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Exterior detail
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Riverside Getaway

We are happy to have opened our home back up for your enjoyment and will continue to adjust our policies as needed to assure the best experience for you, our guest. Due to a shortage of employees, from time to time we may need to remove our instant booking option so that we can guarantee availability of cleaning staff between our reservations. Thank you for your patience during the reservation process and for your continued support. We look forward to hosting you.

This beautiful 2BR/3BA home has an open floor plan and full service kitchen which makes it perfect for a couples' getaway or family fun-filled vacation. The large yet cozy great room includes the kitchen, dining area and den with stone fireplace (gas) and plenty of seating. There is a beautiful view of the river out of the large picture windows. The wrap around deck has outdoor seating and overlooks the Watauga River with its out-cropping of rocks and abundant wildlife.
Two master bedroom suites, each with queen beds and their own large private baths, sleep 4 adults comfortably. The living room also has a queen size sleeper couch.
Amenities Included are:
Linens provided
Washer/Dryer
Charcoal Grill on deck
Broadband Internet with WiFi
TVs in living room and bedrooms with cable TV services and Netflix.

For security purposes we have three exterior security cameras - one covering each entrance to the house.

It is our hope that Riverplace will become a tradition, where you will return to enjoy the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, relax, and make memories.


Area Calendar of Events:
https://www.exploreboone.com/things-to-do/

Check out the new Wilderness Alpine Coaster in Banner Elk only 15 minutes away!
https://www.wildernessrunalpinecoaster.com/

Some of our favorite restaurants for a special dinner are:
The Gamekeeper Restaurant
Located between the house and Banner Elk, up on a mountain.
https://Gamekeeper-NC.com

Over Yonder
Located about a mile from the house across from the original Mast General Store.
https://www.overyondernc.com/

We would love to hear about YOUR favorite dining experience. Please let me know your favorite place to eat so that I can share it with our other guests!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Watauga River. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Watauga River and 10 minutes by foot from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Swimming/wading in the river is at your own risk. You waive any and all claims against the owner.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Please contact the owner for details

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Note from host: Please contact the owner for details
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Beautiful Riverside Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay. Beautiful location and perfect for our small dog. Fireplace was warm and we used it every night!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime S., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at this house when we came up to visit my son for ASU’s family weekend and really enjoyed our stay. The house is only about 15 minutes from campus, so it’s quite convenient. The house is large (but cozy), has comfortable furniture, and has the most amazing view/access to the Watauga River. It reminded me of a quaint bed and breakfast. The house was well-labeled to explain things such as how to lock the doors, how to work the heating and cooling, and all light switches are labeled. I thought this was a very helpful touch. All the instructions and descriptions on the listing were accurate. 2 things to be aware of: a few starter items are provided (dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent pods, hand soap in bathrooms), but no bathroom toiletries (shampoo, soap/body wash) are provided. Not a big deal, just something to know when you are packing. The other thing to know is that trash has to be carried out to the can outside that has to be locked up. When we went to throw trash out, the can was completely full, so we had to just bring our trash with us and dispose of it on our own. It was slightly inconvenient but not a huge deal. We really loved our stay at this house and highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property- most scenic part of river. House is beautiful and immaculate. Had dishes, pans, etc and everything you need for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jack g., Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness
overall we were pleased with t. he facilities and access
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness

anniversary stay

house was clean with great view of river and convenient to Boone for forgotten items
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayluh U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverfront dream!

Such a great experience for a small family. We have a 5 year old son and having a separate room directly down the hall with his own bathroom was perfect! The view of the river from almost every room in the house was magical. The house was extremely clean and well maintained. I don’t have one bad thing to say about the house only positives!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

This is our 3rd time staying at Riverplace and definitely wont be the last! Tamara is an awesome host and Riverplace never disappoints. Thanks so much for another perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Mountain Home

House was great and had all the amenities you need for a short stay. Location is great- close to downtown Banner Elk, Sugar Mountain, Hawksnest and Mast General Store. River out back was lovely to watch and even with snow on the ground it was easy to walk down to the edge of it. Communication with host was prompt and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd Visit, great location

Ski trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas

We loved the stay. Very relaxing. We will return for another family trip. The sound of the water was amazing. The only negative was not being able to get the gas fireplace to work. We highly recommend the property regardless.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely perfect!

Home is welcoming and clean. Kids enjoyed the river. Adults enjoyed the fire pit. House is fully stocked with everything you’ll need! Easy communication with owner. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent with a few little kinks

The property is really lovely. I will bear in mind that we were the first guests the owners had after Hurricane Helene so I am assuming that most of the little things were not noted prior to our arrival due to the break in action and just dealing with the larger issues of storm damage etc. The upstairs/bedroom TVs did not function and the alarm on the door had some setting issues that were a bit annoying, the dishwasher was not unloaded before we got there. But these are minor housekeeping issues that I am certain are normally tended to. Generally, the place is lovely, the views from the very large deck and super comfortable Adirondack styled dining and seating areas were truly beautiful with the River rapids right at our feet. Location was super convenient and overall just a a very pleasant stay. We had tix to the App game and had a day of hiking planned but truly, as enjoyable as both those things were, it was hard to leave that deck and that view for the day after Breakfast! The living area and entertainment space is HUGE for only a two bedroom house. Great value, beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice H., Rock Hill, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home by the river

The property was a lovely get-a-way by the Watauga River. The driveway was a little tricky, but the rest of the home was perfect. Clean and beautifully decorated. Info on all equipment was easily understood. We hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful vacation

Fun time with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Trip to Boone/Banner Elk

An absolutely perfect location along the Watauga River.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful escape at Riverplace

This was our third time back at Riverplace and we will continue to return because it’s the perfect spot for us. Accommodations are ideal for a family looking to enjoy the outdoors in the backyard as well as traveling to neighboring towns. Valle Crucis has so much to offer, but Riverplace is just 15 minutes to Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock. Thank you Tamara for being a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jesse b.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful home

Beautiful home, lovely interior, kitchen well equipped. Location on the bank of a river is great, but also right on a busy highway. The road noise was prevalent, but not oppressive. At night, the headlights from passing cars were distracting, especially in one bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just a perfect getaway

RiverPlace was everything I wanted and more. The location is super convenient, the property is beautiful and cozy, and the process was so easy. I hope I can come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get away

Loved looking out over the river. House was clean and efficient Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024