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Riverview Cottage on the New River

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy relaxing on the large wrap around front porch
View from front porch...river is beyond meadow.
Eat outside with the beautiful view of the New River
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Independence, VA
  • Place, Oak Hill Academy
  • Place, Grayson Highlands State Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Riverview Cottage on the New River

Come and have a relaxing getaway at our cottage located on the historic New River with picturesque Grayson County VA as your backdrop. Whether you are looking for a romantic get away, family vacation, relaxation away from the hustle and bustle, or an outdoor adventure, our house on the New River is the place for you! Be sure to bring your fishing gear and take advantage of some great small mouth bass or try your luck at a musky! Located on a working cattle farm that has been in our family for generations, your closest neighbors may be a few cows grazing in the pasture or a couple laying chickens running around. The wrap around front porch is a great place to take in the beautiful views of the New River or just sip coffee as you watch the sun come up (or set for you late sleepers).

The cottage is fully furnished with linens and towels provided. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you would need to cook in or you can take advanatage of some of the great restaurants in the area. A gas grill is provided to help you enjoy those great summer evenings as you get dinner ready.

Access to a large private river lot comes with the cottage and is within a short walk or can be driven to (weather permitting).

Check in is at 4:00 pm and check out is at 10:00 am.

Sleeping Arangements:
1 - King Bed
1 - Full Bed
1 - Queen Sleeper Sofa
1 - Day Bed with Trundle

Pets are welcome as long as they are under control and are good with other animals. A $40 pet fee will be charged per visit for up to two pets. An additional fee of $25 per pet after that will be charged. As mentioned above, the cottage is located on a working cattle farm and the adjoining pastures may have cattle in them when you visit.

Inflatable tubes (4) are provided with the house for some lazy day floating on the New River along with Corn Hole Boards for the competitive folks. We also have an outdoor fire pit to help you enjoy those late evenings soaking up the peace and quiet with a few marshmallows. Additionally, 2 bikes are provided if you prefer to take a scenic ride along the river.

Other Area Attractions:
Our cottage is located within a short drive of many of the areas natural attractions including, Grayson Highlands State Park, Mt. Rogers (Highest peak in VA), The Virginia Creeper Trail, The New River Trail and Matthews State Park. All of these areas are great for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding for you outdoor adventure enthusiasts. You can also check out the areas rich musical heritage via The Crooked Road Music Trail, The Blue Ridge Music Center, and the Galax Fiddlers Convention.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$40 up to 2 pets. $25 per additional pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
$25 additional pet fee

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Independence

Located in Independence, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New River State Park and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, while Rex Theater and Old Cranks Motor Car Museum are cultural highlights. Wayne Henderson's Workshop and Landmark Farm Alpacas are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Independence, VA

What's nearby

  • New River State Park - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Grayson Highlands State Park - 36 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 36 min drive - 34.6 km
  • New River - 39 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Olde Beau Golf and Country Club - 51 min drive - 47.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aunt Bea's Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Red Dog Bar / Bistro - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverview Cottage on the New River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Riverview Cottage on the New River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverview Cottage on the New River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverview Cottage on the New River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from New River and within 12 miles (20 km) of New River State Park and Oak Hill Academy. Jefferson National Forest and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the river with access, good parking, clean property and terrific hosts Perfect place to get away and catch up with family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Lynn P.

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

Relax by the New River

We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning.
New River
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on the New River Have been coming to 5 years now and hopefully more in the future. Love the scenery and the River! Great fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is clean and perfectly located with a view of the New River. It was the perfect location to host our family reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful and relaxing property. We enjoyed watching the river, the wildlife, and the chickens! We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well- maintained, spacious and comfy. Me, my wife and little yorkie felt right at home. Felt good farm vibes and I enjoyed just watching the river go by and remembering canoeing down that river more years ago than I have toes and fingers. The kind of hosts you hope for and are grateful for. Would definitely come back as lots of Mother Nature blessings are within easy reach along with a friendly real coffee shop in town. Three very satisfied visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Perfect getaway

Myself, my son, and our two year old Dalmatian lab stayed a long weekend and we had the most fabulous timeThe views were spectacular. It was so super quiet and easy access to the river.My grandson actually caught his first small mouthBassWe definitely hope to make another return trip bringing the wife this timeThanks, Mary for your hospitality and the bread and the jam was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great Place to Stay

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is clean and comfortable, with easy access to the river, and convenient to nearby towns. The hosts were accessible and responsive. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

Lovely surroundings

We really enjoy staying here by the river every time we visit my dad. Nice and quiet. Our pup loves visiting the chickens and exploring the grounds. Wonderful hosts - thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin C.

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

Very relaxing,peaceful,great views

Great older house,with modern updates,huge deck,farm house vibes
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roz K.

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

Lovely Location

So nice to wake up every morning to the beautiful and serene beauty of this location. The river, the chickens and the cows. Just wonderful.The cottage was very well appointed and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again. Thank you to our very nice hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Nice holiday escape!

Beautiful cottage, flexible and responsive hosts, could not ask for more. Great place to spend Christmas while visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Riverview Cottage

Great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Little slice of paradise

Our visit to Independence was the third to SW Va. over the last three years, the others being Hillsville and Dugspur.This property checks all of the boxes if you are seeking a getaway from the big city. We enjoyed the silence, with nothing other than birds and the distant sounds of the New River to listen to.The town of Independence has a couple of restaurants, including Ciro’s Pizza, where we had excellent pizza and a calzone. Top notch !The communications with the property owners was excellent(thanks Lyndsie),and we had the pleasure of meeting her husband Darren who was super nice and personable.We will be back, as we barely touched the surface of all there is to do and see in this beautiful part of Virginia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN K.

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

GREAT PLACE ON THE NEW RIVER

NICE PLACE CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE GREAT OWNERS ON THE BEAUTIFUL NEW RIVER
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger E.

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

Repeat renter

This makes our 4th t trip staying at this property. We are always arrive to a clean, cozy and homey place to stay. We love the privacy and yet farm life going on around us.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michala B.

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

Amazing

Everything was exactly pictured. Beds were very comfortable. The scenery was beautiful and quite. Cows and chickens right out your door. Owner was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou G.

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

Relaxing stay

Great get away Enjoyed the quiet time and fishing Thank you for your hospitality Will return if you will have us again All the best
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

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

Great little cottage!

Lovely little cottage with great views and all the amenities we needed. Will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

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

New River Farm House

2nd time staying. Another wonderful couple of days. Exceptionally quiet and as close to off grid as my wife likes. Enjoyed the farm so much. Took binoculars and watched the wild life come out every evening. I caught 1 fish this time, but that was enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Great spot

Awesome cabin right on the New River. Beautiful valley and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Great!

Lovely house in a beautiful spot. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

So peaceful

Beautiful, quiet place. Perfect for a getaway with pets. Enjoyed sitting in rocking chairs in the porch watching the New River.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Excellent

The house is clean and well appointed. The property owners are wonderful. We had several good visits. This listing is perfect for people who want quiet and nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Family Funeral

Peaceful - River View is all you need! Want to enjoy all the sights and sounds of the river and mountain air- River view is the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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