Location: Damascus, Blue Ridge Highlands, Virginia, USA (Tri Cities Airport 1hr, Bristol 1/2 Hr., Abingdon 15 Min.)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
A beautiful home with charm and grace is located on the Appalachian Trail, in Damascus, Va., the most friendly town on the Appalachian Trail. Relax in a spacious setting with 2000 square feet to call your own. Laurel Ave. is a street lined with historic homes and several are bed and breakfast inns.
Downstairs is a spacious living room with piano, people friendly front porch, bathroom with claw foot tub, dining room, den, and very large eat-in kitchen. Upstairs is the large master bedroom with queen bed and twin bed. Two other bedrooms each have a double bed. A small bedroom has a twin bed. There is also a small bedroom with single bed located off the master bedroom. A bathroom is upstairs.
Our little mountain town has less than 1,000 residents. People walk to the post office, the library, banks and churches. Visitors come to visit our town to escape the rush of city life and to experience the calm serenity and beauty of our mountains and streams. Besides having the Appalachian Trail , the Virginia Creeper Bicycle Trail is located two blocks behind our home. The city pool is just a 5 min. walk and the city park with playground equipment is a 10 minute walk.
Staying at our beautiful home in Damascus will give you an opportunity to step back in time. You will be refreshed after spending time hiking, biking, or just sitting on the porch and enjoying the clean mountain air.
The Appalachian Trail is right outside your front door. Creeper Trail is only 1 block away!
Keywords: Spacious two story home, mountain town, private back yard, quaint, peaceful setting
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Covered Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Linens Provided
- Air-Conditioning
- Beds
- Baby Crib
- Twin/ Single
- Double
- Queen
- Entertainment
- VCR
- DVD
- TV
- CD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils
- Full Kitchen
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Refrigerator
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Other Amenities
- playhouse, sandbox, large front porch, private backyard
- Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
- Children Welcome
- Activities
- Mountain Biking
- Cycling
- Fitness Center
- Wildlife Viewing
- Kayaking
- Golf
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Live Theater
- Horseback Riding
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Shopping
- Rock Climbing
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Payment can be in the form of personal checks, traveler's checks or cash. 1-2 people .. $200/night (2 night min) .. $1100/week plus 10% sales tax 3-8 people .. $250/night (2 night min) .. $1300/week plus 10% sales tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
My husband and I are the proud parents of 5 children and 9 grand children. I was a Kindergarten teacher and he was an engineer. We raised our children in the Atlanta area and moved to Damascus in 2003. I had seen a picture of the Virginia Creeper Bicycle Trail in 1996. We came to investigate this beautiful mountain area, and I did not want to leave. We were able to buy a Bed and Breakfast in Damascus which I have operated since '03. When people ask me, "Where is your favorite place to visit?" My answer is Damascus, Va. These mountains, streams, and friendly hometown atmosphere bring peace to my soul.
Why the Owner Chose Damascus
People wanted to come to Damascus and be able to stay longer than 1 or 2 days. Also, they wanted to have access to kitchen facilities. They wanted a place where children would be welcomed. We have a private backyard with lots of shade trees, playhouse and sandbox which provides a safe place for children to play outside. I just felt like there was a need for lodging other than a bed and breakfast establishment.
The Unique Benefits of this House
I love the front porch. When you speak to people as they are walking by, they usually stop and say hello. I have a piano in the living room. When my family comes, we enjoy playing the piano and singing together. The house is so large that when you want private space, you can find it. Sometimes vacation rentals are small and people feel like they are crowded. There is plenty of space to find privacy, if you want that as part of your restful vacation experience. I love the backyard. It is so private and so shaded. I call it "My secret garden."
Property Photos
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- Welcome to the River Rose Cottage in Damascus, Va.!
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- Large eat-in kitchen
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- Master bedroom has queen bed and twin bed
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- Living room with piano
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- Den
Traveler Reviews (3)
Guest of the River Rose Cottage
Guest: Deborah
(Waynesville NC)
Date of Stay: 05/06/12
Review Submitted: 05/09/12
My husband and I just spent two nights with two other couples at the River Rose Cottage. We had such a great time cycling down the Virginia Creeper Trail. Our stay at the Cottage was so enjoyable. It made us feel like we where at our grandma's house. So clean and cozy. The only thing missing was the smell of a fresh apple pie cooking in the oven.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
River Rose Cottage
Guest: Bluegrass girl
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
I enjoyed staying in Damascus. They have Bluegrass in town and in Chilhowie on Monday night. You can even drive up to the Mt. Roger's school on Tuesday night for a free lesson on your choice of Bluegrass instruments! It is a friendly town... as they say, "friendliest on the Appalachian Trail". The cottage has the most character of any house in town. Clean, neat, well appointed. Great location, friendly hosts. I liked being able to walk anywhere I needed to go from the cottage. Walking along the river was a highlight. Quincey's was my favorite restaurant. I would definitely stay here again and have recommended it to my friends. This is definitely a walking town. The art and antique shops in close by Abingdon are a bonus. Many fine restaurants and theater are there. Another photo op was at White's Mill. I like photographing the old homes, the mill and old barns in the area . The William King Art Center in Abingdon was a highlight to me. The Barter Theater is a destination unto itself. The hosts give you plenty of ideas on what you can do in the area but they give you privacy as well. This is a large home with plenty of room...spacious with beautiful architectural appointments. Great front porch!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Charming B&B in Damascus
Guest: Georgia Peach Girl
(Dahlonega, GA)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10
Review Submitted: 06/12/10
I felt as though I had stepped back in time in this B&B! If only those walls could talk! The rooms in this house are not only decorated with Southern charm, but are VERY large and quite accomodating for my family of five. Other than biking down the Virginia Creeper, one of my favorite activities while staying in Damascus was sitting on the front porch of this magnificent home in the early evening. My family was able to walk to the restaurants, the river, and shops. Thanks, Susie for a WONDERFUL stay! You are the best and I HIGHLY recommend your place. I plan to make it back there soon! Happy trails to you!
Owner response:I thank you for the great review. I just wanted to add that River Rose Cottage is a vacation rental and not a B and B. I do wish I had time to cook something special for all my guests!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.
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