Title: 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=56030722&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library - 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River (Sparta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56040000/56030800/56030722/6d8b7319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River (Sparta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56040000/56030800/56030722/62bde0e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River (Sparta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56040000/56030800/56030722/3955c34b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library - 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River (Sparta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56040000/56030800/56030722/1b2dd020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River (Sparta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56040000/56030800/56030722/b4f44301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on 4 acres at the N.C. and Virginia state lines, Riverfront Home offers a serene escape along the New River. Stroll the grassy river walk, kick back on the porch with its soaring cathedral ceiling or watch a sunset over 300 feet of river frontage. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River Riverfront Home 2 Bed/2 Baths, River sports, 4 acres, PETS Ok This house sits directly on the New River and has 4 acres on the N.C. and Virginia state lines. The New River is at it’s widest part here at over 300 ft. and is quite different from the nearby Little River, which indeed is little. In the summer it is 10-15 degrees cooler than the rest of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, ie Asheville, N.C. since it gets it’s weather pattern from Canada rather than the South. Stroll the grassy river walk alongside the New River. Enjoy the COOL weather. Close to Sparta, NC and Independence, VA and the Blue Ridge Parkway with the historic New River in the front yard. You can kick back on the porch, listen to the tinkling brook that runs directly beneath the open-air deck with it’s soaring cathedral ceiling, and watch the sun go down over the river. In the Fall enjoy a roaring fire and very comfortable furniture in jewel of a cabin. This two-story, post-and-beam house sits on 4 pristine acres of woods, directly overlooking the New River. Though relatively compact at 1,600 square feet, the house has four distinct sleeping areas, including two generous bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed; the main bedroom also has a pullout chair that makes into a twin sized bed. There is a charming children's alcove with a small pull out love seat in the second bedroom. In the living room (with stacked-stone fireplace) overlooking the river, there is a large convertible sofa. You can also relax and nap on the two adjoining side and front porch and deck. The modern kitchen with built-in island has windows overlooking the woods and ferns in back of the house; a separate dining room overlooks the river. Both the house and it’s kitchen are fully furnished and linens are provided. Outside, the immediate surrounds are lushly landscaped with willows, raspberry bushes, silky dogwoods, and roses. Behind the house is a meadow and wooded hillside home to abundant wildlife including geese, hawks, deer, wild turkey, fox, and beavers. Perfect for families, individuals, or small groups wanting to get away from it all. Ten miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, the property is close to the VA state line, about 30 miles north of I-77 on U.S. Hwy. 21\. Neighboring settlements within driving distance include Sparta, NC (good groceries, fun shops downtown, and a handful of restaurants), and Independence, VA (quaint courthouse, great grocery store, compact downtown good for an afternoon stroll). Come for a quiet peaceful retreat or if you prefer, get active and hike, fish, canoe or kayak the river; in warm weather, you'll want to go tubing and swimming in the clear cold water. Blue-grass festivals and local artists abound; junk stores and antiquing are there for those so inclined; and some very fine potters have set up shop in bohemian-style settlements nestled in the rolling farmland outside Sparta. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93240000/93236100/93236019/204151a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Creekside Cabin Near Sparta – Family-Friendly Mountain Retreat Sparta - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=93236019&PinnedHotelID=93236019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55590000/55583300/55583262/97ae6ea4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Mountain Getaway - Best Deck in the Mountains. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as House Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.56375%2C-81.14366&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MaHP4uvUBQuW5HWPy3jAlY3pEa0=) Sparta, NC #### What's nearby - Mount Rogers National Recreation Area \- 26 min drive \- 19.4 miles - Stone Mountain State Park \- 27 min drive \- 19.6 miles - Grayson Highlands State Park \- 39 min drive \- 32.1 miles - New River \- 39 min drive \- 29.3 miles - The Andy Griffith Museum \- 57 min drive \- 44.8 miles #### Getting around - Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 95 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive - ‪Laconia Ale Works - ‬9 min drive - ‪Crave - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Cellar on Evergreen - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Pines Resturant - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River? ### What time is check-in at 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River? ### What time is check-out at 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River? ### Where is 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 10 Star River Front Retreat - Water Sports, Hiking, Campfires by the River Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 135 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan M. 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway! The property was listed as described. We felt right at home. The house was very clean. The river access is perfect. The porch with the creek running under is so relaxing. The gate on the porch is also a nice touch for pets. Host left details about getting to the property and check-in and out was a breeze. