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Rustic Trailside Cabin: Near McAfee Knob, Roanoke

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Bedroom with large windows and soft lighting
Front view of the house surrounded by trees
Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances
Bathroom with walk-in shower and bright tile design
Reading nook with upholstered lounge chair

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Rustic Trailside Cabin: Near McAfee Knob, Roanoke

Summary:

Nestled in the heart of Catawba, VA, this charming 2-bedroom cabin offers a lovely nature-filled setting with easy access to the main road. Featuring handcrafted woodwork, warm interiors, and modern amenities, it strikes the perfect balance of comfort and rustic charm. A relaxed mountain retreat that’s still conveniently located for exploring the area.



The Space:

Situated amidst the verdant countryside of Catawba, this cabin is a testament to nature-infused living.



Living Area:

As you step inside, you're greeted by an open-concept living area. Rustic charm permeates the space with its pine floors, plush sofa and cozy armchairs that provide the perfect setting for relaxation. Ample windows flood the space with natural light during the day and offer views of the encompassing landscape.



Kitchen:

Adjacent to the living area, the compact yet fully-equipped kitchen boasts modern amenities amidst rustic decor. From stainless steel appliances to open shelving it's designed for convenience, ensuring guests can whip up meals with ease.



Bedrooms:

The cabin houses two inviting bedrooms:



Master Bedroom: This cozy room offers a comfortable queen-sized bed adorned with plush linens and soft pillows. Bedside tables with lamps, phone chargers, a wooden dresser, and a cozy reading nook by the window complete the room. Subdued lighting and soft-toned decor create a restful ambiance.



Secondary Bedroom: Slightly smaller but equally cozy, this room features a queen bed and dresser making it ideal for friends or kids. The decor echoes the cabin's rustic theme, with wooden furnishings and warm textiles.



Bathroom:

The cabin's bathroom marries functionality with aesthetics. We provide all the essentials. Soft towels, basic toiletries, and a large mirror ensure guests have everything they need for a refreshing experience.



Outdoor Space:

The cabin's charm extends outdoors with a wooden porch, furnished with table and chairs. Here, guests can revel in the surrounding woods, savor morning coffees, or indulge in evening stargazing. The property also offers a designated fire pit area, perfect for bonfires and marshmallow roasting.



In essence, this Catawba cabin melds the simplicity of woodland living with the comforts of a modern home, promising guests a rejuvenating stay enveloped by nature's beauty.



Guest Access:

Guests have use of the entire cabin (other than the basement).



Other Things to Note:

The cabin is walking distance to the McAfee Knob Trail Head. Dragons Tooth, Tinker Cliffs, North Mountain, Beliveue Winery, Tripple J Wedding Venue, Andy Lane Trail all within a few miles. A quick drive to the Roanoke Valley or bike ride over the mountain to Carvins Cove and the Roanoke Valley Greenway. The Catawba Cabin is ready to host your next outdoor adventure!



Reservations of 90 days or more require a signed lease agreement prior to the start of the stay. We will send this lease to you immediately after booking. Please message us if you are interested in reviewing this lease prior to booking.



Interaction with Guests:

We keep it easy and provide 24-hour contact-less check in with keyless entry. We live in Roanoke so we're a short drive away if needed.
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About the area

Catawba

Located in Catawba, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Salem Museum and Showtimers Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Valley View Mall and City Market Building. Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center and Richard Wetherill Visual Arts Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing, horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Catawba, VA

What's nearby

  • Dragons Tooth Trailhead - 3 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Roanoke College - 11 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center - 12 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark - 13 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Salem Civic Center - 13 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 23 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Catawba Farms Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Roanoke Moose Lodge #284 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sycamore Station - ‬9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very close to the trailheads and also Roanoke. Wonderfully updated cabin and very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Loved our stay. In town for wedding close by. We also got to take advantage of the trails near by. Everything we needed was provided and ower was very prompt to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We enjoyed our stay and would love to come back when we are in the area! Place had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend away. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

We enjoyed this cabin. The set up was great and very comfortable. Definitely will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Catawba

Clean, efficient and well furnished. Perfect location for mountain adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the clean and well-furnished space and found the location perfect for your mountain adventures. We’d be happy to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountain Getaway Close to Everything!

This property is a very convenient location to Roanoke and Salem, but is secluded enough you are away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. The property has been lovingly restored and has all modern amenities. Property manager was responsive and check-in was super easy. Great little mountain getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cabin

We had a great stay at this cabin while mountain biking and hiking in the area. It had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable and the atmosphere quiet. The location was 10 minutes from every where we needed to go. I would definitely recommend ot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin in convenient location

Nicely renovated old home with thoughtful small touches throughout! Very convenient to popular hiking trails. The trailhead of a connector to the Appalachian Trail and McAffee Knob is within a 5 minute walk. Also an easy drive into Roanoke/Salem for shopping and entertainment. We plan to stay here again the next time we're in the area. A great little gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to McAfee Knob, Tinker Cliffs & Dragon's Head trailheads. Loved the charm of the updated 1940's cottage (all modern conveniences). Easy scenic drives in all directions. Great coffee & food: Sycamore Station, Salem & Lemon & Vale Cakery, New Castle. See covered bridges near Newport & Dismal Falls. Easy scenic drive to Beartown Park, West Virginia, with awesome boardwalk thru stunning rock formations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking Haven

Cozy, neat and perfect location for recent AT section hike. Great for slack packing days around McAfee Knob and Dragon’s Tooth trail attractions. Playground in town was perfect for the grandkids play time. Close enough to enjoy the amenities of Daleville, Troutville and Roanoke. Only detractions were the lack of immediate food options in Catawba and the obstructive view of the oncoming traffic from the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Quiet in the Catawba Valley

We had a lovely month in what we called our little country house. It was far from rustic, with a lovely modern kitchen ad bathroom, attractive decor, and a wonderful yard which our dog, Max, loved. We were only about 20 minutes from downtown Roanoke and even closer to Salem. All in all we had a lovely time in the Catawba Valley.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place Near Virginia's Triple Crown

This house was perfect for our stay in Catawba. Some of us were hiking the nearby Appalachian Trail/Virginia Triple Crown. Some of us day hiked to Dragon's Tooth. The house was scrupulously clean and modern. So wonderfully quiet. The kitchen was well stocked and had a really nice knife set, making cooking so much easier. The beds, sofa, and chairs were very comfortable. The house was well stocked with soap, detergent, towels, etc. Very dog friendly. Outdoor spaces like the porch and fire pit were perfect. All of us including the dog loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was well equipped and they had pet blankets available to go over the furniture. We bring our own, but it was nice to have extra available. Our host was very responsive and overall we had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear you found the kitchen well equipped and appreciated the extra pet blankets. We know how important it is to make both our guests and their furry companions feel comfortable. It’s also great to hear that communication met your expectations and that you had an overall pleasant stay. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would be happy to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
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