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River Rock Cottage
Living area
Interior
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marietta, OH
  • Marietta College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Washington County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

River Rock Cottage; Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, right at your doorstep!

River Rock Cottage is a fully furnished 3 bedroom Victorian style home. The 2nd & 3rd bedrooms are adjoining and entrance to the upstairs bath from all rooms is through twin bedroom. Youll have the entire home for your family and friends. The inviting front porch is a great place to unwind and enjoy the sights and sounds of small town living. Our kitchen is fully equipped for your convenience and has everything you need to prepare a meal should you choose to eat 'in.' We have a grill for outdoor cooking and outdoor seating on the back deck for dining. Our large dining room table will accommodate your large family gatherings! We have wireless internet as well as cable TV in 3 rooms, with flat screen TV. We offer 3 bedrooms, one with a queen bed, 1 with a twin bed & trundle, (when requested), 1 with a full size bed, accessed through twin bedroom but can close doors for privacy. We also an additional twin bed roll away upon request. Our downstairs bath has a tub and tiled shower. There is a new bath with shower on 2nd floor.. River Rock Cottage has all you need for your family. From the time you walk up onto the nice & homey front porch until you leave, your needs will be met with all the amenities provided. We believe your stay at River Rock Cottage will hold many memories and bring you back time and time again and that you will be happy to share your discovery with your friends! The cottage is located 1/2 block from Historic Harmar District. Just up the street you will be able to cross over into historic Marietta, OH where you will find "shopping till you drop" and many restaurants, including outdoor dining & pizza pubs. At the end of the bridge, you may rent a bike to ride the 'walking trail' and cool off with an ice cream or cold drink at the snackbar there. Just across the street you will find Harmar Tavern, famous for 'fried bologna sandwiches' and they have a nice outdoor terrace! On the corner is the upscale Italian restaurant which offers terrace dining, Spagnas. Busy Bee Restaurant, on the corner at Harmar District is a local favorite featuring farm to table eating, for a a quick bite and a hearty breakfast! The Aquatic Park is near and you can walk to it on the walking trail in about 45 minutes. Seneca Lake is within driving distance if your prefer outdoor lake activities. Be sure to check out the museums that tell of the historic beginnings of Marietta. Marietta also holds an annual Sternwheelers Festival in September with the BEST fireworks ever! We hope to hear from you soon and can't wait for you to enjoy our little gem...River Rock Cottage!!!

Property manager

Peggy Boring

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marietta

Located in Marietta, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Toy and Doll Museum and Valley Gem Sternwheeler are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kroger Wetlands and McDonough Wildlife Refuge. Washington County Fairgrounds and Marietta Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Marietta, OH

What's nearby

  • Marietta College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Washington County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Marietta Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Town Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse BBQ - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Rock Cottage; Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, right at your doorstep! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Rock Cottage; Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, right at your doorstep!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Rock Cottage; Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, right at your doorstep!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Rock Cottage; Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, right at your doorstep! located?

Located in the heart of Marietta, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Toy and Doll Museum, Fort Harmar Monument and Westside Park. Ohio River and Muskingum Park are also within 10 minutes.

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. 103 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

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

Wonderful home. Great hosts

We loved our stay. Gone was perfect for us. Great location. Property owners were wonderful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea m.

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

Marietta Visit

Me and my 5 adult sons came for a Memorial to their dad and my husband. I wanted a home where we could all gather together. This home is very quaint, built in 1935. It offered us a place not too far from Parkersburg where all the relatives who came stayed. Peggy was easy to communicate with and asked if I needed anything she was just a text away. Peggy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Harmar Visit

We enjoy this house and Peggy is a great host. Out second time at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmie M.

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

Our stay on Maple Street

I can't say enough about the hostess. Everything we brought was already there. I had to call her several times for different things, and she was just as gracious as could be. So helpful. The house was always very lovely, and it felt like home. Better than any hotel any day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Beautiful old home

We were in town for a graduation at Marietta University. The house was convenient lots of restaurants around to walk to. Showers were good beds were comfy. Everything was very clean. Host was gracious to provide lots of goodies for food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

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

Everything was as advertised

Loved the downstairs bathroom mirror, bottled water that the host provided and all the paper towels that were around for our use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Sibling getaway

Conveniently located for activies, meals, and shopping in Marietta, Ohio. Very warm and welcoming home with a wonderful hostess! Supplied so many of the amenities which went above what we've experienced in other rental homes!! Would highly recommend for a comfortable stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy H.

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

Feels like coming home

I love staying here. It feels like coming home. We drove up from Florida and it takes us around 18 hours. To walk in such a lovely home complete with everything you need for total comfort is heaven. It is beautifully historic feeling with modern trendy upgrades. I appreciate everything Peggy did for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

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

Very Cozy

We enjoyed the historic nature and location of the River Rock Cottage. Peggy is very generous with providing bed linens, towels, snacks and breakfast goodies in her immaculate property. We especially enjoyed the cozy front porch and walking to restaurants in the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki g.

