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Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
Nestled on the serene Calfkiller River, this home offers a peaceful retreat for up to 6 guests. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a beautiful view of the river, you'll feel at ease in this quiet abode. Explore downtown Sparta just minutes away or enjoy nearby attractions like kayaking and hiking trails.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!

On the Calfkiller River! Comfortable, quiet home for 6 guests with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a beautiful view and access to the river. 10 minutes to downtown Sparta! Sparta is also well-known as an excellent kayaking and hiking area with several rivers and falls nearby. Other nearby attractions: Calfkiller Brewery, Northfield Vineyards, the Mennonite Communities of Fall Creek Falls and Muddy Pond. If you're looking for a fun get-away, close to downtown, than look no further!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • 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
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Similar properties

Property grounds
Sparta House on the Calfkiller River
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 6 reviews
The price is AU$601
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Sparta House on the Calfkiller River

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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

About the area

Map
Sparta, TN

What's nearby

  • Caney Fork River - 5 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • White County Public Library - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Sparta City Hall - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Fall Creek Falls State Park - 15 min drive - 22.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax! located?

This family-friendly Sparta holiday home is located on the waterfront, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Caney Fork River and White County Public Library. Pearson Park and Fall Creek Falls State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Waterfront River House - kayak, fish, & relax! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had everything we needed and a beautiful view. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

A Fantastic Place to Stay.

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the River House……hosts communicated very well, the house was clean, well put together and had a great location. We will definitely stay again on our next trip to Sparta.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Quiet, clean and great accommodations

Stayed here with my wife and sister, very pleasant experience. The river was beautiful. Very close to Sparta and many state parks. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the River House. Beautiful property, all amenities provided, great location to explore Middle Tennessee. Sparta is small but has some great restaurants and is close to larger towns for more shopping/restaurants. Loved the daily visits from the dog, Merle, the cat and the chickens. This rental is one of the best we’ve stayed at. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Above and beyond

Our stay here was outstanding! Check in and check out was seamless, with prompt communication. We enjoy hiking and kayaking, and there is an abundance of that in this area! We enjoyed relaxing on the deck overlooking the river, it was very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location!! My hubby enjoyed every minute of fishing on the river conveniently situated in the backyard. Lovely deck to enjoy our morning coffee. The hosts thought of everything needed for their guests. One of the best Vrbos we have stayed in and we highly recommend it! The hosts very extremely nice and made us feel so welcome. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in TN
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was just as described. We had a good time fishing and of course we loved Merle and Luna!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property were wonderful! The hosts thought of everything, kitchen had everything you need or would want. There was fresh picked tomatoes and homemade bread to welcome us! The view of the river was so relaxing, and the use of the kayaks was so much fun! The only thing I would have wanted different was to get the check in information the night before. I highly recommend if your looking for a great place to stay and enjoy family time!
View from deck
enjoying the river
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ChadTrude S.

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

Great accommodations in a great hiking area

We chose this location and rental due to location and other great reviews. It is centrally located to many state parks but there is also the option to kayak right out the back door. Large windows overlook the river with beautiful sunrises. Great options for food and ice cream (our favorite treat) nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Beautiful, and incredibly clean

We loved our stay. Very nice house and the cleanest house my family has stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haylee M.

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

Nice get away

Very clean and the area was nice for kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay. It was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Great Place!!!!

The house was very nice and was just as described. We really enjoyed our stay and it was a wonderful touch that they had fresh eggs and bread for us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

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

River House

The home was very clean and nice! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Great getaway

Everything was great! It was a good place to get away from all the hustle and bustle. Savannah kept us in the loop despite all the stormy weather and it was overall a great experience! The boys loved Merle the dog and the cat that came and said hello every day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla R.

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

Great property

The house was extremely clean. Awesome view of the river. Easy check-in, check-out. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ty M.

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

Great getaway

We had a great time at the river house. The house was fully equipped with everything you could need and Savannah was amazing to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerard C.

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

Wonderful Rural Getaway!

This was a great stay. Roomy, comfortable and a back deck that provides a "magazine article" setting. The perfect place for morning coffee. Worth every penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Dream stay for paddlers

We absolutely loved the place. It was very comfortable and the river was just so pleasant to paddle. It was within driving distance of so many state parks with amazing waterfalls, and the local pizzeria and coffee shop were excellent suggestions. Thanks for an hosting us on this wonderful little vacation, we really enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

River Home

The home was very enjoyable and very clean. We would book it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Delightful

We had a short trip for my daughter's birthday and loved our stay. The homemade bread and eggs were such a nice surprise when we arrived. Perfect location for a day trip to Rock Island. We had enough space and all we needed for our family of 5. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heath O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Work week stay

Clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie c.

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

LOVE THIS PLACE

The house and property were amazing and so beautiful! The view of the river, the deck and beautiful outdoor furniture were just perfect! Looking to book again and take friends. Perfect GETWAY! Thank you we enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny N.

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

Wonderful Place

The Riverhouse was a great place for our weekend getaway as we visited Falls Creek Falls. It was extremely well furnished and clean inside and out. The peaceful setting is truly a little peice of heaven on earth. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

Lovely place

Super cute place and the host left yummy homemade zucchini bread and fresh eggs and veggies. We had vistors every morning (Luna cat and Marge dog) they were the sweetest animals Very relaxing place would have love having more time there. and new friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024