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Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Amherst, VA
  • Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Winton Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sweet Briar College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries.

Welcome to Mountain Haven, a beautiful new build located in scenic Amherst County, VA. The house is just minutes away from Piney River, breathtaking hikes, fly fishing, wineries and breweries, and just a short drive from Wintergreen Resort. There is no shortage of things to do in the area year-round. If you’re looking for a quiet, secluded getaway, simply relax in front of the fireplace and take in the stunning mountain view while the stress melts away.

The Space:

The cottage is a spacious three bedroom ranch with three full bathrooms and two main suites. The gorgeous modern kitchen is fully appointed with everything you’ll need for your stay. A dining table and island seating provide plenty of space for you, your friends and family to enjoy meals together. A gas fireplace anchors the upstairs living space, surrounded by comfortable furniture and expansive views of the Priest and Little Priest mountain peaks.
Each bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed and both main suites feature a reading nook and attached bathroom.

Each full bathroom is stocked with toiletries and towels for your convenience. Additionally, the lower floor couch converts to a full-size sleeper.

The lower floor provides a massive recreation space to watch movies and play games, while also carving out a workspace for the road warriors (again, with that amazing view) and a cozy wine bar area to sit and enjoy a glass of your favorite local Virginia wine.

Other things to note:

Mountain Haven Cottage is situated in Amherst County and sits near the border with Nelson County. Each county is home to some of the best breweries and wineries in VA. You will find Blue Mountain Brewery, Outback Brewing Company, Lovingston Winery, Ankida Ridge Winery, Lazy Days Winery, all within 20 mins of the cottage. Further up route 151 into Nelson County, you’ll find dozens more wineries and breweries only 30-40 minutes away, to include Devil’s Backbone, Three Notch’d, and Bold Rock. For the active adventurers, you’ll find a wide range of hikes in the nearby Priest Wilderness, James River State Park, Mount Pleasant, and Crabtree Falls areas. Wintergreen ski resort is only a short drive away and offers year-round activities for the entire family. For golf enthusiasts, you’ll find the Winton Country Club only minutes down the road or Devil’s Knob course located on the Wintergreen property. Local restaurants in Amherst and Arrington include Bonfire, Vito’s, and Briar Patch. All of this information and much more can be found in the Cottage guide book.

Property manager

Aubrey Saelens
Premier Host

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Please respect the privacy of neighboring properties. If you fly drones in the area, please ensure you do not overfly neighboring homes.
Pets must be house trained. Clean up after pets. Any damage caused may incur extra fees. Not allowed on furniture/beds. Must be on leash outside.

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

Amherst

Located in Amherst, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at George Washington National Forest and Fortune's Cove Preserve, while Amherst County Museum and Historical Society and Sweet Briar Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Amherst, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Winton Country Club - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Sweet Briar College - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Lovingston Winery - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Wintergreen Resort - 35 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colleen Drive In - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Barrel House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Amherst Corner & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ann's Family Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature getaway; beautiful Mountain Views, close to rivers, breweries & wineries. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail and within 6 miles (10 km) of Winton Country Club and Woodson's Mill. Rebec Vineyards and George Washington National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband, son, and I very much enjoyed our stay at Mountain Haven. The accommodations were even nicer than the pictures and we saw many deer in the morning and at night right on the property. Amherst is a great little area, we enjoyed hiking and Saunders brothers farm market.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden C.

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

Wonderful views and great hosts!

We loved our time at this place. The hosts were very quick to respond to messages and very accommodating overall. 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Spectacular Cabin

Outstanding property! We cannot say enough wonderful thing about this cabin. Spacious, spotlessly clean, quiet setting with spectacular mountain views! While there are many things to see & do nearby, we stayed pretty close to the cabin to thoroughly enjoy our time there. Did venture out to Piney Railway Trail for a beautiful Thanksgiving Day hike, and to Mill Creek Lake for a bit of fishing. Truly a fabulous vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

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

Stunning

The property is beautiful, from the perfectly decorated interior to the magnificent views from the back porch, no detail was over looked. The host was kind and quick to respond. We truly enjoyed our stay! Thank you for such a lovely place for us to land for a wedding weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

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

Exactly as pictured and close to great hiking and beer

My partner, two dogs, and I had a great stay Mountain Haven Cottage! It's spacious and exactly as pictured. We ventured to Shenandoah National Park to hike Turk Mountain Trail, Blackrock Summit, and Hawksbill Summit. We also hiked the Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail that was closer to the Cottage. We loved the beer so much at Blue Mountain Brewery that we didn't make it to any wineries in the area. Instead, we went to Three Notch'd, and Devil's Backbone, all of which had amazing beer and tons of options. Winding down at the end of the day and enjoying the breath taking view from the back of the Cottage was perfect way to relax and recharge for the next day's adventure. The host was just a text away if we needed anything. I know you'll love your stay here as much as we did!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Better than I could have hoped for.

This place is amazing. The host is the BEST ever. Communication was great and the views and house are Even better in person. This place is on acres of land and beautiful views of the forest and mountains. Sunsets and sunrise are 2nd to none. We will be back to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Aubrey Saelens

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Languages:

English, Spanish, Russian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests