10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Nancy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Entire home
River Watch- Riverfront House on the Cheat River WaterTrail
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rowlesburg, WV
- Janet and Imre Szilagyi Center for the Visual and Performing Arts6 min drive
- Cannon Hill7 min drive
- Allegheny Trail17 min drive
- Oakland, MD (ODM-Garrett County)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
1st floor Guest
1 Queen Bed
1st floor Master
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Guest
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
1St floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
River Watch- Riverfront House on the Cheat River WaterTrail
River Watch is a riverfront two story home on the banks of the Cheat River in Macomber, WV. River Watch is on the Cheat River Water Trail, which runs from Hendricks, WV to Rowlesburg, WV.. This part of the Cheat River is a gentle section of the river, safe enough for beginning paddlers with kayaks, canoes, paddle boards or rafts, which winds through some of the most beautiful country in W.Va. The house has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a modern open floor plan combining kitchen and living room. River Watch also has decks around the entire house with a privacy deck below to watch the river and wildlife, there is also an outside shower. It also has a full basement garage, with washer, dryer and beverage fridge. There is approx. 1 acre of yard and 150' of river frontage. There is also a takeout for paddlers right in front of the house.
Centrally located in the Potomac Highlands, River Watch is 35 minutes from Thomas/Davis/Blackwater Falls, 30 minutes from the Wisp Ski Resort,45 minutes from Timberline Ski Resort,25 minutes from Oakland MD, 10 minutes from Cathedral State Park.
For all it's convenience however, River Watch is all about the Cheat River. There are multiple floats and shuttles close to River Watch, with two outfitters Blackwater Outdoor Adventures in St. George is just 15 minutes away and offers equipment rentals and shuttles. Cheat River Trips is located behind the River View Lounge, 1/4 mile down the road form River Watch and offers equipment rentals and shuttles also.
Centrally located in the Potomac Highlands, River Watch is 35 minutes from Thomas/Davis/Blackwater Falls, 30 minutes from the Wisp Ski Resort,45 minutes from Timberline Ski Resort,25 minutes from Oakland MD, 10 minutes from Cathedral State Park.
For all it's convenience however, River Watch is all about the Cheat River. There are multiple floats and shuttles close to River Watch, with two outfitters Blackwater Outdoor Adventures in St. George is just 15 minutes away and offers equipment rentals and shuttles. Cheat River Trips is located behind the River View Lounge, 1/4 mile down the road form River Watch and offers equipment rentals and shuttles also.
Property manager
Rex Phares
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Rowlesburg
Located in Rowlesburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cathedral State Park and Cheat River, while Janet and Imre Szilagyi Center for the Visual and Performing Arts and Arthurdale Heritage Inc. Museum are cultural highlights.
Rowlesburg, WV
What's nearby
- Janet and Imre Szilagyi Center for the Visual and Performing Arts - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
- Cannon Hill - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
- Allegheny Trail - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
- Deep Creek Lake - 54 min drive - 47.3 km
- Blackwater Falls State Park - 55 min drive - 46.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Last Stop - 24 min drive
- Riverview Lounge - 7 min walk
- Donna Jean's Family Restaurant - 13 min drive
- Thirsty Bear Tavern - 6 min drive
- Neill and Bob's Tavern - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dan G.
18 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid December Stay
Dan G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrian D.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So quiet
Adrian D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shawna W.
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, cozy home away from home on the River
Shawna W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
John-paul M.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway, every time.
John-paul M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
John-paul M.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful riverside getaway.
John-paul M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wynter L.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Watch
Wynter L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
The B.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area!
The B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tony P.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend get-a-way
Tony P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wesley K.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Wesley K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michele B.
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters vacation
Michele B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shannon D.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the Cheat River
Shannon D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yousaf R.
25 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
Yousaf R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard D.
9 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Richard D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
CARLA D.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
CARLA D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kim
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathern H.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome as always!
Cathern H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette G.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jeanette G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
CARLA D.
13 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
CARLA D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brittany H.
1 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Brittany H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kristen D.
27 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mtn Escape
Kristen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bekah M.
2 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway on the water!
Bekah M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathi L.
14 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
Cathi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
John H.
7 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cheat River Heaven
John H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Rex Phares
My wife and I run a small house rental LLC. We had been looking for some time for property on the Cheat River. We have spent many summers paddling on this part of the Cheat River from Hendricks all the way to Macomber.River Watch became available in the fall of 2020. After purchasing the house we worked all summer of 2021 to get the house into the rental friendly river house that you see today. We also have a VRBO rental in Thomas WV ,( Westwood VRBO # 1919553). We look forward to making Rivwer Watch an important part of our LLC and working with our future guests to enjoy this special place.
Why they chose this property
It's location on the Cheat River is near the end of the Cheat River Water Trail. This part of the Cheat River runs through very scenic country and can be enjoyed by most any level of paddler. With an easy gradient from Hendricks to Rowlesburg this river is huge resource for our area and WV. It's just the best paddling with clean clear water and good fishing also. There are two outfitters in the area where you can rent equipemtn, canoes. kayaks or paddle boards.
What makes this property unique
If your into paddling or fishing or just enjoying nature in general, this area is hard to beat.
There are two outfitters in the area who can do shuttles up and down the river for different length of floats, or you can do it yourself. Paddlers need to bring their own equipment as River Watch does not rent canoes, kayaks or paddle boards. But the can be rented from Blackwater Outdoor adventures in St. Geoge or Cheat trips, right up the road from River Watch.
There are two outfitters in the area who can do shuttles up and down the river for different length of floats, or you can do it yourself. Paddlers need to bring their own equipment as River Watch does not rent canoes, kayaks or paddle boards. But the can be rented from Blackwater Outdoor adventures in St. Geoge or Cheat trips, right up the road from River Watch.
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