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Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard!

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Welcome to Along For The Ride!
415 Douglas Drive
Back Patio, Covered, w/ BBQ Grill, Dining Area, Rocking Chairs, Conversation Set
Propane Fire Pit in the backyard overlooking the river.
French Doors leading to Deck
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Damascus, VA
  • Virginia Creeper Damascus
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Adventure Damascus
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Damascus Town Hall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Mother-in-law Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Train Multi Bed Room

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Mother-in-law Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard!

Riverfront property located on the Virginia Creeper Trail, as you coast into the Town of Damascus, ALONG FOR THE RIDE is the perfect location! Adjacent and within blocks of bike shuttle companies, restaurants, and downtown shops. The back yard is complete with a 500 sq ft deck that overlooks the river, the perfect way to relax after a day of biking or hiking! The Appalachian Trail comes out about 1/4 mile down the road that is in front of the home as well.

All Adjacent to the House:
Bike Shuttles : Sundog and Bicycle Junction

Restaurants: 7 Trails Diner, Subway, Mojos Coffee and Cafe

All Within Blocks of the House:
Creeper Trail Bike and Rental
Shuttle Shack
The Bike Station
Adventure Damascus Bicycle & Outdoor
Blue Blaze Bike and Shuttle
Ice Cream Store
Damascus Brewery Restaurant
Antique Shops
Craft Shops
Downtown Park
Downtown Damascus Pool

Abingdon is 15 minutes away, Bristol is 30 minutes, and Boone NC is 50 minutes away.


Amenities
Our completely renovated home has everything we could think of to make your stay fun and comfortable!

2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full Bed, 1 King Bed

Living Room has 2 full size sofas, 53" flat screen, complete with an Xbox 360. The french doors lead out to the covered deck that overlooks the river.

The master bedroom has a King Size Bed, full size closet, new flat screen TV and two windows to enjoy the river sounds.

Two completely renovated bathrooms, including a makeup vanity area.

Kitchen fully renovated, including all new pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and staple spices.

Coffee/Tea Bar with specialty coffees and teas.

Game room:
Complete with air hockey, foosball, board games, Flat Screen TV, and books!

Digital Yamaha Piano and Guitar, even a bongo drum for those wanting to make some musical memories.

Deck with dining tables that will comfortably seat 8. There is also a conversation area to sit up on the deck and outdoor seating by the river with a propane fire pit (with just a push of a button, instant fire pit)

Outdoor BBQ grill (propane)

Bike Rack

Wifi

Cable

Linens included.

For the little ones: Stroller, Highchair, Playpen, Kelty Hiking Backpack, toys, sippy cups, non breakable plates, baby tub, and a baby monitor

For Privileged Pups that are APPROVED and pay the dog fee.
Food/ Water Bowl
XL Kennel for when you leave the pup at the home unattended.

NO CATS. Our daughter is extremely allergic to cats, so please respect our rule for absolutely no cats allowed.

NO SMOKING in or around the home. Please respect our visitors with breathing issues. This includes vaping.

PLEASE NOTE: We have one security camera on the front of the property and one that faces the river on the back of the property. The front one is an outdoor flood light camera and does not hear inside the house... just captures the driveway and helps us with the weather situation when we aren't there. The one of the back of the house is facing the river and not the deck space. This one is for us to know the level of the river, which is important for us to know.

Questions we will ask in order to approve a dog:
Once approved, I’ll send an invoice for the pet fee of $150 for each dog
(limit 2).

1) How many dogs?
If there are two dogs, do they both live in the same home? We do not allow dogs from two different families to stay at the house at the same time.
2) How old is the dog/ dogs?
We do not allow puppies at all. No potty training or "just potty trained" dogs at all. This puppy phase is different with all dogs and some are well over a year before they have mastered this. If your dog has accidents in your house AT ALL, then we consider that NOT potty trained and unfortunately will not be able to approve them yet.
2) What size and what type of hair?
We need to know this because if it's a Siberian Husky or other dogs with tons of hair, we have to bring in an extra cleaner that just vacuums and dusts everything because that hair ends up on every square inch of the house and if the next guests have dog allergies, we need to know ahead of time to prepare for them.
3) Is the dog indoors all of the time? (Meaning doesn't sleep outside at it's own home. ) Dogs that are used to being indoors would definitely act very different inside than dogs that were being treated to a completely new lifestyle.
No getting on the furniture, chewing on furniture, marking the furniture, etc, etc.
4) We ask that any time you are gone, please do not leave the dog unattended to roam inside the house. We have a kennel that we provide (it's a large one) in the game room. Please always put the dog in the kennel when you leave. If you want to move the kennel inside the main part of the house, that's just fine.

