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Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views

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Beach
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views

"WOW!!!" It's everyone's first word as they step into this peaceful, harmonious vacation home filled with windows and light. Singularly magnificent water views pair with professionally curated decor and amenities to rocket this vacation retreat to the top of your list. In Oriental, the sailing capital of NC, many homes can boast pretty spectacular water views. However, Rivendock Rookery II moves beyond this--its view encompasses everything that makes the area iconic to boaters and nature lovers: the mighty river, the statuesque frame of the Robert Scott bridge, the friendly and boat-speckled waters of Green's Creek, and finally, the generous personal waterfront that forms the prow of the property. That transition is quickly becoming a metaphor for what this magical place imparts to guests--they can quickly move away from the overwhelm of life to a place where they can greet challenges anew with a healthier perspective because of what Nature offers. The sun's warmth and the river breezes will encourage you to take a deep breath, to relax, and to begin that journey. Tune into the natural world and seek to spot a pod of dolphins or a group of skates fishing collectively. Sway your cares away on the hammock, swing your legs like a kid while you fish from the dock, observe the nesting birds on the nearby aerie or enjoy the simple pleasure of roasting marshmallows with family or friends at the fire pit.
Just 6 minutes away is the quaint and truly lovely Village of Oriental, where you can find unique shopping, dining, entertainment, boat rentals and lessons and even an award winning brewery! Day trips to Atlantic Beach and New Bern are within easy reach as well. So come kick off your flip-flops and relax awhile. We'd love to have you!
Please note for security, there are 4 exterior cameras; they cover a view from the approach, under the house, and out to the water and also the yard.

Property manager

Maria Machle or assistant, Amy

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1565 sq ft (145 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Watch children carefully! Cable railing system

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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Oriental, NC

What's nearby

  • Oriental's School of Sailing - 11 min drive
  • New Bern Riverfront Convention Center - 39 min drive
  • Pepsi Museum - 40 min drive
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 69 min drive
  • Fort Macon State Park - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 57 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Silos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brantley's Village Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪M & M's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Toucan Grill & Fresh Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Oriental Dog Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Oriental's School of Sailing and Bayboro Community Park. Pamlico Community College and Alliance Recreation Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Rivendock Rookery II: Waterfront Home w/Dock & Stunning Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as pleased as last time!
It was very frustrating that the ice maker did not work. The grill which we thought was for guest to use was nasty. There was a skillet/pan left on the grill that had never been cleaned. For the price of the house, there should be a TV service. Even in the cheapest of motels/hotels, there is a TV! This was our second time staying there and probably will be our last.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome return trip
Love this property! The house is well stocked with everything you need. Spacious and very clean house. The view is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oriental Review
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

evelyn v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelly S., Morganton, NC

Cute home-a work in progress
I feel like this home is being updated to sell. Molded refrigerator with broken water and ice maker, no ice trays. AC wasn't working well first day there, got them to lower AC temp, thinking it was just that but ended up being miserably hot for the first 2 nights. Between rock hard beds and 85 degrees inside we couldn’t sleep. Sent a repairman out on day 3 and it was fixed in 10 minutes. No offer to make this up to us at all. 😖 Deck boards marked for replacement-had to deal with splinters and broken boards-not safe for my elderly parents or my dog. Pictures were deceiving. They show a big pretty yard with water access. Not the case. The nice neighbors offered use of their water access to get the kayaks in. Went to fish but because the sailboat is permanently docked at the end of the pier-it was difficult to fish and the 4 of us couldn’t fish at one time. 😖 Overall would never stay here again-or rent from these owners. The rental company was fabulous!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Cae L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view!
The house had a great view of the water and central to everything. There was an animal urine smell when we arrived and house was a little dusty. Also, NO condiments. Not even salt and pepper. Extra fee to have a boat. Expensive weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Peaceful and quiet just as we wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rivendock -Fall
Great view and location. Had issues with lack of hot water in Guess bath. Will follow up
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Retreat!!
I was looking for a quiet, serene and beautiful place to take a personal retreat. This home was all that and more. The house is beautifully decorated, immaculately clean and has water views from every room. It is even better than the pictures. The kitchen was open, bright and airy and a joy to cook in. The bed and linens were so comfortable. The property is beautiful, the position on the water is perfect, sitting on the doc with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine was lovely. The sunset and sunrise was breathtaking. Unfortunately, some bad weather came about, but the host was more than helpful and things went smoothly. I can't wait to come back and visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolphins and rainbows
This house is fantastic! We saw dolphins and a rainbow on our first night. We love the small-town vibes of Oriental, plus the sailing day camp is a must if you have littles.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie W., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing on the water
Property was as described. Beds and furniture were comfortable and clean. Water views were great. Perfect location for being on the water and a quick boat road to the ocean. The sunroom was great and was cool enough in the morning to enjoy the water with a cup of coffee. My family will definitly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Relaxing Stay!
Loved the house and communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful getaway
Property is beautifully decorated. Everything was perfect! Plenty of glasses and you could find everything you might need in kitchen drawers. Scenery is magnificent. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., TIMBERLAKE

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievably Peaceful
This property is perfect for a quiet get away. The house is extremely clean and well equipped. It appears to be recently renovated and furnished with nice high end furniture, linens and housewares. Maria was easy to deal with. Check in and out were very smooth. The living room and sun room have very comfy furniture. Plenty of seating for lounging or napping. The beds are comfortable and furnished with very nice linens. Bathrooms have plenty of towels and are roomy. Kitchen is well equipped for whatever you might want to cook. Nice cookware, dinnerware and hardware. Honestly, this house was so well stocked, we realized we didn't need half the stuff we brought. There are plenty of towels, sheets, blankets, throws, paper towels, toilet paper... you name it. The deck is a bit dated but has new adirondack chairs for lounging ... both high and low. There was low boat traffic but just enough to keep your attention and give you something to look at. The yard is VERY large. It gives you plenty of privacy. Oriental is nearby (5 mins)... great little grocery store, restaurants, parks, etc. People here are VERY friendly. Everyone waves. We took this trip to disconnect from work and it did not disappoint. I cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie S., Greenville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away with beautiful views
Such a great get away weekend spot! The views from this house are amazing! It is truly the perfect location. The house is extremely clean and has everything you’d need. The property manager, Maria, is super helpful and was great at communicating with us - we had a minor issue and she got back to us right away and sent someone out to fix it within an hour. Highly recommend this place - perfect location not too far from town, beautiful sunset and sunrise views, great fishing, big open yard for the dogs to play, perfect spot to put in to kayak, large wrap around porch for morning coffee or evening drinks, comfortable beds, large kitchen and sunroom for entertaining. 10/10 stay! We will definitely be booking this get away spot again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well above average
The property was extremely clean and was furnished with very good taste. We were very impressed the property and would make a couple of minor suggestions, 1. We found the two showers to be slick and could be a liability- that is an easy fix with a bath mat or the “ grippers” that fit on the floor. Night lites for the bathrooms would be helpful. And possibly some type of darkening curtain for the guest room “slider”. If a light is left on in the bathroom, it shines directly onto the bedroom. This house rates way above ur average rental. We appreciated the quality of the linens and the kitchen furnishings. This house was decorated in very good taste and we would highly recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We loved this home. Close to downtown Oriental. Lovely views, comfy beds. Large kitchen and great open floorplan for family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
I wish would of had more time. So relaxing and nice The only thing I wish the sunroom had AC. That’s the most awesome Room but you can’t use it when it’s hit and humid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022