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Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!

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A modern two-story house with a dark exterior, a visible window with a plaque, and a well-maintained lawn with purple flowers.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with yellow bedding, a large window, and a patterned rug.
A modern house with a dark green exterior, a covered porch, and a well-maintained garden.
A cozy living room with a brick accent wall, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking greenery.
A cozy living room with a brick wall, a large window, a green sofa, a lamp, and a plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Roseland, VA
  • Place, Woodson's Mill
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Lovingston Winery
    ‪31 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!

The Chestnut House

The perfect place for you and your family to rest, unplug, enjoy novice trout fishing, and stargaze under the clean country sky.

Welcome to the Chestnut House. This recently renovated riverfront home is a blend of historic charm and modern elegance. Originally built in 1926 as a log cabin made of real chestnut, it has since been used as a US Post office, country market, and later a house in 1936. The home is nestled between the Cardinal and Little Priest mountains in the Blue Ridge Range and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.

The main attraction of the Chestnut House is the outdoors. Just a step away from the back door is the Piney River. Enjoy the sounds of this rushing river from the beautiful sundeck furnished with Adirondak chairs, or the picnic tables, rock fire-pit, or hammock. This two-story cottage offers scenic river and mountain views, a wood stove, chef’s kitchen, and sleeping accommodations for up to six guests. Open the windows and enjoy the sounds of the rushing Piney River and nature throughout the house.

A fun fact about the home: Growing on the side of the home facing the river is a very old, almost extinct, American Chestnut Tree. This is why we call it the “Chestnut House”.

Lastly, don’t forget your fishing rods! Native brook trout and wild brown trout populate the river.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
If you wish to bring more than 1 dog pls reach out
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Instructions are inside geek binder in the kitchen. I will send a reminder 24 hrs your departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties please No unregistered guests NO SMOKING inside NO illegal drugs Pet fee is $100

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3820770
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 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

Roseland

Located in Roseland, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Winton Country Club and Blue Mountain Barrel House are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore George Washington National Forest and Crabtree Falls. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Roseland, VA

What's nearby

  • Woodson's Mill - 20 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 24 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Blue Mountain Barrel House - 31 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Lovingston Winery - 31 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Crabtree Falls - 42 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!?

As of Sep 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven! on Dec 7, 2026 start from $336, 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 Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven! located?

