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A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction.

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

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  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Draper, VA
  • Popular LocationDraper Valley Golf Club14 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew River Trail State Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationClaytor Lake26 min drive
  • AirportRoanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)69 min drive

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About this property

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

A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction.

If you are looking for a rental cabin that has everything you could possibly want as well as a place to relax while surrounded with the sights and sounds of nature, stay in Fireflies. The cabin is located along the New River waterfront across from the 57-mile New River Trail State Park. The cabin rests 200 feet from the water not far from a bend in the river. You can watch the sun come up over the mountain and the mist rise above the river while sitting on one of Fireflies’ two porches.The New River is 350 million years old and retains the pristine beauty of an unspoiled waterway. Enjoy canoeing, tubing, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, or fishing from our floating dock. If you would like dining and entertainment options, Fireflies sits midway between Wytheville and Christainsburg with both cities just 35 minutes away. Located within 45 minutes of 3 wineries.


Why the Owner Chose Barren Springs: : We are originally from New Jersey. While vacationing in the New River Valley in 2004 we fell in love with the area. We purchased property on the river in 2005. As this was our second home we rented it as a vacation rental for 3 years before our retirement. In 2009 we moved into our home and began to build a small cabin on the property close to the river. The cabin, which we call Fireflies, is now ready to be enjoyed by vacationers looking for a place to relax.

The Unique Benefits of this Cabin: : Year Purchased: 2010 - The cabin sits just above the riverbank and has large windows and two porches that have been designed to enable you to enjoy the abundance of nature. It is common place to see the deer in the early morning and again in the evening. Water birds of many varieties fly up and down the river each day and it is not unusual to see a bald eagle.

Owner Description/Comments:: This property is owned by Bill and Kathie Conaway both of whom are retired. Bill and his father spent the last year building the cabin.

Property manager

Kathie Conaway

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: The cabin is limited to two pet

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: direct contact with owner to receive approval.
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 and a first aid kit
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

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About the neighborhood

Draper

Located in Draper, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Draper Mercantile and Gibboney Rock House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fort Chiswell Animal Park and Galewinds Amusement Park. Stone Mountain General Store and Wayne Henderson's Workshop are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.

What's nearby

  • Draper Valley Golf Club - 14 min drive
  • New River Trail State Park - 21 min drive
  • Fort Chiswell Animal Park - 24 min drive
  • Claytor Lake - 26 min drive
  • Claytor Lake State Park - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chester's Chicken - 15 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
  • I-81 Travel Plaza - 12 min drive
  • The Draper Mercantile And Trading Company - 12 min drive
  • Draper Mercantile - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Romantic Riverside Cabin. We are pet friendly with no weight restriction. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from New River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Draper Valley Golf Club and Jefferson National Forest. Draper Mercantile and New River Trail State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 262 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
I can't say enough about our stay. They literally though of everything possible that one could need plus some. As soon as you walk in, it just feels like home. Kathie left fresh Pumpkin muffins on the table for us upon arrival. The property in itself is breathtaking. We spent hours on the porch off of the living room. We were lucky enough to get a little storm during our stay so we got to enjoy the storm on the porch and watch as the lightening and fireflies lit up the night. It was a magical experience. The fish were jumping and ready to eat, unfortunately, they didn't like our dinner lol I am so glad that we were able to find this gem, and so close to home at that. It is only a 25 minute drive from home so we will definitely be making this a regular getaway. Thank you Bill and Kathie for sharing your amazing place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon bliss!
My husband and I spent a week at the cabin for our honeymoon, and it was amazing! It's such a peaceful and tranquil area. We spent most of our time sitting out on the patio area or down by the river, just listening to nature. The cabin itself is lovely, too. Very comfy bed, nice bathroom, updated and well-stocked kitchen. We highly recommend staying, even if just for a weekend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fireflies Cabin
Excellent location and comfortable place to relax along the New River.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fireflies
Beautiful cabin and location. We would have liked better television and phone coverage
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Was amazing and can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daulton P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay Again
Me and my fiance came to stay for our anniversary and this property was such a perfect stay, the view was so nice and the home was very comforting! Will definitely come stay again in the spring/summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The online pictures were great but the actual views even better! The cabin was cozy and relaxing which was perfect for our rainy weekend. We are looking forward to booking again in warmer weather so we can take advantage of the beautiful property and river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Cozy
The cabin was so comfortable! I loved everything - heated tile floors, the heater over the toilet, jet tub, huge picture windows overlooking the river, everything you need in a kitchen with added bonuses like coffee, creamers, hot chocolate and condiments - you know the things you always forget to bring! They also left fresh farm eggs and muffins, yum! Our dogs loved running down the hill and smelling all the wildlife. Deer came a visited both days. We truly enjoyed the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana H., Winfield, PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Cozy and comfortable cabin. Very clean and lots of attention to small comforts (very well stocked kitchen, heated tile floors, memory foam mattress, washer/dryer, jacuzzi tub--to mention a few). Property is very private with river frontage and access. Our 2 Labs absolutely loved running around! Owners are very responsive and helpful. It was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real GEM !
Our second stay at Fireflies and it was amazing! Last stay was in the spring , this stay fall , equally beautiful. The cabin is amazingly clean and well stocked , we really enjoyed the muffins and fresh eggs ! Will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a quiet Thanksgiving
I have nothing but good things to say! The owners were extremely hospitable and gracious. They have thought about everything that a guest may need and keep the property well stocked…the setup is very thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
A welcome weekend get-away to celebrate our anniversary. Peace and quiet, nature, and a walk on the New River Trail with the dogs. Just what we wanted. The house is a nice design for a couple, overlooking the New River. Only problem was taking a weekend off from deer hunting and watching all the deer on the property including one very impressive buck. Great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin getaway
The property is amazing! Our dog loved the river and the fields. The cabin had everything we could have needed. It is a little bit tricky navigating the steep hill and steep ramp down to the river dock, but totally worth it! We absolutely loved our stay and were already planning/dreaming about coming back again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

