Cottage on a lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
About the property
- Cottage1050 sqft
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps5
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay2 nights
Mountain getaway
Remotely nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, you will find this charming lake cottage. Enjoy days and evenings above a picturesque six acre lake with backdrop of a beautiful mountain range. Spend time fishing, paddle boating, blazing a trail into the woods, or relaxing with a good book. Take the time to unwind and get away from it all.
Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, two bedroom/one and a half bath cottage. The main/master bedroom has a queen sized bed, while the second bedroom upstairs is furnished with 2 twin beds and a private balcony and half bath. The cottage will sleep 5 very comfortably. The large living room is furnished with a large comfortable couch and a gas log fireplace. A table for 4 is off to the side of the living room, but also next to the kitchen which is all open. There is a bar/counter where 2 people can set and eat and also be part of the kitchen area. The living/kitchen area is all one big room with a step down from the kitchen. The cottage is equipped with everything you need to make your get away from it all perfect.
Situated on the six acre lake, guests can enjoy the morning just sitting on the deck drinking coffee and listening to the birds sing or watch for a fish to jump up out of the water. Later go for a hike in the woods, or go for a ride in the paddle boat. There is a canoe to enjoy as well. Fishing is permitted as catch and release only. There is a paddle board to enjoy on the lake, and if the day is really hot, you may want to take a swim in the lake. The water is cool, but very refreshing.
Spend the day away, enjoying nearby attractions. The cottage is approximately 10 miles for Mt Airy, NC, the hometown of Andy Griffith. Visit the Andy Griffith Museum, which houses the world's largest collection of Andy Griffith memorabilia.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is only about 12 miles away. Fancy Gap is just off the parkway, and has several antique stores and gift shops. The Deli Gap Restaurant is highly recommended for a great lunch.
The Yadkin Valley Wine Country, which has thirty three wineries, has several wineries just a few miles away. Five of them are located in the Mt Airy area. Ask us for recommendations or visit for listings of all the wineries.
Several quality golf courses are located only minutes from the cottage: Primland Golf Course, Meadows of Dan, VA, Cross Creek Country Club, Mt Airy, NC,
Property Manager
Sharon Poindexter
- Response rate:
- 90%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 25, 2018
About Sharon Poindexter
Ken Holdaway built this lovely cottage and the 6 acre lake. Ken has lived in Ararat, VA for over 40 years and is a hobby orchardist. His home and orchard is less than 1/4 miles from the cottage. Sharon Poindexter is his significant other and is managing this VRBO site. We love people and know that we will enjoy getting to know the visitors to this beautiful setting in our mountains. Also, since we are so close by, visits to the orchard house is very possible. At the orchard house you will see several kinds of animals (peacocks, chickens, Bengal cats, etc) in addition to all the trees. The orchard has several varieties of fruit trees. There are peach, apple, pear, plum, apricot, fig trees and many different kinds of berries.
Sharon Poindexter purchased this Cottage in 1995
What makes this Cottage unique
The most unique thing about the cottage is that it truly is away from it all. There is one neighbor that lives close enough to make you feel safe, for those who might not really want to be that far away from it all. You are still close to everything you need, groceries, gas, etc.
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
- Bedroom 11 queen, Master
- Bedroom 22 twin/ single, Loft
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
Location Type
- Mountain View
- RuralThis cottage property is very rural. It is located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. When you top the drive into the cottage, the view takes your breath away. Wonderful surprise.
- Waterfront
Theme
- Away From It All
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Air ConditioningCentral
- Clothes Dryer
- FireplaceGas
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- TelevisionThe TV local channels, but not satelite. There is no Internet. Service is too poor in our area.
Outside
- Balcony
- BoatPaddle boat
- Deck / Patio
- Kayak / Canoe
- Outdoor GrillGas grill
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- museums
- restaurants
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- antiquing
- bird watching
- horseshoes
- paddle boating
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- kayaking
- cycling
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- fishing
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- pier fishing
- rafting
- swimming
- water tubing
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
13 Reviews
Latest reviews
Perfect
The cabin was exactly what we were expecting plus more. The view was beautiful. Very quiet and relaxing atmosphere made for a perfect weekend.
Out standing.
We could not have asked for a better place and quiet and peaceful stay. Thank you so very much.
Fantastic!
Your sweet little cottage was exactly what we needed in a getaway! The cottage was clean and nicely decorated and had everything we needed! The mountains and pond were so beautiful and provided a relaxing atmosphere. My husband enjoyed fishing everyday while our daughter enjoyed taking the paddle boat out. This was also her first time paddle boarding which she loved! As for me I enjoyed sitting out on the deck whether wrapped up in a blanket or not! It was the perfect spot to read or just gaze at God's handiwork! Thank you for everything! We are already planning our next trip to your beautiful cottage!
The perfect place -Beautiful, peaceful view of lake and mountains!
My sisters and I took our mother to the cabin to celebrate her 90th birthday. When we were children, we spent several summers nearby at Raven Knob Boy Scout camp where my father was camp director and mother wanted to see the mountains again. She also likes to fish and enjoyed fishing in the pond. Sharon and Ken were wonderful hosts and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to their orchard as well as their thoughtful welcoming gifts- flowers, fresh eggs, apples, and even a Happy birthday banner! We had perfect mountain weather- sunny, cool, and breezy. It was a delightful birthday celebration that none of us will forget!
Great Guests...loved the birthday lady and wish her many, many more! Ken and I really enjoyed meeting them and showing them the orchard. The kitties loved them too!
We hope they will remember their stay at the cottage and return for visits often.
Sharon
Cute cabin!
Loved the view from the living room looking out to the lake and surrounding mountains. Having the lake access for fishing was awesome! We spent a lot of time catching and releasing small mouth bass and blue gill. Having the option to walk down to the small dock to fish was an added bonus! The reason I did not give a five star rating is because we were unaware of the cabin a few feet away from this one. We were under the impression it would be private with no other cabins around. However, the residence of the other cabin were no bother to us. It was just an unexpected surprise. Sharon was great to communicate back and forth with and very accommodating. It was neat to meet Ken and get some eggs and apples. They were yummy! His new rescue dog was friendly as well! All in all, this was a good trip. We had a good time and loved the view and lake. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your rental.
Perfect place to relax!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin! And the dogs REALLY enjoyed the stay. Such a great place to relax, just wish the weather had been a little better during our stay. Thanks so much to Sharon and Ken for the hospitality. We lived the fresh eggs and peaches. Highly recommend if you a craving peace and relaxation.