5 STAR RIVERFRONT HOME ON NEW RIVER IN NC BLUE RIDGE MTNS

 
 
 
Sparta house rental - View of the river from the deck
View of the river from the deck
 
Sparta house rental - View of the river from the deck

View of the river from the deck

View From Riverbank

View From Riverbank

Living Area, 2 very comfortable sofas

Living Area, 2 very comfortable sofas

River directly in front yard, ideal for tubing

River directly in front yard, ideal for tubing

Sleeping Porch overllooking the river, creek run

Sleeping Porch overllooking the river, creek run

comfortable living room

comfortable living room

View as you enter Private Drive, river on the left

View as you enter Private Drive, river on the left

Feel the breeze off the river as you relax

Feel the breeze off the river as you relax

Float on a tube or canoe down the river in front

Float on a tube or canoe down the river in front

Fully furnished beautiful kitchen

Fully furnished beautiful kitchen

Large bedroom #1with queen bed

Large bedroom #1with queen bed

Both bathrooms with large stone showers

Both bathrooms with large stone showers

Family bedroom #2 with queen bed

Family bedroom #2 with queen bed

dining room overlooking the river

dining room overlooking the river

Roses, play area & river in front yard

Roses, play area & river in front yard

Per night (USD) $150 - $250
Per week $1,300 - $1,750
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps8
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Sparta vacation house rental
Country House , 2 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch + kids alcove, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)

This new 2-story, post-and-beam house sits on 12 pristine acres and is only 150 feet from the New River, ironically the oldest river in the western hemisphere. With a 1 1/4 mile of riverfront, the house nestles in the midst of picturesque farmland, wildlife nesting grounds, and beautiful hiking trails. Enjoy the stacked stone fireplace with plenty of firewood This home is directly on the riverbank. Is also ideal for small weddings and reunions. Wonderful living room, separate dining room and Kitchen all very great views.

Located ten miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, the property sits astride the NC & VA state line, about 30 miles north on US Hwy 21 from I-77. between the small towns of Sparta, NC, and Independence, VA. From your seat on the expansive deck and adjacent cathedral- ceiling, 18X24' porch, you can spot hawks, geese, ducks,turkeys, fox, deer, and other wildlife. The house overlooks the bends of the river and has steep wooded hillsides, and is set amid rolling lawns, with adjacent brook and gardens planted with roses, willows, and wild flowers

House ( 1,800 sq. ft.) has 2 large bedrooms and a third sleeping area on the large 400 sq. ft sleeping porch, Master bedroom has a queen bed and family bedroom has a queen bed + a full size electric inflatiable mattress in the Children's alcove. The large porch is ideal as a 3rd bedroom in the summer, complete with creek running alongside the porch. Living room has two convertible queen-bed sofas, one of which is usually used on the porch as a 3rd sleeping area. . Separate dining-room, kitchen with work island and windows overlooking raspberry patch and wood ferns. The setting provides a quiet, peaceful retreat, or, if you prefer, hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, & warm-weather tubing & swimming.

The area is known for fishing, tubing & canoeing on then New River, Blue Grass Festivals and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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About Buck Winfield

Native of Charlotte, NC. Graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and Emory University. Lifelong summer resident. Owned property since 1955.

Buck Winfield purchased this house in 2002
Why Buck Winfield chose Sparta

Largest privately owned riverfront property on the New River in the Sparta Area. Generally considered one of the best riverfront home in the NC's New River Valley. Large 12 acres, pet friendly. Lots of privacy. Available year-round, great for families, children or a couple looking for peace and quiet.

What makes this house unique

1100 ft of riverfront, 2 creeks, a beautiful meadow and a valley, caves and excellent access to the river in the front yard.

Sparta house rental - View of the river from the deck

View of the river from the deck

View From Riverbank

View From Riverbank

Living Area, 2 very comfortable sofas

Living Area, 2 very comfortable sofas

River directly in front yard, ideal for tubing

River directly in front yard, ideal for tubing

Sleeping Porch overllooking the river, creek run

Sleeping Porch overllooking the river, creek run

comfortable living room

comfortable living room

View as you enter Private Drive, river on the left

View as you enter Private Drive, river on the left

Feel the breeze off the river as you relax

Feel the breeze off the river as you relax

Float on a tube or canoe down the river in front

Float on a tube or canoe down the river in front

Fully furnished beautiful kitchen

Fully furnished beautiful kitchen

Large bedroom #1with queen bed

Large bedroom #1with queen bed

Both bathrooms with large stone showers

Both bathrooms with large stone showers

Family bedroom #2 with queen bed

Family bedroom #2 with queen bed

dining room overlooking the river

dining room overlooking the river

Roses, play area & river in front yard

Roses, play area & river in front yard

Nearest Airport : Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC, Roanoke, Va at 75 Miles
Nearest Train : Charlotte, NC at 90 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-77 and I-81 at 30 Miles
Nearest Beach : Many on NC and SC Shore at 225 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Independence, va at 3 Miles
Nearest Ski : Many at 45 Miles
Nearest Golf : High Meadows, Olde Beau, Roaring Gap, NC at 2 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : many at 2 Miles
Car: necessary

New River in NC and New River in VA , Blue Ridge Parkway in NC, Many Bluegrass and Country Western Music Festivals close by. River is in practically in front yard.

