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River Dunes - Grand Banks Cottage D

Cottage in Oriental, NC

7 guests·2 bedrooms·3 bathrooms
4.8 · 6 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Poolside sunsets and spa access enhance waterfront relaxation every evening.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Marina access and dock support fuel effortless boating adventures.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Cozy living space with a gas fireplace and dedicated workspace.

Property details

2 Queens, 1 Full, 1 Twin 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 D - GRAND BANKS COTTAGE - 2 Bedrooms with Queen Beds - 1 Loft with 1 Twin Bed and 1 Full Size Bed - Walk-in Shower & Claw-foot Bathtubs - Granite Vanities with Hairdryers - Compact Closet with Iron & Ironing Board - Flat-Screen Smart TVs - Full Kitchen with Keurig Coffee Maker, Fridge, Oven, Microwave & Dishwasher - Living Room with Gas Fireplace - 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. Minimum age to book this property is : 25

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Pool

    Pool

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Deck

    Deck

Guest reviews

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Clyda J.

Banks Cottage D

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October 2026

Oh my goodness!!! Best cottage ever!!! We felt like we were at home!!!! The cottage was rustic and almost made us think we could have been in the mountains!! We were there for our granddaughter’s wedding and the accommodations were excellent!!! The venue was amazing and the staff made us feel like their family! We HIGHLY recommend!!!!

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Chris B.

Perfect Weekend!

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November 2025

Absolutely Awesome!! A perfect weekend getaway!

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William T.

Get Away

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November 2025

Excellent

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Jamie S.

Like living on a Pirate Ship

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October 2025

Loved our little cottage for the week, was clean and well equipped.
Could have used a few more basics in the kitchen, but otherwise fine. Julie with Accomodations is an absolute joy to work with, professional, helpful and kind! Upstairs shower needs some TLC but all in all we were pleased.

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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