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Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check-in time

3:30 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Hot Springs, VA
  • Popular LocationFalling Springs Waterfall12 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Moomaw14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBolar Mountain Recreation Area77 min drive
  • AirportRoanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)86 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

My friends and I had a wonderful time at this home by the creek. The bed was super comfy, and the pillows! It was so pea...
Melissa L.
Nov 16, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort

This cozy cottage could not be located any closer to the tailwaters of the Jackson River. The wrap around deck and screened in porch will make you feel as if you are sitting right on top of the picturesque, cold water, trout stream. An ideal destination for the pursuit of wild Virginia trout, the river also offers countless other recreational opportunities. Easy river access is perfect for rafts, kayaks and floating in inner tubes. For those looking to stay dry, the Jackson River Scenic Trail is located directly behind the cottage and offers up to 20 miles of scenic hiking and biking access on a well maintained, crushed gravel path. The cottage is situated on approximately 4 acres of land with loads of space for other outdoor and field activities.

The cottage has 3 bedrooms featuring; 1 queen, 2 twins and a full size bed, comfortably sleeping five. There are two full baths, an outdoor shower as well as a washer & dryer. The cottage is equipped with internet & cable TV, but also bring your favorite book or DVD to unplug and relax. We have new decking and porch furniture to enjoy the screen porch and dining al fresco.

We are located 14 miles from the Historic Homestead Resort, fewer than 10 miles from the Town of Covington, and less than a mile away from the Cliff View Golf Club. The Greenbrier Resort is 35 minutes away as well.

Please check this website for the Gathright Dam pulses (approximately once a month). The water rises rapidly after the water has been released.
https://www.nao-wc.usace.army.mil/nao/projected_Q.html

Property manager

Nella & Jeff Timmons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Resort
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Hot Springs
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Resort
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Hot Springs
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Resort
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead Hot Springs
Jackson River Retreat Great fly Fishing Homestead

About the neighborhood

Hot Springs

Located in Hot Springs, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Homestead Ski Area and The Cascades Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore George Washington National Forest and Falling Springs Waterfall. Traveling with kids? Consider C & O Railway Heritage Center and Warm Springs Pools. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Falling Springs Waterfall - 12 min drive
  • Lake Moomaw - 14 min drive
  • Homestead Ski Area - 27 min drive
  • Homestead Old Course - 28 min drive
  • Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - 77 min drive

Getting around

  • Clifton Forge Station - 29 min drive
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff View Golf Club & Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ice Cream Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Colerides.com - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jackson River Retreat - Great fly fishing & close to The Homestead Resort located?

