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The River House Close to Everything

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Living room
Living area
Lake
Exterior
Main floor full bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Roanoke, VA
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mill Mountain Star
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Berglund Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Full Bed

1 Double Bed

Master Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The River House Close to Everything


* We are activally cleaning and sanitizing this rental with extra sanitation methods with each stay.

The River House is an adorable place to stay right on the Roanoke River and Roanoke Green Way. Rent bikes 500 feet from the house, walk to downtown, float the river with tubes, kayaks, paddle boards, or canoe rentals available! So much to do in Roanoke and you are in the heart of it!

A 100 foot high star atop a mountain and visible from miles around welcomes you to the "Star City of the South," a great beginning for your weekend getaway to this city rich in culture, history, fun, and entertainment. Close to the star is the Mill Mountain Zoo, where you'll see the endangered Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger and Red Wolf, along with 40-plus other animal species. The Center in the Square is the city's cultural hub, where you can catch a Broadway-quality show at the Mill Mountain Theater or hear the celebrated Roanoke Symphony. Museums are everywhere, and whether your interest lies in art, history, science or transportation, you'll find a museum to match it.

Virginia’s Blue Ridge is home to an impressive collection of locally-produced craft beer, wine, and spirits. Our setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains makes it an ideal location for growing grapes, as well as producing outstanding craft beer with the rich water sources in streams and rivers that flow through the mountains.

There's something to keep you occupied and entertained every minute in this environmentally-conscious, friendly and very welcoming Virginia city.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
The River is in your backyard and not baby proof.
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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

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Roanoke

Located in Roanoke, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Roanoke Pinball Museum and History Museum & Historical Society of Western Virginia are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit City Market Building and Bennington Place Shopping Center. Science Museum of Western Virginia and Hopkins Planetarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
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Roanoke, VA

What's nearby

  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mill Mountain Star - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Center in the Square - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Virginia Museum of Transportation - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Berglund Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 9 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chris's Coffee & Custard - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fork in the Alley - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starr Hill Pilot Brewery and Side Stage - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House Close to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The River House Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River House Close to Everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River House Close to Everything located?

Located in the heart of Roanoke, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of River's Edge Sports Complex and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Mill Mountain Park and Roanoke City Public Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). Roanoke Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Quick trip

Visiting Roanoke ahead of a future move
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline R.

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

Blue Ridge Marathon

Warm cozy home . Great location ! Very clean . We had a wonderful weekend !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George E.

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

Great central location

We enjoyed being close to the Greenway, downtown Roanoke and Mill Mountain (home of the star).
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIANNA R.

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

Great location

Very clean home. The house is on the river the green way is in your back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa l.

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

Wedding weekend getaway

We had a great stay at the River House. It was conveniently located for us, and met our needs well. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a good place to stay in Roanoke.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carrie S.

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

Great place!

Loved house, so clean, loved location Greenway ice cream shop Everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

Wonderful

We had a wonderful visit in Roanoke. The location was perfect. Decorated very nicely and very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Hiking trip

Great property near the river. Walking distance to Starr brewing and Blue Cow Ice Cream. Great location for hiking in the Roanoke area. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

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

Graduation Getaway

Beautiful, clean home with comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion F.

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

Great little house

My sisters and I had a great stay here. There were four of us and it was very comfortable and clean. We loved the back deck and view of the greenway and a Roanoke River. We walked the greenway every morning and got to see the murals painted on the bridge underpasses. The neighborhood was safe and quiet and close to everything we did. Lots of food and breweries. The mill mountain star is close-and was a fun trek one night after dinner! Would definitely stay here again. Well stocked with comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

River House

Great location and very responsive and accommodating owner/response. Enjoyed the house and Roanoke for a long weekend with a friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter D., Callaway

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

Much Better Than Expected!

We absolutely loved this VRBO! There's so much to do within walking distance in every direction. The house is also very cozy and quiet. We really enjoyed our time there and highly recommend this one :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Graduation

Great place. We walked to breakfest 1 day. The next day we had some excellent ice cream down the street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Franklin, United States

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

Perfect for what we needed.

This place was perfect. It had plenty of space, was clean, and close to everything. Initially, it was a little chilly downstairs, but once we turned the heat up a couple degrees, it was perfect. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone needed a spot to rent in Roanoke.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., Roseland, NJ

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

Great stay for graduation

Wonderful stay. We had a graduation at VT, and while Roanoke is 45 min drive, quite a lot of people stay there because it is just easier and less crowded. Property was very clean, beds and linens super comfortable. Didn't get to use outside space because we were so busy. Lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda O.

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

Clean house, convenient location

We had a good trip. We couldn’t get the toaster to work and the kitchen seemed a little light on moving bowls And Saran Wrap. The downstairs water pressure in the sink is low. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Very positive…only issue was front door auto lock. Inconsistent and needed to try combo 10 or more

Overall good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen N.

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

Lovely home

This is a cozy and lovely property. There were a few maintenance issues one of which made for a restless night as the HVAC was extremely loud every time it cut on or off. Hopefully, will be resolved with a clean filter. But it’s a really beautiful house and the location could not be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

River Sunsets

Not only is the Rivah House cute as a button, it is clean, well furnished, and steps away from the Greenway which winds along the Roanoke River. The river view from the back deck is veiled by a beautiful weeping willow tree. We enjoyed watching the sunset over the lazy flow of the river. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rolandas M.

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

Mr

Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori U.

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

Convenient Location

The River House is a convenient place to stay. It is right on the walking path and next to the river. It was too chilly for us to use the path or the lovely back porch but we have already made plans to come back. There was ample on street parking. One queen bedroom and bath were in the finished basement giving each couple privacy. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn C., Charlottesville

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

Great house and location

My husband and I enjoyed a long weekend here relaxing and exploring Roanoke. The home was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed, from dishes to toiletries. The location was particularly excellent - right on the greenway, which we used to bike to coffee and restaurants. Only nitpicky observation was that, although the house got beautiful light, all of the windows only had thin curtains - something to keep in mind for anyone with kids or those who need a darker room to sleep when it’s light out. Overall a great experience and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Walker’s Haven

We parked our cars Friday night and did not move them until checkout time. We walked everywhere! A rain with lightening had us catch Uber for $9 to get back to the house at 9 p.m. We enjoyed the adventures of the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Joyce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Concern about radon

We did not stay in the property. After checking in we discovered a radon mitigation system in the basement. We would not have been concerned if it showed that it was functioning and had been inspected recently. It showed nothing since 2018. Out of an abundance of caution we called the owner and asked for a refund, which he readily agreed to. It is a very cute place and well appointed, so we were very disappointed to make this decision. We are still waiting for refund from VRBO for their fee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Family Christmas 2022. A relaxing visit while still experiencing so much that Roanoke has to offer.

Great location! This house is close to downtown and to all other sections and sites of Roanoke. It is clean and furnished perfectly for a relaxing visit. It has a well appointed kitchen for cooking, take out or just morning coffee. The basement is situated as a private suite for a couple's privacy while upstairs is perfect for 2 other couples or singles. The neighborhood is quiet and everyone slept so well. A walking / running path is just steps away from the backdoor for early morning walks/runs. The owner is accessible and very accommodating. Definitely in the top five VRBOs we have rented.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

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