In Watertown .You'll find Black River and Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York within a 15-minute walk of this Watertown vacation home. Jefferson County Historical Society and Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Jefferson Community College - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Samaritan Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Salmon Run Mall - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
Fort Drum - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
Getting around
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Stewart's Shops - 6 min walk
Papa Tino's Pizzeria - 14 min walk
Mix 21 Traditional Restaurant - 6 min walk
Maggie's On The River - 13 min walk
Tim Hortons - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River's Getaway- an urban oasis!
Nestled along the banks of the Black River, this home is spacious and airy, perfect for relaxing after a day enjoying all the North Country has to offer. A haven of comfort and tranquility, large windows overlook the river in almost every room. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a base for your adventures, this home on the river offers the best of both worlds—a serene oasis in the heart of the city.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
8 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Be honest about how many guests are in your party. We charge an additional cleaning fee per person after 4 guests.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
How close is River's Getaway- an urban oasis! to the airport?
This vacation home is 6.1 mi (9-min drive) away from the Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does River's Getaway- an urban oasis! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does River's Getaway- an urban oasis! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at River's Getaway- an urban oasis!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at River's Getaway- an urban oasis!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at River's Getaway- an urban oasis!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does River's Getaway- an urban oasis! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does River's Getaway- an urban oasis! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is River's Getaway- an urban oasis! to downtown Watertown?
This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Watertown.
Reviews
River's Getaway- an urban oasis! Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin R.
Aug 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house is beautiful, loved sitting on the deck enjoying the sound of the river after a long day of work!
Benjamin R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at the Rivers Getaway
Check in was easy. Beautiful view of the river and private and fairly easy to go down to the rivers edge. If you want to wade in the river, bring water shoes. The place was beautifully decorated, bright and clean! Would definitely recommend and hope to visit again.
Julie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy K.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great stay! The property was beautiful and the home was clean. Beds were comfy and the view was great overlooking the river. 100% recommend!
Amy K.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda R.
May 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Above Expectations
We just loved this stay!! Everything was just as described, but with some aspects that words and photos don’t capture. Such Amazing energy in this place!! Great combination of modern, industrial, simple craftsman, and so much character! The view of the river and the various wildlife we got to enjoy made you feel like you were pretty isolated, yet conveniently located in town. We will definitely be back and will always try to stay here!
Amanda R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Kathryn W.
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great River Veiw
We brought our teens to go white water rafting for the weekend. The house was super close to the rafting place and it was comfortable. The bathroom layout is a bit odd because you have to walk through the bathrooms to get to the bedrooms, but we made it work. The kitchen was a bit light on pots and pans but otherwise great. The appliances were a bit confusing but they did give us directions. There is no traditional oven but a microwave convection oven. We had planned on making pizza and bacon but the grill worked well enough. We loved the balcony and the view of the river! Lots of little animals around to watch.
Kathryn W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious 2 bedroom & 2 bath on the river
I came into town with a friend/coach for the both of us to see my son play college baseball 1 mile away at SUNY JCC.The location was perfect to attend the games, go out to eat and not be tied up in a hotel room which I have done before with my wife and daughter.The view of the river and the gas fireplace made it a pleasant stay for this short weekend trip.I would definitely consider this property again when visiting our son at school.
Tim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom L.
Mar 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Building
This rental is extremely clean, newly remodeled, and unique in character. The price we paid was low compared to other hotels in the area. Great job!
Tom L.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ken S.
Dec 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas getaway for family
Great spot to have family stay during a very busy holiday. Property is newly remodeled/built out, gleaming white with great bathrooms and kitchen! Wonderful stay!
Ken S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
Oct 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
Very well maintained and accommodating. Will be recommending to others! Thank you for the stay!
Scott H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meredith L.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Awesome location and view of the river! Will definitely be back!
Meredith L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Jeff B.
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Easy to find, clean, comfortable and modern, with higher end fixtures, appliances and no scented/perfumed linens! (A plus for me). Kcups and food wrappings are in drawers.
Riverview from the deck was definetly the selling point to the property.
Read a previous review complaining about the driveway and stairs,
they're fine, just be aware and walk slow entering the unit.
It's on a main road so there is city and traffic noise, less noticable
on the back deck, where you can hear crickets and the river at dusk.
For the price we made sure to spend some time in the unit and watched a
movie. TV and sound was theater like and no neighbors to worry about bothering after 6 pm.
Maggie's/1812 is right across the river and great place to eat.
Appreciated the gargoyles...
Nice stay.
The property was clean, updated with a nice view and access to the river. However, there was no restaurant or entertainment walking distance from this location. Bunk bed in second bedroom was wobbly and unsafe.
This property is beautiful! Our host Sarah was super accommodating. Everything about our stay was perfect. The river and back yard are lit up at night and it’s great to sit on the deck and relax. Highly recommend! A host!
Justin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Krista P.
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty Views
We enjoyed our overnight visit to this property. The view from the deck was lovely. There was plenty of space and the two bedrooms and bathrooms made our stay easy. The pull out sofa bed was also appreciated, as were the water and snacks we enjoyed upon arrival.
Krista P.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Christopher O.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the stay but there are some issues
Enjoyed the stay but there are some issues:
Staircase leading to apartment is treacherous including unevenly spaced stair rises.
Courtyard by front door does not drain rainwater sufficiently during downpour resulting in one having to cross 2" deep moat to access the apartment.
I would expect to stay there again hoping they would address these issues.
Excellent location on Black river well lit at night though it would be advantageous to turn off the outside lights at night.
All lighting inside the apartment is modern, bright, high color temperature, and garish. That is not to my liking and detracted from what would be an otherwise comfortable experience.