdryer
- Closet with Iron & Ironing Board
- Flat-Screen Smart TV
- Kitchenette with Keurig Coffee Maker, Mini-Fridge, Toaster & Microwave
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cozy Reading Nook & Workspace


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.

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Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Communal pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Tennis

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes to the airport?

This hotel is 32.1 mi (52-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this hotel.

Does Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes offer free breakfast?

This hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

Is there free parking at Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes to downtown Oriental?

This hotel is 6.5 mi away from Oriental.

Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025