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On The Trail

Holiday home in Damascus with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Bathroom
Living area
Exterior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Damascus, VA
  • Place, Virginia Creeper Damascus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
  • Place, Appalachian State University
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

On The Trail

This Creeper Trail Cottage is steps away from the VA Creeper Trail, fishing with multiple rivers and a relaxing space for the entire family. This two bedroom and one and a half bath has plenty of open space. Just outside of Damascus there are plenty of outdoor options. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the beautiful mountains surrounding Taylors Valley.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Damascus

Damascus is home to this holiday home. Heritage Hall Theater and Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appalachian Heritage Distillery and Scenic View Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fred Selfe Stadium or Fullerton Field. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling and hiking.
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Damascus, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grayson Highlands State Park - 34 min drive - 29.0 km
  • South Holston Lake - 35 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol - 58 min drive - 69.0 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 60 min drive - 77.8 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Damascus Brewery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Bear - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Damascus Old Mill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Damascus Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Coffee & Cream - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at On The Trail?

As of 20 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On The Trail on 21 Nov, 2025 start from S$202.84, 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 On The Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On The Trail?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On The Trail located?

Situated in Damascus, this holiday home is steps away from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and Jefferson National Forest. Virginia Creeper Damascus is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifullly appointed house in a quiet, rural setting. The house was immaculately clean, with comfortable furnishings and outstanding linens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, warm home. Very cozy and beautiful! Very accommodating and easy to work with!! Def is a super host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Art A.

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

Very nice!

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and well-equipped. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a charming house. It was well appointed and very comfortable. Fully stocked with dishware, silverware, pots and pans. Beds were extremely comfortable with luxury linens. I would recommend this house to 2 couples or 1 couple with children. A note- you cannot access the Virginia Creeper Trail on bikes from the house. This should be noted in the description.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalice R.

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

One night stay

Great stay, easy to find and quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Charming house!!

This little house was very charming. It was quite spacious for its size and just what my wife and I needed for my families reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Sweet stay

This is such a lovely little house. The setting is idyllic with a stream just across the street, and the house itself is so well cared for and thoughtfully furnished. I would love to come back with my husband for a weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

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

Amazing stay—exactly as described!

Great little house. Gorgeous interior (I love the exposed beams!). We felt safe in the area, neighbor was super friendly & invited us by to see his turkeys! Definitely in the “middle of nowhere” in the best possible way! WiFi worked great, host communication was almost immediate. Stayed here for one night to drop our daughter off at college!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim U.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed the overnight in Taylor’s Valley. Got to explore the current state of the Creeper trail. The house and all accommodations were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desirae C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, quiet neighborhood

We had an enjoyable time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelia H.

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

Great stay

Really enjoyed our stay. Good location for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Amazing Rental

We loved staying at this property. Our stay was short but we will definitely be coming back. We came for work in Mountain City and its only a short distance from there! The property is back in the woods off the beaten path but appeared to be in a safe area. It was super spacious and clean with a great porch in the back. The owners were also very responsive to my inquiries and questions and even got the property ready early for an early check-in. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great little house

Home was exactly as described. Good for a couple or two couples without kids. The drive back would be a little tough after dark as it’s a few windy miles off of the main highway and about 10 minutes from downtown Damascus. Would book again if we were visiting Damascus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

K H.

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

Great stay!!

The house was great! It was cozy, cute and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Very nice rental

Property was very clean Kitchen had everything we needed. The Christmas tree & decorations were a very nice touch as we stayed on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. Lovely home that I’d stay at again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary M.

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

Cozy House

The house is so cozy and homelike. From the creek across the road to the gas fireplace to the Christmas decorations, my son and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would 100% stay here again and for much longer than a single night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Y.

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

Road Trip to Harrisonburg VA

We found On the Trail to be cozy, comfortable & homey. Everthing was clean & well stocked. If we should pass this way again, we would choose On the Trail. Water pressurelow!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emily V.

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

Cute little place

The place was cute and clean. Easy to get to and had everything you would need. Only issue was the water pressure was very low so you couldn’t take a shower. Overall, I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie V.

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

Lovely stay

This house is beautiful. It is decorated beautiful, it is cozy, and the beds are comfy. It has everything you need for your stay. We will return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

convenient location and a sweet spot

loved the house! was perfect for our family of 4. across the street neighbor was super friendly too and let our kiddos check out the turkeys, ha! definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine w.

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

Creepers Trail Home Away From Home

This house is amazing. You could ride the trail to the Creepers Trail Cafe and it is right behind it really! This is a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Great spot!

We came for the Creeper. We did the Abington/Damascus section twice. Cozy house! Super clean! My daughter kept smelling the soaps and commenting on how sweet it was. A on everything but water pressure (which would be a D) We stayed dirty and biked again the next morning. It was absolutely perfect for us! Thanks Gabe!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Nice house

Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The propertywas very nice, clean and well stocked with essentials like coffee and hot chocolate. The towels wer very soft and fluffy. Loved that there was a hair dryer there! Also nice to have an onsite washing machine and dryer. Loved having a bathroom for my husband and I and our son had the half bath to just need to use our bathroom for showering. Only negative there was no cell service there on the property. We could text and get online, but no cell service for making a call. That would have been nice to know before we got there. Also had to go to the community center to get the key code once we got to the property because there was no cell service and we could not yet connect in the house. Overall, nice place, very quiet and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Wonderful Home in the Mountains

We appreciated this beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable home! There were so many nice touches (e.g., complimentary coffee, bottles of water, a bottle of wine, a bowl fresh fruit, and more) and the host was responsive to our needs. We wish we could have stayed longer and hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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Hosted by Gabe Long

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