Title: Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes Riverside cottage with fitness centre and Hot tub ## Photo gallery for Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes ![Terrace/patio - Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/ebc12532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina - Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/10ac2cf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/5897e173.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/18bdc264.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes (Oriental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165447/220403d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym. ### Entire home 1 bathroom336 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi £222 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage 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 Smart TV \- 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 transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118090000/118082400/118082360/e5fb081a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historical Mattocks House - Waterfront, Downtown Swansboro, Boat Slip Swansboro Historic District - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=118082360&PinnedHotelID=118082360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165435/a90312b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint Escape to the Waterfront - River Dunes Oriental - Pool - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £174 includes taxes & fees 21 Jan - 22 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=112165435&PinnedHotelID=112165435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112170000/112165500/112165443/b4ab1a2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Retreat in Coastal NC - River Dunes Oriental - Pool - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews £174 includes taxes & fees 21 Jan - 22 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=112165443&PinnedHotelID=112165443&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119650000/119645300/119645278/7b4446b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marina View Bliss New Bern - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 1 review £291 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=119645278&PinnedHotelID=119645278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809900/105809805/3aebdec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On the water with kayaks and a launch, 5 mins from beach, Everything you need! 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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.co.uk/Oriental.dx183757) [View more Cottages in Oriental](https://www.expedia.co.uk/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 - ![dog golden retriever playing with Asian family in park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/906163068793409536/477ad32c-4c51-4873-a285-1117e8c435b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oriental Dog Park 23 min drive \- 8.2 miles - ![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 \- 42.3 miles - New Bern Riverfront Convention Center 57 min drive \- 41.7 miles - New Bern Grand Marina 58 min drive \- 41.5 miles - Pepsi Museum 58 min drive \- 42.1 miles ### 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes? ### Is Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes? ### Where is Romantic & Cozy Retreat for Two – River Dunes located? ## Have a question? 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