Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter

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A sign for Apple Valley Homeplace with a gravel path leading to a house.
A dining room with a round table, six wooden chairs, a chandelier, a green curtain, a vintage radio, and a sign reading "Natural Farming The Apple House Kitchen".
A cozy living room with a TV, comfortable seating, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace.
A two-story white house with a front porch, a satellite dish, and a small shed to the left.
A bedroom with a large bed, dresser, chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Jefferson National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub
  • Living area
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Bedford, VA
  • Place, Gross Orchard
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jefferson National Forest
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter

The Home Place is a two story, six room home, surrounded by the Gross Family Apple and Peach Orchards in Apple Valley Virginia. You will be thrilled with the breath-taking view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including Bedford’s famous twin Peaks of Otter.
Come and enjoy this three bedroom getaway with a large living room, dining room, kitchen, bath and porch. It is completely furnished for your enjoyment, any season of the year.
You may hike the trails through the apple and peach orchards and enjoy the fruit from the trees in season, or relax in the afternoon on the porch. The Apple Valley Country Store is nearby.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3214281vb
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gross Orchard and Jefferson National Forest. Claytor Nature Study Center and Peaks of Otter Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Welcome to Apple Valley VA - Minutes from the Peaks of Otter Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint old farmhouse. Only has 1 bathroom not 2 which was challenging with 5 people. Beautiful location at the base of Peaks of Otter on a working Apple Orchard. Beds are doubles, not queens. Overall, a lovely experience, just temper your expectations for a Quaint Old Farmhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Apple Valley Homeplace was wonderful. The three bedrooms were rather large and the beds were comfortable. The house was cozy and just what you'd expect. The back porch was nice, and gave a terrific view of the orchard. Staying on site at the orchard was the highlight, being able to walk the orchards was so much fun. During the day we picked apples and peaches after purchasing a bucket from the store on the property. The Homeplace was located very close to the Peaks of Otter and Bedford, VA. Just a few minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway. This place is truly a hidden gem. Our family loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location if you're trying to do Sharp Top and Natural Bridge in a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay as always! Looking forward to our stay in the spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Thanksgiving getaway

Awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This house has a large living kitchen area which is very nice for groups. It is convenient to the Peaks of Otter and has a lovely view of the Peaks in the front. It's location in the middle of an apple orchard is lovely. While the house was clean the stove, and, in particular, the oven were not. The only bathroom is off the kitchen some distance from any of the bedrooms. The beds appeared to be doubles, not queens, and the mattresses were not great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always special

This home is a wonderful place to stay, beautiful views, amazing hosts, lovely area with many adventures and memories to make. We can't wait to come back!
Sunrise over the orchard
Sunrise over the orchard
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Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most peaceful vacation I have had in a long time. My grandson love exploring the orchard and riding his bike with his dad . Felt like we were visiting family. Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Apple Valley

Great place and great location. Beautiful apple orchards. Close to Peaks of Otter.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect setting

Beautiful farmhouse set in the middle of the orchard at the foothills of Peaks of Otter. Quiet and peaceful and Ronnie was so helpful and kind. Loved the farm store too. Hope to come back to visit again! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice! Very clean! Lots of room. Wish it had 2 bathrooms. But we made do. Loves the Apple and peach orchard!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Summer stay in Bedford

We always love staying at the Homeplace it is like being at home but while on vacation. It's comfortable it has all of the amenities that are needed and it is centrally located to all the activities that we find fun, hiking, Swimming at Smith Mountain lake, going to winery's meaderys etc. and the beauty that surrounds the house and the orchard just can't be beat. Thank you to the Gross family for always making our stay warm and welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this property for a weekend stay. Flew up from Florida. At check in time still hadn't heard from owner. Messaged and tried to call multiple times over the next 4 hours. VRBO support was unable to help. Only ended up going to the house because the owner called as VRBO was cancelling the reservation. House has double beds, not queen. House has one bathroom in the kitchen, not 2. Power went out for hours one day along with the water and the heat. Woke up to people working in the orchard not 20 feet from the house one day. Not good for my wife and daughters. Probably the most disappointed we've ever been in a rental. VRBO said they would recommend to the owner a partial refund. Did not hear anything about it, nor any apology for making us sit in a rental car for hours waiting to hear from them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apple Valley Homeplace

We needed a place for family to gather while coming and going from Lynchburg and Liberty University. The size of the home and the setting were great! We had plenty of elbow room and loved seeing the goats and donkey and a wonderful walk through the orchard. The drive into Lynchburg was easier than expected, but this location is definitely off the beaten path and meant once you get back to the house you stay. The bathroom needs some TLC and upkeep. This is definitely an older farmhouse feel and just needs a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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