10/10 Excellent
Allison B.
5 Jul 2025
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Getaway
Allison B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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PRIVATE 150FT WATERFALL RIGHT OFF DECK! Rustic, Asian inspired.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 21032 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Independence, VA
- Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
- Blue Ridge Music Center45 min drive
- Grayson Highlands State Park50 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
PRIVATE 150FT WATERFALL RIGHT OFF DECK! Rustic, Asian inspired.
Paradise Lost! Come to one of the most unique properties in the Blue Ridge. Artisan home surrounded by 15 acres with a 150ft waterfall a few feet off the front deck. If you are looking for WIFI and TV this is NOT your vacation. Looking for down time? Looking for inspiration? Looking to reconnect with nature and disconnect from the speed of the world this IS the place for you. Open the windows and let the sound of the water heal your soul. Sit in front of an antique picture window with 20 foot writing desk and watch as the rays of the sun filter through the canopy of trees and light across the pages of your journal. From this window you will be looking down about 100 ft to the creek below and at all the amazing rock formations on the opposing bank. Or take your yoga mat on the deck and do warrior pose as the sun wakes the day. At night build a fire in the pit on the deck and listen to the night sounds as you watch the stars come out. Take a soak in the Asian tub inside the house and open the windows and listen to the falls as you let the weight of the world fade away. Everyone who comes will understand how special this place is. You can not write about special you have to feel it. Home was previously owned by writer and playwright. From the soapstone kitchen sink to the shower room with a rock ledge for the drain every detail is unique. It is the perfect vacation for writers or romantics. The driveway is steep with turns and some loose gravel. Guest will need to have an all wheel drive or 4x4. Your option is to park inside gate and shuttle supplies up and down in a cart that is provided. Driveway is about 100yards long roughly.
Around the area you will find yourself 3 miles from the New River and Blue Ridge Parkway. You are about 45 minutes from some of the best hiking the state has to offer at Grayson Highlands State park where you can connect to the Appalachian Trail. The New River Trail you can pick up as you enter Galax 20 min from cabin. This will connect you with miles of walking trail. West Jefferson NC is a 50 min drive and you can spend all day walking quaint shops and wonderful eateries.
Around the area you will find yourself 3 miles from the New River and Blue Ridge Parkway. You are about 45 minutes from some of the best hiking the state has to offer at Grayson Highlands State park where you can connect to the Appalachian Trail. The New River Trail you can pick up as you enter Galax 20 min from cabin. This will connect you with miles of walking trail. West Jefferson NC is a 50 min drive and you can spend all day walking quaint shops and wonderful eateries.
Property manager
Caroline Carter
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Languages
English
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No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Independence
Located in Independence, this cottage is in the mountains. Mt Vale Vineyards and City of Galax Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wayne Henderson's Workshop and Galewinds Amusement Park. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Independence, VA
What's nearby
- Rex Theater - 29 min drive - 24.0 km
- Blue Ridge Music Center - 45 min drive - 40.1 km
- Grayson Highlands State Park - 50 min drive - 55.2 km
- New River - 54 min drive - 59.1 km
- Olde Beau Golf and Country Club - 56 min drive - 56.1 km
Restaurants
- Ciro's Pizza & Subs - 12 min drive
- Subway - 13 min drive
- Pizza Plus - 13 min drive
- Aunt Bea's BBQ - 12 min drive
- Ogles - 12 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle Olin P.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Michelle Olin P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheri M.
1 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly healing location!
Sheri M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cozy cabin
Richard H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve and Lynda H.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Steve and Lynda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ana L., Asheville, NC, USA
10 May 2019
Paradise Found!
Ana L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Stanley B.
21 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Trip
Stanley B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect is real
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott R.
7 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the Grid
Scott R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michael S., Stafford, VA, USA
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to unplug!
Michael S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy C.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Piece of Heaven
Tracy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charlie D.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
150' Waterfall House
Charlie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martha D., Eagle Rock, Va
14 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend
Martha D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann K.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zen Paradise
Ann K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly H.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall away
Kelly H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erik Y.
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feel the falls
Erik Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P., Charlotte
22 Jun 2022
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Amazing retreat in the woods
Lisa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kelly P.
5 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reset complete
Kelly P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leah T.
15 Apr 2024
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Magical and Nourishing
Leah T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Becky F.
6 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and romantic!
Becky F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Barry G., Orlando, FL
9 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Getaway
Barry G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kate S.
15 May 2023
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A Sanctuary
Kate S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Natural Serenity
Matt S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Todd W., Charlotte, NC
2 Oct 2018
While the pictures are spot on, get ready for a unique experience!
Todd W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Logan J.
13 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem
Logan J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
About the host
Hosted by Caroline Carter
I am artist, adventurer, and NC native who has lived in all four corner of the US. I lived in Manhattan in my late teen years, and then moved to Phoenix to spend the next 3 years of my life wintering in the Southwest and summering on the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River Oregon in the Pacific Northwest. I have sailed the Atlantic in a 26 ft sailboat, taught English to Chinese high school English teachers in mainland China. I have travelled in Spain, Italy, and Hungary and now reside in Garner NC with my husband and 2 children ages 11 and 13. I am currently a worker bee in the Stone Supply industry after being out of the business for over 15 years. My passions include getting people of all ages back to the woods and away from electronics. It is such a disease that we can not disconnect from electronics and reconnect with nature. This disconnect without distractions is what grounds us and points us to self discovery. When we are fully aware we are better people to not only ourselves but to those around us. In my personal life shutting out distractions and focusing on the Divine is where I truly grow. I am currently giving thanks for all things both good and bad in my life and learning where the lesson was to be found. It is my pleasure to be able to open my house to you. Come and experience what words can not describe. I look forward to sharing my special space with you.
Why they chose this property
My husband and I own property in Ashe County NC. We love the area as we have been taking our 2 children to Grayson Highlands State Park in VA camping since they were 2 years old. After my father passed suddenly from complications of T-Cell Lymphoma I felt the call to purchase more land in the area. My goal was to have a place to get children of all ages away from electronics and back to nature. Having lost out on 2 large land purchases due to reasons beyond my control I was forced to look outside of Ashe County as it was not offering me anything new. The first day of searching and a couple of clicks landed me on 5220 Peach Bottom in Independence VA. I live in Raleigh NC and at 9:30 AM the following day I called out from work and was entering the property. I made an offer 2 hours later and the rest is history. It was truly meant to be mine. Both my father and the previous owner died of cancer a few months apart. Both of them were very special people who were born the same year 1947. The prior owner was a writer and playwright while my father was a voracious reader. You will definitely feel the peace and inspiration flow into you as you settle into a chair on the deck.
What makes this property unique
I fell in love with the property the minute I saw it for sale. The rustic nature of it's setting, the attention to detail in it's artistry. It lends itself perfectly into it's surroundings taking care to not overpower the landscape. From the moment I drove up to the cattle gate and saw the jack fence and lush green surroundings I felt as though I was entering a beautiful state park. As I crossed the stone bridge to get to the front porch I admired how perfectly everything was placed in relationship to the waterfall. I knew the property was for me the minute I saw the hammered bronze oversized door knob. Sometimes pictures on line can make a mediocre place look good. Sometimes they can hint to a super amazing place without giving away it's essence. The sound of the falls and the structure together unite in such a way that EVERYONE who goes there will feel as though they have been a part of something special. I know that the minute I leave my heart is calling me back to the sound of the Falls.
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