On river.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake James and 3 miles (5 km) of Pisgah National Forest. Also, Catawba River is within 3 miles (5 km) and Marion Greenway Trailhead is within 6 miles (10 km).
McDowell County Courthouse - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
Lake James State Park - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
Linville Caverns - 36 min drive - 43.1 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
Bessie’s Diner - 12 min drive
J. Hartman's - 8 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 8 min drive
Mica Town Brewing - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peacefull River Home
Comfortable 3 bd, 2 bath home on the river. 2 queen beds and full-size bunk beds. Screened porch with propane fire pit. Open deck overlooking the river. Full kitchen. Grill on deck. Less than 2 miles to public boat landing on beautiful Lake James. Use of 2 kayaks. Close to many hiking trails. 2 miles to state park. Also, my wife is a chef that can cook your favorite dinner. Call for pricing. Washer and dryer. Small office for working vacations.
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Recycling
Unit size: 1,050 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Use kayaks at own risk.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Peacefull River Home Reviews
Reviews
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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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan T., Clemmons, NC
Oct 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway - especially enjoyed the screened in porch, layout of the house, and river proximity.
Jonathan T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed our stay here, and found everything clean and welcoming. The back porch was a favorite hang out spot for my family.
Mark W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debra D.
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
If you want a peaceful retreat then look no further! This is your spot! The house is perfectly clean and well appointed. My favorite spot for a morning cup of coffee was the screened in porch looking out at the river. Unfortunately we didn’t get to spend our time allotted there and had to leave early.
Debra D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
Sep 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, cabin was excellent and so was the owner.
Karen D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Brenda C.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place!
Brenda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie W.
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, well stocked with essentials and host was perfect!
Jamie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
D J.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the home. Perfect setup for our guys weekend at Marion Bigfoot Festival. Cant wait until next chance to stay here.
D J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather P.
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a fabulous location! Kayaking and fishing were top notch!
Heather P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This truly was a "Peaceful" river home. We enjoyed the solitude and quiet cabin. Evenings on the screened in back deck were really nice. Thanks!
Julie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynda Thornton W.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time here and the cabin was extremely clean. We had fun and want to come back. The cabin is well organized too.
Lynda Thornton W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brittany M.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Brittany M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tonya L.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property was very nice. The location was perfect for what we were looking for.
Tonya L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marcie M.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a great week. The location was perfect, right on the river and somehow remote while still being close to everything.
Marcie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Robert G.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Robert G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monica L.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest Little River Cabin
Our party of 6 enjoyed our stay at this cute little cabin right on the Catawba River. We had plenty of room with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed. There were plenty of linens. The little screened porch with the fire pit table was a great place to sit and relax. We appreciated the easy check-in, but check-out even more. There was no long list of chores that had to be completed before we left. We had a hearty breakfast from Bessie’s Diner and Blanton House was amazing.
Monica L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tisha G.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the river views from the proch
Excellent stay and lovely property. Wonderful place to join our family and friends for the weekend. The open floor plan was perfect for our needs. We loved playing board games on the covered porch and deck.
Tisha G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Damon B.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mother's Day weekend
Awesome getaway for the weekend. Very quite and beautiful cabin
Damon B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bob P.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for hikers
The house was perfect, and every detail was thought of. We enjoyed your screened porch with a fire table. This is a great base point for hiking in and around Pisgah NF.
Nice quiet location. Clean fully stocked perfect for overnight even long-term stay, highly recommend
jason
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason E.
Mar 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
River House
Beautiful house. Great communication with owner. We will definately be back. Thanks
Jason E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dee M.
Mar 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The best
Was clean and right on the lake
Dee M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
rebecca d.
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
We enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect. Had everything we needed for our trip. Great shopping in nearby downtown.
rebecca d.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katie H.
Feb 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful place
The owners are absolutely wonderful! They are easy to get a hold of and so kind! Thank you for letting us enjoy your home.
Katie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tyler R.
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted
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Tyler R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy L.
Dec 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
What a quaint peaceful home! We so enjoyed our visit, with every thing provided that one would need for their stay. Awesome hosts communication before, during & after. Thank you Barton & Marsha for sharing your place with us! We had a wonderful Christmas!