You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy, riverfront house - 15 minutes from Virginia Tech
BRAND NEW INTERIOR COMING APRIL 2025! This riverfront home sleeps six and is perfect for a family get away/girl's weekend/guy's fishing trip! There are two bedrooms- one queen bed and a set of double bunk beds. This home includes one full bath, a fully stocked kitchen, a grill, and an indoor fireplace. Sit outside around the fire pit and roast s'mores while making memories that will last! Enjoy beautiful views of the New River while only being 15 minutes from downtown Blacksburg and Virginia Tech. Dogs welcome. No smoking.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Jefferson National Forest. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Steps from Jefferson National Forest and New River
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: no cats allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Reviews
Cozy, riverfront house - 15 minutes from Virginia Tech Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ron M.
12 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location on The New River with easy access to the water for kayaking and canoeing. Very clean home, appliances are brand new and kitchen is very well appointed. Fire pit, outdoor table, and gas grill made for very enjoyable evenings. Host communication was well above average, very helpful and friendly.
Ron M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth L.
28 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot! Serene, peaceful and calming.The owners/host (Jake) were so accommodating and friendly. The house was perfect for our needs. Exceptionally clean. Comfortable for everyone, great amenities for in house cooking, and to our surprise river tubing on site!!! Our grandson is a new corps cadet at VT …this was the perfect place to re-set for all of us.Plan to return in October.Kudos to the Moody family for getting this home and their camp site ready in quick order after Hurricane Helene. You can feel their love and respect for the area that is home to them.We appreciate their conversation and kindnesses…looking forward to future visits.
Elizabeth L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
tracy t.
9 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Core Memory Vacation
The property was perfect. The river was fast but perfect for tubing or kayaking (bracelet for shuttle at the nrj main property next door) ! Fishing is good if you go before its too hot or late in the evening (summer months). My son caught several bass & a 27" catfish! Firewood, on delivery! Perfect little snack shop with ice next door. Pots & pans in the kitchen you would buy ( not beat up from the dollar store). Tbh, the mattresses were a lil stiff but the couch recliners & throw fuzzy blankets were fought over. There is a sulfur smell to the well water especially when you use hot water. But it doesnt leave a taste on the dishes or smell on the laundry; its "country water". Took the dogs and my adult kids for a multi-day vaycay and made memories to last a life time! Loved playing in the water, fishing, bocce ball, grilling out and just good old fashioned fun. Thank you! 12 out of 10 recommend
tracy t.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Todd B.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Worked for us
As advertised, on the river in a rural area, pretty views of river and hills, brand new interior, appliances and towels/sheets, also relatively close to Virginia Tech considering it was graduation. As it was May and on river, bring bug spray and be on the lookout but other than that, worked for us!
Todd B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicki W.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Moving Hokies in town and chillin' on the New.
We had to move two Hokies, one out and one in to a BB townhouse. Having stayed at the Little Blue Cottage in the winter 2021 to take our Hokie skiing at Winterplace, we knew this house would be ideal for a multi day stay and a place to park our trailer and once done moving, tube the New River at the New River Junction campground next store. We had so much fun and the cottage is ideal. Comfortable beds and plenty of space. The scenery is lovely and we enjoyed watching the egrets over morning coffee on the small deck. It was so much fun and we look forward to staying next year and perhaps have more time to relax.
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Vicki W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gaylene C.
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous setting on the New River
Enjoyed our stay - the property is on a camp ground with other fun summer activities. River and mountains were beautiful.
Gaylene C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
David W.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Tubing Weekend
Great place to stay on the river for our annual weekend of tubing. Location near NRJ was great.
David W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles H.
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Fishing Weekend
Spent 4 days fishing the New River and enjoying fun evenings around the camp fire. Beautiful Location right on the New RIver. Jake, the host, was a great guy, made you feel welcome and right at home. We will be back next year!
Charles H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Natalie M.
