Riverwood at Mill Ridge - hot tub, arcades, firepit along Watauga River, walk to pool, tennis
5.0
Outstanding(8 Reviews)House in Watauga, NC
19 guests · 6 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Welcome to Riverwood at Mill Ridge!
This spacious home is centrally located in the High Country with quick access to Boone, Banner Elk, and everywhere in between! Next to the Watauga River, guests can enjoy the idyllic setting outside or spend time in the newly renovated inside. The main level offers dining in the formal room, with additional seating in the breakfast table and the counter. There is a gorgeous kitchen with matte steel appliances and granite counters, both Keurig and drip coffee, and easy access to the dining or living rooms. Near the front entrance is a half bath for convenience. Off the living area is the primary bedroom with a king bed and Roku TV. The attached full bathroom has a tiled tub/shower combination with jets and granite counters.
Head upstairs and you'll find two wings, each with two bedrooms and a shared bath between them in the hallway. To one side, a queen bedroom and a full over full bunk room with a twin trundle. To the other side of the home, a queen bedroom and a twin over full bunk room that includes a twin trundle. Each of the full bathrooms upstairs has a tub/shower combination and beautiful granite counters. Between the two wings is a large loft, set up as a great space for the family. There is a daybed with trundle to one side with a TV. The opposite side has a twin over twin bunk. Three arcades are set up (Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, & Ms. Pac-Man) with cozy bean bag chairs. For the littlest ones, the loft has a train table for hours of play. Cut down on your packing knowing that tucked in a closet are a high chair, bouncer, baby gates, and a portable crib.
Outside, the deck has been renovated and leads down to the grounds. Here you'll find the hot tub and stone patio with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs surrounding it. Explore the yard and walk to the Watauga River ten yards away.
Across the road on the front side is the seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts, and small park for visitors of Mill Ridge.
Area attractions include:
Front Porch Antique Market (Grandfather Vineyard and Winery (Mast General Store (10min)
Valle Crucis Community Park (10min)
App State Campus (12min)
Hawksnest Tubing and Ziplinging (12min)
Sugar Ski (14min)
Additional Notes:
- This home allows up to 2 mature dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted, as the owners are extremely allergic to cats.
- Firewood for the firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You'll receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25/night plus tax.
- AWD/4WD or chains may be needed for all homes in the High Country, but this home has a perfectly flat driveway for easier access. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Guests have access to seasonal pool across the street and tennis courts while staying at this home. Mill Ridge community does not allow pool parking lot to be used for Riverwood overflow parking and this is strictly enforced.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of he deposit.
Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest.
All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198
This spacious home is centrally located in the High Country with quick access to Boone, Banner Elk, and everywhere in between! Next to the Watauga River, guests can enjoy the idyllic setting outside or spend time in the newly renovated inside. The main level offers dining in the formal room, with additional seating in the breakfast table and the counter. There is a gorgeous kitchen with matte steel appliances and granite counters, both Keurig and drip coffee, and easy access to the dining or living rooms. Near the front entrance is a half bath for convenience. Off the living area is the primary bedroom with a king bed and Roku TV. The attached full bathroom has a tiled tub/shower combination with jets and granite counters.
Head upstairs and you'll find two wings, each with two bedrooms and a shared bath between them in the hallway. To one side, a queen bedroom and a full over full bunk room with a twin trundle. To the other side of the home, a queen bedroom and a twin over full bunk room that includes a twin trundle. Each of the full bathrooms upstairs has a tub/shower combination and beautiful granite counters. Between the two wings is a large loft, set up as a great space for the family. There is a daybed with trundle to one side with a TV. The opposite side has a twin over twin bunk. Three arcades are set up (Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, & Ms. Pac-Man) with cozy bean bag chairs. For the littlest ones, the loft has a train table for hours of play. Cut down on your packing knowing that tucked in a closet are a high chair, bouncer, baby gates, and a portable crib.
Outside, the deck has been renovated and leads down to the grounds. Here you'll find the hot tub and stone patio with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs surrounding it. Explore the yard and walk to the Watauga River ten yards away.
Across the road on the front side is the seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts, and small park for visitors of Mill Ridge.
