luxury real estate for sale Oriental, United States

Set directly along the Neuse River in the heart of Oriental, 400 South Avenue offers a combination increasingly difficult to find along the North Carolina coast: direct waterfront living, the walkability and character of an established coastal village known as the Sailing Capital of North Carolina, and the ease of a meticulously maintained modern home completed in 2022. Here, the Village is not simply an amenity nearby--it is part of everyday life. Step from the front porch onto one of Oriental's principal streets and restaurants, the harbor, shops, parks, brewery, theater and farmers market are woven into daily life. Regattas, festivals, parades and long-held traditions unfold throughout the year, some passing directly along South Avenue and turning the home's front porch into a front-row seat to village life. During the holidays, luminarias line the streets. The property also occupies a historic village homesite, once the site of the Tumble Inn, a boarding house remembered as part of Oriental's early waterfront history. This is not simply a waterfront property near Oriental; it is a waterfront home within the Village. Behind the home, the experience opens dramatically to breathtaking 180-degree views across the Neuse River and the Intracoastal Waterway. An approximately 100-foot private pier extends into the river, with approximately four to five feet of water at its end. Water and electrical service, a kayak launch and infrastructure for a future boat lift are in place, providing direct boating access to the river, Pamlico Sound and the ICW. A granite-boulder-reinforced bulkhead protects the shoreline. Despite its direct Neuse River setting, the residence itself is located outside the FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Area. From sailing and kayaking to watching passing boats and regattas across the expansive waterfront panorama, the home's relationship with the water is immediate and constant. Connecting these two worlds is an approximately 3,022-square-foot residence thoughtfully designed around its waterfront setting. Nine-foot ceilings and panoramic Neuse River views define the open living, dining and kitchen areas. The living area features a fireplace with a custom live-edge oak mantel. The kitchen offers a large island with double-basin Blanco Silgranit sink, custom lighted cabinetry with coffee bar and a walk-in pantry. The waterfront primary suite includes a thoughtful bath-to-closet-to-laundry walk-through, with a second Blanco Silgranit sink in the laundry room. Three additional bedrooms are upstairs, along with climate-controlled storage and a large quilt closet. A spacious three-level elevator connects the home's floors. Quality and careful planning continue with 2x6 exterior-wall construction, Hardie Plank siding, a 24-gauge standing-seam metal roof, three-quarter-inch Seringa hardwood flooring installed over a waterproof underlayment, heated tile in the primary and secondary baths, custom Craftsman-style trim, plantation shutters, whole-house generator, tankless water heating, whole-home water filtration and reverse-osmosis drinking water. Threaded-rod reinforcement extends from foundation to the upper-level ceiling. Beyond the two-car garage is a 544-square-foot finished, climate-controlled workshop with an additional overhead door and lavatory facilities. 400 South Avenue brings together three qualities rarely found in one property: an authentic coastal village, direct Neuse River waterfront and the craftsmanship of newer construction--the Neuse at the back door and the heart of Oriental just beyond the front porch.

Waterfront living defined by expansive views, resilience, and a true boating lifestyle within the River Dunes marina community. This is a home designed not simply to occupy waterfront land, but to fully experience it. Completed in 2023 and set on nearly two private waterfront acres with approximately 100 feet of frontage and 6500 sq. ft. under roof, this refined, architecturally distinctive coastal low-country residence offers immediate connection to one of the most protected boating environments on the Carolina coast--linking seamlessly to Grace Harbor, the Intracoastal Waterway, Neuse River, and Pamlico Sound. Designed to fully engage its setting, the home offers water views from every room, where light, sky, and open water become part of daily living. Over 4,900 square feet of heated interiors--including the garage-- are oriented around this experience, with expansive glass and a natural flow between spaces. A directly connected flex/bonus room extends the home's versatility--ideal for guests, workspace, or additional living--while remaining fully integrated with the main residence. The floor plan includes three bedrooms, three full baths, and one half bath, with two primary suites with French doors opening up to the blue horizon. The kitchen, appointed with high-end appliances, connects easily to the home's gathering spaces, supporting both everyday living and entertaining. Along the rear, an expansive, 1400 sq. ft., covered grand waterfront veranda serves as a true extension of the home--positioned to capture uninterrupted, panoramic views of the Sound and surrounding natural landscape from morning light through evening sky. Built with long-term performance in mind, the home features ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) construction, offering superior strength, energy efficiency, and storm resilience. Additional features include a metal roof, whole-house generator, fiber optic and Starlink connectivity, low-maintenance materials, and a commercial-grade seawall. River Dunes ownership includes access to The Harbor Club, a premier private yacht club, along with an award-winning marina, Harbor Village, fitness center, tennis, and waterfront amenities--placing the home within a complete boating ecosystem, not just a location. This is a property where expansive waterfront presence, enduring construction, and marina lifestyle align--creating a coastal experience centered on light, openness, and connection to the water. From the owner: Life here is defined by the water and sky. On any given day, you'll see ospreys, eagles, herons, and countless waterfowl, along with dolphins moving just offshore. Sailboats and passing vessels glide quietly in the distance along the Intracoastal Waterway. Sunrises and moonrises unfold over the Sound, while sunsets reflect across the creeks behind the home. After an afternoon rain, rainbows are common, and on clear evenings the night sky opens fully--constellations, planets, and even the Milky Way visible overhead. It's a setting that changes constantly, yet always feels calm, open, and connected to the water.