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The coastal village of Oriental is the Sailing Capital of North Carolina- with a year-round population under 1,000 and the home to over 2,700 boats. Sailors from around the world come to this peaceful seaside town seeking coastal real estate and the unsurpassed waterfront lifestyle of the Pamlico Sound and Outer Banks region. Here, you’ll find classic waterfront homes with marinas as well as ocean view condominiums and townhomes with luxury appointments. The River Dunes community features over 14 miles of shoreline with an award winning master-plan and architecture providing residents amenities for adventures on and off the water.

Located along the Intracoastal Waterway and considered by boaters the halfway point between New York and Florida, Oriental offers residents and visitors numerous full-service marinas. Fishing trawlers out for a catch of shrimp, crab or fish are a common sight just offshore and the waterways abound with beautiful sailboats and powerboats of all descriptions. Downtown Oriental includes fine restaurants, an art gallery, a cultural center and exceptional shopping- in fact, Oriental supports a growing art colony with exhibits held throughout the year. The town is also well known for its annual festivals including the Oriental Cup Regatta, the very popular “Croaker Festival”, a Tarpon Tournament and the New Year’s Eve Running of the Dragon!

Boating is a way of life in Oriental. Local sailing clubs hold races throughout the year and the town is a convenient base for cruises to the nearby towns of Beaufort and Ocracoke. More and more people are discovering the rivers and creeks in and around Oriental for superb kayaking and canoeing. Whether you enjoy walking, biking, fishing, boating, paddling or shopping- the coastal village of Oriental is for you.

Enjoy waterfront dining at several restaurants overlooking the ocean or the waterway with awe inspiring views of the sunset. Visit quaint boutiques and have easy access to the malls and outlet shops of nearby Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. Discover for yourself why so many people have made Ocean Isle Beach their family vacation destination on the North Carolina coast.

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