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

Anniversary trip

We had an amazing time. Peggy was wonderful. Really appreciated the extras that she had for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louvena M.

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

So thoughtful of every possibility.

We loved the ambience, so many conveniences were offered.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

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

A great cottage.

The cottage is very charming and a fun place to stay. Everything was there that you could need. The cottage was immaculate and every thing worked. It was very thoughtful of the owner to have snacks and goodies available. I would definitely recommend this cottage to others and we hope to return again. A 5 star rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaJane B.

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

Family bisit

We enjoyed the location, hospitality of Peggy, the coziness, and most of all, all the goodies and the little unique touches and goodies she supplied. If you forget something, it’s there! Thanks Peggy for sharing your comfy little cottage and all it’s charm with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Woodard M.

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

Great time

We had a great time. We love Marietta and this house was great for our family. We appreciated the breakfast food and snacks provided by this generous host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillarrie J., Spring, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Quaint two story

This was a lovely home and taken care of, I felt I had gone to grandma's house! The layout of the two upstairs bedrooms was a bit different as the renovated modern bathroom was connected to one of the bedrooms and to get to the third bedroom you had to walk through the bedroom that has the bathroom. I think it would be great for families but I am not so sure about couples who might like their own private space. The deck was wonderful and we really enjoyed the space. With it being an older home with original wood floors there are some squeaks but it adds to the charm. The neighborhood is a little noise in the morning but it is so close to the Busy Bee restaurant that it was not a big deal. I loved that our host had cookies and snacks and a few items in the fridge for a tasty breakfast! What a treat! The bed in the larger front bedroom was very comfortable. I appreciated all the notes for the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Lovely house that has a home away from home feel.

We have stayed a second time and would absolutely stay here again. So comfortable with a home away from home feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Loved It!!!

My friends and i absolutely loved this place and will be booking again next year. Each room was decorated for Christmas. When we first walked in the beautiful living room tree was lit and Christmas music was playing and it smelled so good. It was truly magical! The kitchen was stocked with thoughtful items and the bathrooms as well in case you forgot anything at home. Peggy does a great job making everyone who stays feel special!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Amazing stay as always

We’ve stayed here many times and Peggy always has the home decorated and homey. Great location for Marietta.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Homecoming Weekend

Second time we stayed here! Wonderful cozy cottage. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This cottage was so cozy for our family! We loved being within walking distance of coffee shops, boutiques, breweries and more! Would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Marrietta get-awa

Adorable depession era house with modern upgrades. You could feel the expansion history of Marrietta and Harmar village as you walked about. Everything about this area is charming from 800BCE to present.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

We felt at home as soon as we arrived.

Not only was the accommodation comfortable, it also was well supplied with linens and toiletries. To our surprise there was an ample supply of snacks, fresh muffins as well as food and drinks for a wonderful breakfast! We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa O.

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

Little getaway

The home is very nice and clean. There were so many thoughtful amenities that added a nice touch. We were able to walk everywhere, which was nice. If we couldn't walk, things were just a short drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

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

Quiet retreat

This was a delightful spot for some quiet time—a little art/meditation retreat on my way to meet friends. Easy access to downtown Marietta. Quaint neighborhood. The hostess provides everything you could need, even some basic groceries! She’s very prompt with replies if you have any questions. Definitely recommend highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not handicap accessible

We stayed at the cottage with our adult daughter, adult son and teenage granddaughter for six days. The host family very thoughtfully left eggs, sausage, bread , milk, juice and bottled water in the refrigerator. This is the first time in our many VRBO rentals to occur. Thank you! The description of the property and photos shown is correct. What is not mentioned is the very steep stairs to the bedrooms (there is an hand rail) and the very steep and precarious stairs to the basement to use the washer and dryer. I feel it should be mentioned in the description that this property is not handicap accessible for entrance or for occupancy. The deck and front porch was my favorite places to sit. The house is located near a busy street that is noisy with motorcycles and speeding cars with loud mufflers, however, we had no trouble sleeping. Overall, it was comfortable and convenient to nearby restaurants, bakery, butcher and downtown.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peggy Boring

Host profile image
My husband and I are retired and we use the cottage to visit family and friends while in Marietta. I love people and enjoy the outdoors. My husband likes to garden and hunt. He is a retired WV coal miner of 37 years and a Viet Nam war veteran. We currently reside near Morgantown, WV.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this house the minute I saw it. It was in need of TLC but was basically a one owner home of a lady who used to walk to work on the 'old' railroad bridge at historic Lafayette Hotel! We have worked very hard to bring beauty back to this home. It has been a labor of love and we love River Rock Cottage and offer it with the confidence that you will love it too!

What makes this property unique

This home is perfect for history lovers and nature lovers. The Muskingam and Ohio Rivers meet here..a 2 minute walk up the street will bring you fantastic views of this meeting!! Shopping, hiking, bike riding, swimming, antiquing, flea marketing, and dining all right at the front door!!!! A hometown feeling with so much to do!!

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English
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