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Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit.

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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Relax and enjoy the view & sounds of Dan RIver
Wild flowers announce Spring has arrived
Enjoy a quiet evening by the electric fireplace
Listen to the rippling waters
Welcome - you have arrived!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ararat, VA
  • Place, The Andy Griffith Museum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Mayberry Mall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Primland Resort Golf Course
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Baby crib + Queen bed

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3 - Upstairs

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 - upstairs

2 Double Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bath w/ tub/shower upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bath walk-in shwr Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit.

This 4 bedroom 2 bath remodeled home is surrounded by 25 acres of grass fields with 1,000 feet bordering the beautiful Dan River. Imagine splashing in the cool water. Go for a leisurely walk down the 3/4 mile - low traffic gravel lane. At night sit on the porch and listen to the tranquil sounds of the river, do a little stargazing or grill your favorite steak, sit around the firepit or picnic table. When you go inside you can relax by the electric fireplace with someone special. Read, watch Roku TV, play chess or checkers. There's plenty of space with 4 bedrooms, and a playroom with a futon that folds out to make a double bed. Two full bathrooms, one on the main level and one upstairs. Bring the family, play a yard game, shoot a few hoops or relax and enjoy the peace and quiet for your next vacation or just a few days to rest and recharge. You deserve a nice get-away. Book your stay today.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The yard is NOT fenced / Supervision required
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Events

No events allowed
No parties / No Alcohol
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please wash dishes and strip the bed sheets before checking out. Thank you
Please - No drunken, disorderly or destructive behavior

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
Note from host: No parties / No Alcohol
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ararat

Located in Ararat, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Primland Resort Golf Course and Olde Mill Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Andy Griffith Mural and Mayberry Replica Courthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Andy Griffith's Homeplace and Nancy's Candy Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ararat, VA

What's nearby

  • Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Olde Mill Golf Resort - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Mabry Mill - 29 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Mayberry Mall - 30 min drive - 28.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Laurel Bar - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Elements - Chef's Table - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪19th Pub - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Dry Pond Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪19th Pub - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil sounds of the Dan River heard from the front porch or by the firepit. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart, Primland Resort Golf Course and Olde Mill Golf Resort. Andy Griffith Mural and Mayberry Replica Courthouse are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very nice and serene, we love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Dan River house was very roomy. The kitchen had basic supplies for all our cooking needs. Lots of pillows and blankets. Estella was a very gracious host and answered all our questions.We enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the river. The grandchildren played in the river, even though it was October. We will be back in the summer to try tubing on the Dan River.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Family trip to Mayberry

This house was perfect! Secluded from the outside noise of life, peaceful and the hostess is amazing! She was so accommodating and sweet!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Great place to relax

My family and i took a break during a long trip to rest and rejuvenate at the Dan River House. Quiet and beautiful place. Mount Airy, NC, one of my favorite places, is a short drive away. Great place to unwind. The gas grill is a great place to grill up a nice sirf and turf dinner, or burgers and dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Life’s Pleasures

Simply wonderful. Second time. New discoveries. Can’t get any better. I want to come back asap. Thank you for the awesome stay. River and fields are mesmerizing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Steve H.

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

De-stressing Time Away

We were looking for an opportunity to get away from people, responsibility and wanted a peaceful stay. We got it!! Totally enjoyed the rockers on the front porch and listening to the river. Even got to see a black bear running across the field.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna R., Harriman USA

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

Quiet and peaceful

We had a lovely time at Dan River! It’s an older home, but very clean and comfortable. It has all the amenities we needed to cook a nice dinner and sit under the stars by the fire pit! Estelle was wonderful to get back with me on any questions I had. It was only about 15 miles to Mt. Airy to tons of restaurants, and the drive was beautiful! If you are looking for a comfortable, country setting you can’t go wrong with Dan River!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Wonderful Mountain Getaway!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Dan River House. The home is very comfortable, even for our group of 7 adults! When we drove up Friday night, the peaceful sound of the Dan River made for a great start to our weekend and we were really interested in what the place looked like during the day. We were not disappointed! The property is 15 minutes from Mount Airy, which is the hometown of Andy Griffith and Mayberry. Lots of things to do in the area and a great place whether you are here Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter! Will definitely try to return and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teddye P.

