The Manor is a place you can celebrate important occasions or simply relax and enjoy the waterfront. Nestled along the waterfront in historic Belhaven, North Carolina, River Forest Manor is approximatley a 5 acre destination where Southern hospitality, history, and life on the water come together. For generations, the River Forest Manor has stood as one of Eastern North Carolina’s distinctive waterfront landmarks—a place built around hospitality, gathering, and the traditions of the Inner Banks. Today, the Manor continues that legacy by welcoming guests from near and far to experience a property that is as much about a feeling as it is a destination. From the moment you arrive, there is something different about River Forest Manor. The grand architecture, wide porches, waterfront setting, and quiet charm of Belhaven create an atmosphere that encourages you to slow down, stay awhile, and enjoy a part of North Carolina where the water still shapes the way of life. Today, River Forest Manor is home to a collection of experiences centered around hospitality, dining, boating, celebrations, outdoor traditions, and unforgettable stays. Guests can enjoy dining at the Manor, spend the night surrounded by its historic character and Southern charm, celebrate weddings and special occasions, attend seasonal events, or simply enjoy an evening overlooking the water. For those traveling by boat, River Forest Manor & Marina offers the unique opportunity to make the Manor part of the journey. Boaters traveling the waters of Eastern North Carolina can tie up, step ashore, enjoy a meal, explore the property and historic Belhaven, and settle in for a peaceful evening on the waterfront. The Manor also embraces the sporting traditions that have been part of this region for generations. Through its Hunt & Fish Club and outdoor experiences, River Forest Manor celebrates the remarkable hunting and fishing heritage of Eastern North Carolina—from waterfowl, deer, bear and swan country to the legendary inshore waters known for trophy red drum, speckled trout and other coastal fisheries. Throughout the year, the Manor comes alive with weddings, private celebrations, dinners, community gatherings, holiday festivities, markets, live entertainment and special events that bring people together in a setting unlike anywhere else. Whether you’re arriving for dinner, pulling into the marina after a day on the water, attending a wedding, planning a weekend getaway, joining us for a special event, or simply discovering River Forest Manor for the first time, our goal is the same: to make you feel genuinely welcome. River Forest Manor isn’t meant to be rushed. Come sit on the porch. Walk the grounds. Watch the boats on the water. Enjoy a good meal. Raise a glass with friends. Stay for the evening. And experience a little of the history, hospitality and way of life that make Eastern North Carolina so special. River Forest Manor
Historic Belhaven, North Carolina
A destination by land or by water.
