Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River
Relax next to the crystal clear waters of the Gauley at this incredibly peaceful cottage. Push a boat or paddle board in the water or read a book in a hammock. Visit the nearby New River Gorge or Hawks Nest parks. Bring your laptop and do some work with the consistent wifi. Drive your sports car or motorcycle on the fabled “Talon” road nearby. The adjacent Cranberry Corridor also provides sightseeing (https://wvtourism.com/cranberry-corridor/). The full kitchen, large bedrooms, family room, and bonus room with washer and dryer ensure that you’ll feel at home while getting away!
NOTE: please message me when requesting to book - there are a lot of spam requests - I want to make sure to process your legitimate request promptly!
Guests have access to a front porch and back porch/patio, living room, eat-in kitchen with table for four, bonus room with loveseat and laundry overlooking the river, three bedrooms, and a bathroom. A small desk and external monitor with an HDMI cord are available for guests to use carefully in the third bedroom. The living room has one couch suitable for sleeping: extra bedding is provided in the closet of the river view bedroom. There is a basement that will remain locked.
Guest access: Off street parking. There are a few stairs to each entrance.
Other things to note: Check-in instructions and house details will be sent on the morning of your arrival.
Absolutely no smoking is allowed inside the house. There is a $300 fine for smoking inside.
The house has a whole house generator in case of power outages (Generac). Guests should know that this is rural WV, so there are things like barking hound dogs and ATVs that can cause some noise, but none of these come onto the property.
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New River Gorge Canyon Rim Visitors Center - 34 min drive - 47.6 km
Getting around
Montgomery Station - 31 min drive
Charleston, WV (CRW-Yeager) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Grillbillies - 14 min drive
Gino's Pizza & Spaghetti - 14 min drive
GauNeka Foodland - 15 min drive
Little General Deli - 14 min drive
Miguel's Sports Grill - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River on 16 Sept, 2026 start from S$260, 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 at Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Gauley River and 8.7 mi (14 km) from New River. Cotton Hill Wildlife Management Area and Hawks Nest State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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A friend and I always go on a trip for our birthdays. They are 1 day apart. We pick West Virginia this year and stayed at the Riverfront Cottage on Crystal Clear Gauley River.It was reasonably priced with everything that you need for a perfect getaway. Very Clean and I highly recommend.
Karen L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much, Karen. It’s a lovely and peaceful destination. We hope you will stay again!
Lovely little home! Beds were comfortable and plenty of hot water. (Perfect after miles of hiking in the snow). Back yard is very nice with a great view of the river.
Quiet retreat in a cute neighborhood on the river.
Perfect jumpoff for all new river gorge activities
Mike is a top notch host.
Desmond W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much Desmond! There really is so much to do in the area, and this location avoids lots of the traffic and noise of Fayetteville. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I hope you return some day.
Was a nice clean place to sleep while in the area for work. My employees enjoyed fishing in the off time. Power was out when we got there due to storms but was resolved quickly with communication even at 9pm. Would go again.
My family and I booked this stay to get together and it looked like a great spot for kids. We were not disappointed!!! We couldn’t keep the kids out of the water. The paddle words and fishing were so fun. The house was clean and spacious!
Loved this property. It's quaint, right on the water, and I fell in love with the town. Neighbors are so friendly and you really experience a taste of rural WV. Would be beautiful in any season. The place is kept clean and tidy, and the owner is super responsive. We booked multiple trips in a row because we liked the place so much! The internet is amazing--runs full speed, which was an issue at other places we stayed at. We hope to book again in the future, and recommend it to our families and friends if they need to stay in the area.
Michelle W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much, Michelle! It was a pleasure hosting you.
When I got there, there was a sign in the front window that said Ario. The decal said You don't see us, but we can see you. I sent a message to the name and number on the refrigerator letting them know that we weren't staying there.I would like a refund for the reservation.
Spent a lovely 5 days exploring Lake Summersville, the Gauley, and the New. House had the basics for kitchen, bathroom and super soft sheets! Direct and easy access to the Gauley at a great spot for swimming and kayak/paddleboard. Neighborhood is a dead end so not a lot of traffic, while traffic noise from across the river was only occasional and not disruptive. Mike was a responsive host for questions and suggestions. Recommend!
Hi, I'm Mike! I have a few short-term rental properties, each of which I love dearly and spend time in myself. I think of Central Virginia and the New River Gorge region of West Virginia as my two homes and hope you will enjoy them as much as I do.
I'm passionate about rock climbing, love animals, and have degrees in physics, philosophy, engineering, and writing.
Why they chose this property
You are directly on a lovely flat-water section of the Gauley River, downstream of Summersville Lake. It's easy to put a small boat or paddle board in for hours of serene paddling. The calm of the small West Virginia community offers a wonderful respite, and my home is clean, spacious, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. Travel to Hawk's Nest or the New River Gorge for adventure and sightseeing, or Fayetteville for eclectic shops and wonderful food.
What makes this property unique
River access Nearby National Park Access Surrounding Mountains and Trails Fayetteville (30 min drive) Fenced Yard Large Propane Grill Fire Pit
Languages:
English
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