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

Always a great time

This is my 3rd time staying(and I have already reserved the 4th!) and I am NEVER disappointed! This was my 1st visit with the grands and they had a grad time. My daughter-in-law was very pleased with everything the home had to offer for her children! We didn't have to pack a highchair, pack and play or toys it is all there! If you don't have children, no biggie everything for the kids will not be in your way! Thank you for a great stay...the deer and turkey on the property were a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
House was very clean and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, we had a wonderful time! Estelle is an excellent host. We hope to come back for another visit soon.
Down by the river
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay area Is Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is so peaceful. Very clean. Reasonably priced. Sounds of the river. No traffic. Everything you need to stay here is provided. A great place to get away from everything. Definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tere M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a repeat rental (5 years so far) for our family of grown children and grandchildren. We raft and play in the river, disconnect 90% from technology (but the wi-fi is great), play games and prepare meals in the family/style kitchen equipped with everything we need. Host Estelle is always responsive. The memories made here are some of the grandchildren’s fondest memories - as well as all the rest of us. It is our ‘happy place’, and always feels like coming home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Netashe S.

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

Celebration of Life

My siblings and I were there from Missouri for my father’s Celebration of Life. The Dan River property was just what the doctor ordered: peaceful and serene. The property is a perfect private hideaway with room to move and think. The home housed myself and my five siblings comfortably…very homey with loads of charm and character. I hope this property is available every time I plan to visit the Ararat area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

Beautiful

Cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay at Dan River house. It was myself, husband and 85 year old mother. We enjoyed having our coffee in the morning on front porch listening to river. And in the evening watching the turkeys and at night the lighting bugs haven’t seen them in a long time. Thanks again Estelle for letting us stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Family Getaway

This house was perfect for 4 couples. It was so peaceful and quiet. You could hear Dan River when sitting on the porch. We were close enough to everything. They had games and things for children as well. I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway. Thanks for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

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

Home away from home

Such a peaceful location. The house was well stocked' very roomy and comfortable. We will definitely make a return visit in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph L.

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

Pristine Solitude

Location, location, location! So quiet and peaceful. We stayed during winter so even more peaceful. Did not catch and fish but were told they migrate in winter. That was evident as we are avid anglers. Mt. Airy has all services and supplies one might need plus plenty of places to eat and historical things to do. The cons: Well water with sulfur smell. That takes some getting used to. Bottled water is a must. kitchen was ill equipped for any foodies thinking of renting (bring your favorite frying pan), and there was a leak under the sink (we emptied the pan once during our 4 night stay). Finally, the beds are worn and mine even had either a fallen or a broken slat. The pros: We made the kitchen work with what we had. Also, the place is super cozy and the host very responsive. The place was spotless upon check-in. Overall a great stay and would definitely rent this place again. The highlight: On the first day pulling in, a golden eagle flew up off the Dan River near the bridge just before the home. Magnificent!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay, smell of sulfur in the water, however bottled water was furnished for drinking and tooth washing. Mattresses could be improved. Relaxing beautiful home in perfect location. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Mount Airy adventure

We loved the area so much. The house was perfect. Festival was in town . Bonus. Loved the Blue ridge mountain parkway. We ate out a couple of times. Made breakfast, an 2 dinners lots of fun playing cards in the evening. Perfect weekend getaway. Our host Estella was very helpful. Thanks Teresa
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena J.

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

Andy Trip

We enjoyed the stay and loved Mount Airy. Friendly area with lots of friendly folks. Including host Estelle.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A.

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

Nice get away

Of course I’m from the country so this location is ideal for me. Nice and quiet. Beautiful setting. And the restored farmhouse was really done well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Relaxing

We absolutely loved our stay. The owner is the sweetest thing.. we love relaxing on the front porch and the kids playroom is such a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Estelle

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We love to host family events as well as gatherings with friends. We also enjoy all the local festivals and drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Playing - tubing - fishing - wading in Dan River makes great family memories.

Why they chose this property

This property can accomodate a large family at a very reasonable price while providing an ample variety of activities both on the property and nearby towns. We are about an hour's drive from Winston-Salem NC, with Hanes Mall, Reynolda House, Kaledium Museum, Old Salem, Bethabara. Several State Parks: Pilot Mtn., and Hanging Rock NC and Fairy Stone Park in VA.

What makes this property unique

This home is very secluded, yet less than half a mile from a well traveled secondary road. Just 15 miles NE of Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry), with it's festivals, great restaurants and shopping. Drive about 7 miles up to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway for magnificent views at the many overlooks. Just 3 miles to the Claudville entrance to Primland Resort with fine dining and world class golf course.

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