Title: On The River - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # On The River Vacation home in Vilas ## Photo gallery for On The River ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Mountain View (On The River) | Living area - On The River (Vilas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106153900/106153866/f9175d4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Mountain View (On The River) | Interior - On The River (Vilas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106153900/106153866/b3619557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - On The River (Vilas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106153900/106153866/7a1466d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Mountain View (On The River) | Private kitchen - On The River (Vilas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106153900/106153866/1cae1fe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Mountain View (On The River) | Interior - On The River (Vilas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106153900/106153866/ae7f4aa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On The River provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### On The River Vacation home in Vilas This smoke-free vacation home features barbecue grills and free WiFi in public areas. Homes boast fireplaces and offer washers/dryers and 2 bathrooms. Other amenities that guests will find include patios and coffee makers. Air-conditioned accommodations at On The River offer fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and designer toiletries. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Fee: USD 25 per pet per day - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122370000/122368900/122368822/931307da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Cottage in Historic Valle Crucis with Mtn Views/Hot tub/River access Banner Elk - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=122368822&PinnedHotelID=122368822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/4402ceb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as On The River Vilas On The River Private vacation home On The River Private vacation home Vilas Pet Friendly Home With Beautiful River Frontage! ## About the area Vilas is home to On The River. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. [Visit our Vilas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Vilas.dx500725) [View more Vacation homes in Vilas](https://www.expedia.ca/Vilas-Private-Vacation-Homes.d500725-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.20713%2C-81.76754&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zU2_ujlt2tCxLav8uVfxCQn2AhQ=) 218 Old Hartley Road, Vilas, NC, 28604 ### What's nearby - ![Boone_AppalachianStateUniversity_6172349-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172349/e740d392-995c-4e99-89c0-943b429dfc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Appalachian State University 13 min drive \- 12.7 km - ![Ever wonder where the Land if Oz is? It is in Beech Mountain, N.C.! This former amusement park opens twice a year - in June for the Journey with Dorothy and in September for Autumn at Oz. #landofoz #Adventure #yellowbrickroad #amusementpark #northcarolina #LocalSecrets #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183740/11af6ee6-5286-4cd7-a3a9-c27734c9bcdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beech Mountain Resort 20 min drive \- 17.4 km - Watauga River 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Alta Vista Gallery and B & B 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Sugar Mountain Resort 20 min drive \- 18.4 km ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 92 min drive ### Restaurants - Appalachia Cookie Company 10 min drive - South End Brewing - Boone 13 min drive - Lost Province Brewing Company 13 min drive - Circle K 9 min drive - Rivers Street Ale House 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is On The River pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at On The River? ### What time is check-out at On The River? ### Where is On The River located? ## Have a question? 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