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Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.

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Front porch with rockers and porch swing.
Living room with gas logs.
Living area
Interior
Kitchen.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Buchanan, VA
  • Place, Buchanan Swinging Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilson Warehouse / Community House
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Safari Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.

The Squirrels Nest is a quaint, historic log cabin overlooking the James River in Buchanan, Virginia. It is available as a vacation rental with a two (2) night minimum stay. There are three bedrooms and two baths and can accommodate up to six (6) guests. Bedroom 1 has a double bed, Bedroom 2 has a queen bed and Bedroom 3 has two twin beds. The Kitchen is fully equipped and there is a large flat screen TV in the living room. Covered picnic area at the rear of the property overlooking the river and Town of Buchanan.
The Squirrels Nest is located near many local attractions that are within walking distance such as Antiques shopping, the swinging bridge, fishing, canoeing, tubing and kayaking on the James River. Other attractions not too far away include The Natural Bridge, Safari Park, and Zoo. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail and numerous hiking or biking trails. We are located thirty minutes from Downtown Roanoke and Downtown Lexington.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Property # 482749vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Buchanan

Buchanan is home to this cabin. Blue Ridge Vineyard and Peaks of Otter Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Butterflies at the Bridge and Natural Bridge State Park. Virginia Safari Park and Natural Bridge Zoo are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Buchanan, VA

What's nearby

  • Buchanan Swinging Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wilson Warehouse / Community House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Virginia Safari Park - 21 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Berglund Center - 38 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Liberty University - 55 min drive - 79.5 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Foot of the Mountain Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Star Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Good Times Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River. located?

Situated in Buchanan, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Buchanan Swinging Bridge and James River. Jefferson National Forest and Wilson Warehouse / Community House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

melisa f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and great location if you want to explore the area. Host was extremely responsive to any question and so easy to book with. Buchanan was a very friendly and welcoming town with a lot of charm. Definitely recommend and would rebook if returning to this part of Virginia.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this cabin was perfect for my stay. Perfect weekend, all amenities, and learning about the family history was an added bonus.Highly recommend for relaxation
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was well stocked and it was a very comfortable cabin. We enjoyed our stay very much and the host was very accommodating. The cabin really has the charm of an older one. Thanks again for allowing us to stay and enjoy for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy F.

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

Roanoke visit for USA cycling nationals

Nice location and great little cabin. We really enjoyed our time at the Squirrels Nut.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great even the band playing at the tavern near by not so loud that it kept the babies awake but enough that we could sit outside and enjoy it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Annette R.

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

Squirrels Nest

Great place to stay,
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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

Good weekend stay

Nice little cabin, well appointed. Host was very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabrielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The cabin is very cozy and clean with lots of nice decor and comfortable furniture, pillows, blankets, beds, etc. The main concern we had initially was when we noticed that the property is not waterfront as the ad indicated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN M.

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

Great location

Close to downtown and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Cabin

Quaint, historic property that was perfect for our short stay. Well stocked with essential items needed for stay in bathrooms & kitchen. Outdoor seating area and front porch sitting area. Small country store right across the street and very close to downtown restaurants & shopping. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Weekend River Trip

Fantastic place, incredibly close to the river for a little adventure, and has every amenity you could want. Would definitely stay again in the future!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
We are so pleased that you had a great experience staying with us. We hope you will think of us again when you want a little fun on the river.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Get away

We enjoyed our visit to Buchanan and this place allowed us to relax and be comfortable. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Quaint

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Historical

The house and town are historic and cute. Swinging bridge within walking distance and leads into the town. 15 min drive from Natural Bridge. 30 min drive from Roanoke.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The location is good for site seeing and a cute town. The cabin is not a river view at all there is no access to even view the river from the cabin. The owner is very passionate about the house. Over all it was a good experience the house is bigger than ur expected however the pictures on the site for the house is very misleading.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WiFi was not consistent, dropped in and out alot. Thunderstorm took out power as well. Location was very quaint as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie Ann B.

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

Labor day weekend

Very cute cabin in small town. Really enjoyed the short distance to the james river where we were able to fish and float. Lots of restaurants and stores near by to get extra supplies we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Fun weekend

Very comfortable and cozy. Had every thing we needed for a 3 day visit to VMI.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Neat House In Buchanan

We had a great stay at the Squirrel's Nest (thankfully, no sign of them in the house.) Three bedrooms and two baths were perfect for we three fisherman. Enjoyed the river and the historic town. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beau N.

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

Great property

This is a great cabin in a great location. A very short drive to a beautiful downtown with plenty of food, music, and outdoor venues. This property overlooks the train tracks and the James River, as well as the weekend we stayed there was a civil war re-enactment right across the river that we were able to watch, overall a great property and a great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole W.

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

Charming

Squirrel's Nest is an absolutely charming cottage in a quaint town. Great location & perfect for our needs. We only stayed a weekend, to attend the Sounds of the Mountains storytelling festival at nearby Camp Bethel. We hope to go back when we can stay longer, to see more of the town & surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed here for the Chessie trail marathon. Everything in Lexington is crazy expensive and this place was reasonable and right off the interstate and only about 25 min from Lexington. Cool old cabin, very clean. Not much to do in Buchanan but you aren’t far from Lexington, natural bridge state park an other interesting things. Neighbors dogs are annoying but that’s not the cabin owners fault. Train tracks close by but train doesn’t run after about 9pm so didn’t interfere with sleep. Plenty of parking with a circle driveway. Other houses around are somewhat junkie but nothing unsafe. If I’m ever in the area again would stay at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexa C.

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

Quaint Cabin, beautiful views

The property was completely adequate for our needs. Despite its small size, there was plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. There were some small repairs that could have been made and some spiderwebs to be cleared. Also the trains running a few hundred feet away were a bit loud. Overall though, we enjoyed our stay and the scenery was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

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

Squirrel’s Nest

A charming cottage with everything we needed to be comfortable. The town was welcoming and the area is quite beautiful. The host, Faye, is lovely and very attentive (our TV remote needed batteries and she quickly took care of it😁). We will definitely want to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

Weekend softball tournament

We stayed in town for a softball tournament and the house was perfect for our group. Home was very clean and comfortable! The guys enjoyed walking down to the river and fishing between games. It was a fun weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Faye Hambrick or Debbie Rickman

Host profile image
My mother purchased this little cabin after extensive renovations were done in 2006. She lived and loved this home and enjoyed showing it off to anyone who wanted to come in and see until her passing in November 2012. Wanting to keep the home in the family we have decided to follow in her memory of sharing this home with others and make it available for others to enjoy. Her name was Shirley and the grandchildren called her grandma Squirrel. Hence the name Squirrels Nest.

What makes this property unique

This home was originally located on the Blue Ridge Parkway and many years ago was moved to its current location by a mule drawn wagon. The home is now on the National Registry of Historic Places.
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