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RivahGetaway. Your Perfect Waterfront Retreat on Cape Fear River/Pet Friendly

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Rivahgetaway, nestled by the shores of The Cape Fear River, offers a serene escape. Watch the morning mist rise from the river as you unwind on one of four furnished decks or take a dip in your private hot tub. Enjoy fishing right off the deck or relax by the water's edge.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

RivahGetaway. Your Perfect Waterfront Retreat on Cape Fear River/Pet Friendly

RivahGetaway ā€“ A Tranquil Retreat on the Cape Fear River
Wake up to breathtaking mornings at RivahGetaway, where the Cape Fear River comes alive with misty tendrils of smoke rising gently off the water as the first rays of sunlight filter through the trees. Whether you're sipping coffee on one of the four furnished decks, casting a fishing line from the private floating dock, or soaking in the peaceful sounds of nature, this serene riverside escape offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

The Space
RivahGetaway is designed for comfort and connection with nature, featuring:
āœ” Three bedrooms + a queen-size bed (all with blankets & pillows)
āœ” Master suite with a two-person soaking tub ā€“ the ultimate relaxation spot
āœ” Two full baths for added convenience
āœ” Hardwood floors & rustic charm throughout
āœ” Fully equipped kitchen with appliances & granite countertops
āœ” Washer & dryer for extended stays
āœ” Ceiling fans in every room for added comfort
āœ” WiFi & Internet to stay connected
āœ” Furnishings throughout for a cozy, home-away-from-home feel

Outdoor Highlights
āœ” Private floating dock ā€“ perfect for fishing, boating, or simply unwinding by the water
āœ” Hot Tub available for an additional fee ā€“ soak under the stars!
āœ” Firewood available for purchase ā€“ gather around a crackling fire and enjoy the night sky
āœ” Pet-friendly! Bring your furry friends along for an additional fee per pet, per stay

Convenient Location
RivahGetaway offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility:

2.8 miles to Lumil Vineyard ā€“ enjoy a glass of local wine while taking in scenic views
5.9 miles to Elizabethtown ā€“ home to diverse dining options, from Italian to Southern comfort food (most offer drive-thru pickup for your convenience)
14.6 miles to White Lake and Jones Lake ā€“ a crystal-clear lake ideal for swimming, kayaking, and watersports

Important Notes
Due to the wonderfully remote location, a 4-wheel drive vehicle may be necessary during rain events. If needed, transportation can be arranged upon request.

Guest Expectations
We kindly ask that guests leave the cabin as they found it before checking out to ensure a great experience for all who visit.

āœ” Bring your own linens and towels and receive a refund on the linen fee- perfect for guests who love to travel light and leave a small footprint!
āœ” We understand how important good weather can be when planning your getaway. However, please note that we are not responsible for weather conditions during your stay. As a nature-immersed property, we encourage guests to embrace the beauty of every season-even the cozy, rainy ones. Because weather is beyond our control cancellations or rescheduling due to forecasted or current weather are subject to our standard ca collation policy. We recommend guests purchase trip insurance for added peace of mind.

Book your stay at RivahGetaway today and experience the magic of the Cape Fear River!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Our cabin is a nonsmoking environment.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Our property is for paying guests only. Base rent is for 4 each guest is $10 per day per guest. Any additional guests or pets contact us.
Smoking is not allowed in the cabin.You may smoke outside in designated area.If smoking is detected your deposit will be forfeited.
Our driveway is for passenger vehicles only. We have a designated area for trailers. Contact us for questions.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee applies per pet per stay. Contact us!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 7 should be monitored at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our cabin is a nonsmoking environment.