This family-friendly Hot Springs cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from George Washington National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Falling Springs Waterfall and Lake Moomaw. Covington Farmers Market and Alleghany Historical Society are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This cabin is in a nice location, right on the river. The deck and gazebo is super nice! Would definitely go back for a little longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, relaxing time!
My friends and I had a wonderful time at this home by the creek. The bed was super comfy, and the pillows! It was so peaceful and quiet, we loved driving to Homestead during the day. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guns, Gold, a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary well spent
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Wonderful listening to the river and spending time together away from our busy city lives. The cottage is very cozy amd charming and ready for full days of relaxing by the river. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol T., South Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
Wonderful home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet. Peaceful. Relaxing.
This was a lovely spot to get away from it all and reconnect with friends. We enjoyed the deck overlooking the river during the day, and the screened porch was cozy at night. Truly a hidden piece of paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
We wanted a couple days to relax and unwind from the stress of everyday life. This property was a perfect choice. The Jackson River flows within feet of the property, cooling the air and giving a place to watch wildlife. We hiked the Jackson River Trail did a little fishing. To fully enjoy the trail, I wish we would have brought our bikes. The cottage was spotless and very comfortable. The only suggestion would be to extend the check out time to 11:00 instead of 10:00. We like to enjoy a leisurely late breakfast when relaxing and the screened-in porch was perfect for that. We felt a little rushed to be out by 10:00. Thank you for sharing your lovely place. The Hylton's
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
Property was great, bed was comfy, home was perfectly appointed for a relaxing River vacay. Owners live next door and they are very friendly. One critique- We were not prepared for how terrible the tap water would smell and had to go buy bottled water after the first day. It was so bad we avoided showering bc the sulfur smell lingered on our skin. Overall, a little slice of paradise and great place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., Macon Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding retreat
It was very relaxing. We were there for a wedding. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet little gem.
We were so very happy with our stay at this peaceful, comfortable and thoughtfully stocked little gem on the bank of the Jackson River. The owners Nella and Jeff are also very responsive to any questions. We highly recommend this place and if we ever return to the area this is the place we will book. Absolutely gorgeous setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outdoor Fun
The property is off the beaten path directly on an idyllic section of the Jackson river with decking and a wonderful screened in porch promoting time with the scenery. A short hike or bike away is an amazing biking / walking / running trail. Everything was clean and the hosts set the example in proactive communications. I recommend this to anyone looking for a calm reprieve to an active in the mountains. We did a trip down the James, a trip down the Jackson, and explored an Aqua cave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Steven D., Williamstown NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Very restful, loved the porch and gazebo with the river and so many birds, ducks and geese
This was our third time staying there. No changes or upgrades in the years we have stayed but still very restful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the Jackson
Pretty spot on the Jackson River. Enjoyed the nice view and great patio overlooking the river. Would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Great little cabin on the river. Thank you both so much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Minh V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and comfy cottage in a great riverside location
We stayed at this cottage two nights for our first time in this part of VA. The cottage is exactly as described. Not fancy but charming and comfortable with lots of original artwork, quirky collectibles, good lighting, and comfy furniture. Beds were good and the riverside location was very pretty despite intermittent rain. It was gorgeous when the sun peaked out. The main attraction for us on this trip was the Jackson River trail which is literally across the road from the house. We biked 20 miles to Covington and back. While Covington is not any kind of destination, the trail itself was beautiful and had river views most of the way with nice picnic tables at various points (good for a romantic picnic lunch with river views). We also drove to see the impressive waterfall and had lunch at a very charming art gallery cafe in Warm Springs that has beautiful paintings of the local countryside by various artists. Fairly reasonable priced and also excellent food with a pretty outdoor dining area. Another night we ate at the Cochon D’Or in Hot Springs which was excellent. We did not make it to the Homestead Resort but still found plenty to do and excellent dining options. Had the weather been better we would have tried to paddle — maybe next time. We also did not have time to take advantage of the cozy fireplace or the fire pit at the house, but we did have breakfast in the screened gazebo and sat on the deck to watch the river. A very pleasant stay all around and we may come back in warmer weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
We loved this tastefully decorated cottage in Hot Springs, VA. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. It was easy to access yet it provided a private getaway. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Very enjoyable experience We all had a great time Looking forward to returning soon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard O., Richmond Virginia USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice river cottage!
3rd trip for our group to stay here. We have enjoyed each time very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roseann J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this rustic cottage
We love this little house by the river. So quiet and peaceful. Screened in porch was perfect to eat our meals and play games bed swing was our nap place. Well furnished except could use some new skillets..I know how much abuse rental Properties get especially on cookware. I always pack one from home Lake moomaw was a great fishing experience and very close owners were super nice. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway house on the river
We loved the location and house, very peaceful and right on the Jackson river. Screened in porch, fire pit and cozy porch swing were perfect. House had everything we needed for making our own meals and the town of Covington was nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
great weekend adventure!
My kids had such a great time! We fished right off the property, and explored nearby parks and trails. Lake Moomaw was a huge hit. The home was very comfortable and kid friendly. We had such a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard O., Richmond Virginia USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great river cottage.
Thank you for a great stay at your cottage. It’s great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Foliage Weekend
We had a great experience this weekend. The leaves were really starting to pop and the cottage had good amenities and was close to the activites we enjoyed doing such as Falling Springs waterfall, lake Moonmaw, and the hot thermal springs in Warm Springs. Even though the fish weren't hungry, we found other fishing spots close by. Thank you for opening up your place to us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Great overall experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fly Fishing Weekend
The experience here is very relaxing. The Jackson river is only steps away from the back porch and the view and peacefulness of the flowing water and beautiful landscape of the wilderness made this property easy to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H., Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Right on the river the owners were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021