Located on a 200+ year old farm at the foot of the majestic Peaks of Otter, this cottage is perfect for a countryside getaway. Enjoy porch swinging from our newly, custom built pergola while enjoying panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway and overlooking our large 3 acre pond. Horse Lover? You’ll love looking over our horse pasture towards our large pond where catch and release fishing is allowed! Are you an avid hunter? This would be your dream spot to stay. We have a walk-in game cooler, meat processing area and deer skinning shed available on-site. Minutes away from the National Forest.
We are conveniently located 15 minutes from the town of Bedford, 10 minutes to the Peaks of Otter Lodge and Campgrounds, 30 minutes to Lynchburg and Liberty University, 45 minutes to Roanoke, 30 minutes to Smith Mountain Lake. We are 5 minutes from the Peaks of Otter Winery and 10 minutes from Gross’s Orchard - both worth exploring for a true sense of this area. The town of Bedford is home to the National D-Day Memorial and is bursting with lots of quality Arts & Antiques in our quaint downtown area. Other day trips worth the visit include Appomattox where the Civil War ended, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Monticello at UVA, Natural Bridge of VA, Train Museum and Taubman Art Museum in Roanoke and Liberty Mountain’s Snowflex Centre.
Our Cottage Features: • Newly remodeled • Large, fully stocked kitchen • Master bedroom with king size bed • Guest bedroom with queen size bed • 1 full bathroom with shower/tub • Cozy living room area with large tv and dvd player • Outside Dining/Relaxing Area • Screened In Porch • Towels & Sheets Provided at no additional cost
Also available on the farm for an additional fee is our large barn designed for large gatherings, equipped with a ballroom floor, lighting, tables, chairs and much more. Perfect for a rustic wedding, family reunion, birthday celebration, or an anniversary surprise!
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Bedford
Bedford is home to this cottage. Jefferson National Forest and Gross Orchard reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Troutville Park and Natural Bridge Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain climbing.
How much does it cost to stay at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?
As of Jun 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses on Jun 24, 2026 start from $180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses located?
This family-friendly Bedford cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Peaks of Otter Winery and Jefferson National Forest. Gross Orchard and Bedford Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Beautiful location. Very relaxing. Host and family were very nice. We loved the cottage and the view of the beautiful mountains. Would definitely go back.
What a wonderful place for a little getaway! The property is so beautiful and peaceful and the cottage is charming and cozy. We had an awesome weekend in Bedford and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.
Mayhew Farms is the perfect place to unwind and relax away from it all.I really enjoyed being greeted everyday by Buck, the horse.The cute cottage is welcoming and comfortable.Great place to stay.
Our family loves this little place, and we will continue to come back when we have the opportunity. The location is breathtaking and the hosts are very accommodating.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thanks Jennifer! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return!
This property is absolutely charming...cute, quaint, and incredibly peaceful. The views are stunning, and the setting is quiet and relaxing. The home was well-equipped with everything we needed and had just the right amount of space for two adults and two young children. We especially enjoyed visiting Noodle the horse and visiting the on the property. We’d love to return for another stay!
Excellent, beautiful setting, easy access to everything we wanted to do and see. Loved the horse. Thanks for the help jumping a dead battery - service above and beyond!! Quiet location, comfortable, everything you could want for a quiet week of vacation.
The home was charming and beautiful country setting. The horse was beautiful. We did notice Wi-Fi didn’t work through the whole home- could have used another one downstairs. Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Great view of a beautiful piece of property with historic buildings and very precious decorations. Easily 6 people could have stayed and felt very comfortable.
Lovely cottage with all the comforts of home.
Location was easy to find and the views are beautiful.
If you are looking for some quiet restful time and see the stars for a change this is the place to be.
My grandson loved visiting the horse(Buck) being greeted by the dogs and seeing the bunnies. Beds were comfortable and welcoming after a busy day of sightseeing.
Sandra S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Mayhew
My father-in-law purchased this farm in 1978 where he and wife, Margaret raised my husband and his brother. Margaret and Tony still reside in the large farmhouse which is located just a short distance from the property. My husband, myself and our three children live “over the pond and through the woods” from the cottage. As the more tech savvy one between the two of us, I manage the online reservations while Tony typically enjoys being hands-on with anything that’s needed during your stay. Feel free to contact either of us! We always love to get to know our visitors!
Why they chose this property
The farm was once a full working dairy farm, dating over 200 years old. Up until last year, we have rented this cottage as a long-term rental. We are pleased to now offer the cottage as short-term rental where visitors to the area can enjoy a home such as ours.
What makes this property unique
The peacefulness that our property brings is something you can't find many other places. As you swing under our pergola or sit around the fire pit and listen to the sounds around you, one can imagine what the farm would have looked like so many years ago. We are a history lover's dream!