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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Westminster, SC
  • Lake Keowee
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Villas at Foxwood Hills
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Clemson, SC (CEU-Oconee County Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Area

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

River Haven

Come find rest and relaxation at River Haven. Our beautiful new cottage is located directly on the banks of the Chauga River and is secluded within 10 acres.

The cottage is light and airy with large windows and high ceilings throughout for viewing the river and surrounding area. The cozy, well appointed living space provides a complete kitchen, master bedroom, living area with sleeping sofa, and bath. In addition to the beautiful indoor space, two porches and a hammock area are available to enjoy the rushing river sounds. A riverside firepit and sitting area will also provide an excellent opportunity for relaxation.

Visitors of River Haven, will enjoy fishing, tubing, kayaking, and swimming in front of the cabin or simply curling up with a book listening to the river. Also you may experience the thrill of Chattooga White Water rafting just 15 minutes from the cottage.

If you enjoy hiking, nearby waterfalls provide for wonderful hiking opportunities. Boating and skiing activities can also be enjoyed on nearby Keowee, Jocassee, and Hartwell lakes. Other areas of interest nearby are Chattooga Belle Farm Distillery & Vineyards, Clemson University Tiger football, Brooks Center for the Performing Arts, Duke Power World of Energy, antiquing, and shopping just to name a few.

Property manager

Sherry
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No extended stays allowed. 7 night max rental.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Westminster

Located in Westminster, this cottage is on a river. Oconee Military Museum at Patriots Hall and Oconee History Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Applewood Shopping Center and Golden Corner Plaza. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Westminster, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Keowee - 25 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Villas at Foxwood Hills - 30 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Clemson University - 30 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Oconee State Park - 35 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 58 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 30 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Yousef's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trailhead Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Haven?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Haven?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Haven located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Oconee County Library, Oconee Military Museum at Patriots Hall and Museum of the Cherokee in South Carolina. Oconee History Museum and Walhalla City Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jomo D.

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

Great Location

Everything met or exceeded expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Talia R.

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

Private and Peaceful

The cabin is nice, quiet and located near
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

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

Great, cozy stay

The house was just as described. Right on the river, well-appointed, clean and cozy. Loved the furnishings and lamp lighting inside and the porch life outside. Strong WiFi and smart tv was a plus, and it’s about 10 minutes from an Ingles. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Quite Getaway

The property was very nice. Easy location to get too,only mishap that we had was when we were going to get something to eat and we got stuck leaving the property. My husband put it in 4 wheel drive and we got out. I wouldn’t advise anyone to drive a car here. But overall we loved it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc P.

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

Cozy cabin getaway

This cabin was awesome! The location is super quiet and peaceful with the river out front. The driveway is long and allows you to feel secluded and tucked away in your own little oasis. The cabin itself is very clean and super cozy for a nice weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Lovely Location.

Extremely nice property. Very private. SUPER CLEAN. Plenty of linens, kitchen well stocked and so forth. Hoping to return this summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sean T.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our visit and had a very nice time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Ahhhhhhhhhh…..serenity

We needed a getaway where we felt like we were the only ones around, and it didn’t disappoint! Serene quiet atmosphere with a small calm river. The cabins decor was absolutely beautiful, and it was tidy and quaint. Absolutely lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Excellent getaway

My wife and I spent our 10 hear anniversary here and specifically chose this location for privacy and the river views and it did not dissappoint. The cabin itself is very nice and has everything you need and is very comfortable and cozy. The firepit and outside seating makes for a very inviting and comfortable outside space too. The river itself is very calm and serene,and it would make a great spot to do some trout fishing if one desired.I would highly recommend this for a couples retreat or a small family to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Special place!

We had a fantastic weekend playing in the creek and relaxing. It’s a lovely little place and we were sad to go. Had everything we needed. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison R.

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

Wedding

Booked for our wedding and had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

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

Great Cabin Getaway!

If you're looking for a great place to get away with great views, go ahead and book this one! This cabin is clean, comfortable, and well-furnished. We stayed two nights and had everything we needed. We took a dip in the creek that runs right outside the cabin. My wife says we'll be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon S.

