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Whimsy on the Wood, Pet friendly, walking distance to VA Creeper and the A.T.

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Well-behaved pets are welcome!
Two easy-to-use outdoor hammocks

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 70.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Damascus, VA
  • Virginia Creeper Damascus
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Damascus Town Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Adventure Damascus
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Loft

3 Single Beds

Lower Floor

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whimsy on the Wood, Pet friendly, walking distance to VA Creeper and the A.T.

Within minutes walking distance of Downtown Damascus this quaint little A-Frame home surrounded by wooded acreage will make you feel cozy and right at home! This cute little home has a great open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring and three private decks that overlook the property. This cheerful house boost creativity and adventure!

Full access to the home's three bedrooms, two full baths, fully equipped kitchen and full sized washer and dryer. Private parking and fenced in yard. Pet friendly with some restrictions.

The chicken wire-style fence surrounds the maintained yard with plenty of room for kids to run and use their imaginations. Outside the fenced area, is a balance of thick-wooded privacy surrounding the property on three sides. Neighbors are almost invisible from the back porches in the spring and through mid-fall.

The master bedroom is on the main level and has a private deck with a full bath and laundry conveniently located across the hall.
The upper level features a loft bedroom with 2 twin beds and a trundle-twin bed, sitting area and has its own deck.
The lower level has the third bedroom with a queen bed, a futon sofa-bed, full bath, and gas fireplace.
Also located on the lower level is a workshop area that has plenty of room to store your bikes, or other outdoor equipment. Even basic tools are on site for unforeseen quick fixes.
Luxury linens, extra pillows, and plush towels and blankets are also provided. High-quality and highly-rated mattresses are on all beds.
Central air and heat, single carport near the house, wireless internet throughout the house, puzzles, games, books for all ages and other pastimes to help promote family time without screens.
Some cell phone carriers have troubles with service at the house and some areas in town. Verizon seems to work the best.

Strict no smoking policy in the house.

A nature lover and outdoor enthusiasts dream spot since it’s minutes from the four tails that intersect with Damascus: The Appalachian, The Virginia Creeper, The Iron Mountain and the HWY 76 Bicycle Route.
Tasty, fun restaurants and a local craft- brewery in Damascus with additional fabulous restaurant options in Abingdon, just 20 minutes away. Bike shops in town have bikes for the whole family to rent and friendly shuttle services.

Property manager

Fancy Kalb-Perez
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No Infants
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 12 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Pet friendly with $50 per pet, per stay fee ( must be house trained and well behaved)

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

About the area

Damascus

Damascus is home to this holiday home. Appalachian Heritage Distillery and Lynch Links Golf Course of Emory & Henry College are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Triplett Mill and Wolf Hill Shopping Center. Adventure Damascus and Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center are also worth visiting.
Map
Damascus, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Damascus Town Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Adventure Damascus - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 18 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Damascus Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Station - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Damascus Diner - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Coffee & Cream - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Bear - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whimsy on the Wood, Pet friendly, walking distance to VA Creeper and the A.T. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 12 total).

What time is check-in at Whimsy on the Wood, Pet friendly, walking distance to VA Creeper and the A.T.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Whimsy on the Wood, Pet friendly, walking distance to VA Creeper and the A.T. located?

Situated in Damascus, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Virginia Creeper Damascus and Triplett Mill. Damascus Town Park and Adventure Damascus are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Overall nice place. Quiet and very close to everything. Not much communication when questions were asked
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Quiet and Tranquil

Super clean. Love the outdoor spaces. Conversation with my family was wonderful thanks to the vibe of the property. Do over in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

DeAnne L.

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

Great property!

The house with the fenced yard was excellent for our needs with 2 dogs and 5 people. Only issue was there wasn't much info provided about things like where to put the trash, setting up the tv, or any checkout instructions. But the property was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanja W.

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

Awesome staycation

Our stay at this properly was prompted by a funeral. The accommodation was comfortable and relaxed given the stress of the situation. Highly recommended for the no frills, real cottager
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne S.

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

Family weekend

Met our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Great place!

Wonderful wooded setting. Loved everything about this stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Whimsy on the Wood

Our stay at Whimsey on the Wood was fantastic! Plenty of room, very peaceful, and great proximity to outdoor adventures! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Great location!

Just minutes from the creeper trail and so many wonderful hikes. Damascus is a very cool town!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne L.

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

Damascus stay

Wonderful house to stay in with a great yard for the dog. Private and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Great Stay

As advertised, quiet, clean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

T.J. V.

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

Better than I expected.

Pictures do not do justice to the house and fence in yard. Comfortable, cozy, great location. I will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Great Mountain Home

We’ve stayed here multiple times and every time the home is clean, comfy, and quiet - a perfect mountain getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for the Yeti 100 Endurance Run weekend!

The cozy cottage was just what we needed. Location was excellent, had all the amenities we wanted and was very clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy B.

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

Wonderful place with professional and knowledgeable staff

Will absolutely do it again and recommend it to all looking for a place to stay in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libbey C.

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

Cute cabin

Very cute cabin as described in listing. Conveniently located. Our family enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Cozy home

We enjoyed our stay! There were nice touches that made us feel comfortable and welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great!

Thanks for a great stay! Our second visit here, hope to be back! We love Damascus and your cozy dog friendly cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Miranda T.

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

Quaint

Great location. Loved the decks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

CINDy A.

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

Perfect place just by the Creeper & Damascus town stores

I loved the cute porches nestled in the trees. It was so close to town and the VA Creeper Trail. Such a cute place and lots of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Awesome quiet weekend

The cottage was delightful! We traveled with our border collie and she loved the yard. This is definitely a dog friendly rental. We loved the location and the quiet neighborhood. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S., Higgins Lake, MI

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

Wonderful Whimsy

This was our fourth time staying at Whimsy! All around comfortable. Love the close location to the Creeper Trail, the brewery and town! Hope to see you in 2024🚲🚲
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna H., Stanley, North Carolina

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

Friends creeper getaway

Two couples and two dogs met for a Creeper Trail ride. Very nice place with lots of room for the doggos to roam. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Donna W.

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

Virginia Creeper

We were there to ride the Virginia Creeper. The trail is a few blocks away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Wonderful house in Damascus

Very nice, well appointed house in Damascus. Close to everything. Very clean. The completely fenced in yard was great for our dog. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Rose-Marie R.

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

Cute

Fine, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fancy Kalb-Perez

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests