A very special destination awaits you at River Dunes, where the Neuse River meets the Pamlico Sound. Picture waterfront views, a steady breeze and the warm welcome of a Southern coastal town. River Dunes Harbor Club in Oriental, North Carolina combines the luxuries of a destination wedding with the feeling of home and activities and venues that highlight the beauty of the Carolina coastline.
Coastal Destination Wedding Weekend in Oriental, NC
River Dunes is not a typical, cookie-cutter wedding venue; it’s a destination community designed to be a hub for breathtaking sights and entertainment. This remote getaway, complete with convenient lodging and amenities, is perfect for a variety of gatherings, from microweddings to celebrations of up to 200 guests.
River Dunes Harbor Yacht Club
River Dunes Harbor Club, located in the heart of the community, overlooks the Grace Harbor marina basin. The design recreates the feel of an authentic coastal homestead. The club comes equipped with an experienced chef who uses locally sourced ingredients to create seasonal menus with local flair, giving each guest a taste of the best of what North Carolina has to offer.
The Chapel at River Dunes
The Chapel, positioned just steps away from the Harbor Club, can host indoor or outdoor ceremonies depending on the couple’s desire and guest list. It sets the tone for a fairytale wedding, surrounded by stately, classic Southern homes with the harbor as its backdrop. When greenery is draped over its interior glass windows, or boastful roses are fastened to its outside stoop, it embodies the chapel that every love story dreams of.
The Lake House
The Lake House, a charming venue tucked beneath pine treats on a fly-fishing lake, is perfect for a more casual wedding setting, welcome party or rehearsal dinner. It features horseshoes, oyster tables and a fire pit surrounded by rocking chairs – the perfect spot for oyster roasts. The screened-in Sun Porch is ideal for seated dinners overlooking the lake. Add music, and you have everything needed for a classic coastal Carolina soiree.
The Boat House Pavilion & Amphitheater
Enjoy a more secluded but open location for an outdoor wedding near the harbor. This wide-open space is home to a concert stage and large grassy area – a blank canvas to create a party unique to your specific vision.
Custom Plans
Couples can inquire about more precise locations such as the private dining room and outdoor porches or create their own space by having a tented reception. Or, ask about a custom plan.