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

Perfect, as always

Another incredible stay at our favorite spot in Westminster! Sherry is a gem and the property is wonderful! We are always excited to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

This truly is a Hidden Gem

River Haven was the most magical, beautiful little hideaway. Tucked out of the way, down a long dirt road through beautiful wooded property, this tiny house opens up to a beautiful river. The house was perfectly appointed with all our needs perfectly met. We enjoyed wading in the water outside and sunning on the rocks. Would definitely enjoy visiting here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Beautiful Setting, Cute Modern Cottage, Super Clean

We loved staying here and look forward to returning to the area! The cottage is modern, very clean, and well stocked. My family really enjoyed the proximity to the river, just steps from the porch. Communication with the host was prompt and professional. Check in/out was a breeze. Definitely recommend! Five stars :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon S.

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

Always a pleasure

As always, we had a wonderful stay at River Haven. The addition of wifi was a fun and welcomed discovery! Our stay is always wonderful at River Haven. Such a little gem in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

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

Retreat

Loved the house and the view. The river was very soothing. The only drawback was the ruts in the road which my car couldn’t navigate so I got stuck. The owners kindly called a tow truck for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

phoenix h.

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

The Perfect River Hideaway

The property is literally just how it’s pictured. So cute very modern house with so much privacy and an insanely gorgeous view. We only left the place once to go see some waterfalls and the Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel(I highly suggest checking it out) and the rest of the days I floated on a float and my boyfriend fished right there in the backyard. We spent the evenings by the fire pit and enjoying listening to the creek on the swing and hammock. Will absolutely be returning. Just a heads up the driveway is pretty steep and I would suggest doing what we did and just bringing a couple coolers with groceries. 10/10 29th birthday trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

small and cozy

My husband took the kids here for a little getaway before starting back at school. They thoroughly enjoyed it. The kids were able to spend most of their time in the river either floating or fishing. They caught several fish every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee G.

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

Beautiful

The property was absolutely beautiful. It was the relaxing getaway we were looking for. Went white water rafting about 20 min away and just down the road was a 1 mile hike to falls and swimming hole. Also fished and played in the river on the property grounds. Phone service/wifi was hit or miss on the property, but disconnecting was not necessarily a bad thing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Exceeded expectations

The property was breathtaking. No matter which window you looked out you were surrounded by the forest and some directions you could almost reach out and touch the slow flowing river. I am one that loves to cook however, on this trip, I did not but the kitchen had everything you could imagine .Utensils, dishes, pots, and pans , bottle openers. The bathroom had plenty of towels and face cloths. To side porches were fantastic citronella candle to keep away the bugs in the evening Floor to ceiling windows in the living room and the bedroom. You were so secluded that it felt like you could almost reach out and touch the stars. They were so brilliant you could lay in bed and look out the top windows and see the moon. I cannot say enough about this property. I stayed in many VRBO’s. it took a while for me to get the television to work. That was not a drawback for me because I wanted to get away from the city and social media. There were plenty of information sheets supplied be sure to go to Steph’s steaks. Owners originally from Philadelphia this place had the best cheesesteak I’ve ever had in South Carolina and I have been living here for 10 years shout out to them. I hope the next guest enjoys it as much as I did, thank you for allowing me to stay at your property Joyce S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing

Proper way to vacay. Relaxing and peaceful. Got some much needed rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Relaxation, Relaxation and Relaxation

If you looked up serenity in the dictionary a picture of this place would be the definition. It really allows you to unplug from the world and focus on important things. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Cozy Riverside Cabin in a Peaceful, Secluded Setting

This contemporary cabin, a Clayton Homes i-house, is the perfect size for a couple and has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. A gated private road through hilly woods leads to this peaceful, private, and secluded property on the banks of the Chauga River. The setting is very quiet other than the sound of water rushing over the shallow rapids. River Haven is a relaxing, romantic, enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne B.

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

Peaceful getaway

Impressive vacation rental! Did not disappoint. Very well equipped. Well taken care of. Cleaner than most any rental you will find. In the summer, take bug spray though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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