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Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses
Family-friendly cottage in Bedford
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5 1450 sq ft
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Explore the area

Bedford, VA
- Place, Peaks of Otter Winery4 min drive
- Place, Peaks of Otter Visitor Center14 min drive
- Place, National D-Day Memorial17 min drive
- Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses
Located on a 200+ year old farm at the foot of the majestic Peaks of Otter, this cottage is perfect for a countryside getaway. Enjoy porch swinging from our newly, custom built pergola while enjoying panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway and overlooking our large 3 acre pond. Horse Lover? You’ll love looking over our horse pasture towards our large pond where catch and release fishing is allowed! Are you an avid hunter? This would be your dream spot to stay. We have a walk-in game cooler, meat processing area and deer skinning shed available on-site. Minutes away from the National Forest.
We are conveniently located 15 minutes from the town of Bedford, 10 minutes to the Peaks of Otter Lodge and Campgrounds, 30 minutes to Lynchburg and Liberty University, 45 minutes to Roanoke, 30 minutes to Smith Mountain Lake. We are 5 minutes from the Peaks of Otter Winery and 10 minutes from Gross’s Orchard - both worth exploring for a true sense of this area. The town of Bedford is home to the National D-Day Memorial and is bursting with lots of quality Arts & Antiques in our quaint downtown area. Other day trips worth the visit include Appomattox where the Civil War ended, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Monticello at UVA, Natural Bridge of VA, Train Museum and Taubman Art Museum in Roanoke and Liberty Mountain’s Snowflex Centre.
Our Cottage Features:
• Newly remodeled
• Large, fully stocked kitchen
• Master bedroom with king size bed
• Guest bedroom with queen size bed
• 1 full bathroom with shower/tub
• Cozy living room area with large tv and dvd player
• Outside Dining/Relaxing Area
• Screened In Porch
• Towels & Sheets Provided at no additional cost
Also available on the farm for an additional fee is our large barn designed for large gatherings, equipped with a ballroom floor, lighting, tables, chairs and much more. Perfect for a rustic wedding, family reunion, birthday celebration, or an anniversary surprise!
We are conveniently located 15 minutes from the town of Bedford, 10 minutes to the Peaks of Otter Lodge and Campgrounds, 30 minutes to Lynchburg and Liberty University, 45 minutes to Roanoke, 30 minutes to Smith Mountain Lake. We are 5 minutes from the Peaks of Otter Winery and 10 minutes from Gross’s Orchard - both worth exploring for a true sense of this area. The town of Bedford is home to the National D-Day Memorial and is bursting with lots of quality Arts & Antiques in our quaint downtown area. Other day trips worth the visit include Appomattox where the Civil War ended, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Monticello at UVA, Natural Bridge of VA, Train Museum and Taubman Art Museum in Roanoke and Liberty Mountain’s Snowflex Centre.
Our Cottage Features:
• Newly remodeled
• Large, fully stocked kitchen
• Master bedroom with king size bed
• Guest bedroom with queen size bed
• 1 full bathroom with shower/tub
• Cozy living room area with large tv and dvd player
• Outside Dining/Relaxing Area
• Screened In Porch
• Towels & Sheets Provided at no additional cost
Also available on the farm for an additional fee is our large barn designed for large gatherings, equipped with a ballroom floor, lighting, tables, chairs and much more. Perfect for a rustic wedding, family reunion, birthday celebration, or an anniversary surprise!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Unless discussed with owner, no pets are allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside of the cottage.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bedford
Bedford is home to this cottage. Jefferson National Forest and Gross Orchard reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include A Goode View Alpaca Farm and Butterflies at the Bridge. Travelling with kids? Consider Natural Bridge Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Botetourt Sports Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.

Bedford, VA
What's nearby
- Peaks of Otter Winery - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
- Gross Orchard - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
- Peaks of Otter Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
- National D-Day Memorial - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
- Falling Creek Park - 19 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lj's Creations - 15 min drive
- Olde Liberty Station - 14 min drive
- Bella Italia - 18 min drive
- Peaks of Otter Winery - 7 min drive
- Clam Diggers - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Mayhew

My father-in-law purchased this farm in 1978 where he and wife, Margaret raised my husband and his brother. Margaret and Tony still reside in the large farmhouse which is located just a short distance from the property. My husband, myself and our three children live “over the pond and through the woods” from the cottage. As the more tech savvy one between the two of us, I manage the online reservations while Tony typically enjoys being hands-on with anything that’s needed during your stay. Feel free to contact either of us! We always love to get to know our visitors!
Why they chose this property
The farm was once a full working dairy farm, dating over 200 years old. Up until last year, we have rented this cottage as a long-term rental. We are pleased to now offer the cottage as short-term rental where visitors to the area can enjoy a home such as ours.
What makes this property unique
The peacefulness that our property brings is something you can't find many other places. As you swing under our pergola or sit around the fire pit and listen to the sounds around you, one can imagine what the farm would have looked like so many years ago. We are a history lover's dream!
Languages:
English
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