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Peacefull River Home

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Riverfront retreat, River's Edge Home on Lake James offers a serene escape. Screened porch with fire pit and open decks overlooking the river invite relaxation. Enjoy full kitchen amenities, grill on deck, and washer/dryer for convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 898 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peacefull River Home

Comfortable 3 bd, 2 bath home on the river. 2 queen beds and full-size bunk beds. Screened porch with propane fire pit. Open deck overlooking the river. Full kitchen. Grill on deck. Less than 2 miles to public boat landing on beautiful Lake James. Use of 2 kayaks. Close to many hiking trails. 2 miles to state park. Also, my wife is a chef that can cook your favorite dinner. Call for pricing. Washer and dryer. Small office for working vacations.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Use kayaks at own risk.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Marion, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Linville Caverns - 36 min drive - 43.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 52 min drive - 67.6 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 56 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Lake Lure - 59 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bessie's Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪J. Hartman's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peacefull River Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Peacefull River Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peacefull River Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peacefull River Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peacefull River Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake James and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Catawba River. Marion Greenway Trailhead and McDowell County Courthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Peacefull River Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

We absolutely love this house. It’s very homely and well taken care of in a great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous location! Kayaking and fishing were top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice. The location was perfect for what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

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

Great location

We had a great week. The location was perfect, right on the river and somehow remote while still being close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda Thornton W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time here and the cabin was extremely clean. We had fun and want to come back. The cabin is well organized too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet location. Clean fully stocked perfect for overnight even long-term stay, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly V.

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

Great House!

We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon B.

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

Mother's Day weekend

Awesome getaway for the weekend. Very quite and beautiful cabin
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This truly was a "Peaceful" river home. We enjoyed the solitude and quiet cabin. Evenings on the screened in back deck were really nice. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha G.

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

Loved the river views from the proch

Excellent stay and lovely property. Wonderful place to join our family and friends for the weekend. The open floor plan was perfect for our needs. We loved playing board games on the covered porch and deck.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Perfect Home Away from Home

Everything you needed, all the little touches were greatly appreciated. Beds were SUPER comfortable. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca d.

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

Girls trip

We enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect. Had everything we needed for our trip. Great shopping in nearby downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Perfect place to stay!!

Absolutely beautiful home! Very inviting and comfortable with a great, peaceful location. The host welcoming letter made us feel right at home. We had such a relaxing stay and would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee M.

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

The best

Was clean and right on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

matt t.

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

LOCATION

Peaceful location near the river and very clean house. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Great spot for hikers

The house was perfect, and every detail was thought of. We enjoyed your screened porch with a fire table. This is a great base point for hiking in and around Pisgah NF.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelly C.

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

Cozy home and great location!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed the convenient access to kayaking on the river and being minutes from the marina. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Great weekend

The home was just what we needed for a quiet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sara C.

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

Nice spot

Nice little cottage near Lake James
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

What a beautiful place

The owners are absolutely wonderful! They are easy to get a hold of and so kind! Thank you for letting us enjoy your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Peaceful place for sure!

Great place! Nice layout with view of the river. Loved the screened porch area and spent as much time there as anywhere! Very clean, comfortable beds, easy check in and the kayaks are a nice bonus! Definitely recommend if traveling to that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Labor Day Get away

We loved the House it was very comfortable and clean . The Screened in Porch was great . The House was very close to all the Attractions we wanted to visit along with many restaurants and Grocery stores .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Quiet Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our extended weekend in the peaceful little house on the river! We were able to access some hiking trails with a little drive. The kayaks at the property were an added bonus. Great screened in porch too!

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

River House

Beautiful house. Great communication with owner. We will definately be back. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Awesome Stay

What a quaint peaceful home! We so enjoyed our visit, with every thing provided that one would need for their stay. Awesome hosts communication before, during & after. Thank you Barton & Marsha for sharing your place with us! We had a wonderful Christmas!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024