This family-friendly Roseland cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from George Washington National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Crabtree Falls and Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail. Woodson's Mill is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow, what a perfect place! Wonderful house, beautiful river, quiet and peaceful. The home was very comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is beautiful, well appointed, and very comfortable. It's a wonderful, peaceful spot on the river. We plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property inside and out. Very peaceful setting and decor inside added to the experience. House was clean and equipped with lots of great amenities. Host was prompt with communications and helpful with suggestions. Great value and I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax and get away. The babbling river was very peaceful. A lot of outdoor activities. The place has everything you need. And they welcomed us with a dozen fresh eggs and local ice cream! Our pup enjoyed as well.Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as shown - Perfect place to relax and unwind!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with another couple and thoroughly enjoyed our time. This property is absolutely lovely and one of the best kitchens we've ever had at a VRBO. The kitchen is very well stocked and has high end appliances. Because there are no stores/restaurants nearby, the kitchen is a major bonus. The property grounds are lovely and the creek in the backyard is very soothing. We didn't have great weather during our stay, but the large front porch (covered) made it wonderful. We were able to sit outside while it rained and still had an amazing stay in this lovely home. The furniture and beds were comfortable and the entire experience was excellent. Maria was very responsive and the check in was seamless. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for some peace and quiet in a lovely location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a comfortable and relaxing stay! The home is beautifully renovated, thoughtfully decorated, and incredibly well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The backyard is beautifully maintained, and we especially loved sitting by the river with our morning coffee. During our stay, a bad thunderstorm knocked out the power overnight. We didn't even realize it until we took our dog out the next morning and noticed the whole-house generator buzzing away in the side yard. I started breakfast, surfed the web, and even ran the dishwasher before realizing we were without power! The power was restored a few hours later, and the whole process was completely seamless. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this beautiful and comfortable home!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful area and beautiful house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 15, 2026
Thanks so much for the great review! We’re really glad you had a great experience and look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, very well equipped home with everything you could possibly need!!Starry night by the river was very relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 27, 2026
Thank you so much. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful spot for an escape from the busyness of life. The owners have thought of everything you could need inside and outside with many special touches! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 27, 2026
Thank you so much. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home inside & out - extremely clean & very cozy. Well stocked with everything you might need. Communication with host was clear & easy, they provided sweet notes & treats that really made us feel welcome. Loved enjoying the river frontage. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute amazing and beautiful gem! The hosts were next level and the surroundings were very relaxing. We loved this place so much and looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great, extremely helpful and flexible due to weather she kept us updated and informed every step of our visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 15, 2026
Thanks so much for the great review! We’re really glad you had a great experience and look forward to hosting you again .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely phenomenal experience staying in the Chestnut House on the river. The house was absolutely stunning down to every detail. The property surrounding the home is equally breathtaking. Maria is a fantastic host and we can’t wait to go back and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful place,we have passed it for years going in and out of the George Washington National Forest,we always thought how nice it would be to stay there.We found out that it was a VRBO but we didn't know that it had been completely restored, the inside and outside are both somewhat rustic looking in a way but everything is very modern, the host was great to deal with and we have actually booked the place again for late October, check it out, you'll be glad that you did.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our peaceful stay at the coziest Riverfront Cottage on The Piney River! We love the Piney River and saw trout jumping all morning long. The cottage is impeccably decorated and immaculate. The surrounding landscape is beautiful and serene. We loved everything about our stay and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2026
Thanks so much for the great review! We’re really glad you had a great experience and look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely lovely. Everything was well stocked. Kitchen had plenty of pots and pans as well as plates and silverware. The atmosphere was incredibly relaxing and you had river views throughout the house. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2026
Thank you so much. Looking forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house right on the river. We had an amazing time just sitting outside listening to the sound of the water rolling by. Inside, the house is impeccable with everything you need to spend some relaxing time away. Our dogs were quite happy as well and were lounging by the river and exploring the property all day long. We will be back again. Thank you Maria!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location. You can fish without having to go anywhere. The house was very clean. Lots of indoor and outdoor games to play. Check in/out was very easy. Host was excellent at communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed and Maria was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 8, 2025
Thank you so much! Looking forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home in a beautiful setting. We would love to discourage people from this property so that it remains a secret gem but that is too selfish. The home is clean and beautifully decorated by Maria. The property is amazing and so peaceful. Sitting by the river had us hooked. Maria and Randy are excellent hosts. They are attentive and responsive. Hope everyone enjoys this perfect escape.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I wanted to get away for a weekend with our dog and we couldn’t have had a better time. The location was everything we were looking for and we look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming!!! The amenities were great condition!!! Everything, place , home were the most wonderful!!!I definitely will be back and honestly recommend to everyone !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay along the Piney River. We booked this property for Liberty University's graduation weekend. We were concerned about the distance from the school but this house was worth the drive. It is a beautifully remodeled home with plenty of space to stretch out in the living room or sit around the kitchen table. Sitting on the deck right along the river was the perfect way to relax after a busy weekend schedule. The owners thought of all the amenities you might need and provided for a very clean and comfortable stay. The owners also were very understanding and responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by MARIA H.

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Why they chose this property

Peaceful, quiet, remote.

What makes this property unique

We purchased the home in 2022 after falling in love with its bones, history, and scenic Piney River views. It was built in 1926. Over the years it served many purposes but had since been abandoned and was in need of a lot of TLC. After one year of renovating, it ourselves, we are excited to invite guests to enjoy the beauty it offers.

The river you hear below is called the Piney River and flows for several miles....
Nestled at the base of the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest this home is a peaceful escape and the perfect place to take a break from the city.

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