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Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes

Riverside hotel with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
NZ$258
avg per night

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Oriental, NC
  • Place, Oriental Dog Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Tryon Palace
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Other Space 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
The current price is NZ$258
avg per night

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About the area

Oriental

Located in Oriental, this hotel is in a rural area and on a river. Sea Gate Marina and Bock Marine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Alliance Recreation Park and North River. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.

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 - ‬1 min walk
  • Sea Shanty Restaurant
  • ‪Endurance Seafood - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fire Pit - ‬27 min drive

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 TV with Dish Network, CNN & ESPN
- 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.

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available

House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes?

As of 17 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes on 18 December 2025 start from NZ$323.51, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Oriental Dog Park and within 20 miles (32 km) of Alliance Recreation Park and Town of Grantsboro. Pamlico Community College and Health Center- Camp Sea Gull are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

This is the place to unplug!

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: From bike riding, using the pool, kayaking, walking and eating amazing food this place more than met our needs for a weekend to unplug and get away. If it wasn’t so hot we would have played tennis! We are hoping to bring the family, our adult children, here next year for a weekend away.
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10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

So comfortable!

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: My husband and I rented the room for 2 nights and really enjoyed it. It’s spacious and had everything we needed. The pillows and bed are incredibly comfortable. They even had amber lightbulbs in the bedside lamps. A nice touch for someone like me who hates the glare of bright white bulbs at night. The toiletries were generous and very nice and we had plenty of towels, so much so we didn’t end up using them all. The fridge was nice to have on hand and so was the coffee, as I’m an early riser and was up well before breakfast, so it was nice to have a cup while I waited for the world to wake up. It was also very quiet. We knew others were staying there, but we never heard them. The only negative was the elevator which was incredibly slow, but wasn’t a big deal once we got used to it.
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6/10 Okay

Becky T.

Okay but not great.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third stay at River Dunes. We stay rented a cottage the first time. The next time we rented a suite (facing the marina) but when we arrived they said they made a mistake and double booked our suite so we were put in a room with no view. The room was dark and dingy. We were given a discount but our stay was not as enjoyable. The next time was our anniversay and we stayed in Suite I. It was a nice stay - overlooking the marina, but the club house was not open and the cafe was on limited hours so we drove to Oriental to get things we could eat in the room. We booked the same Suite I this time but found out on the day of arrival that we were moved to Suite J - which was okay but again the view was of the parking lot and a dirt lot out of other window. The food and service in the clubhouse has gone down significantly since our first stay a few years ago.
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P.

Wonderful experience!

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: Had a wonderful time staying at the River Dunes. Not only was the place enjoyable, but the staff were so helpful and kind. My entire stay experience was such a delight.
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10/10 Excellent

David J.

Excellent Experience

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: The staff and accommodations were excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025