The Happy Rooster is a 1,254sqft super cute cottage, newly remodeled, nestled in the rolling hills of Franklin County, by Smith Mountain Lake. Great wifi! Brand new 7 person hot tub! Enjoy various fruit trees in front yard during season. Spacious porch to enjoy sunrise, sunset and the sounds of nature. Both kids and adults love to enjoy the interaction amongst the vast array of farm animals including chickens, horses and miniature cows. Spend the evening by the firepit or inside playing one of the numerous games available for all. Relish on a mile or two peaceful stroll, surrounded by farms to the end of the cul-de-sac. 10 minutes from Smith Mountain Lake, 15 minutes to Rocky Mount. 10 minutes to Blackwater Junction and the Salt Spa. Within 20 minutes of Copper Cove Golf Course & Waters Edge Golf Course. 18minutes to Harvester Performance Center, 10 minutes to Magnum Point Marina. Also enjoy several spas and wineries in the area.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Place max 5 towels in wash machine and start load.
Leave used beds unmade.
Clean all dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Property # 3331672vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Glade Hill
Located in Glade Hill, this cottage is in a rural area. Harvester Performance Center and Booker T. Washington National Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pelican Point Yacht Club and Palmer's Marina. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Harvester Performance Center - 13 min drive - 19.1 km
Gilly's Park - 14 min drive - 19.7 km
Palmer's Marina - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
Getting around
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Napoli Cowboy Restaurant - 21 min drive
Magnum Point Restaurant - 10 min drive
Magnum Point Marina - 10 min drive
The Greeks - 18 min drive
The Johnson Compound at Smith Mountain Lake - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub!?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub! on 29 Aug, 2026 start from S$350, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Private Farm Cottage surrounded fields, farm animals, mountain views & hot tub! located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pelican Point Yacht Club and Palmer's Marina. Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital and The Zone are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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We only stayed one night but it was a great place to "get away" without having to travel for hours and hours. Very peaceful and the animals were a joy, as was the hot tub!
This property was the perfect place for my lady and I to stay for a fun little weekend getaway- the house is clean, cozy and modern, with great amenities, the hosts are friendly and quick to respond to any questions we had, and the farm setting is beautiful. It was the only time that I have ever had a morning coffee on the front porch with emus right there to keep us company.
This place was exactly what we needed for a short weekend. The hot tub was great! The animals were really fun. We had a great time feeding the emu crackers. The house is super clean and decorated beautifully
This property was perfect! A very peaceful getaway in the country surrounded by many varied and beautiful animals. The house was spotless and better than described. Words can’t describe our satisfaction. 10/10
The Happy Rooster was clean, well stocked and enjoyed by our family of 5. Owners were very helpful and quickly responded to questions and requests.
A top place on our list.
My family and I enjoyed our stay at the Happy Rooster. The home and property were clean and nicely kept & we enjoyed seeing the chickens in the morning. We were looking forward to seeing the horses and sheep but other then that we loved every part of our visit.
LaQuesha W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2023
Hi LaQuesha, we are so glad you guys enjoyed your stay at The Happy Rooster:)
The sheep and horses roam the fields, so sorry if you happened to have missed them. Next time we can give you guys a tour of the whole farm to see even more animals. Looking forward to having you guys again:)
My two friends and I came for a long weekend, and it was perfect. The hosts were so helpful and easy to communicate with and were very thoughtful about our trip.
The house was beautiful with lots of new appliances and so clean. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a get away!
We stayed here for my daughter's bachlorette weekend with her two friends and we had a really nice time!! Katherine even came down so we could pet the horses! The cabin was clean and had everything we needed for our cozy, mostly stay in, weekend. Thank you!!
My husband and I stayed for a few days between Christmas and New Years. Although the weather was not ideal, we thoroughly enjoyed our vacation! The rooms were very comfortable and spacious, the kitchen was perfectly equipped for cooking the delicious local produce, and the bathroom was luxurious. Everyone we met was extremely friendly and we loved learning about the farm. We would look forward to staying here again or visiting the other BNB location at Smith Mountain. Thanks to the hosts for allowing us to stay with you!!
Great weekend!! The home is so clean & beautiful!! The area is so beautiful & relaxing!! Property owners were so kind & quick to respond to any questions. We had the best weekend stay here & would highly recommend!! Will be coming back in the future!! :)
Our family came across the Happy Rooster when looking for a place to stay when booking a last minute trip to come to my hometown. Being from Franklin County, I know the area well and can tell you the Happy Rooster is in a very ideal location to get to Rocky Mount, Smith Mountain Lake, or even Ferrum. Attention to detail sets this place a part, Kathryn & Tommy knew we were getting in late and made sure there were lights on in the house for when we arrived. Additionally, the home is well decorated, very very clean, and provides everything you need for your stay. ALRIGHT, the truth....the Happy Rooster comes with added bonuses!! The animals on the farm! We didn't book the Happy Rooster because of this (it was more about the location) BUT we are SO GLAD we did. Our teenage girls got off their phones and went outside to pet the bunnies, the horses, and speak to the Happy Rooster himself. My only wish is that we could have spent more time on the farm. Thank you Happy Rooster for making this family of 4 very HAPPY indeed!
Danielle O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2023
Hi Danielle,
Thank you so much for the kind words. It was such a pleasure hosting you and your family. You guys left the house so clean and were so respectful to our home. We hope you guys get to come back when you have more time to visit the animals on the farm. Best wishes, Kathryn & Tommy
About the host
Hosted by Tommy & Kathryn Yerkey
My wife Kathryn and I are from Smith Mountain Lake, we love to travel and find ways to make our short term rentals the best experience a guest can have. We want our guests to feel like they are home, and for them to create beautiful memories. We currently have two short term rentals: The Happy Rooster and Westlake Getaway. Each of them are uniquely different from a lake experience to farm animal experience. Both homes are private where guests can feel safe, and allow their family and friends to have fun and relax. We are only a short distance away and are always available when a guest reaches out.
Why they chose this property
Westlake Getaway -we chose as it is right in the heart of Smith Mountain Lake, has a lake feel with being .5 mile from the lake itself. It is in a very safe neighborhood and has plenty of room for families and friends to enjoy.
The Happy Rooster- we chose as it is on our farm and we wanted others to enjoy the peaceful surrounds of privacy, nature, animals, mountain & field views.
What makes this property unique
Westlake Getaway is unique because of all the activities to do inside the home, the peaceful screened-in porch where everyone loves to gather in and the hot tub. All beds are super comfortable, new furniture, and we make sure the home is very clean.
The Happy Rooster is unique because of the privacy, animals and peace it offers everyone. The furniture is new, beds super comfy and very clean. Our returning guests tell us it is because of the unique experience the Happy Rooster has to offer.
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