Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia

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A cabin with a red roof and wooden deck, surrounded by a pond and trees.
A deck with a view of a lake surrounded by forested hills.
A house with a red roof and stone foundation, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense forest.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a wooden island with two yellow chairs, a white refrigerator, and a ceiling light fixture.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and two windows with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ararat, VA
  • Place, Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Airy Visitors Center
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, The Andy Griffith Museum
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Ararat

Located in Ararat, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Cross Creek Country Club and Old North State Winery and Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart and Veterans Memorial Park. Andy Griffith Mural and Mayberry Replica Courthouse are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Ararat, VA

What's nearby

  • Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Mount Airy Visitors Center - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 25 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Mayberry Replica Courthouse - 25 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Andy Griffith's Homeplace - 26 min drive - 23.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Raps - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Boyd's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Niblicks Restaurant & Lounge - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on a private lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart and within 12 miles (20 km) of Cross Creek Country Club and Andy Griffith Mural. Old North State Winery and Brewery and Mount Airy Museum of Regional History are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 180 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place very peaceful. We caught many fish and enjoyed the dock. Far enough away but close enough to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Peaceful, quiet and an excellent destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay! Beautiful lake view, very quiet and clean! My husband and I celebrated our 38th wedding anniversary here and it was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place, calm, relaxing weekend spent here 2nd year in a row.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a long weekend with friends! This was our second time visiting, and we’ll definitely be back for more - it does not get much better than this
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

We enjoyed everything about our stay. The view was amazing and it was so quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

Cabin was clean, well stocked with everything needed (except food), property was well cared for. Loved staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cozy and beautiful place - could not be better small lake nestled up to a mountain. The host is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ararat Cabin

Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The lake and peace and quiet were the highlights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary get away

Relaxing get away for our anniversary. Great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Absolutely awesome stay. Perfectly in the middle between Fancy Gap and Mt. Airy. Enjoyed the property and the area. Hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

It was perfect for our needs. Pretty view, quiet, and easy access.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just wonderful!

We had a great time! The cabin was cozy and the fishing was great! We hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Overall it is a beautiful property, nice scenic views , & drive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though it rained, we went fishing several days. Enjoyed being out in the canoe. Caught a lot of big fish. We went to a big flea market in hillsville, visited mayberry nc, went to several nurseries and bought plants. The house was great for the two of us. It was comfortable and had everything we needed. I would recommend this to people who want comfort, enjoy nature, love fishing, and want limited communication with the outside world.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house

Cute house and cute lake. Great hosts
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay!

We love vacationing at the Kahla house. So peaceful. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in quiet setting

Very beautiful property and home. My dog loved swimming in the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Relaxing weekend getaway. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unwind

Great place to unwind and enjoy nature. One of the best places i have every stayed at. We loved it here and will be telling others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

We spent Christmas week here (from Florida) and it was just what we were looking for. Private, Nice and cozy, and the pictures just don’t do the view justice. We loved it here and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun stay at the Kayla cottage

We had a great stay at the Kayla cottage! My kids had a wonderful time using the paddle boards in the pond and they loved the balcony from the second floor. The cottage was very clean and the outdoor area was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

One of the nicest places we ever stay, did a lot of fishing it was great. Also we used the paddle boat,was great. The view is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is beautiful!

No matter what time of year, this place is gorgeous!! We didnt want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

We had a pleasant stay at the the little house on the lake. The surroundings are lovely and quiet. A bit of a trip to get to near by towns and hiking. We were happy watching the hummingbirds and listing to the birds!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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