joAnne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquiliy
The cottage was very cleaned, well equipped, beautiful landscape and river view. Owners even threw in a few perks like her homemade pumpkin muffins and farm fresh eggs. Our dogs enjoyed the big yard to run around freely. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet weekend
We came to visit during family weekend at VT and it turned out to be a bit more of a drive than we expected;-) The cabin was easy to find and it was lovely. It’s quiet, we’ll stocked and very comfy. The scenery is beautiful and if you’re looking for a quiet mini-staycation this is the perfect spot! Bring what you need and you can just relax to your heart’s content.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin and hosts
The cabin is cozy, well-stocked, and very clean. The bed was comfortable and the couch reclined. The location by the river is beautiful, quiet, and has easy access to the New River Trail. We cycled during the day and relaxed in the evenings including a movie night and sitting by the fire pit (remarkably comfortable outdoor chairs too). The hosts had pumpkin muffins and fresh eggs waiting for us and immediately brought firewood when we asked. Wifi is very good. We streamed movies and music without any trouble. We also had it for calls (no cell signal in the area).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All we hoped for - and more!
The property is hilly, quiet and peaceful, an ideal setting for a relaxing getaway. The cabin itself exceeded our expectations. The interior of the cabin is beautifully decorated and the bed and furniture are very comfortable.The cabin is stocked with everything you might need - from kitchen items to books and games. The covered porches were a great place to relax and unwind, and our dog loved the property too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely yard and quiet. The cabin was well supplied and clean. Please inform guests they must bring water for coffee, ice cubes and drinking. Plus would be good to know the grill is charcoal to pack appropriately. The Deep tub could use a handle for safe entry. We chose this vacation rental due to a little fishing dock on site so my partner could fish while I biked NYT. However the wooden ramp was over 45 degree incline so not safe to get down to the dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
!
Cabin was very nice. Our only problem was the river access. The use of a very steep ramp to get to the dock is just dangerous. Steps are needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fireflies Cabin
Absolutely wonderful. Cabin was beautiful. Scenery gorgeous. Couldn't ask for a better place to unwind. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love that place!
Beautiful. Peaceful. Enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Still amazing
After 3 years of going to this cabin it is still breath taking everytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery R., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing visit. Quiet and serene...
Amazing stay. Owners are very thoughtful and respond almost immediately. Had no issues at all. They left muffins and eggs from their chickens for us and they were delicious! We weren't able to take advantage of the kayaks due to weather, but we fished every day and relaxed on the porch. Very quiet and lovely. The accommodations are cozy and there is plenty to read, games to play, and their TV has a ton of channels for any genre you may like. Only recommendations would be to bring your own chef knife and a good quality non-stick pan if you like to cook. The knives present aren't sharp as in most VRBOs because usually people that vacation abuse them and the pans are aluminum and stainless steel. Even with that, everything is there in abundance to cook whatever you need. The coffee selection is great as well! Outside is gorgeous. Plenty of room to roam for a quiet walk and lots to do in the area if you like the outdoors. The Red Hill General Store was awesome and a great nostalgic adventure. Visit the local farmers markets for produce and such. A lot of gems in them. We will definitely be back at this place in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

paul f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and Cozy
Bring all your senses, beautiful view, intense quiet, pretty spring smells, sounds of fish jumping and birds singing. The only down fall is not great restaurants in the area but if you like to cook the cabin has it all for you. Owners are so nice and leave you to your thing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway!
Super relaxing and plum filled with serenity! An amazing property with a quiet comforts you only dream of! Extremely well stocked and owners were easily accessible, as I had a couple random questions. Newly built cabin...this place is a gem! Loved the New River as our closest neighbor. Patrick was great. Super unassuming and flexible, he responded well to our dog Coco and followed her lead smoothly. He's a sweetheart and is great with people and other dogs. Beautiful view...deer in view.... everything was fantastic!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Draper
Structure Type
Cabin