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River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Deep Gap, NC
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - main floor

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 - Loft

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Loft

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall

** Update on Helene hurricane, River Rock cabin is not damaged and operational **

River Rock is a three bedroom, two bath cabin located in a private park-like setting on 11 beautiful acres of grassy meadows, waterfalls, and tranquil trout stream.
If you are looking for a secluded and private streamside retreat, you will not find a better location anywhere. Elk Creek, which is rated as one of the cleanest in all of North Carolina; runs right in front of this cabin. The sounds of the rushing stream can be heard throughout the property and the decks on River Rock overlook the stream and a gorgeous grassy meadow where deer and other wildlife frequently roam.
This mountain retreat offers privacy seclusion with easy access, but yet is convenient to area attractions as it is only 10 minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway, 10 minutes to horseback riding at Leatherwood stables, 20 minutes to downtown Boone (great for ASU football weekends), 30 minutes to Blowing Rock (excellent dining and shopping) and 30-45 minutes to 4 different ski areas.
River Rock offers rustic comfort with a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, WIFI, satellite TV, washer & dryer, propane gas and electric heaters, and all the bed linens and towels to make your stay comfortable. There is also a gorgeous stone (river rock) fireplace in the living room that creates a very warm and cozy atmosphere. The cabin has its very own fire ring (great for family marshmallow roasts-please do not use inside fireplace:), as well as access to hiking trails which lead to a beautiful 20 ft waterfall. There is also a picnic table on the property where you can sit and relax to the sounds of the stream, or have lunch in the middle of the mountains!
The privacy of this property makes it ideal for anything from a quiet honeymoon or romantic weekend to a memorable family vacation.

Property manager

John, Kim and Family ( 9 & 12 yr olds )
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
Dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Deep Gap

Located in Deep Gap, this cabin is on the waterfront. Daniel Boone Native Gardens and The Greenway Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Travelling with kids? Consider Bolick Family Pottery, or check out an event or a game at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Deep Gap, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian State University - 23 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 24 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 28 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 30 min drive - 25.2 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 34 min drive - 30.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Thompson Seafood - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lookout Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Saddlebrook Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Parkway - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Leatherwood Mountains-Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Rock: stream side, 11 acres, hot tub, waterfall located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Arko Dog Park, Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex and Regal Boone. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Appalachian State University are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 98 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Niki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

My family and I enjoyed a lovely long weekend at River Rock. We had three teenagers and two dogs and there was plenty of room for all. The cabin is cozy and has everything you might need. Kitchen is fully stocked. We loved the stream and exploring the property with our dogs. They may have loved it the most since it is such a treat for them to run off leash. The hike to the waterfall was a treat too. We came up for the weekend for spring football at The Rock and it was an easy but twisty drive into Boone. Thanks for sharing your place with us John and Kim!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sporting retreat

Very beautiful cabin in a perfect location. Everything was above and beyond our expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Rock

River Rock is really beautiful and peaceful. It is a perfect setup for a family to have a nice vacation. Thanks to the owner for checking in with us to be sure everything was going smoothly and also checking with us after the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Rock Rocks!

We had a great time at River Rock! John is a great host and helped out us a lot! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in remote area

We loved the stream, firepit, and hot tub! The cabin was exactly as described and we had no issues. It's very remote, but that's exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Earth

We absolutely LOVED our stay at the rental. Feom the beginning the owners were VERY accommodating, very communative, and super healpful. We and our 4 furrbabies had the time of our lives. They loved the water and the waterfall and the hikes... we loved watching them free roam and just explore the forest, living their lives as they should..without a care in the world. The house is VWRY wrll sticked, bedrooms of grest size, plenty of beds to sleep in. Fully stocked kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room. I can not say enough about how well these owners have done to make this feel like home away from home. Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dirk j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing response to a catastrophic event

My wife and I and our two dogs and our two grown children planned a 10 day stay. The property is amazing. The locations and size was perfect for the dogs to run and for our overall relaxation. Unfortunately during our stay nature decided to pay us a visit with Hurricane Helena. John and Kim arrived on scene as soon as they could to check on us. They brought us much needed water. John quickly made repairs. Even though we had to camp it for a few days(outdoor grill is amazing) the overall experience was something we will never forget. Our hats go off to John and Kim for such a quick response to our situation.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time staying here!!

