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Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Draper, VA
  • Place, New River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Claytor Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Tech University
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake

Waterfront retreat on the New River at the headwaters of Claytor Lake . Great for fishing, tubing, and boating. Directly across from Allisonia boat ramp and immediately adjacent to our other listing (Cozy Waterfront Cabin). Shared use of boat ramp located on the next lot. Large flat yard is perfect for outdoor activities beside the water. Nearby access to New River Trail.

Well behaved dogs are allowed with prior approval. You must keep dog leashed during visit.
The space
We are located about 30 minutes from Radford and 45 minutes from Blacksburg. Immediately adjacent to our other listing.
Guest access
You will have access to house, dock, yard, and use of boat ramp located at adjacent property. There is a pontoon boat deck converted for use as a dock on the property for you to use. Lake/dock/ramp use are at guest's own risk. Personal flotation devices are highly recommended given water current.

Other things to note
Due to the location, there is limited cell phone service. We have NEW WiFi through Starlink (as of 6/15/2025).

To acquire the key, guests will be given a code to a lock box located at the top of the stairs, on the screened-in porch. The children's playset formerly in photos and mentioned in reviews floated away during 2019 floods. It will not be replaced.

We are pet friendly with prior approval. Please note that there is a pet fee of $35 per pet.

There is a fire pit but wood may or may not be available during visit.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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: limit 2 total
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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
Onsite 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Draper

Draper is home to this vacation home. Draper Valley Golf Club and Thorn Spring Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New River Trail State Park and Shot Tower Historic State Park. Draper Mercantile and Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley are also worth visiting.
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Draper, VA

What's nearby

  • New River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Claytor Lake - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Radford University - 35 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Virginia Tech University - 46 min drive - 59.8 km
  • Lane Stadium - 49 min drive - 61.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Draper Mercantile & Trading Post - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Village Coffee Shoppe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dog Daze - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Brunch at the Merc - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddys Pizzeria - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake on Jun 15, 2026 start from $150, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat on New River/Claytor Lake located?

Situated in Draper, this vacation home is steps from New River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Claytor Lake and Draper Mercantile. Pulaski Wayside Picnic Area and Draper Valley Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted a relaxing stay near the water for a long holiday weekend and we got what we had hoped for. We loved watching all the birds in the area, some on the river and some in the trees near the house. The porch is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marvin C.

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

GREAT SPOT ON THE NEW!

EXCELLENT LOCATION,GREAT VIEWS OF THE RIVER AND MOUNTAINS,NICE YARD AND SHADE,EASY ACCESS TO THE WATER,NICE LONG PORCH
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Virginia

The place was excellent. A lot of games to play and movies it was super roomy and the host responded quickly to my questions. The water was beautiful not to mention the amazing porch! I would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Six Pistols

We had an amazing time. We stayed for July 4th. Enough room for everyone. One of the bathroom toilets broke a seal and the owner was on it ASAP! Lovely people. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed L.

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

Lawson

Amazing!! Even had a thief Rocky Raccoon every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Labor Day

Perfect place for the Labor Day end of Summer weekend! We brought rafts and floated the River a couple of times. Kyakers went fishing and paddling up and down the river. We sang, laughed, watched the Virginia Tech game, and had a great time! Location was pretty much in the center of all our houses! The house had everything we needed. Great pontoon-dock and ease of access to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very nice, clean and pet friendly. It had all the amenities that you needed for a stay. They were easy to work with and very nice. We loved the area and it had all types of wild life. There were deer every evening, and raccoon tracks on the porch a couple of mornings. The water was awesome and we enjoyed kayaking and sitting on the dock. We had all our children and grandchildren over Labor day for water play, volleyball, and a cook out. The porch was plenty big enough to handle everyone. The owners father came and collected our trash and kept the grass cut for us. We stayed for a month and have nothing negative to say about any of our stay. We hope to go back next year for a vacation!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2025

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