Gorgeous Mountain Home in Highland County, VA

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Place, Green Bank Telescope
Place, Cass Scenic Railroad
Place, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3rd Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Corner Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Pullout Sofabed

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Tucked away in the northwest VA mountains is a very special place - Highland County, VA. Our house is located in Mill Gap, VA; Less than 1 hour to Snowshoe Ski Resort and 35 min. To the Homestead Resort. Highland is the least populated county in VA and is known as Virginia's "Little Switzerland". Monterey, VA is also the home to the Highland County Maple Festival two weekends every March - https://highlandcounty.org/events/maple-festival/
Our 3 bedroom, 2 bath home was built in 2002 and is less than 20 Min. south of Monterey, VA. The amazing, incredibly sunny and relaxing great room has walls faced with chestnut timbers and stone fireplace from our family's original 1800's homestead. Modern kitchen and appliances, and WIFI. HUGE front deck and porch swing. Fish pond/water garden. Incredibly quiet and peaceful, and easily accessible from Charlottesville, VA (2 hours), Washington, DC. (3.75 hours) and less than 1 hour to the Homestead and Snowshoe Resorts. Local activities:
- Nearby hiking, biking and exploring in the Shenandoah and Monongahela Nat'l Forests.
- Recent travel blog post: https://thechelseaholden.wixsite.com/cuppachels/post/virginia-is-for-lovers-for-loving
- A Day trip for Golf or visit the Spa at the Homestead Resort (34 mi.) - https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/homestead-virginia/golf
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/homestead-virginia/wellness
- Skiing at Snowshoe and Homestead Resorts
Other nearby points of interest - Cass Scenic Railway, Green Bank Observatory, and Lake Moomaw. Nature abounds in this truly scenic part of VA.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Teenage Children OK - 13+

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Monterey

Located in Monterey, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cass Scenic Railroad and Cass Railroad Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at George Washington National Forest and Piney Mountain State Game. NRAO Science Center and Green Bank Observatory 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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What's nearby

Green Bank Observatory - 45 min drive - 50.3 km
Green Bank Telescope - 46 min drive - 50.6 km
Cass Scenic Railroad - 47 min drive - 52.0 km
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park - 49 min drive - 52.7 km
Warm Springs Pools - 59 min drive - 74.2 km

Getting around

Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 100 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Mountain Home in Highland County, VA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Mountain Home in Highland County, VA?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Mountain Home in Highland County, VA?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Gorgeous Mountain Home in Highland County, VA located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from George Washington National Forest and within 25 miles (40 km) of Maple Museum and Greenbrier River. Sugar Tree Country Store and Warm Springs Pools are also within 25 miles (40 km).

About the host

Hosted by Steve Fore

I was born and raised in Virginia and have resided in Charlottesville, VA with my 2 children for the past 20 years. I am an avid traveler and love the outdoors, hiking, exploring, any beach, cooking and food.

Why they chose this property

If you have ever visited Highland County, VA then you understand it is a special place, a hidden gem and an escape from everyday, hectic life. Our home sits on a little over 1 acre, but is surrounded by hundreds of acres of open and wooded farmland. The residents of the area are incredibly friendly and welcoming.

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