Golf: New River Golf Club and Olde Beau Golf Club are nearby and both are public courses

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Sparta, North Carolina

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
US Dollar
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Summer
Jun 1 2013 - Aug 31 2013
$250
$250
$1,750
3 Nights
 
 
Fall
Sep 1 2013 - Oct 31 2013
$175
$200
$1,300
3 Nights
 
 
Winter
Nov 1 2013 - Mar 31 2014
$150
$175
$1,300
2 Nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 13.0%
Cleaning $75

Notes

  • $1200-1750/wk US Dollars
  • $175-250/nigh+ local & state taxes.
    $1,200-1,750/week;
    Includes firewood,linens, full kitchen + W/D;
    Pet Friendly; $200 /pet security deposit is required per pet;
    Plus cleaning fee
  • Dates Available: Year- round, All rates include firewood in the winter and inner-tubes in summer. Also includes all linens and paper products. Fully Furnished kitchen.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Sparta, North Carolina

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1800 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Waterfront ...
    Sits only 150 feet from the river (100 yds wide) with large front yard 1/4 of riverfront & 12 acres. All water activities. year round
  • Golf Course Front ...
    Olde Beau and New River Golf Clubs are public courses and are nearby.
  • Mountain View ...
    Views north and south of the amazing New River Valley, the oldest river in the USA
  • Waterfront ...
    The house is directly on the New River, 150 feet from the front door to the banks of the river, The property is 12 acres and has riverfront of 1/4 mile. The river is 100 yards wide at tie house and is
  • River ...
    12 acres (1/4 mile) directly on the New River in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. This 150 yard wide river is One of USA Historic Scenic Rivers Blue Ridge Pkway on the USA. fishing, tube, canoeing c.
  • Mountain ...
    Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mtns, near the Parkway and Mt Rodgers National Forest
  • Water View ...
    Directly on the widest part of New River in NC
  • Monument View ...
    Blue Ridge Mtns and Blue Ridge Parkway and Mt Rodgers all nearby
  • Rural
Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Historic
  • Budget
  • Family
  • Sports & Activities
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Firewood
  • Security System
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Activities Guide
  • Washing Machine
  • Sofa Bed
  • Laundry Soap
  • Telephone ...
    Land line available
  • Mobile Phone ...
    Service is available
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    large stacked stone fireplace in the living room, rental includes free firewood
  • Internet ...
    Wifi
  • Wireless Internet ...
    Wifi
  • Living Room ...
    Classic with stone fireplave
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Towels Provided
  • Paper Towels
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Broadband Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Off Street
  • Linens Provided
  • Hair Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Parking
  • Toilet Paper
  • Local Maps
Kitchen:
  • Freezer
  • Pantry Items
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Stove
  • Stove ...
    with indoor grill
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Everything you need
  • Catering Available ...
    Several local restaurants will cater events at this home
  • Kitchen ...
    Kitchen is fully furnished
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Grill
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Full 1 - toilet , shower , extra large
    Full 2 - toilet , shower , large 2 person shower
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
  • The 2rd bedroom is 'family style' with a separate children's nook with an electric inflatable mattress
Entertainment:
  • Toys
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Books ...
    wide selection of popular books
  • Video Library ...
    VCRs of children's and family movies
  • Satellite / Cable
Outside:
  • Binoculars
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Balcony
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Large 40 foot X 12 foot deck overlokks the river and yard,
  • Lanai / Gazebo ...
    Huge outdoor porch 30 feet by 25 feet with swing, hammock, rocking chairs and a futoon when you prefer to sleep beside the waterfall which runs beside the porch
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    Rental and shuttle available 1/2 mile away for 2 and 4 hour trips
  • Golf ...
    Near by 18 hole
  • Ski & Snowboard ...
    Nearby 1 hour Blowing Rock, NC
  • Porch / Veranda ...
    Best in the County, creek runs underneath the porch, hammock and overlooks the river
  • Large Cooler
  • Wood Deck
  • Outdoor Entertainment Area
Suitability:
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • smoking allowed ...
    Smoking is allowed only on the deck and porch
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    Renter must be at least 25 years old
  • children welcome ...
    Tons of outdoor activities, swimming, rafting, fishing, tubing, hiking,Wifi and Cable
  • pets considered ...
    Pets allowed
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair accessible
  • alternative lifestyle
Pool / Spa:
  • Communal Pool ...
    Available at the County Wellness Center indoor year-round
Onsite Services:
  • Staff
  • Private Chef
Attractions:
  • winery tours
  • forests
  • churches
  • restaurants
  • autumn foliage
  • zoo
  • caves
  • rain forests
  • museums
  • playground
  • coin laundry
  • cinemas
  • live theater
  • festivals
  • waterfalls
  • recreation center
  • library
  • health/beauty spa
  • ruins
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseshoes
  • shopping
  • antiquing
  • photography
  • sledding
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • boating
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital
  • fitness center
  • medical services
  • Babysitter
  • laundromat
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • spelunking
  • mountaineering
  • skiing
  • tennis
  • snorkeling/diving
  • hunting
  • rock climbing
  • mountain biking
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • whitewater rafting
  • kayaking
  • freshwater fishing
  • snowboarding
  • snowmobiling
  • mountain climbing
  • water tubing
  • cycling
  • golf
  • fly fishing
  • golf privileges optional
  • hiking
  • rafting
  • snorkeling

