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Peacefull River Home

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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back of house
Property grounds
full size bunk beds
screened in porch with gas fire pit
view from the road

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 897.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Marion, NC
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, McDowell County Courthouse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake James State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Use kayaks at own risk.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Marion

Located in Marion, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Buck Creek Trout Farm and Belle Nicho Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake James State Park and Lake James. The Outpost and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Marion, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marion Greenway Trailhead - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • McDowell County Courthouse - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lake James State Park - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Linville Caverns - 36 min drive - 43.1 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
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mica Town Brewing - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peacefull River Home pet-friendly?

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

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).

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. 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, cabin was excellent and so was the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway - especially enjoyed the screened in porch, layout of the house, and river proximity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

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

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

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want a peaceful retreat then look no further! This is your spot! The house is perfectly clean and well appointed. My favorite spot for a morning cup of coffee was the screened in porch looking out at the river. Unfortunately we didn’t get to spend our time allotted there and had to leave early.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Perfect Get-Away

This house was perfect! We had 5 adults and our dog with us and it did not feel cramped at all. We enjoyed cooking every night and breakfast. Kitchen was well equipped!We did a cold plunge in the lake too! Within a 45 minute drive to Asheville and waterfall hikes!We had a blast and intend to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayna R.

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

Great location

This rental is in a great location! We were able to get to the Lake James Park in 15 minutes and it was about 10 minutes from downtown where there were stores and restaurants. It also had a great screened porch, where we spent the majority of our time when at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey P.

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

Perfect Getaway

The house was new, clean and perfect for our family of 5. We stayed for 4 nights. The house was cozy but still had enough space and all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. Sitting in the screened porch with the river in the back was so peaceful. The host was very responsive and we really enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

German R.

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

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience

Awesome CLEAN Vrbo. The location is exactly what I needed which was quite peaceful and secluded. We needed to get away and find tranquility. We spent most of our time lounging on the enclosed patio enjoying the fire table. The property has river access. Enjoyed listening to the birds in the morning. Lots to do nearby. Check out the Linville Caverns and Linville falls nearby. Awesome hiking. Host is extremely helpful and communicates promptly. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love the little house. It was pet friendly so we were able to bring our cats and they absolutely love the screened in porch. As did my husband and I watching the river from the house was amazing. We even got to see one of the birds of prey, catch a fish. We were able to go from the house to multiple hiking spots and just have a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay here, and found everything clean and welcoming. The back porch was a favorite hang out spot for my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, well stocked with essentials and host was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

D J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the home. Perfect setup for our guys weekend at Marion Bigfoot Festival. Cant wait until next chance to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

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

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

Monica L.

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

Cutest Little River Cabin

Our party of 6 enjoyed our stay at this cute little cabin right on the Catawba River. We had plenty of room with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed. There were plenty of linens. The little screened porch with the fire pit table was a great place to sit and relax. We appreciated the easy check-in, but check-out even more. There was no long list of chores that had to be completed before we left. We had a hearty breakfast from Bessie’s Diner and Blanton House was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

About the host

Hosted by BARTON COOK

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Semi-retired couple that grew up in this area. My wife is a chef that enjoys cooking and hosting parties. This is our first VRBO property.

Why they chose this property

Quite peaceful area where the river enters Lake James.

What makes this property unique

Great water view. Convenient to many hiking trails, boating, fishing or just enjoying the outdoors.

Languages:

English

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