Peace, Solitude and Beauty in a Natural Setting

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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Moneta, VA

Smith Mountain Lake
11 min drive
Hickory Hill Vineyards
13 min drive
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
19 min drive
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Relax and enjoy the quiet beauty of the country in this comfortable home. The living area is all on one floor with an open floor plan. Spacious master bedroom and bath. Large kitchen with hardwood floors. Screened back porch and deck with views of the Peaks of Otter. Lovely front porch to sit and enjoy the sun rising over the pond, or cool evenings in the country. Only 5 miles to Smith Mountain Lake with access to boating, swimming and other water sports. Close to Roanoke, Bedford and Lynchburg for shopping, restaurants, museums and theaters. Historical sites nearby include the D-Day Memorial in Bedford and Booker T. Washington National Monument. Appomattox Court House is an hour away. The Blue Ridge Parkway is 30 miles away.

Property manager

Cathy Hoover

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed outside away from the house.

This is a working cattle farm. The fencing has been electrified. Guests should not go beyond the wooden fencing that surrounds the house and driveway.

While we stay here often without any discomfort, we would like you to know that occasionally the unique aroma of cattle is noticeable.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bedford Museum and Bower Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hickory Hill Vineyards and Falling Creek Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Moneta, VA

What's nearby

Smith Mountain Lake - 11 min drive
Hickory Hill Vineyards - 13 min drive
Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 19 min drive
National D-Day Memorial - 21 min drive
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 41 min drive

Getting around

Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪White House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Jake's Place - ‬10 min drive
‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
‪Diamond Hill General Store - ‬14 min drive
‪Downtown Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peace, Solitude and Beauty in a Natural Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peace, Solitude and Beauty in a Natural Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peace, Solitude and Beauty in a Natural Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peace, Solitude and Beauty in a Natural Setting located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Smith Mountain Lake, Hickory Hill Vineyards and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Booker T. Washington National Monument and Bedford Welcome Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

27 Aug 2024

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

Absolutely beautiful

We had the most wonderful stay at the farm. Sitting on the deck, having a coffee, listening to the occasional mooing, and taking in the beautiful mountain view made our weekend the most relaxing one we've had in years. The house is wonderful. It is very large, and the kitchen is a great place to make breakfast every day before heading out to go hiking or enjoying the lake. We would love to come back again soon. My daughter gave me one of the best compliments she has ever given me about a vacation. She said that I picked the perfect house.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley N.

18 Aug 2024

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

Weekend stay

The house and property was very nice! The views are amazing and the peace and quiet was wonderful. House had everything needed for a weekend stay and for longer. Overall it was great! My only suggestions would be more comfortable mattresses.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melodie H.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

22 July 2024

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

Quiet beauty in the country.

The setting was beautiful and peaceful. The house was lovely and welcoming. We felt at home there. It was very clean with very comfortable living, dining and sleeping spaces. There were thoughtful touches throughout the home. It was an ideal location for us celebrating our grandson's wedding in nearby Bedford.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

14 July 2024

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

A beautiful getaway surrounded by nature

We had a wonderful time. Our host was very accommodating and the house had everything you could think of and more. Lovely countryside and perfect for those looking peace and quiet. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette L.

14 May 2024

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

Absolutely wonderful!

The house was amazing! It’s very spacious and clean. The kitchen was equipped with everything you need! The bedrooms were roomy, clean and comfortable. Enjoyed sitting on the front porch, so peaceful with beautiful views. The location was perfect! The restaurants and grocery store were not too far away. Communication with Ms. Cathy was great! I would highly recommend this property and we will definitely visit again!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

21 Apr 2024

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

Alabama & Pennsylvania Family

Every thing was wonderful great response when we had trouble with the door lock. Looking forward to staying again next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

7 Apr 2024

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

We will be back!

The owner was so easy to work with and thoughtful in preparing things for our stay! It felt like staying at grandma's house! Everything was clean and well stocked. The rooms were more spacious than I thought from the pictures. The beds were comfortable (twins are a little firm)and the other furniture in good shape. We had everything we needed to cook supper and plenty of space to share a meal. The wifi was good and easy to connect to. We really enjoyed walking the driveway and yard. The area is beautiful! We sat on the front porch and enjoyed the blooming trres! It was just a few minutes to the grocery store and 10 minutes to the lake. Everything worked really well for what we needed! We enjoyed our brief stay, and we plan to return soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Mold-Mold-and more Mold

Mold enveloped the ceiling of the Sun porch to such a degree that we didn’t feel safe spending time there (particularly given our age and my husband’s history of allergies, asthma and cancer); although given the peaceful setting, we would have loved to! Mold was evident in the ceiling and walls of the master bedroom forcing us to move to the guest room (either two single beds or a double bed). There, also was the mold in the master bathroom shower. Additionally, the deck is deteriorating, but not to any degree that interfered with our stay. While the setting is beautiful and tranquil, without addressing the mold issue, the owners are putting the heath of their guests at risk!!! Refer to CDC guidelines which state: “Regardless of the type of mold, it is important to remove it from the home for hygiene and health reasons.” Aside from the mold issue, the property was clean, in a peaceful setting with adequate accommodations. (We would have appreciated more than a partial roll of paper towels for an 8 day stay and new, more plush towels rather than the bevy of thread bare, mismatched towels, washcloths and towel mats.) Also, the ice make stopped working midway during our stay. Access to the soaking tub would have been appreciated; but it reportedly didn’t work. We have pictures to document. Maybe, we were spoiled by our stay in Gatlinburg (Sweet and Cozy Getaway Spot); the host truly treats his guests as honored “guests”.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

29 Aug 2023

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

Family time

Had elderly parents with us. One with a walker and oxygen so the ranch style open floor plan was pecfect. So relaxing. View was gorgeous. Kitchen well stocked. A food lion grocery store 3.5 miles away. Stayed 4 nights and just enjoyed the house and family came to visit us.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M., Jacksonville, Fl

7 Aug 2023

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

Great property

The property was exactly as described and we had a wonderful time while visiting family that lived nearby!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 July 2023

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

Resistance is Futile...You've Found the One.

Found this gem by expanding the online search beyond the lake front. The description and pics match the property well. Everything was present and worked as expected. The owners okayed a 22-ft tongue-to-tail camper that manuevered within the driveway. That enabled three generations, 10 total, to colocate and relax during the trip, away from the busyness on the water and in town during independence Day weekend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

19 June 2023

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

Unique

Clean and bright. Plenty of room.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

7 June 2023

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

Magical

What a memorable experience! The property is so beautiful and has amazing views. Seeing the cattle up so closely was amazing. I loved waking up before everyone else and enjoying the peace and quiet that surrounds the property. I plan on booking again because this home now holds a special place in my heart. Thank you Cathy & Family for making our day magical and sharing your family’s property with us.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Hoover

Why they chose this property

My siblings and I would like to share our family's farm with you. Our family has been a part of this community for many generations. This farm belonged to our grandmother before us, and then to our great-grandmother who inherited it from her father in the late 1800's. Our uncles helped our grandfather farm the crops and Mom has fond memories of being allowed to ride to the farm with her father when she was a little girl, begging him to park under the cherry tree so she could stand on top of the truck to reach the cherries. We love this beautiful land and feel very blessed to own it. Our hope is that you will find rest, joy and peace while here.