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Sparta, North Carolina

5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
average rating of 4.888889 based on 9 reviews
business
5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p906404
+1 404 5458210
Sparta High Country & Blue Ridge Mountains
Cornelius
5

It's not just a Summer get away.........

It's not just a Summer get away.........
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Feb 25, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
My husband and I just returned from a nice weekend at your cabin and although we can see how much fun it would be there in the warmer months.... it made an excellent Winter get away as well. We loved the large stone fireplace and had a nice fire going while we settled in to read and watch TV in the comfortable living room. The river view was excellent, and yes the stream running under the porch can be heard. It's not just a Summer place.... we enjoyed our Winter visit.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks, likewise its always been a debate with us also, which is better? Enjoying a good book in front of a fire with the fragrance of bread rising in the winter or tubing down the river, eating the raspberries, and taking a nature walk in the summer. We're glad you enjoyed the former, now we hope you can enjoy the latter. We recommend more research. Thanks again
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p906404
+1 404 5458210
Sparta High Country & Blue Ridge Mountains
5

A special place

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jan 20, 2013
  • Stayed: Dec 2012
I really wanna share my experience, is a beautiful place, very cozy, very well equipped, impeccably thank you very much for sharing this beautiful home with us
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p906404
+1 404 5458210
Sparta High Country & Blue Ridge Mountains
5

Buddy & Linda

Buddy & Linda
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Oct 31, 2011
  • Stayed: Oct 2011
We just returned from a week at this property. It is all and much more than the description. The views were wonderful....the property clean and up to date. We are already planning our next visit. Thanks BucK for your hospitality and for sharing this wonderful home with us.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p906404
+1 404 5458210
Sparta High Country & Blue Ridge Mountains
Charlotte, NC
5

Outstanding rental property!!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Aug 15, 2011
  • Stayed: Aug 2011
My wife and I took a short trip from Charlotte, NC up to the New RIver this past weekend. We were looking for a place where we could also take our dog, who LOVES the water.

We found it. From the moment we stepped inside, this place was heaven. Fully stocked with a waterfall and creek running under the property. When you read that you can pull the futon onto the porch, it is certainly true. My wife is pregnant with twins and she spent many hours out on the porch napping in the breeze.

If you are looking for a relaxing vacation getaway, this is it.

The owner (Buck) even called on our way out and said that because no one was coming behind us, we could stay longer into the day.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Sharing our place is a real joy. Our guests are the greatest. Likewise the big porch is my favorite place to relax, read and watch the sunset. I just wish my Mom had had the the cabin when she was pregnant with twins back in 1949. Please come again. The younger twin. Buck
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
5 Star Riverfront Home on New River in NC Blue Ridge Mtns
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p906404
+1 404 5458210
Sparta High Country & Blue Ridge Mountains
Charlotte, NC
5

4th of July long weekend

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 11, 2011
  • Stayed: Jul 2011
My husband and I decided to take a last minute vacation over the recent 4th of July holiday weekend. Lucky for us, the New River house was available during that time! We had a wonderful time! A little piece of heaven was this great house on this gorgeous large piece of property. The flowers and the landscapte were gorgeous, and the house had all the comforts of home(and the sleeping porch was great!) No matter the time of day, there was always a cool breeze that blew thru the porch, which also had a peaceful/relaxing creek that ran underneath, creating a very peaceful setting for just laying on the swing and reading or hanging out in the rocking chairs just talking and enjoying the fantastic view of the river and the many canoes and kayaks that were constanting paddling down stream. When we wanted to enjoy the sun, we would use the uncovered large deck on the front of the house, which also shared the great view of the river. Our stay was very relaxing, as well as active since there was plenty of outdoor activities nearby to keep us busy :-) Great house, great view, and lots to do! Can't wait to visit again in the fall - I'm sure the fall foliage will be just gorgeous!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you and thanks to our great weather pattern ( it comes down from Canada) it normally is 15-20 degrees cooler than in other areas of NC Mountains & yes the Fall is wonderful.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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