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Riverfront Cottage on the Crystal Clear Gauley River

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A table with a meal, a basket, and a mug.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, a black refrigerator, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible through an open doorway.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A two-story house with a large garage and a covered porch.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gauley River

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Swiss, WV
  • Place, Hawks Nest State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Summersville Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, New River Gorge Bridge
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, WV (CRW-Yeager)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

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About the area

Map
Swiss, WV

What's nearby

  • Hawks Nest State Park - 21 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Summersville Lake - 29 min drive - 37.8 km
  • New River Gorge Bridge - 34 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Kaymoor Miners Trail - 34 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Tamarack Conference Center - 55 min drive - 83.1 km

Getting around

  • Montgomery Station - 31 min drive
  • Charleston, WV (CRW-Yeager) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arcade Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Little General Deli - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's Sports Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬14 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 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 steps from Gauley River and 8.7 mi (14 km) from New River. Hawks Nest State Park and Fayette County Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very spacious and perfect for a weekend getaway. Very clean and well stocked with basic essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay. Quiet area, about 30 minutes from Fayetteville. Everything was as it should be. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the river, very reasonably priced. Clean and plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host got right back to us whenever we had a question. Great place to get away and relax. Pretty view of the river and enjoyed sitting out on the back patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice location on the river. Would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was sparkling clean. The wifi was consistent. Loved the hammock by the river. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The house had ample room and excellent heat and AC. Overall, one of best houses/cabins we have rented. People in the area are friendly and helpful. Warning: GPS has issues in this area. Follow the host's directions after you get to Belva, or you may go in circles on some sketchy roads as we did. Lively's Cafe has clean, well kept booths and good food. I had a hot Italian sub that was amazing! If you are in area to ride the Rail Explorer cycling rail cars in Clay, WV, stop at Carol's Cafe for more good food, wonderful service, reasonable prices and friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice place to stay

Overall a great experience. Property was clean and a very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a fast passed visit for my husband who is a 80 year old hansdicaped vet. Our son and niece accompanied us to help with our trip. We found it to be very clean and spacious. Well supplied with linens and supplies. Beautiful view of the river and quiet neighborhood. Communication with Mike was very good. Clear and quick responses. Wished it would have had a ramp to access the house and accommodate my husband as he is wheelchair bound. Our son managed to get him up and down steps but only because he is strong. I was unable to find any rbbs handicap accessable around the Gauley area. This rental worked fine because of my helpers.I would recommend another outside trash can because of sharing with nextdoor rental. A ramp would be a beneficial addition too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Getaway

Nice cottage overlooking the river - very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Vacation

All was great.owner great man .coul
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thanks Dana! It was a pleasure to host you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful clean place

House is super nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wv waterfalls

was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We made the trip to West Virginia for Fourth of July this year. For a family of four, this was a nice house, right on the New River! It was nicely stocked with all of your essentials and very clean. We were able to fish and kayak from the comforts of the backyard. Mike, the host, was great at communicating. The street was quiet overall and had some nice firework displays. For a good breakfast or lunch, make the short trip to Lively’s Market. A couple of very nice ladies, that makes everything to order. The only downfall is yes you are up in the mountains, and we did have the internet go out due to a storm, so have a backup in case this happens! We do highly recommend this house to any looking to unwind in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace

Quiet retreat in a cute neighborhood on the river. Perfect jumpoff for all new river gorge activities Mike is a top notch host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer fun

We had a great time. The house was clean & had everything we needed. We used the kayaks & paddle boards that were provided. So much fun
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stayed on business

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Out of the Way Hidden Gem

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great area to stay!

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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thanks so much, Michelle! It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy space for exploring New River Gorge

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!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thanks so much, Cate!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly how it was advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall it is nice place with great access to the river. The space inside is nice and the outdoor space is good for grilling. The neighborhood is quiet. The house had everything you needed for a kitchen, grill, bathroom and bedding. The WiFi works well which is needed because there is not cell service. We did have an issue because we arrived and the kayaks were locked. In the listing, kayaks/canoe was listed as an amenity, but after arriving the owner/property manager said the kayaks were for rent 25 each. That was not listed on VRBO or on the welcome email. Additionally there were ants in the kitchen. Otherwise I would recommend the house for the location and price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
As the prospective renter can see, kayaks are available for rent. This guest complained and was offered a discount for renting them, which he refused. We will promptly correct any ant related concerns.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, perfect for me
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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