Property manager

Jennifer Walker

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
Our home is not set up for large gatherings.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs must be approved $100 pet fee/dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking or vaping.

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
Note from host: Our home is not set up for large gatherings.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Damascus

Located in Damascus, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Appalachian Heritage Distillery and Abingdon Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Triplett Mill and Wolf Hill Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Damascus, or check out an event or a game at Fred Selfe Stadium. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Damascus, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Adventure Damascus - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Damascus Town Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Damascus Town Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Damascus Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Damascus Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Damascus Old Mill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Virginia Creeper Trail in Front Yard, Deck overlooking the River in Back Yard! located?

This family-friendly Damascus vacation home is located on the waterfront, just steps from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and Virginia Creeper Damascus. Adventure Damascus and Jefferson National Forest are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly special place
This is our second time staying at this property and we cannot wait to come back again. Jennifer has thought of everything! There is a little something for everyone here. We had a wonderful time with family and friends, escaping the stresses of every day life, creating memories on the bike trail, in town, and on the creek. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Family Weekend!
We just had the most amazing stay and ride on the Creeper Trail! This house was so welcoming and perfect for a family trip with kids. From the welcome basket full of treats to all the fun toys and games to play with to the rocks to paint and pictures to take, this host has thought of everything to truly elevate your stay. The kitchen is so well stocked too! Perfect location and felt very safe. Will definitely rent again! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister reunion
Four 60+ sisters had a wonderful stay. The house and property were everything we hoped it would be based on the pictures and description. The house has a few rough edges but a ton of quaintness and charm. Very much like Damascus. We prepared all our meals in the well stocked kitchen. The beds were comfortable, the game room had some fun surprises. But the best part was the back porch and creek side yard. We’ve rented over a dozen vacation houses and have never spent as much time relaxing outside. All but one meal was eaten outdoors. The creek itself was awesome and provided such a relaxing ambiance. Walking on the trail was an every morning event.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Along for the Ride
We travel several times a year, and have stayed in many places. This was hands down the best place we have ever stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
The owners take pride in this house. They have everything you could ask for amd more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to the Creeper and town!
We loved Jen's place and all the little touches she's added to make the stay fun. Games and scavenger hunts were great! The home was right on the trail which was very convenient to go for rides and right next to town as well. Having the river literally in the backyard was great for cooling off after a big day of adventuring. We'd definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
The owners thought of everything! From the delightful decor and comfy beds, the fun game room, relaxing porch This house was perfect. Located in the heart of Damascus and an easy walk to everything. If you want to visit the Creeper Trail there is a bicycle rental next door. You can stay home and relax in the back porch while watching the river flow by. Don’t forget to try to solve the two scavenger hunts to open the treasure chests. I promise you won’t be disappointed. This house is a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular in every way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was very happy to have found this property. I’d give 6 stars if possible! Everything about this place exceeded our expectations. Jennifer the host and owner was totally amazing. Very communicative and helpful in leading up to arrival and so accommodating in every way possible (thank you again for going above and beyond). She is just sweet as pie! Speaking of sweet…the complimentary gift basket of goodies was a huge hit and very much appreciated. Without going into too many details and spoilers for those thinking of renting it trust me when I say this property has everything you would want and more for both adults and kids! It was exceptionally equipped with literally everything you could imagine and more. The back yard deck on the creek was so beautiful and my favorite place on the property. Furthermore, this property in my opinion has arguably the best location in Damascus. It is so convenient to everything in town that we walked everywhere we wanted to go when not hitting the trails or out on the Grayson Highlands playground. Jennifer created a model for how other home rental owners should replicate. We will definitely stay in this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
This is a wonderful place to stay with a family whether you want to get outdoors or want to enjoy all the property has to offer. The host is wonderful and easy to communicate with. This was our send time at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
Lots of people give 5 stars easily. I do not. But this rental is far and above. The owner has created such a wonderful experience. She has thought of everything. Fresh half and half to go with a large collection of coffee pods, scavenger hunts both in the home and around the town that my granddaughter absolutely loved, fresh cut flowers, xbox, loads of games, clean grill, wonderful fire pit, rock painting and water color supplies, and on and on. Open a bedroom window and listen to the river all night long…so peaceful. Jump on your bike and get on the Creeper Trail right in front of the property. You can even just sit and watch the Appalachian Trail hikers going by. Everything was sparkling clean, lots of parking. We had 6 ebikes loaded in my truck and she offerred to set the front camera to motion detection to help with security. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Jennifer is the best host and always has a basket of goodies for you when you arrive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing in every way!
This home absolutely made our stay in town. The owners have thought of everything a guest could need and the spacious interior allowed us to have plenty of space to relax and unwind. Absolutely spotless and tons of fun extras for the family to enjoy! Great kitchen and game room and the setting by the creek was beautiful. The owners provided wonderful communication and were thoughtful in every way- we can’t wait to return!! Thank you for your attention to every detail a guest could need!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love this magical place!
Jennifer has thought of everything. We sooo much look forward to our visit there each Fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the Virginia Creeper Trail!!
This is our fourth time staying in this house. Great house, great times! Love the house being right on the river and right on the creeper trail! The host thinks of everything you could possibly need!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick anniversary trip
Beautiful interior and creek side retreat. Host thought of everything! Thank you for making our anniversary trip special with the celebratory basket!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sue p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Biking the creeper trail.
Loved the covered back deck and being able to sit and listen to the river flowing by. We had everything we needed and more. Thank you for the lovely gift basket with all the goodies! And the beds were so very comfortable! And the best part was getting to spend time with my 3 sisters and brother in law who drove down from New York to meet me.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous!
This property has everything you could need and then some. We especially love the entertainment options, lots for everyone to do, young and old alike. It's beautiful, very, very clean and everything is comfortable. Thank you Jennifer, we always look forward to our stay with you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Host and House
We stayed for 2 nights for Fall Break and to bike the Creeper Trail. The home truly had everything from activities and games to a fully stocked kitchen. Kids and adults loved it. The scavenger hunts were huge crowd pleasers! Highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