27 Dec 2022
Quite, Relaxing, and perfect for a family get together
The property owners were very nice and responsive. I rented this property to host my family Christmas. The temperatures were in the single digits. They made sure we had extra blankets, fire wood, heaters, and made us some delicious cookies.
Natalie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Karen K., Mechanicsville, MD
17 Nov 2022
Lovely Riverfront
The home seems to be in the process of being upgraded. Sleeping conditions weren't great...there is not actually room for 6 adults, and the beds weren't great. We appreciated both the outdoor firepit and the indoor fireplace. Wonderful waterfront location about 20 minutes from downtown BB. Host was friendly and responsive
No WiFi at all, no phone signal. Hard to communicate if you have students at VT. Closest restaurant/gas/wifi signal is about 10 minutes driving. Water is well and it smells like sulfur, we had to brush our teeth with bottle of waters. Beautiful river and mountain view. Open backyard.
Ana
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Nicole P.
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Almost like Glamping!!
Gorgeous scenery!! On New River and way from the busy life. There’s no Wi-Fi or cable so kids will learn the definition of family time!!! There are movies and board games which we enjoyed. Our dogs came with us which was extra special. Great communication with the owner Jake. He was also very accommodating!
Nicole P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Glenn D.
25 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and perfect riverside getaway
Jake was a perfect host. The Blue House is nice & clean as well as being right on an excellent section of the New River for smallmouth wading. Perfect place to play, rent tubes and kayaks, and enjoy the beautiful New River. Jake recommended a local guide, Tangent Outfitters, and they hooked me up with a great day-long fishing raft trip. I returned to stay again about three days after checking out, which is the best review I could leave.
Glenn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Scot C.
13 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a fishing trip
Excellent location. Nice river access in back yard. Owner communication was great, quick to respond and checked in a few times to see if we needed anything. Will definitely be back!!
Scot C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melanie G.
27 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Blacksburg on the New River
My son is a medical resident in Blacksburg and couldn’t come home so we decided to spend Christmas with him. The house sits right on the New River. Gorgeous view. We had several indoor fires though there was a fire pit too. The owner brought us some wood and we were thrilled. Perfect for a weekend with your mate, or a girls trip.
Melanie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
robin u.
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
riverside
Beautiful view and fire pit setting! Jake was quick to respond any questions. Clean.
robin u.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tim M., Wesley Chapel/Weddington, NC
10 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Riverfront cabin
We rented this cabin while in Blacksburg for the VT vs ND game. It's about 15 miles from campus and it provided a peaceful get away. It's modest and functional. Had it not been raining a fire in the fire pit would have been perfect with the river flowing in the background. Only downside was my phone service (T mobile) didn't work well there Nad made communicating with others on gameday a little challenging. Also , no wifi or cable channels. Which is fine, but know that going in.
Tim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ashley D.
30 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway!
We had such a great getaway weekend, the property was clean, staff was all incredibly nice and helpful and the view was to die for!! Would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning!!
Ashley D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Claudia Z.
26 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing experience
We had a great time staying in the blue house. We were moving a kid into Tech so coming back to relax by the river was amazing after a long day. Jake was a great host and always available if we needed something. Would definitely return!!!
Beautiful scenery and a relaxing weekend getaway. The host was friendly and easy to reach if needed via messaging through the app or text.
Angela H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Shane C.
12 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
New River j Riverhouse...
Was a awesome weekend except for the first two nights of rain... But other than that my wife and I had a really great time. Cozy small house right next to river, had everything we needed except for food items. Property management was helpful with every thing we needed. Very peaceful and relaxing, just what we needed. We will be renting again in the future.... Thanks.
Shane C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chris W.
10 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Had a great time at this property, the location and views are awesome.
Chris W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Justin H., Charlottesville
2 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect River House for hiking fishing and seclusion.
Great house on amazing property surrounded by the most beautiful scenery you can imagine. The mountains and the river are the star of this show. The road the house is on is a nature tour in it own right. Close enough to any outdoor adventure you want but far enough away to be alone if that's what you seek. It was a great trip we will definitely be back to stay at the little blue river house. 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