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A living room with a fireplace, a television, two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.
A covered outdoor deck with a sink and bench, supported by wooden posts.
A cozy room with a brown armchair, a cushion, a lamp, and a painting of a bicycle.
A white building with a green roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and a wooden staircase.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a decorative wall hanging, and a small table with a plant and a tissue box.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to New River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Porch or veranda

Explore the area

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Fries, VA
  • Place, Blue Ridge Music Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Stone Mountain State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, The Andy Griffith Museum
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

River View Place / beautiful view

Riverview Place is an original mill house built in 1902...Most all of the houses in Fries were built at the same time...The history of this town is shared with visitors by locals with great pride in their stories about their lives while growing up in a town owned by and run by "The Mill"..Music was and is a huge part of who they are..
Once the railroad stopped coming the state of Virginia made a rails to trails park called The New River Trail State Park which begins in Fries and goes for a little over 50 miles to Pulaski. Along with bike riding there is great fishing, canoeing, tubing and hiking and you can join in with some ole time porch sitting.
Fries is located 6 miles from Galax where there is a Super Walmart, other groceries, shopping, and restaurants.

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1114454vb
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 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

Fries

Located in Fries, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Rex Theater and Old Cranks Motor Car Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wayne Henderson's Workshop and Fort Chiswell Animal Park. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Fries, VA

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Music Center - 27 min drive - 34.1 km
  • New River Trail State Park - 41 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Stone Mountain State Park - 42 min drive - 59.2 km
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 50 min drive - 72.6 km
  • Claytor Lake - 50 min drive - 69.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz #601 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River View Place / beautiful view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River View Place / beautiful view?

As of 2 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River View Place / beautiful view on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$765, 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 River View Place / beautiful view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River View Place / beautiful view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River View Place / beautiful view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River View Place / beautiful view located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from New River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Jefferson National Forest and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. City of Galax Municipal Golf Course and Wayne Henderson's Workshop are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 70 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river view was beautiful! The kitchen was as well supplied as any place I have ever stayed. The living room and bedrooms were very comfortable and the hosts were friendly, helpful and very accommodating! There was an issue with the TV that they addressed and fixed quickly. I would not hesitate to stay there again and to recommend the Riverview Cottage to family and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint house with wonderful outdoor area overlooking the river and park. There’s a storage shed for bikes and it’s an easy 1/4 mile ride to the bike path. Highly recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
It's great that you enjoyed our home...That is what we aim for...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry L.

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

Great views!

Enjoyed our visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every amenity one could ask for! Perfect location for relaxation, fishing, biking, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place to stay to bike the New River Trail and to sit on the porch and watch the river go by. Lovely home and a very relaxing vacation. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Beautiful

It is a gorgeous place and so clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

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

Beautiful weekend in the river

Lovely home on the river in our old home town. Clean, beautifully redone home with everything you need just waiting for you. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Wonderful Stay in Fries, VA

I rented the house for my mother who was visiting, and she couldn't have enjoyed it more! Wonderful property and the owners have thought of everything to make it very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
Thanks for your positive review!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Sanctuary for Relaxing

We immediately fell in love with this home. The personal touches were lovely. We had the perfect view of the river. Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thanks guys...Looking forward to your return...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

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

Cozy home away from home

We greatly enjoyed our time in the riverfront home! We had an excellent view of the river and dam and the home came equipped with just avout everything we could have needed. We look forward to another stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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

Memorial Day weekend

Beautiful location in walking distance of trail, park and downtown area. Everyone we met was very friendly. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter U.

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

Fries Vacation

Cottage was perfect for a weekend getaway. Could hear and view the New River from the front porch. Easy access to the New River Trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Great View!

Very clean and comfortable home. Rented for our in laws to stay and they loved it and the town. They even saw a Bald Eagle flying in the park. Owners were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea G.

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

Perfect getaway!!

This house is so perfect!! Has everything you could possibly need, and such a beautiful view on the river!! You won't regret staying here!!! Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the one of the best VRBO that we have stayed at in the past 13 years! We walked to the property entrance across a beautifully landscaped yard (with solar generated very real looking torch lights that lit up the path later at night). We entered the beautifully decorated and fully modern house with vintage touches that I loved. We were greeted by peaceful playing music with an accompanied calming scene on the TV monitor! Just a first class welcome! The bathroom was modern and had everything you could ask for, including an excellent draining shower (which is not always the case, in other places we have stayed). A BIG Plus. The bed was perfectly comfortable and the sheets were extremely soft and comfortable and of a VERY good quality. The whole place was immaculately clean, down to the baseboards.We had quick access to the cycling trails where we saw lots of wildlife. We loved sitting out on the porch overlooking the New River. Richard and Rachel were the best hosts, always available for questions and inquiries. Although we had the pleasure of meeting Richard, who was so very nice, we missed meeting Rachel. So, we must thank her here for her very professional and welcoming atmosphere she created in this ever so charming house.Thank you, Richard and Rachel for allowing us to stay at this highly recommended VRBO!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Wow…
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

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

Excellent

Very nice property overlooking the river. Beautifully remodeled house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Peaceful

I was looking for some where to stay and just relax. Enjoy God creation. I found that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Another Great Stay

As was the case last year at their other VRBO home in Fries, VA the house was very clean, accommodations were exactly as described, and the owners are always responsive to emails and questions. I recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Weekend

Can’t say enough about this property, inside and out. So much attention to detail. The house was so comfortable and charming. The river view being right across the street was great. Just can’t say enough about this place. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

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

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Nice house, we enjoyed our stay and our river float
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Super Lovely porch view!

Well kept, user friendly location in a sweet town. Lots potential for tip top outside activities like biking, water play, and fun things on grass (chuck a ball, frisbee, tag, etc). Kitchen was highly functional and nicely equipped for making real meals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA S.

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

Quiet riverside retreat

Riverview Place was such a peaceful property and certainly exceeded our expectations. The home was very clean, and the owners provided everything to make our stay comfortable and convenient. We appreciated Richard's thoughtful communication and the historical preservation/significance of the property. We look forward to returning to this home for future New River Trail activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrin B.

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

Fun in Fries

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cottage. A lovely wrap around deck with views of the river and lots of seating. The kitchen was well stocked. It had everything we needed. It was great to be able to store our bikes in the shed when we weren’t riding the trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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

comfortable and scenic location

It was convenient to family in Galax Va. Also it was nicely furnished. The kitchen was equipped with all we needed to cook our meals. We like to cook our own meals when we can. Also it was scenic with the New River view from the porch. We plan to use this house again when we visit family. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rachel or Richard Hawks

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Rachel is a retired Flight Attendant and Richard is a retired Police Officer...We live very nearby to both of our vacation rentals and will be happy to assist if needed...

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