Area attractions include:
Front Porch Antique Market (Grandfather Vineyard and Winery (Mast General Store (10min)
Valle Crucis Community Park (10min)
App State Campus (12min)
Hawksnest Tubing and Ziplinging (12min)
Sugar Ski (14min)
Additional Notes:
- This home allows up to 2 mature dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted, as the owners are extremely allergic to cats.
- Firewood for the firepit may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You'll receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25/night plus tax.
- AWD/4WD or chains may be needed for all homes in the High Country, but this home has a perfectly flat driveway for easier access. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Guests have access to seasonal pool across the street and tennis courts while staying at this home. Mill Ridge community does not allow pool parking lot to be used for Riverwood overflow parking and this is strictly enforced.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of he deposit.
Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest.
All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Watauga, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(8 Reviews)5.0
Awesome family friendly home. Took 5 grandchildren ages 3 months to 9 years. House had anything you could even think of to keep them entertained and the pool was just across the street. Also a plus that everything for the baby was provided so we didn't have to pack any baby items other than diapers and milk. Very close to Tweetsie and Grandfather Mountain
5.0
The house was everything we expected it to be except poor accessibility to the rivers edge. Also, this is a very narrow section of the Watauga river. It’s more like a big creek. The front yard and the backyard had not been mowed, and it was noted that the backyard is purposely overgrown to accommodate wildlife. The back deck and furniture had not been blown off or cleaned off and the fire pit had an infestation of ants so we did not use those chairs. However, there is a great front porch with rocking chairs.
The house was very clean, a well supplied kitchen, although the chef knives were very dull and the cookware not the best. If you cook a lot on your vacation, bring your own knives and your favorite skillet. Something was wrong with the oven. Every time we used the oven, it would burn whatever we were cooking on the bottom and would hardly cook the top. With a family of 13 with small children, we did a lot of cooking. There is a great dining room with a large table. There is no central air, however they do have wall units and window units that worked perfectly. The neighborhood is very tidy and the swimming pool is located right across the street. The tennis courts are not playable, they need a lot of work so don’t plan on playing tennis. There were lots of toys for the children and anything you would need as far as baby furniture. We had a great time together and I would recommend it to a family with children.
5.0
This was a great place for a family get together. The house is a center point in the area. We went zip lining, hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding, water rafting, and sight seeing. Then when we came back to the house, it was great to climb into the hot tub and relax the old muscles. The kids loved the game room, and the river was available for fishing. In fact a guide was on the water behind the house instructing a fisherman on technique, that my grandson, a teenager took in every word.
5.0
Kids loved the game room, the creek, and the loft area! We had an amazing stay. We appreciated being able to use the fire pit, hot tub and other amenities easily.
5.0
We enjoyed the house and location as it was a perfect fit for all of us!
The only thing I will mention is the hole in the ceiling in the master bedroom. I believe there was a leak, but now it is covered by plastic and there is a musty smell.
We enjoyed our stay and will be back!
5.0
Beautiful house with everything you need to enjoy your trip. Great location and lots to do in the area. We hope to come back for another visit!
5.0
My husband, my parents, and our 3 children (age 6, 3 and 3 months) had an amazing stay with nothing but great things to say!! Perfect location -- close to everything, on the river so the men could fly fish, arcade games and tons of toys and room to play, fully stocked kitchen, ans even a rocking chair to use with baby. We will defifinitely be back! Thanks for a great stay!
5.0
This house is everything you see and more. It was the perfect setup for our kids and their cousins to have a memorable family trip. The house is stocked with video games, train sets, legos, books, bunk beds, cozy coupes and more that the kids enjoyed. The adults enjoyed the stocked kitchen, on-site hot tub, views of the river and easy access to the pool and tennis courts. This home gets our highest review, and we are already planning our return visit.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Watauga?
The average price for a rental in Watauga is R 4,528 per night. This rental is R 4,709 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Riverwood at Mill Ridge - hot tub, arcades, firepit along Watauga River, walk to pool, tennis. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Riverwood at Mill Ridge - hot tub, arcades, firepit along Watauga River, walk to pool, tennis. Enjoy the water!
Is Riverwood at Mill Ridge - hot tub, arcades, firepit along Watauga River, walk to pool, tennis pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Riverwood at Mill Ridge - hot tub, arcades, firepit along Watauga River, walk to pool, tennis?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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