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6faf28a1-6997-47ef-9e56-bb39a2779bc1-1751414599352.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7469c909-dd57-4601-928f-201758e7c081-1751414599997.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Megan M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie H. 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Place! This cabin is a perfect place for a quiet getaway. Right on the river and very private. True to the listing, this property has everything needed whether there for a week or just a long weekend. Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful views of the river from the covered porch! Charlie and Jill are so nice and always there to help should anything come up. We've stayed several times at this cabin and every time our stay has been perfect! Looking forward to our next visit! ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### beth f. 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful River Cabin We loved the river view from the cabin! Cabin is comfortable with everything you need for a great stay. The covered porch is fantastic place to relax and listen to the underneath brook while taking in the river view! Perfect fall weekend get away! Thank you ! ##### beth f. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henry F. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River house Good location on the New river, really enjoyed our stay will be back. ##### Henry F. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan P. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway with friends Nice place, close to river, good river view. Two bedrooms with queen size beds upstairs. 1 bathroom with shower upstairs, 1 bathroom downstairs with shower.Nice sitting area by large tv with a large fireplace.As a nice touch, some games and books. ##### Alan P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen H. 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful We loved everything about our stay!! Our favorite was the porch with the babbling brook running underneath!! This was a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of life! Comfortable beds, beautiful views and wildlife!! We loved our stay!! ##### Helen H. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin H. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place This was our second time back at Charlie and Jill's property. We love it and we love them. They are fantastic hosts. Always available if we need them. I feel like we are friends at this point. The house is always clean and there was plenty of wood to burn. Hell they even had a bag of charcoal for the grill. We can't wait to get back in the spring when we can enjoy the porch, the water and the views. Thanks again Charlie and Jill! ##### Benjamin H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian S. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Perfect River Cottage The place had everything we needed for an ideal canoeing trip adventure. The Bridal Creek launch to the cottage is the most beautiful stretch of the New River. We can’t wait to come back! ##### Brian S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila S. 30 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Five stars!!! Great place to stay! My husband and I had a very relaxing weekend. The porch overlooking the river is the best! For coffee in the morning to a rainstorm in the afternoon! ##### Sheila S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie H. 24 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this Cabin! This was our third visit to this cabin on the river. Always so peaceful and just a nice place to relax. Hosts are very welcoming and easy to communicate with. Enjoyed our stay and will be back! ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy m. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical This is our second stay at this magical cabin, and it continues to deliver everything we want. We spent our time by the river watching the people fly fish. My favorite was listening to the babbling brook on the property providing us with relaxing white noise while sitting outside. We look forward to our next stay. ##### Stacy m. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dora K. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy river access We had a great time! Well stocked house with everything you need for cooking. Great easy access to the river. ##### Dora K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon P. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful paradise Enjoyed special days with significant other and close friend at this beautiful mountain home. The house was exactly as described - we enjoyed time in the river including some kayaking and fishing. Our dogs were in heaven as well and we all loved the views from the porch and the sounds from the babbling brook. Extremely well-kept and comfortable. Hosts were exceptional communicators and made the stay especially welcoming. ##### Sharon P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie H. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Private Cabin This was our 2nd time staying at this cabin. We just love it and the location! Perfect for a quiet getaway. Great communication with the hosts. Just a lovely place on the river!! We'll be back!! ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clifton K. 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view! This was the second time we've stayed at the River Front Retreat, and we were delighted. The view from the porch is gorgeous, and the porch itself is wide and filled with comfortable seating plus a table and chairs for river-front dining. The house is home-like and well equipped. We shopped in Sparta and Independence and were able to find everything we needed. Our hosts Charlie and Jill were very responsive to our questions. Recommended! ##### Clifton K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie H. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway! This was our fourth stay at this cabin on the river! We absolutely love it. So, nice to sit out on the covered porch and listen to the stream that flows under the porch. Love the view! A most relaxing place to get away and get a break from the real world. A cozy cabin and very clean! Exactly as seen in the listing. We will go back! ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy m. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fairytale The minute you approach the cabin, you feel a sense of calmness wash over you. The cabin looks like something out of a fairytale. It is extremely comfortable and offers a variety of places to relax outside. The outdoor fire pit was a bonus to our stay. We can’t wait to book our next stay. The owners were a delight to work with and quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had. ##### Stacy m. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle K. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow what a vacation! This house was amazing, the location was exactly what we wanted! Easy to put the kayaks in, fish off the banks, flat ground for corn hole! The fire pit was perfect! The owners were great to work with and made sure this house had everything you could possibly need, and I mean everything! Beds were comfy, house was well maintained and super clean, the decks were incredible and our two dogs had a blast! We loved it the only problem we had was having to leave at the end! ##### Michelle K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard H. 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Place to Stay Just got back from three days at this beautiful vacation home and have to say that is was a pure delight. The house is located right on the New River and the views are amazing. Sit on the porch and listen to the waterfall flow underwear and watch the New River flow. It is very relaxing. Secluded and quiet, yet close to all the amenities. Canoe/kayak/tube rentals are a mile away and Sparta is just about ten minutes away. We highly recommend this property for a great vacation stay. ##### Richard H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz S. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean, cozy cabin Our family enjoyed five nights at the cabin over the July 4 week. My husband grew up in the town just to the north, and we visit every summer and have stayed all over the area. This cabin is surprisingly spacious for a small square footage, and we spent tons of time on the deck. The driveway to the riverfront is very steep but well maintained. Our stay was quiet, relaxing, and low maintenance. We definitely took advantage of all sleep spots. For this area, it's super close to a big, recently re-done grocery store and lots of little shops (ice cream, pizza, etc.) as well as hiking and river adventures. Highly recommend. ##### Liz S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren S. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Mountain Retreat Beautiful oasis for anyone who needs to get away. The cabin is perfectly situated on the river and a brook, to take advantage of the sweeping views and private surroundings. We were happily surprised with each turn and the house was well equipped for cooking and relaxing at home. The one thing to note is that I would not recommend the house for someone who does not have full mobility. It is up a steep hill from the river (part of the charm and view!) which would not be easily reached if not active/stable walking. All in all the best rental we have found and cannot wait to go back! ##### Lauren S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen C. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Can't say enough great things about this riverfront retreat! Beautiful location with privacy but not completely isolated. The deck with the brook running under it was an amazing extra treat for relaxing with a glass of wine. You're close to the towns of Sparta and Independence, and both have everything you need - grocery stores, pharmacy, restaurants etc. The area is gorgeous, and I had lots of fun exploring Stone Mountain and Grayson Highlands State Park. I didn't want to leave and will definitely be back. ##### Kristen C. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for our family! Absolutely love this place. CLEAN, private, right on the New River and the owners, Charlie and Jill were wonderful to deal with. Answered any questions we had as quick as possible. Very accommodating. We took our kayaks with us and spent our days playing and fishing in the river. The covered porch was great to relax on and the sounds of the water running underneath was an added plus. We definitely plan to return in the future. Thank you for providing a wonderful place for others to enjoy!! Also, the 11am checkout is very appreciated. Others have a 10am checkout…that extra hour does matter. THANKS again!! ##### Michelle C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### angela c. 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming River Cabin We had a great Thanksgiving with our family at the River Cabin near Sparta/Independence. The cabin was warm and cozy and the setting was really pleasant near the river. It was pretty cold, so we did not use the outdoor porch or firepit, but those features would be really nice in warmer weather. The kitchen was well appointed and we did cook while there. Adding to prior reviews, some observations that may help future renters... we did not use the little room off of the second bedroom. It was cold in there and the fouton was too hard as a bed. Better to leave it a couch. Of note, they did have a blow-up mattress for that area that we did not use. In the Master, they had a pull out loveseat that worked well for our third child. Serta, and super comfy. Noted the brand as I might get one! Loved that. There are two showers, no tubs. ( Important to note for parents with little kids, or bath people.) Water pressure was good and lots of warm water. The biggest issue for us were the lack of blinds or curtains in the bedrooms and bathroom. With no foliage on the trees, we could see three houses from our windows which made us uncomfortable. Parking was a little dicey as the road is gravel and steep. We followed the owner's instructions to get up the hill in our mini van and it worked fine. After unloading, we parked the van down below and walked up for the remainder of the trip. The Cabin is charming, nicely built and appointed. I recommend it for a peaceful getaway. ##### angela c. 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