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Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
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Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10142.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Place, Jefferson National Forest
  • Place, Lake Moomaw
  • Place, Falling Springs Waterfall
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Great Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat

Enjoy Serenity on Craig, a private waterfront mountain retreat surrounded by views of the Alleghany Mountains. You cannot beat these views! The clear water of Craig's Creek beckons guests to kayak, tube, fish and swim in its waters. Bring your dog to enjoy it all! This new cottage (sister to popular Cottage on Craig - VRBO 335245) is outfitted with everything you need for your getaway into nature. It is the perfect place to be active and explore (includes a canoe, kayaks, tubes but bring your own fishing pole) or thoroughly relax. Firewood is provided for your primitive outdoor firepit which is ready for s'mores and more. View the night sky free of light pollution. The large patio overlooks the natural beauty of the water and mountains around you. It's the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Serenity on Craig is peaceful and your place to recharge. Soon see why we have so many return guests to Craig's Creek from the local area and beyond. Visitors love exploring the hiking trails in the forests and take in the natural beauty surrounding this mountain retreat.
The open, fully furnished kitchen, spacious dining room table(seats 10) and comfortable great room have stunning floor to ceiling views, as well as a large stone fireplace with gas logs.
The master bedroom, with its perfect view of Craig's Creek, features a king bed with a full bathroom. The queen bedroom also offers beautiful views and shares a full bath with the bunkbeds bedroom. Books, games and puzzles are available.
Satellite tv, landline phone and free wifi are provided but no cell service.
Enjoy hiking on the property or venture further to the nearby State and National Forest trails. Roaring Run(4 1/2 miles away), Hoop Hole Trail (about 2 miles away) and the Greenbrier River Trail (rated in the top ten hiking trails by Backpacking Magazine) are nearby. Vineyards (Blue Ridge and Virginia Mountain Vineyard), breweries (Jack Mason's Pub), and a great little diner (Maw and Paws) are nearby.
Cook a meal in the beautiful kitchen, on the charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal), gas grill (propane is provided) or over the open pit with the oak provided. Bring your water shoes due to the rocky creek bed. We provide paper products and detergents.
Whether you are here for a romantic getaway or a family get-together, you will want to stay at Serenity on Craig and return often.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
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

Eagle Rock

Located in Eagle Rock, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Masonic Ampitheatre and Humpback Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and George Washington National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eagle Rock, VA

What's nearby

  • Jefferson National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wilderness Adventure At Eagle Landing - 25 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Vineyard - 34 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Falling Springs Waterfall - 56 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Hollins University - 60 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Clifton Forge Station - 34 min drive
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 81 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity, Waterfront Mountain Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Jefferson National Forest and within 16 miles (25 km) of Wilderness Adventure At Eagle Landing and George Washington National Forest. Blue Ridge Vineyard and LewisGale Hospital Alleghany are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was clean and comfortable, and the perfect backdrop for our reunion weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Very clean and comfortable. Hosts were very quick to respond to questions and needs before and during our stay. Kitchen is well equipped for most cooking needs. We used the gas and charcoal grills, both are well maintained. Perfect for a quiet getaway away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Quiet, clean and great hot tub

My wife and I had a great stay --
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Fantastic

Fantastic property. Peaceful with lots to do. Exceeded our expectations. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

Awesome stay

What an amazing spot! We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

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

July 4th

Came for the 4th of July and had an amazing time with our kids and grandkids. We definitely would recommend this place and return for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great trip

This is a great property and the creek is absolutely beautiful. Peaceful and the owners are great and communicate well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CJ B.

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

Wonderful getaway

The place was excellent for staying on Craig creek right in the middle of being able to drive 20-30 minutes to put in at 4 tributaries to the James. Would definitely recommend this for anglers coming to fish around the area or couples looking for a peaceful getaway for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William E.

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

Gem of a property on the creek/river

We could’ve been happier with our stay. Everything presented like new. Perfect space for a couple of family or even two families and of all the amenities were spot on. We will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

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

Just As Serene As You'd Expect

Our second family vacation at Serenity was as wonderful, relaxing and fun as the first. Mitch and Bobbie's place is superbly appointed and extra comfy. Views of the creek from the large sliding doors facing south benefit from mature forests and sunny exposure. We did a lot of cooking, reading, visiting and fishing, and good hiking is just a few minutes away. We love this spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

The BEST Mountain Getaway!

We spent a long weekend at the property for a bird hunt with Wes Hodges and to enjoy all the area has to offer. The hosts were extremely helpful and communicative, but even more, the house was amazing! The property is nestled in the mountains and right alongside Craig’s Creek. The house and property looked brand new - super clean and stocked with anything you could need. The property, amenities, location, and hosts make this the perfect getaway! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

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

better than expected

house is well-built and has every amenity you could think of. location on the creek is perfect. the water is wade-able but also easy in-out for canoe and kayaks. fishing is excellent, especially downstream and around the bend from the house. the only drawback is that we only had four days to stay. next time we will arrange a longer stay. thank you, mitch & bobbie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

AWESOME river getaway! Can't wait to go back!