A. J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
These hosts are amazing!
We love this property! Thank you for another great stay. Our parents joined us this year for a great trip to Damascus. The home is kept up so well with so many amenities. My daughter loved the painting easel and the other games in the game room. We played a lot of badminton and volleyball. The new upgrades on the patio were beautiful and so cozy! We cant wait to come again next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandma’s 93 Birthday! 🎂
Jen was AMAZING! I was going to ask about a place to order a cake, and she already got one and decorated the house for us! The house had everything we needed and things we forgot! I would 10/10 recommend!! Not to mention outside was a beautiful, peaceful retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hospitality Ph.D
Best hostess ever. Period. If Jennifer doesn't teach a post-graduate course in hospitality at VRBO University, she should. Things that we've always found it necessary to bring with us to a rental, she had already provided. Coffee, sugar, even creamer - the very creamer we keep at home! Every kitchen utensil you could possibly need. Lots of fun games. Exceptionally comfortable seating in the living area. The outdoor seating also very comfortable and varied. And the mattress in the master bed - the real test of any accommodation - was great. In short, a fantastic place to stay and an even more fantastic property owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
This was our 2nd time staying at Along for the Ride. Just like our first visit, Jen went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The house is stocked with everything from games to fishing gear. Between the location, equipped house, river in backyard and large back deck we think this house is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible experience
This was the most incredible property! Jennifer thought of everything! The indoor and outdoor spaces were both so wonderful, including something for everyone! For those that like nature, music, art, adventure! The scavenger hunts were the icing on the cake! The property led us to disconnect from our devices and reconnect with each other. And I’m talking 3 adults and 5 teens! We cannot wait to come back! Thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Getaway
We enjoyed our time very much at your lovely home. You totally welcomed us and we felt as if it were our home from the minute we walked in. The location is superior!!!! We did feel as if the front and back porches were dirty. Wished that they had been washed clean of all the dead bugs and cob webs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Owner of this property has thought of everything.. Our kids can't wait to go back to just stay in the house.. forget you are there for the trails...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Walker

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A little about our family...
Our family of 7 loves the outdoors and the beauty of the mountains! We have enjoyed the Virginia Creeper Trail for years and when this adorable house came available to buy, we knew it would be the perfect VRBO for others and a wonderful home for us to enjoy as well!

Why they chose this property

This property is in the perfect spot! You coast in from the Virginia Creeper Trail (start in White Top) and you can walk to everything in downtown. The restaurant across the street has live music on the weekends and we have a fire pit area in the backyard overlooking the river... just a perfect place to make family memories!

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