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Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers

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On the shores of Buffalo River in Nelson County, Virginia, this charming cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind to the soothing sounds of water flowing over boulders or explore nearby attractions like Wintergreen Resort and Crabtree Falls. With easy access to local breweries, you can unwind with a cold beer after lazy days spent lounging by the river.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers

Escape the city and unwind at our cozy 1-bedroom cottage nestled on 5 private acres along the scenic Buffalo River in Nelson County, Virginia. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a peaceful retreat, or an outdoor adventure, our cottage offers the perfect setting.

Private River Access: Enjoy fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the gentle waters of the Buffalo River.
Explore 5 acres of open fields and wooded acres, ideal for picnics, stargazing, or leisurely walks.
Relax on the porch with your morning coffee or evening wine, taking in the tranquil surroundings and sounds of nature.

While offering seclusion, the cottage is just a short drive from local wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and charming small towns.
We are perfectly located between Charlottesville and Lynchburg, Virginia. There are many area attractions just a short distance from our cottage such as Wintergreen resort, Infinity Downs, and Blue Mtn. Barrell House, Crabtree Falls, and Devil’s Backbone!

Let us share our small getaway with you! Come join us!

Hot words: Liberty University, University of Virginia, Sweet Briar College, Lynchburg University, Randolph College, Brew Ridge Trail, LOCK N, Wintergreen Resort, Nelson County, Amherst County, Camp Trapezeum, beer tours, wine tours, Appomattox Courthouse, Poplar Grove Golf Course, Winton Country Club, river, fishing, golf, waterfront.

Property manager

Lori & Todd

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Amherst, VA

What's nearby

  • Rebec Vineyards - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lovingston Winery - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Oak Ridge Estate - 24 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Sweet Briar College - 24 min drive - 30.8 km
  • James River State Park - 47 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Amherst Corner & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Brew Corner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ann's Family Resturant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tastee Treetz - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rebec Vineyards, James River and Blue Mountain Barrel House. Lovingston Winery and Winton Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Page P.

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

Loved it

This stay was just what I was looking for: simple process, clean, beautiful scenery, and peaceful :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Great experience

Great location, wonderful hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Kim and Matt

The place is so pretty, well stocked kitchen including coffee and essentials for guests, clean, screened in porch, creek side, lovely sound of moving water, fire pit with everything needed for your enjoyment. Not far from many hiking trails and breweries. Great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

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

Cabin on Tye River

This was the perfect spot to spend my birthday weekend with my husband. The cabin was beautiful and cozy. The river was peaceful. Great property and amazing hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

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

Another great weekend

This was our second stay at this great little getaway spot, and once again, it did not disappoint. Start to finish and top to bottom, everything about the house and property were perfect for what we wanted - a simple and quiet getaway with a chance to fully relax and enjoy life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint A.

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

Peaceful oasis

Lori and Todd were fantastic hosts! The house was super clean, the amenities were better than described, and this was the perfect bungalow for a weekend getaway. We will definitely look to stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It is small but has everything that we needed. The back porch overlooking the river is the shining star of this little gem. It's the perfect place to go to get away from it all and relax. Our hosts were very nice and welcoming. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

raymond p.

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

Quiet Restful Place

We enjoyed the view and watching the birds come by the bird feeder each day. We got some much needed rest and relaxation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

angela s., ohio

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

little details

Great place to say would stay again if in the area. Appreciated the attention to the little details!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hosts ad property were fantastic! My wife, son, and I had a relaxing and recharging weekend stay here on the river. We hiked crabtree falls, and from there the only entertainment we needed was listening to the sounds of the river behind us as we enjoyed our stay. The home was cozy, the screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee and late night talking, and the backyard feels like its own campground, where you can fish, wade in the river, and cook s'mores over the campfire. It was a very peaceful and relaxing bungalo, and everything we needed to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela a.

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

Beautiful place to relax!

My husband and I wanted to get away to relax. Lori and Todd went above and beyond...gave us so much info on places to go. Had several storms and river was high, but Todd gave my husband a lot of info on fishing spots nearby. House is perfect and the large screened porch was perfect! We would highly recommend and plan to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan U.

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

Cottage

It was quiet, serene, scenery was beautiful. Those four days were not enough. We especially enjoyed the screen in porch. We would consider renting the cottage again, it is a gem, tucked in the forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Buffalo River

This little bungalow was just what I needed for a nice quiet getaway. I will be back. A great experience. I can’t wait to bring my family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Crozet, VA

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

Wonderful stay at the bungalow

My husband and I stayed had a great weekend stay at the bungalow. It was very clean and peaceful. The screened in porch is great for the hot and buggy Virginia summers. The central AC and wifi were also a treat. One thing to note is that if you are driving back at night make sure you have your GPS on, the road is dark and winding and you can easily miss the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Peaceful

My wife and I have a great stay. The pictures do not do the property justice. The screened back porch is huge, overlooking the backyard down to the river. The house itself was immaculate clean, comfortable, and well appointed. The location offers peace and quiet, with easy access to nearby hiking and breweries. We may have to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
From the moment you arrive on the well treed property you feel like you’re in a little bit of paradise. The back of the property leads down to the river flowing by and the sound of the water rushing over the rocks gives a very pleasant place to relax next to the fire pit. The well appointed bungalow is wonderfully appointed with a fishing and outdoor theme and it’s so comfortable and inviting. Makes you just want to move in. Lori and Todd we’re so easy to contact by phone or text just to give a heads up of our arrival and departure. Everything could not have gone smoother or better. I couldn’t recommend this place anymore than to say I would gladly go back there every weekend! Dr. Rick
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Great!

Perfect for a getaway from the city!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danita H.

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

Memories

Fireflies, smores, and a tranquil stream created an atmosphere for both me and my grandchild. What a beautiful place to explore and make memories together!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline B.

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

The River House

Beautiful property and perfect little house with large and very comfortable screened in porch for taking in the river view if you’re not sitting around the fire pit. Convenient location to whatever your wanting to do. The host provides five star service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Great Riverside get away

We stayed here for our wedding anniversary and loved sitting by the fire listening to the river babble away! The back porch/deck is the place to be as well. It's close to nearby eateries, breweries/wineries and just what we needed to get away from it all. Owners were super nice and very responsive to questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty N.

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

Peaceful getaway

We enjoyed the time we spent at your property. The screened-in porch was my favorite place. I loved listening to the river and God's nature as I sat out there. I even took a nap on the porch on Sunday! The place was very clean and perfect for my husband and I. Thank you, Lori and Todd, for sharing your property with us. God bless you both!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Much Needed Relaxation

Our family stayed here for a few days to take a break and just relax. The house is located quite a ways off the main road, but it's worth the drive once you get there. The house is very quiet and peaceful, and the back porch is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee, eat dinner, or play games. I truly enjoyed my morning coffee on the porch as I listened to the sounds of nature. We went tubing with James River Runners, which is about an hour away and explored Appomattox Court House, which is about 30 minutes away. The rest of the time we just relaxed at the house and played games or relaxed. The house is clean and some drinks/snacks are provided. There are also several games and movies available. We had a great time and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Amazing weekend getaway

My husband and I had a wonderful weekend getaway for our 1 year wedding anniversary! The house was beautiful, clean, and peaceful. Would definitely go back for some more r&r
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Honeymoon

We had a wonderful stay. We were looking for somewhere quite to unplug and the bungalow was just that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

weekend get away

Very cosy, great front porch. We spent most of our time on the front porch watching the water and geese.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022