Cabin

It's a place that attracts happiness.

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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The Cabin on the River at the Bare Farm
It's a place that attracts happiness!
...overlooking the Maury River
There's a fully equipped kitchen....
...facing a stone fireplace in the Main Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Place, Virginia Military Institute
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Horse Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Loft

1 King Bed

Main room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

It's a place that attracts happiness.

Locals know about the historic Bare Farm and its beloved Cabin on the River.
Many a wedding party has bumped down the dirt road to witness vows below its stained glass windows.
There have been festivities, a time or two.
Some folks tell the story of a dog that went tubing and a grandmother who parked herself on a lawn chair in the river to watch. There was a grandfather who danced till dawn, went home to feed the cows and hurried back to catch the last song.
Just 3 miles from historic Lexington, the Cabin sleeps 8, with two full size beds in one room, a queen size in the other, and a king size mattress on the floor in the loft.
There's a fully equipped kitchen facing a stone fireplace in the large main room.
There are old iron beds and hand made quilts. There's a glider on the porch where you might want to sit in the mornings to drink your coffee and watch the fog rise off the river.
Some say laughter still echoes through the trees.........


Peace and tranquility: If you are looking for a place to renew your spirit....the Cabin on the River at the Bare Farm is it.
Some say laughter still echoes through the trees..........

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 2 years old stay for free.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
We welcome pets; fee is $35 per stay .
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside - ashtrays provided on the porch

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stonewall Jackson House and Lee Chapel and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Boxerwood Gardens and Natural Bridge State Park. Virginia Safari Park and Stonewall Jackson Grave are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Military Institute - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Virginia Horse Center - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Washington and Lee University - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • VMI Museum - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is It's a place that attracts happiness. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at It's a place that attracts happiness.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at It's a place that attracts happiness.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is It's a place that attracts happiness. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Glen Maury Park, Southern Virginia University and Stonewall Jackson House. Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital and Stonewall Jackson Grave are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Dass N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and relaxing get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous surroundings. The cabin had all amenities needed and more. Highly recommend..
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cabin with a great view. Everything was quiet and serene. A perfect getaway. I highly recommend without any reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If heaven were on earth …I think we found it !My family and I had the most beautiful stay. The cabin, river and landscaping were gorgeous!!!Thank you kindly from my family to yours for your incredible hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Another wonderful stay

Just a really beautiful setting and comfortable cabin. Thanks for letting us stay again! Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

P R.

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

Family Weekend

Wonderful cabin and property on the river. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin, wildlife, rapids, and nature! step back in time and listen to perfect peace!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Devon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and the location was amazing (secluded but convenient to Lexington). The river view was outstanding and was fun to see the deer that basically walked right up to us. Unfortunately, due to the weather the stink bugs were overwhelming and we cut our time there short and elected to drive back home instead of staying the night. I realize this is out of the owners control, but a heads up would have been appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Happy Place

This was our 3rd vacation at this piece of paradise We love the peacefulness with the sound of the Maury River in the background and the view of the river from the porch! We will definitely be back in the Fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Peaceful

It was super nice to unplug from the modern world and relax watching the river flow by.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

Beautiful cabin on the river

Perfect for VMI weekends!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

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

Love the Little Cabin

Cozy and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

VMI weekend

Beautiful property..really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua b.

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

Amazing place

Will definitely come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA M.

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

Everything was perfect!!!

Perfectly located on the river. Beautiful scenery.Very calm and quiet. Beds very comfortable.Anything needed was there. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim C., New York, NY, USA

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

Paradise on the Maury River

Amazing stay at the Bare Farm cabin. The Nuckols were lovely, the place was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S., Lusby, MD

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

Relaxing rustic cabin

We had an amazing time at this well stocked, comfortable, cabin on the river. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Perfection

The setting and cabin were absolutely perfect. The drive through the farm to the cabin was beautiful, and we enjoyed seeing the horses and donkeys! We loved it so much that we reserved another 4 nights in October
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree P.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Beautiful cabin for a long weekend. We loved the sound of the water from the front porch. We even got to listen to a storm pass through.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Tison (Ti) S., Columbia and Pawleys Island, SC

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

Gorgeous Setting

There is not much not to like about this quaint comfortable cabin sitting above the Maury River! Dogs were in heaven! We loved everything about this place and had a wonderful time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Cabin in the woods

We enjoyed the quiet and the beautiful setting. We watched the birds in the morning and the deer in the evening. It was incredibly restful after a long drive from Ashville. We never saw the owners, but their emails and directions were spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

Perfect retrear

This cabin is an absolute slice of heaven! What a perfect to get away from the daily grind. It was great to disconnect from the world for a few days with our teenagers and enjoy life at the beautiful cabin on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Amazing!

A true cabin on the river experience From the drive down to the cabin through a working farm, to arrival, I can not say enough about how impressive this property is. Very special and truly authentic. A great escape from the DC area to be sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila W.

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

Piece of heaven

Love this place have stayed 3 times. My only complaint was the guy that cut the grass he was very rude not just messing up our peace and quite but just hateful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

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

Peaceful retreat

Location location location! Cabin was situated on a hill with clear view of the Maury river . Our dog ran and swam . Sat chairs in the river and since it was July laid down in the river to cool off. Quiet and peaceful. We will come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Owner/Manager Vicki Nuckols Kruse; Co-Host Jenniffer Brown

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