Breathtaking Mountainside Farm Escape -10 min to VA TECH, 20 to Aquatic Center

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Breathtaking mountain views near Blacksburg and Christiansburg

Guests enjoy farm walks and meeting our Donkey protectors.

Cozy Creek-side Queen bedroom in Blacksburg at Wandering Goat Lodge

Kids born in 2022. They are big girls now and expecting. Wandering Goat Lodge

Cozy Hokie Themed Family room and bar area at Wandering Goat Lodge

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91616.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Blacksburg, VA

Lane Stadium
‪13 min drive‬
Cassell Coliseum
‪14 min drive‬
Virginia Tech University
‪14 min drive‬
Dublin, VA (PSK-New River Valley)
‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Creekside & Cozy

1 King Bed

Valley Views & Private Patio

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Handicapped accessible Tub/Shower

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A memorable stay awaits you at this beautiful mountain-side farm. The Wandering Goat Lodge located on Big Cedars Farm currently offers a 17,400 sq ft PRIVATE access lower apartment featuring stunning views, a relaxing retreat and farm adventures abound.
BONUS- we are multi-pet friendly and also have FIBER Internet! :)

Located 5 miles from Blacksburg, Virginia and 11 miles from Christiansburg Aquatic Center... Ellett Valley is a quaint, rural "Sunday-Drive" destination outside of town with generations of Farm-living, historic homesteads, stunning views and close access to the Appalachian Trail iconic hikes-- all in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We are near the town of Blacksburg -- but just far enough to decompress and embrace breath-taking natural beauty. Seasonally & daily we encourage you to visit and take a walk, pet the animals and immerse yourself within the property's quiet spaces. This is a predominately family-owned valley and our farm is no exception. With a deep heritage of looking out for one another, it will probably be one of the safest places you ever stay -- and definitely one of the most beautiful.

Located along Mossy Spring Creek and overlooking Paris Mountain, The Wandering Goat Lodge at Big Cedars Farm is just 10 minutes from downtown Blacksburg & VA TECH Campus.

The WGL space sleeps 6 people and can accommodate more upon request. Bring your dogs and we even have a pen for them outside if you like. IF you have more guests, try our RETRO camper --the ROAM Inn- as an additional booking. We are told our farm is the perfect spot to be "near town" yet embrace all of nature and the beauty of the surrounding mountains. In the summer, young and old alike will enjoy the creek and in the cooler months, you can cozy up to our amazing bonfire--which offers a perfect backdrop for some memorable family photos. Try it, we believe you will love it and want to return.

Property manager

Warren Neily

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

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Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

It's an enriching, safe environment for kids.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

We welcome events. Ask about our new space

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

$50/pet Crate, bowls Outside kennel options

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

OUTSIDE only & dispose of properly. 420 ok.

Absolutely NO slime, confetti, glitter or silly string is allowed. IF we find remains of these items an extra cleaning fee of $150 will be added.

+$50 for EACH pet. per stay-- goes to extra cleaning / sanitizing. Ask us about adding a Bonfire = $35- weather permitting

Extra guests are billed at $25/ guest PER NIGHT.

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

Cashless transactions are available

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

Note from host: We welcome events. Ask about our new space

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

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

Blacksburg

Located in Blacksburg, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Lyric Theatre and Museum of Geosciences are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Burrows-Burleson Tennis Center and Beliveau Estate. Travelling with kids? Consider NRV Superbowl, or check out an event or a game at Soccer/Lacrosse Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Blacksburg, VA

What's nearby

Lyric Theatre - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
Lane Stadium - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
Cassell Coliseum - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
Virginia Tech University - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
LewisGale Hospital Montgomery - 15 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

‪Our Daily Bread - ‬11 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
‪Benny Marzano's - ‬11 min drive
‪PK's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Mountainside Farm Escape -10 min to VA TECH, 20 to Aquatic Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Mountainside Farm Escape -10 min to VA TECH, 20 to Aquatic Center?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Mountainside Farm Escape -10 min to VA TECH, 20 to Aquatic Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Mountainside Farm Escape -10 min to VA TECH, 20 to Aquatic Center located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lyric Theatre, Museum of Geosciences and Virginia Tech University. Uptown Christiansburg and Jefferson National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hank M.