We had a wonderful time at River Rocks!! This property is perfect….wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get a way

We had a wonderful stay. It did rain most of the week but we made the best of it. Beautiful cabin. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

Everything we had hoped for and more
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

Great property! Kids loved the fooseball table and all the games that were there to play. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

Our family and pups had a wonderful week! Cabin is very cozy and property is stunning! We will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashish & Shiny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property and Vacation!

This was our first time visiting the mountains of NC and with it there were a lot of firsts. We walked across a swinging bridge on Grandfather mountain, we went fishing for the first at Grandfather trout farm ( no need for Fishing license there), first time endlessly enjoying a beautiful creek. This house is in a beautiful location and we throughly enjoyed our stay. The house is well stocked and very homey. The pathway to the water falls is not to be missed. You may need a walking stick for the slightly steeper portions of the walk. We really enjoyed the Wild Craft eatery restaurant in Boone and the Peddaling Pig restaurant. We would definitely come back. Thank you for a great vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaSherra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I wanna go back

Absolutely beautiful property! I will be booking again in the future! You can leave the property if you want, but we found no interest in leaving because everything was right there! Even with the rain we still had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

We had a short trip, stayed 2 nights & 1 day. Unfortunately, it rained the whole time. We did manage to enjoy the creek during the brief moments that it stopped raining. We absolutely love the property. The cabin could be cleaner and could use some updates-replace burned out light bulbs, stained bedding, carpet. That being said, we hope to go back again with our Son and his family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bach trip stay

Beautiful scenery, and beautiful cabin. I would recommend if you want to stay by yourself. Natural walk to the waterfall, and creek. Hot tub is always a plus just would recommend some more lighting around it. I will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mountain retreat

Our family met in Boone to celebrate my wife's birthday. Wonderful place, great amenities and beautiful setting. Enjoyed the mountain stream, hiking in the woods, soaking in the hot tub, and relaxing in this great environment. The kitchen had everything you needed and there were plenty of recreational games/activities. Many of the spring wildflowers were blooming, especially the trilliums.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

This property is all it is described to be and then some. We enjoyed every bit of the outdoors from hiking to the top of the waterfall to tubing down the creek. Each night a bonfire brought us together to reflect on the day. Very cozy home with hundreds of movies to entertain the kids before bed. Kim and John were responsive to questions and ideas. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., San Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot to Relax

Initially, we had plans to explore towns in the area (Blowing Rock and Boone). However, once we arrived at River Rock, we never left. The home is cozy, clean, and has everything you need for a relaxing vacation. We loved having coffee in the morning, and lunch in the afternoon, on the large deck while listening to the creek. We enjoyed our evening hot tub. But the property was the highlight of our vacation. There is a lot to explore without having to drive anywhere. We loved the creeks and hiking to the waterfalls. We wanted to get away from everything and relax in seclusion. River Rock delivered.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynsey w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We have stayed here twice and each time it’s like a slice of heaven!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelia w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend get away!!

Great place! Plenty of amenities and things to do without leaving the property. Beautiful view and nice hiking trail to waterfall. Great communication with host! We plan to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Unforgettable Vacation.

Simply fantastic, the place is wonderful. In addition to the mountains and trees being beautiful, a wonderful stream runs through the property. The house is wonderful and the owners are polite and attentive. Clean, beautiful and organized. Score 10, congratulations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Secluded Vacation Spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing stay at River Rock. The house is cozy and the hot tub is an added bonus. Only issue was the house cleaner got our dates mixed up and showed up the morning after we checked in to clean from the previous guests. Luckily it wasn’t a mess and we just had to make up the one bed we stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F., Mt. Pleasant, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Never left the property!

The property had everything we needed! We enjoyed the grounds, hiking the waterfall and playing in the creek. Our dogs thoroughly enjoyed the acreage.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

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