This is our first time at this specific cabin but our second time on the property as we stayed in the other cabin in October. We had such an awesome time and couldn't wait to see the new cabin. We brought a much bigger crew of people and used both cabins (cottage and cabin). We can't say enough good things about Bobbie and Mitch and the property they have. Being right on the river makes it so easy to float and kayak, hike down the road at the National Forest, set up hammocks, and simply relax without any outside world distractions. This is the best place to turn off and turn up! We can't wait to come back every year. Thanks Bobbie and Mitch!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur M., Rochester

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

Wonderful stay!

Mitch and Bobbie thought of everything from s'mores supplies to paper products to cooking supplies to a cute wood wagon so we could bring more wood to the fire pit! We did everything at this cabin. We spent everyday in the creek. The water is crystal clear. If you're kayaking and fishing you can literally see the fish chasing your bait! We used the inner tubes, kayaks, canoe, and fire pit. We grilled more meals over the open fire even though they provided a gas and charcoal grill. Even though we were in the woods we hardly used bug spray. We made one run to the grocery store the first day and cooked our meals the rest of our stay. We had a wonderfully relaxing stay and were truly able to unplug!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

True Serenity on the creek

Thank you Mitch and Bobbie for sharing your beautiful home with us! The house was spatious, clean and full of extra amenities that were so thoughtful (creek towels, extra blankets, water guns for the kids, smores, firewood, games, puzzles, tubes, kayaks, canoes!) The creek is a gem - so private and secluded - exactly what we were looking for. We found several deep swimming holes down the creek where we could float and paddle comfortably. We spent most of our time enjoying the crystal clear water from the pebble beach across the creek and our older boys caught lots of fish in the canoe. The hot tub was very nice and clean - one of the nicer hot tubs we have used at a VRBO. The outdoor shower was also really cool! Tons of patio seating and amazing fire pit We went to Roaring Run Falls and it did not disappoint-! This is only 10 minutes away and worth it. We went in July and the kids swam and played on the rock water slides for hours. Tip for the creek - bring water shoes with a good sole!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Great Relaxing Family Retreat

Spent a long July 4th holday weekend with my family of 5. The place was wonderful! Our super busy family enjoyed being able to relax, kayak and spend time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

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

Awesome spot with first rate amenities

We couldn't be happier with our fourth stay with these wonderful hosts! Great fun at the creek and in the spa and lots of nearby spots to relax, fish, picnic, hike and find serenity. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleigha C.

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

So peaceful!

We loved it! The kids had a blast in the river!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

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

The Best

Mitch and Bobby are the best. We stay here a few times a year because it us the oerfect place to get away with a small grouo of friends. Beautiful, private, and very well equipped. The creek is so peaceful, and the house is very comfortable! We love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

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

Amazing as always

This is pur 3rd time ar Serenity and it is truly peaceful and restorative. It's perfect for 4 lifelong friends who just need time and space to talk and laugh together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Fantastic property, beautiful views

We loved our winter getaway here! We had 6 adults and did a lot of cooking and found the kitchen to be well stocked. The property was very clean and organized, and communication with the hosts was excellent. We loved the hot tub overlooking the creek with a view of the mountains. We can't wait to go back in warmer weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

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

Holiday meal

Very Beautiful home. Very clean!! Scenery and privacy was amazing. Highly recommended!!! Easy access to everything.. very spacious kitchen and living room area. Hope to come back in the summer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey T.

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

Such a BEAUTIFUL Place

We absolutely LOVED the home and the view! There were 8 of us in the family spending Thanksgiving together and we had an amazing time and plenty of dpace along with everything we needed. The hot tub was a huge favorite! We even got to see some otters playinhplaying in the stream!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

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

Perfect Getaway

This was our second time here, and the house is absolutely perfect. Well-furnished, creek and firepit are both awesome, and the location can't be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Perfect spot

My husband and I came here right after our wedding in Charlottesville to spend a few days away with our dogs and unwind. Safe to say that our dogs would have preferred we move in! We really enjoyed our time here and took the kayaks out several times with our dogs swimming alongside us or racing on the banks of the creek. We also had plenty of time to unwind on the back porch and enjoy the complete silence and being away from it all. The house was exactly as advertised and the hosts were immediately responsive to what ended up being a non-issue for maintenance concerns. This is definitely on our list of places to return and is among the very best of homes we’ve stayed at on VRBO and similar platforms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mitch and Bobbie Bowman

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Mitch and Bobbie are retired educators that have been enjoying Craig's Creek all of their lives. They believe it is more important than ever to have a place and time for relaxation and the joy that nature gives us.
They have been renting Cottage on Craig (the sister property) for more than a decade and decided to build Serenity on Craig to accommodate their growing family as well as the needs and desires of their guests.

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