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Beautiful Riverside Getaway

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A living room with a stone fireplace, two sofas, a small round table, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.
A two-story house with a front porch and a small deck.
A two-story house with a balcony and a large window.
A dining area with a round glass table surrounded by chairs, a chandelier, wooden cabinets, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Watauga River
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Riverside Getaway

We are happy to have opened our home back up for your enjoyment and will continue to adjust our policies as needed to assure the best experience for you, our guest. Due to a shortage of employees, from time to time we may need to remove our instant booking option so that we can guarantee availability of cleaning staff between our reservations. Thank you for your patience during the reservation process and for your continued support. We look forward to hosting you.

This beautiful 2BR/3BA home has an open floor plan and full service kitchen which makes it perfect for a couples' getaway or family fun-filled vacation. The large yet cozy great room includes the kitchen, dining area and den with stone fireplace (gas) and plenty of seating. There is a beautiful view of the river out of the large picture windows. The wrap around deck has outdoor seating and overlooks the Watauga River with its out-cropping of rocks and abundant wildlife.
Two master bedroom suites, each with queen beds and their own large private baths, sleep 4 adults comfortably. The living room also has a queen size sleeper couch.
Amenities Included are:
Linens provided
Washer/Dryer
Charcoal Grill on deck
Broadband Internet with WiFi
TVs in living room and bedrooms with cable TV services and Netflix.

For security purposes we have three exterior security cameras - one covering each entrance to the house.

It is our hope that Riverplace will become a tradition, where you will return to enjoy the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, relax, and make memories.


Area Calendar of Events:
https://www.exploreboone.com/things-to-do/

Check out the new Wilderness Alpine Coaster in Banner Elk only 15 minutes away!
https://www.wildernessrunalpinecoaster.com/

Some of our favorite restaurants for a special dinner are:
The Gamekeeper Restaurant
Located between the house and Banner Elk, up on a mountain.
https://Gamekeeper-NC.com

Over Yonder
Located about a mile from the house across from the original Mast General Store.
https://www.overyondernc.com/

We would love to hear about YOUR favorite dining experience. Please let me know your favorite place to eat so that I can share it with our other guests!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please contact the owner for details
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Swimming/wading in the river is at your own risk. You waive any and all claims against the owner.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 840488vb
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: Please contact the owner for details
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Appalachian Ski Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alta Vista Gallery and B & B - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Appalachian State University - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Local Lion - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vicious Biscuit - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lost Province Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Riverside Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Riverside Getaway?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Riverside Getaway on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$914, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful Riverside Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Riverside Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Riverside Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Riverside Getaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tamara DePace

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My name is Tamara DePace and I manage RiverPlace for my mother, Doris Freeze. This beautiful piece of land on the banks of the Watauga River in Valle Crucis was originally owned by my grandparents. My mother vacationed here when she was a little girl. I remember hearing stories of her and her 6 brother and sisters playing on the rocks in the river. Throughout my childhood, I recall my parents dreaming and planning the house they would one day build on the land. Twenty-five years later they built their "dream home" on the river. RiverPlace was intended to be their retirement home, much deserved after a lifetime of service to the church. My parents had spent their life serving on the mission field in Liberia, West Africa, and when stateside, my dad worked for the Lutheran Church as the director of a church camp and at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia SC.

In 2009, after a short battle with cancer, my dad passed away, only getting to enjoy their "dream home" for a short time. Mom, not able to live on her own 4 hours away from the rest of the family, decided to allow other families to enjoy her home and hopefully make their own memories on the banks of the Watauga River.

I guess I took after my grandmother, as I now have seven children of my own. I hope one day they will look back at their childhood and reminisce about their vacations at the "mountain house". It is our hope that you and your family will also.

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