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 and a first aid kit
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious Cabin Cape Fear River Elizabethtown
Luxurious Cape Fear River Elizabethtown
Luxurious Cape Fear River
Luxurious Cabin on the Cape Fear River

About the area

Map
Elizabethtown, NC

What's nearby

  • Cape Fear River - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Lu Mil Vineyard - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bladen County Courthouse - 26 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Cape Fear Winery - 29 min drive - 21.7 km
  • White Lake Water Park - 34 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Fayetteville, NC (FAY-Fayetteville Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖSan Jose Mexican Restaurant - ā€¬20 min drive
  • ā€ŖGolden Run - ā€¬21 min drive
  • ā€ŖBurger King - ā€¬20 min drive
  • ā€ŖMelton's Restaurant - ā€¬21 min drive
  • ā€ŖEl Patron Grill - ā€¬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RivahGetaway. Your Perfect Waterfront Retreat on Cape Fear River/Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is RivahGetaway. Your Perfect Waterfront Retreat on Cape Fear River/Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Cape Fear River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lu Mil Vineyard and Bladen County Ballpark. Bladen County Courthouse and Bladen Women's Health Specialists are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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RivahGetaway. Your Perfect Waterfront Retreat on Cape Fear River/Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 278 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Great

Great family vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Reunion

Great property for a gathering of friends. Multiple sitting areas and spaces! Could use some more kitchen items!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

EJ B.

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

beautiful place excited my expectations

I will definitely be back amazing place. very professional ppl
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

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

Beautiful views

Loved the river view and access. Tons of outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom E.

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

Repeat customers, another great visit

As repeat vacationers, another great stay. Owners are amazing, great communication, and an overall great place to visit. Will be coming back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

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

Very neat stay!

I booked this unit for our judges to stay in during a local horse show. Overall they were very happy and we look forward to booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa D.

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

Great place!

We very much enjoyed our time at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Private, quiet, and well setup place to take a relaxing vacation.

Property was very nice and everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cameron S.

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

Rivah view

The property was amazing. Had a great time and was very well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

The Three ā€œCā€

Cozy, Comfortable and Clean. Our 2 week stay was wonderful. We were able to relax and unplug from our crazy, fast-paced city living. Dale and Chio are the best hosts. We will be back, maybe for a ?month? šŸ˜€
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Roger G.

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

Beautiful view very relaxing

We spent three nights here and very much enjoyed our stay. I like the different lounging areas and the outdoor cooking area. There are also hotshot pits bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alisha C.

This is our go to vacation spot every year, if possible!

Love love love this place! All the amenities are great, the owners are fantastic. We look forward to coming here every year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lenda J.

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

Peaceful and quiet

Plenty of room inside and out. Loved the multiple decks looking out at the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki O.

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

live a little

This place is so peaceful, clean we really enjoyed our visit and Chio and Dale are amazing can't wait to come back. The home was just wonderful the river is clean and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

A beautiful place

An amazing place. Would be perfect for a family get together. Peaceful and absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

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

Very relaxing/stress reliever

We had a great time, enjoying nature on the river. We look forward to staying again, fishing, cooking out, enjoying a cocktail by the fire. This was our fourth time staying at one of the properties there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George K.

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

Great Cabin On Cape Fear

Great property. We would love to do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

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

Spring Fishing Trip

Great river cabin. We all love to fish for big catfish and have always been successful. The river was muddy be cleared up during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Columbus county

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

Peaceful

My Husband and I and ou teenagers love this place! Great owners as well!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

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

Awesome cabin

Awesome location on the river. Large cabin with plenty of outside deck room. Private and able to fish all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Beautiful location

My friend and I wanted a quiet weekend away to just catch up and recharge. This cabin was perfect for that. A little weird that we needed to bring our own sheets and towels but we loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Great Getaway

Wonderful place to stay. The host was very responsive and even gave us a tour of the property. This will definitely be a repeat visit. The river was way to fast for the family to fish in but in the same area is a swamp and it was perfect for letting the kids fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

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

Guys week

All the men in the family husband, sons grandsons had a menā€™s vacation.. unfortunately, they didnā€™t catch any fish due to the hurricane and flooding, but they had a great time bonding.. My husband and I have stayed in the small cabin. My son loved it and said they were definitely go back!! The owner is awesome and very kind and informant
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

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

Vacay

Our stay was very nice. We didnā€™t however have any kitchen towels or dishcloths or any hand towels for the bathrooms. We were supposed to clean before we left but found no cleaning supplies. I cleaned the best I could with paper towels and hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

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

Fishing trip

Great place and location to catch big catfish!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023