9 Mar 2025

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

Blue Ridge Peace & Quiet

Very clean, well appointed VRBO. Pet friendly. Goats (and babies) and donkeys - what's not to like. 15 mins from Virginia Tech. River/creek is clear and cold. Beds are comfy. Sat TV works well. Owner is very nice and available if needed. We highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

15 Feb 2025

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

Repeat visitor

This will be our home away from home when visiting the Blacksburg area! The home owners are so kind and welcoming and the location is perfect. We even got to see baby goats right after they were born! Thank you for your hospitality!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

26 Jan 2025

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

Perfect mountain getaway

The perfect mountain getaway! Conveniently located near town, yet offers a peaceful escape. The donkeys and goats were a real highlight. Amazing views! The space was cozy, well-appointed, and made us feel right at home.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

24 Jan 2025

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

Tranquil

Kids thoroughly enjoyed feeding the goats and donkeys and playing with Maggie the dog. Adults enjoyed the peace and quiet and amazing views. The property was very well stocked with all the kitchen essentials and the bathroom had plenty of toilet rolls, shampoo etc. Beds were very comfy and the whole weekend was relaxing and fun. Fully recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenden M.

3 Jan 2025

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

Amazing stay and property

We throughly enjoyed our stay. This was one of the best rentals that we have stayed at and would plan to book at our next trip tp blacksburg.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten N.

2 Jan 2025

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

Perfect Blacksburg Get Away

Beautiful home and location! Not only are the accusations clean, warm, and fun, there’s a striking view of Paris Mountain! (also the goats and donkeys, duh!)We had a great time and highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

3 Dec 2024

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

Perfect stay close to everything

We were visiting friends in Blacksburg and this was the perfect place to make our home base. The goats and donkeys were a huge hit with our kids, we walked up the trail in the woods, and there were so many extras that we didn’t have time to take advantage of. We hope to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linette G.

21 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc V.

27 Oct 2024

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Great Property

We had a wonderful time. The location was great for the VT football game. The cottage was clean and well appointed. We enjoyed the goats, donkeys and especially meeting Maggie. We will definitely recommend this place to our family and friends. We look forward to another visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

24 Oct 2024

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

Excellent spot for your mountain fix

This vaction rental is located in a somewhat remote but beautiful location just north of Blacksburg, VA. It is a single level ground floor unit that is attached to the host's house. Guests enjoy a spacious indoor space as well as a lovely outdoor patio overlooking a working farm and stunning scenery. We could see that it would make a great spot for Tech fans to watch and celebrate games on the tv. The host is welcoming and has done an excellent job of meeting his guests' needs with a spotless, comfortable space inside as well as access to multiple activities on the farm. While these may cost a little, they seem like a fun way to expand a vacation. So if you're in need of the fresh air and beauty of a mountain town or you just visiting Blacksburg for another reason we would certainly recommend this comfy spot.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Fantastic place! Hosts were welcoming and thought of everything. The goats were so fun to feed. Loved playing fetch with Maggie.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

25 Aug 2024

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

Charming getaway in the valley

We stayed at the Wandering Goat Lodge over the summer while our daughter was in a camp at VT. It was a beautiful spot and an easy drive to and from the campus. The week we arrived two baby goats were born and they were already jumping around by the end of the week. We had a great time with the goats and donkeys and enjoyed feeding them snacks every evening. The view of the mountains is beautiful and there was always animal activity going on, including wild deer that wandered up to the lodge. We definitely plan to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONYA C.

23 Aug 2024

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

Lovely Home & Property

Enjoyed our time at Wandering Goat Lodge. They had everything we needed plus some.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

31 July 2024

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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

24 July 2024

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Wonderful place to stay

Place was very clean and had everything we need. Wish we had booked a longer stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique O.

21 June 2024

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

Great place and views!!!

My stay at the mountain retreat was nothing short of enchanting. The property was clean, with every thing you need to be comfortable, creating a welcoming and serene environment. The breathtaking mountain views were a constant delight, providing a picturesque backdrop that seemed to change with the light of day. Friendly animals in the property, adding a touch of charm and warmth to the experience as they happily interacted with us and our dogs. The little beach on the premises was a hidden gem, offering a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the natural surroundings.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 May 2024

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Just Wonderful!

