River Refuge - walk to river, hot tub, pet friendly!

Welcome to our River Refuge on the South Fork!

If you are looking for a comfortable, private, family-friendly, quality home for a better-than-expected vacation rental then you are in the right place.

This wonderful 2,000 square foot, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located on the South Fork New River in Fleetwood, NC. Just a half mile to the river at Railroad Grade Road, you can walk or bike to your heart's content without having to get into your car. Only a 20-minute drive to either Boone or West Jefferson and situated on 4 acres of land, you're just a short drive away to the downtown areas while still feeling miles away at this private getaway.

With a primary king suite, a queen bedroom, and a third bunk room with a daybed and a trundle (four twin mattresses total) in this single level home, River Refuge on the South Fork is excellent for couples, families and friend groups alike.

Under the vaulted ceilings in the great room, you can cozy up with a cup of coffee while you read or enjoy a fire in the wood-burning fireplace. Down the hall is a second full living area, complete with a 65-inch smart TV and an extra deep sectional providing room for the whole family. 500 MBPS Wi-Fi is available throughout the home and a desk with two external monitors plus a docking station makes for easy connectivity for remote work during an extended stay.

While including all the basics, the kitchen also comes with things you may wish more short-term rentals had such as sharp kitchen knives (our knife block has a built-in sharpener), a French press, drip coffee maker, an electric kettle, matching pots & pans and cutlery - and even a few extras like an electric waffle maker!

If you're traveling with kids (or even if you aren't!) the house is stocked with puzzles, games and children's books. Outside, guests can take a dip in the relaxing hot tub, catch up on your reading while laying in the hammock, or roast a marshmallow at the fire pit. Even your four-legged companions will enjoy their stay with the fully fenced in yard.

We love this beautiful area, and we hope you come to love it too!

Nearby must-see attractions include:
- Enjoy a sunny day on the New River using Zaloo's Canoes, Kayaks, and Tubes. Public put-in locations are nearby, as well for those bringing their own kayaks!
-Blue Ridge Parkway – drive the scenic route and stop at the most beautiful overlooks (20 minutes to the nearest access point.)
- Ashe County Cheese Factory- see cheese being made and enjoy delicious ice cream! (18 minutes away!)
- Molly Chomper Cidery (35 minutes away!)
- Ashe County Farmers Market every Saturday from 8am to 1pm from April to October!
- Mount Jefferson State Park - great place for family photos. Stunning views! (22 minutes away!)
- Grayson Highlands State Park - Excellent hiking with scenic views, more than 5,000 feet in elevation. See wild horses! (55 minutes away!)
- Old Barn Winery - Live music, food trucks, perfect atmosphere! (15 minutes away!)
- Saloon Studios - Experience a 19th century Western town replica including an 1860s style saloon offering live music, festivals, Civil War presentations, gunfights, and much more! (17 minutes away!)

River Refuge is just over a 2 hour drive from the Charlotte-Douglas International airport and less than a three hour drive from Raleigh-Durham international airport.

Additional Notes:
- Repeat guests returning to River Refuge can receive a 10% discount.
- 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, a couple 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.
- Towels and linens will be provided for you.
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25 plus tax.
- This property is pet friendly allowing up to two (2) mature, well-trained dogs only per reservation. Dogs must be leashed when outdoors due to a neighboring horse farm.
- AWD or 4WD vehicles are required for all homes in our area during winter months. The main road leading to this home is paved and easy to access!
- Paved parking space for up to 4 vehicles

CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 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