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2 Blocks to Theatre, Shopping, Dining, Va Creeper Trail & More
| Sleeps | 5 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Space | 2,000 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 4-5)
Coffee in your bathrobe, business or creative conference, family reunion... a lazy afternoon alone or a cutthroat game of Monopoly. Full-out social time or the quiet bliss of listening to a country evening. Biking in the morning, Barter Theatre in the evening...this charming cottage is at the hub of Abingdon's activities.
EXTREME GREEN...tankless water heater, solar assisted electrical, Rain Harvesting System, recycled building materials, water garden, certified National Wildlife Federation habitat.
NOW...About the Guest House! Works of local artists highlight an original mix of eclectic furnishings and vintage carpets for citizen-of-the-world ambiance. Slate and hardwood floors, full kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops let you be in host-in-charge.....or not! And the 12' ceiling with a drowsy fan will put you in a Southern state of mind...right before you doze off!
2 suites with queen beds, 600-thread count sheets and tiled private full baths; there's a 1/2 bath in the hall for guests and visitors. Convenient and comfortable with a whimsical take on tradition. Large living room, dining room, entertainment library of DVDs, books, games.
Perfect for families or meeting up with long-ago neighbors and friends. A great homebase for executive, family or other business travel and for those just moving here, it's a great way to explore the town and see which neighborhood will be a good match. 2 porches (1 screened for privacy) and the sound of frequent train passings carry you anywhere you can dream. If you imagine our entry bridge carrying you to a place unlike you've experienced before, you're right!
Keywords: 2 suites w/ private baths,full kitchen, screened porch,flat-screen TV,library of DVDs, books, games, Bike shop/shuttle next door,State Theatre up the hill.
About Janet Woolwine
Ever the caretaker...former teacher, travel-agent, B&B owner, happy elder to 2 grown children, 3 cats and an adorable grandson. Texas-raised but Abingdon-infatuated since 1977, I've left weaving, spinning and my country life to focus on redevelopment of this charming neighborhood. My first project was A Likely Yarn (just out the back door) in 2009 and there will soon be another property (built 1859) just down the street ready for retail and residence.
Janet Woolwine purchased this cottage in 2012
Why Janet Woolwine chose Blue Ridge Highlands
As to why this particular area of the town, Park St. and its environs are the oldest part of town, once the site of Black's Fort, a pre-Revolutionary outpost.
Mileage-wise, with several major cities anywhere from 2 to 5 hours away, Abingdon is close to everywhere and in the middle of nowhere at the same time. Brilliant, creative people in every field are drawn to the privacy and beauty of the area, with the chance to be as public or as private as they wish Diversity is important and we not only tolerate the eccentrics who give the town its character, we encourage them!! It makes for a lovely mix of folks who've come here from all over the world; the endless opportunities for recreation, amusement and small-town conviviality make it the perfect place to visit, the perfect place to live.
Brand new construction (2012) with all the comforts and conveniences of home - but none of the responsibilities. Open floor plan and no steps AT ALL from street to screened back porch.
Solar-assisted electrical, tankless water heater, dedicated recycling bins.
What makes this cottage unique
Accessibility to history...from several wars back to pre-historic activity in nearby Saltville ..nature, colleges, recreation, arts, theatre, music and great people watching. There's at least one story around every corner..and usually someone happy to tell it to you!
Amenities
Abingdon Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- 2000 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 5
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only ...
- Adventure
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning
- Broadband Access ...
- Clothes Dryer
- Free Long Distance
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet ...
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Parking Off Street ...
- Telephone ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- Catering Available
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher ...
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 2 Bathrooms,
- 1 Half Bath
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Bathroom 1 -
Bathroom 2 -
Bathroom 3 - toilet , Separate hallway location for privacy and convenience.
- Fully tiled with tub and shower . Spacious counter and hair-dryer. Amenity-sized soap and shampoo. "En suite" access from bedroom for convenience and privacy.
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
- 2 suites, each with queen-size bed, reading chair and writing desk... Private "en suite" bathrooms.
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Television
- Video Library
- Deck / Patio ...
- alternative lifestyle
- cinemas
- health/beauty spa
- museums
- restaurants
- antiquing
- shopping
- sight seeing
- wildlife viewing
- fitness center
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- mountain biking
- racquetball
- tennis
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(49 traveler reviews)
Fabulous!
Couldn"t ask for a cleaner and well-stocked vacation home. Location was excellent! This was our second stay here and it was as good as the first. We will be returning.
Great, convenient place for two couples
Janet's guest house is a very nice place to stay and well equipped. Janet was very accommodating in suggesting restaurants and places to see.
Beautiful cottage, convenient location
This is a perfect accommodation for two couples. Two large bedrooms, each with a private bath, plus an additional powder room in the hall. The kitchen was modern and well supplied. Everything was very clean and nicely decorated. Enjoyed the screened-in back porch. The driveway fits two cars for off-street parking. Location is a couple blocks from the main street; easy walk to restaurants and the Barter Theatre (saw a show there- very professional and entertaining, would highly recommend). We also enjoyed biking on the Virginia Creeper Trail, the entrance of which is only a block or so away.
Great location
What an amazing little place, perfect for two couples. Walking distance to Main Street downtown. Great property with two master suites and a screened in back porch. Just perfect for our needs. Will stay again if traveling through Abingdon. Ellis Sweet ship is a must eat Place!!!!
Perfect Place for a Creeper/Barter Weekend w/Friends
Great location, ideal set-up for two couples, lovely screened porch to watch people getting ready to start their ride on the Creeper and the trains rumble by (noise not an issue).Janet has thought of everything. This house includes all the little "extras" that make it seem like a real home away from home -- four outlets in the bathroom, make-up mirror, lots of fluffy towels, plenty of good lighting and ceiling fans everywhere, fully-equipped kitchen, games and DVDs, detergent pods and a washer and dryer just in case you get soaked while biking! Even with a bath in each BR, the powder room came in handy at times. And to top it all off, there's a wildlife sanctuary in the backyard!
Stat here
This place is perfect for a nice little get away or for a long stay. It's right in downtown and perfect for walkin every where. Nature and arts right outside your door. Loved it.
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Guided white-water fishing trips available, frequent concerts (al fresco, bluegrass, country, old-time), VA Highlands Festival in August. Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion in September, NASCAR in March and August, camping (tent and cabin) in National Forests and State Parks within 50 miles. 2 lakes nearby..Hungry Mother State Park (45 miles) or TVA South Holston Lake 10 miles
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Rates & Availability
- Available
- Unavailable
Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $50 |
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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