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VIEW FROM "BIG BOTTOM"
FRONT PORCH
VIEW FROM THE FRONT PORCH...A GREAT "RIVER SONG" CAN BE HEARD
VIEW FROM FRONT PORCH
LIVING ROOM

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Fries, VA
  • Place, Blue Ridge Country Club
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Music Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Claytor Lake
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

River View Place / beautiful view

Riverview Place is an original mill house built in 1902...Most all of the houses in Fries were built at the same time...The history of this town is shared with visitors by locals with great pride in their stories about their lives while growing up in a town owned by and run by "The Mill"..Music was and is a huge part of who they are..
Once the railroad stopped coming the state of Virginia made a rails to trails park called The New River Trail State Park which begins in Fries and goes for a little over 50 miles to Pulaski. Along with bike riding there is great fishing, canoeing, tubing and hiking and you can join in with some ole time porch sitting.
Fries is located 6 miles from Galax where there is a Super Walmart, other groceries, shopping, and restaurants.

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 1
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 # 1114454vb
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

Fries

Located in Fries, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Rex Theater and Old Cranks Motor Car Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wayne Henderson's Workshop and Fort Chiswell Animal Park. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Fries, VA

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Country Club - 21 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Blue Ridge Music Center - 32 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Claytor Lake - 50 min drive - 69.5 km
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 51 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Stone Mountain State Park - 56 min drive - 57.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz #601 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fries Dam Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River View Place / beautiful view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River View Place / beautiful view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River View Place / beautiful view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River View Place / beautiful view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River View Place / beautiful view located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from New River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Jefferson National Forest and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. City of Galax Municipal Golf Course and Wayne Henderson's Workshop 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. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint house with wonderful outdoor area overlooking the river and park. There’s a storage shed for bikes and it’s an easy 1/4 mile ride to the bike path. Highly recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
It's great that you enjoyed our home...That is what we aim for...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry L.

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

Great views!

Enjoyed our visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every amenity one could ask for! Perfect location for relaxation, fishing, biking, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place to stay to bike the New River Trail and to sit on the porch and watch the river go by. Lovely home and a very relaxing vacation. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Beautiful

It is a gorgeous place and so clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

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

Beautiful weekend in the river

Lovely home on the river in our old home town. Clean, beautifully redone home with everything you need just waiting for you. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Sanctuary for Relaxing

We immediately fell in love with this home. The personal touches were lovely. We had the perfect view of the river. Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thanks guys...Looking forward to your return...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

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

Cozy home away from home

We greatly enjoyed our time in the riverfront home! We had an excellent view of the river and dam and the home came equipped with just avout everything we could have needed. We look forward to another stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Wonderful Stay in Fries, VA

I rented the house for my mother who was visiting, and she couldn't have enjoyed it more! Wonderful property and the owners have thought of everything to make it very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
Thanks for your positive review!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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

Memorial Day weekend

Beautiful location in walking distance of trail, park and downtown area. Everyone we met was very friendly. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter U.

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

Fries Vacation

Cottage was perfect for a weekend getaway. Could hear and view the New River from the front porch. Easy access to the New River Trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Great View!

Very clean and comfortable home. Rented for our in laws to stay and they loved it and the town. They even saw a Bald Eagle flying in the park. Owners were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea G.

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

Perfect getaway!!

This house is so perfect!! Has everything you could possibly need, and such a beautiful view on the river!! You won't regret staying here!!! Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

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

Excellent

Very nice property overlooking the river. Beautifully remodeled house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Peaceful

I was looking for some where to stay and just relax. Enjoy God creation. I found that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Another Great Stay

As was the case last year at their other VRBO home in Fries, VA the house was very clean, accommodations were exactly as described, and the owners are always responsive to emails and questions. I recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Weekend

Can’t say enough about this property, inside and out. So much attention to detail. The house was so comfortable and charming. The river view being right across the street was great. Just can’t say enough about this place. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

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

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Nice house, we enjoyed our stay and our river float
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Super Lovely porch view!

Well kept, user friendly location in a sweet town. Lots potential for tip top outside activities like biking, water play, and fun things on grass (chuck a ball, frisbee, tag, etc). Kitchen was highly functional and nicely equipped for making real meals.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA S.

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

Quiet riverside retreat

Riverview Place was such a peaceful property and certainly exceeded our expectations. The home was very clean, and the owners provided everything to make our stay comfortable and convenient. We appreciated Richard's thoughtful communication and the historical preservation/significance of the property. We look forward to returning to this home for future New River Trail activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrin B.

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

Fun in Fries

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cottage. A lovely wrap around deck with views of the river and lots of seating. The kitchen was well stocked. It had everything we needed. It was great to be able to store our bikes in the shed when we weren’t riding the trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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

comfortable and scenic location

It was convenient to family in Galax Va. Also it was nicely furnished. The kitchen was equipped with all we needed to cook our meals. We like to cook our own meals when we can. Also it was scenic with the New River view from the porch. We plan to use this house again when we visit family. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Riverview Getaway

My husband and I were looking for a long weekend of much needed R&R and this fit the bill perfectly! The cottage is adorable and the kitchen well equipped. Access to the New River Trail couldn't have been easier and the quiet evenings sitting on the porch watching the river was exactly what we were looking for! Fine dining options were a bit limited but decided to take full advantage of the ambience/view by eating in (although it appeared WalMart was the only "upscale" grocer choice.). Be advised there are steps (both front and back) to access. Use of the locked garage/shed to store or e-bikes was also very much appreciated. Have put this on our list for a possible visit again in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and village with two great restaurants in town a short walk away along river. Bike trail head is right below house views were amazing as was porch w rockers and fully stocked house. Richard helped me w trail bikes in shed out back which was great. Allowed my wife and early teen children to ride 10 miles out and back on trail. We definitely want to return. Everything was very nicely decorated in house / very homey. A/c worked great. Loved coffee in the am and glass of wine in eve sharing time on porch on rockers with family overlooking river and hearing the sound of river water and water falling over 40 foot Fries dam nearby. Thanks for sharing your house bikes and dining tips Richard and Rachel - look forward to staying w you again in near future. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rachel or Richard Hawks

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Rachel is a retired Flight Attendant and Richard is a retired Police Officer...We live very nearby to both of our vacation rentals and will be happy to assist if needed...

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