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Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!

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Enjoy sitting on the back deck overlooking the Calfkiller River.
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Sit back and relax on the front porch!
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Sparta, TN
  • Place, Caney Fork River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sparta City Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!

On the Calfkiller River! Comfortable, quiet home for 6 guests with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a beautiful view and access to the river. 10 minutes to downtown Sparta! Sparta is also well-known as an excellent kayaking and hiking area with several rivers and falls nearby. Other nearby attractions: Calfkiller Brewery, Northfield Vineyards, the Mennonite Communities of Fall Creek Falls and Muddy Pond. If you're looking for a fun get-away, close to downtown, than look no further!
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2911763vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Sparta

Located in Sparta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Beecher Wallace Homestead and Falcon Rest Mansion and Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pearson Park and Cotten's Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Sparta, TN

What's nearby

  • Caney Fork River - 5 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • White County Public Library - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Sparta City Hall - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Pearson Park - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Trails Brewing - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax! located?

This family-friendly Sparta holiday home is located on the waterfront, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Caney Fork River and White County Public Library. Pearson Park and Fall Creek Falls State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is abundantly clear that the hosts want their guests to feel comfortable, welcomed and well- cared for from the thoughtful touches throughout this home and property. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jami T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole house was amazing. Perfect for our family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. We had a homemade loaf of banana bread waiting for us when we arrived. Very clean, comfortable, and felt like home. The family also enjoyed the friendly neighborhood visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here, and it was as amazing as the first time. The house is beautiful, clean, and right on the river. We were greeted with fresh banana bread and a dozen fresh eggs. We love our visits from Luna and Merle. And there is so much to do in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had everything we needed and a beautiful view. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

A Fantastic Place to Stay.

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the River House……hosts communicated very well, the house was clean, well put together and had a great location. We will definitely stay again on our next trip to Sparta.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Quiet, clean and great accommodations

Stayed here with my wife and sister, very pleasant experience. The river was beautiful. Very close to Sparta and many state parks. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very comfortable home and everything we needed was there. Communication with the host was great. We really enjoyed the out side cats who visited at least 2x day. It was nice to use the kayaks on the river. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Beautiful, and incredibly clean

We loved our stay. Very nice house and the cleanest house my family has stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this Riverside cabin in Sparta, Tennessee was everything we hoped for and more. Nestled in the mountains with the river just steps away, the setting was peaceful, private, and absolutely beautiful. We’d wake up every morning and had coffee on the deck, taking in nature at its finest. Turkeys, chickens, birds and squirrels provided wonderful entertainment. We were even fortunate enough to see a bald eagle. Greeted daily by Merle, the dog and Luna and Cinco the cats. They added such love and fun to our stay. The cabin was spotless and comfortable. Thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. John and Nancy were responsive and kind and can tell they truly care about this place and the guest having a great experience. This was the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. We would highly recommend this vacation spot. Ron,Sharon,Rick and Vicki from St. Petersburg and South Pasadena Florida
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haylee M.

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

Nice get away

Very clean and the area was nice for kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

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

River House

The home was very clean and nice! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay. It was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Great Place!!!!

The house was very nice and was just as described. We really enjoyed our stay and it was a wonderful touch that they had fresh eggs and bread for us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Above and beyond

Our stay here was outstanding! Check in and check out was seamless, with prompt communication. We enjoy hiking and kayaking, and there is an abundance of that in this area! We enjoyed relaxing on the deck overlooking the river, it was very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ChadTrude S.

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

Great accommodations in a great hiking area

We chose this location and rental due to location and other great reviews. It is centrally located to many state parks but there is also the option to kayak right out the back door. Large windows overlook the river with beautiful sunrises. Great options for food and ice cream (our favorite treat) nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is so interesting and amazing! Well thought out design and space. It was very clean and the host was very communicative. We even enjoyed the daily fur baby visits. And thank you so much for the gift of delicious bread on the counter. We will certainly stay here again on our next family visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the River House. Beautiful property, all amenities provided, great location to explore Middle Tennessee. Sparta is small but has some great restaurants and is close to larger towns for more shopping/restaurants. Loved the daily visits from the dog, Merle, the cat and the chickens. This rental is one of the best we’ve stayed at. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was just as described. We had a good time fishing and of course we loved Merle and Luna!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location!! My hubby enjoyed every minute of fishing on the river conveniently situated in the backyard. Lovely deck to enjoy our morning coffee. The hosts thought of everything needed for their guests. One of the best Vrbos we have stayed in and we highly recommend it! The hosts very extremely nice and made us feel so welcome. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in TN
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla R.

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

Great property

The house was extremely clean. Awesome view of the river. Easy check-in, check-out. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were very kind and welcoming. It was so nice to have things like toilet paper that I didn’t have to replace with my own because it was so horrible lol, enough supplies like toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, etc to last for our time there. Homemade banana bread on the counter when we arrived was a lovely surprise. Ventured out on the kayaks which was nice but challenging to get in and out of.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ty M.

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

Great getaway

We had a great time at the river house. The house was fully equipped with everything you could need and Savannah was amazing to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Dream stay for paddlers

We absolutely loved the place. It was very comfortable and the river was just so pleasant to paddle. It was within driving distance of so many state parks with amazing waterfalls, and the local pizzeria and coffee shop were excellent suggestions. Thanks for an hosting us on this wonderful little vacation, we really enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard C.

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

Wonderful Rural Getaway!

This was a great stay. Roomy, comfortable and a back deck that provides a "magazine article" setting. The perfect place for morning coffee. Worth every penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Savannah Romero

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What makes this property unique

Our home sits right along side the Calfkiller River, which is a 42.4 mile-long stream in the east-central portion of Middle Tennessee in the United States. It is a tributary of the Caney Fork, and is part of the Cumberland, Ohio, and Mississippi watersheds.
The Calfkiller River is great for fishing and kayaking, and you'll have access directly to the river right outside in the backyard.

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