We stayed here for VT graduation and could not have picked a better place. The lodge is wonderful- clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated. The view outside is gorgeous and there is so much to do. Our kids loved playing frisbee and feeding the goats and donkeys. Our grad loved the Hokie decor, and the grandparents loved the beauty, peace, and quiet. We are already makign plans to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

24 Apr 2024

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Peace & Quiet

My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay at Wandering Goat Lodge. The facilities were clean. The scenery awesome. We would definitely consider returning. Highly recommend it!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen👸 N.

6 Apr 2024

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

Relaxing, Comfortable and Convenient

We had a great stay at WGL! Everything you need is available at WGL, kitchen supplies, towels extra blankets and goats! Warren is an excellent host, available for anything you need and ready with ideas for activities on the farm or around the area. Super easy to get to Tech! And every other location in Blacksburg/Christiansburg. 100% will stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason e.

1 Dec 2023

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Excellent time

Great communication with owner. It doesnt get any easier.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., Ashburn, VA

3 Sept 2023

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We won’t stay anywhere else as long as this place is available

Very comfortable, everything we needed. My husband and daughters only want to stay here when visiting our oldest at Tech from now on.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

20 Aug 2023

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

Perfect Balance

This property gave us the perfect balance of comfort, relaxation, and retreat. Nicely kept interior surrounded by beautiful grounds, wonderful natural features, and adorable animals. We couldn't ask for more!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

18 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Memories!

Stayed while moving son into Tech. Warren, Sylvia and all the critters were wonderful. Our time there allowed us to catch our breath and take a pause before moving day, making memories we’ll always cherish! Their location is so beautiful! The absolute best place we’ve stayed in all of our years using VRBO. Can’t recommend highly enough! We even bought t-shirts!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey E.

17 Aug 2023

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

Starry night

A fabulous, clean, cozy farmhouse. We enjoyed feeding the goats and donkeys. There were any number of restaurants in the cute town. Va Tech has grown so much. The sky was so clear we were able to see satellites and stars in abundance. During the rainy day we visited Dixie caverns, lovely. We want to come back in the Fall for Autumn colors because the views of the mountains are spectacular. Communication with Warren was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Warren Neily

I am a Blacksburg native and a former healthcare worker. During COVID times and a layoff I started to rely on my hosting as income. Now I am enjoying it so much I am trying to do this full-time. It's been interesting to me how many people I meet and WHY they come to see this area. I have enjoyed sharing "farm-life" and the beauty of this property. It's also fun to share my plans to improve and grow the space.-- ask me about that! :) You will see me -- but we don't have to speak. It's up to you how much we engage. My dogs, Trixie and Maggie are often running around and ready to play ball or follow you on your hike.

Why they chose this property

My family has owned this land for 3 generations. It's a beautiful place to live, visit, and raise a family. In fact, the area is part of an historical preservation project funded by a grant to preserve "rural farming in our valley and Appalachia Virginia." We are still learning about this preservation effort but are quite proud that the land will remain as you find it and for future generations.

The approach and area surrounding the Wandering Goat Lodge is the kind of place where you picture "a Sunday Drive" to the country. Cows, rolling hills and farms, old barns, horses and more.... I welcome you to sit on the patio with your coffee and experience a morning sunrise over the mountain, or maybe engage with the goats and donkeys. You can hike up the fire trail to the ridge or take a stroll along the rolling landscapes to sit on the beautiful creek-side beach. Here you are close to nature, and Blacksburg and nearby Christiansburg (20) towns at the same time-- I think it's the perfect balance.

What makes this property unique

Blacksburg offers reunion options along the Eastern Corridor. Hokie fans enjoy visiting for games, and staying in the natural surroundings that made them love the time they were in school at VT. Located 5 miles from Blacksburg... Ellett Valley is a quaint, rural "Sunday-Drive" destination outside of town with generations of Farm-living homesteads, stunning views and close access to the Appalachian Trail-- all in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We are near town -- but just far enough to embrace breath-taking natural beauty. Daily. This is a predominately family-owned valley with a deep heritage of looking out for one another. It will probably be one of the safest places you ever stay -- and definitely one of the most beautiful.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Creekside & Cozy

Valley Views & Private Patio

1 bathroom

Handicapped accessible Tub/Shower

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