New River Retreat - Walk down to the river, fire pit!

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8.6Excellent
(27 Ratings)
"What a great place! We enjoyed our stay at New River Retreat! We went for Memorial Day weekend. The neighborhood was so peaceful and quiet. The house had everything my family of four needed. Beautiful..."
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8.6 / 10
Excellent(27 Ratings)

Cabin in Watauga, NC

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cabin rental

This beautiful cabin above the New River and just north of Boone is a peaceful and charming getaway. The cabin has hardwood floors throughout and little touches to help you relax and retreat during your stay. The cabin has a beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and bar seats. There is a dining room table next to the kitchen with room for six. The living room features a comfortable couch and loveseat and a wood-burning fireplace. Just off the living room, you can access the upper deck, which has a bistro table and two chairs to overlook the valley, a grill, and two Adirondack chairs. The master bedroom on the first level of the cabin has a King bed, a TV, and access to the bathroom which can also be accessed through the hallway.

Upstairs is a loft area with large triangular windows, comfy floor cushions, a Papasan chair, soft lighting, and a small floor tea table. The loft is an excellent place to sit and have morning coffee, evening wine, or practice meditation while viewing the mountain scenery through the spectacular triangular windows. There are two bedrooms on this level. One has a queen bed, and the other has two twin beds. There is also a full bath on this floor.

There is a fire pit in the yard for an evening marshmallow roast in the yard. On the lower deck, there are two chairs to enjoy the view from there. You can walk down to the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the world and the only river in North America that flows South to North. It is a .8 mile walk down the hill. You can also access the New River by car at the Big Hill Community Park just a short drive from the cabin. The New River is perfect for tubing, rafting, fishing, and more. Some outfitters host rafting and tubing trips and guided fishing trips on the New River (as well as the other nearby rivers). This is a special treat in the spring, summer, and fall!

The cabin is wheelchair accessible, and there is a small portable ramp in the master bedroom bathroom closet to access the upper deck from the living room.

New River Retreat is located just fifteen minutes north of Boone, so all that the High Country has to offer is just a short drive away. You're sure to love this relaxing haven!

Please note that the video tour mentions a Wii in the loft. This console is no longer in the home.
-This home allows up to 4 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
-Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement. Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking, or by calling us with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25 plus tax.
- Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.

CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Moutain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198

Amenities at New River Retreat - Walk down to the river, fire pit!

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Watauga, NC


Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10
Excellent(27 Ratings)
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2024
Lots of steps for entry. Ramp area a bit overgrown. Turn out of driveway a bit challenging to see and driveway was very steep. Arrived to find door code did not work, a quick call got a new code. We were already in as another door was open. Kitchen wonderful. Bed was comfortable and plenty of covers available. There were no directions for TV in living room. Bedroom TV did not seem to work . The bathroom had everything we needed. Lightning a bit harsh. Hot tub wonderful with great views. We wanted to open all windows as it was absolutely picture perfect weather, many did not open. Would stay there again as the neighborhood is simply the best. Great walking area.
8 / 10Excellent·Nov 2022
Tropical storm Nicole pummeled the area with rain and we experienced multiple leaks but the management team was responsive with additional towels and buckets. Communication was excellent both before and during our stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2022
What a great place! We enjoyed our stay at New River Retreat! We went for Memorial Day weekend. The neighborhood was so peaceful and quiet. The house had everything my family of four needed. Beautiful views, clean, comfortable and really great amenities. The kitchen even had everything you needed to cook, and the grill was fantastic! We will definitely be back!
6 / 10Average·May 2026
Overall stay was ok. Property description and photos are somewhat accurate. Outside was not not manicured and porches were filthy so we didn’t sit outside and we didn’t use the grill/hot tub so can’t comment on whether those worked. Upon anreival our door code did not work, but that was quickly resolved with a phone call to the 800-number provided with the check in instructions. Inside could use some updating; beds were hard, bathroom water pressure wasn’t great and towels provided were old and rough. Could use TVs in upstairs rooms. Kitchen had everything we needed and seems more updated that the rest of the house. The loft area was cute and where my teenage daughter spent most of her time while we were there. Driveway is steep and hard to turn into, but that isn’t uncommon for the area…definitely easier in the daytime that at night when it is pitch black lol. All in all we enjoyed our stay and feel the price wasn’t horrible…a little TLC would go a long way.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at New River Retreat - Walk down to the river, fire pit!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is New River Retreat - Walk down to the river, fire pit! pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at New River Retreat - Walk down to the river, fire pit!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.