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Lost Horizon in Spring - overlooking the lake & surrounding mountains
Lake View of New River Trail from Lost Horizon's Dock at the Flamingo Cantina
Middle Floor
Kitchen
Family area beside the kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hiwassee, VA
  • Claytor Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Draper Mercantile
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Claytor Lake State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Dublin, VA (PSK-New River Valley)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Luxury Lake Cabin by New River Trail w/ Dock/Canoes/Steam Room/Fireplaces...

This mountain lake retreat is where people come to relax, connect and get away from it all. Surrounded by nature and adventure...
Lost Horizon has been a honeymoon retreat, family celebration destination, girlfriend getaway and fishing/biking hideout for lovers of the outdoors. Hikers, bikers and cross country skiers love the 57 mile New River Trail within walking distance of Lost Horizon. If you like watching birds, deer and a forest full of other animals... have a seat on one of the porches or decks at Lost Horizon – and don’t forget your camera.

Join them, or watch fishermen along the shoreline from your private hideaway above the lake.
Go down to the spacious deck for a day in the sun or cook-out on the lake, feed the ducks, or fish from the dock. You’ll have a fire pit right on the lake for roasting marshmallows. Play a game of horseshoes and swing on the rope swing. Two Canoes, oars & life jackets are provided for your exclusive use; bring floats or boats for more fun on the water.

Don’t miss sunrise & sunsets over the water... they are magnificent! Thunderstorms are even wonderful here! Listen to the rain pounding on the tin roof during a downpour from the covered porch, or cozy up in the cool autumn nights surrounded by the fall foliage; listen to the silence of a snowfall in the mountains. Build a fire or light the gas logs in either fireplace and cozy up to relax into the warm surroundings.

Lost Horizon sleeps up to eight people.
The top floor includes a bedroom suite; comfortable full futon sofa; private back deck above the pond, woods & flower gardens; shelves full of books and a cozy sitting area overlooking the main floor.
The private master suite is charmingly intimate on the main floor where you find a fully-equipped kitchen, bar seating, small dining table, living room with a gas fireplace and bathroom with old fashioned claw-foot soaker tub.

Downstairs you have a large steam room/shower with benches (and 6 different shower heads), a bar, comfortable wrap around sofa & full futon. French doors lead out to the patio with a hanging swing overlooking the lake.

A few hidden treasures at Lost Horizon: Enjoy a library of DVDs & books (including “Lost Horizon”). There are family games and a guest book to share your experiences & read about the adventures of those before you.
Sunsets from the deck or down at the dock will take your breath away. Lean back in the deck chairs & look up; you are likely to see eagles flying high above the trees in the daytime, and stars are brilliant on clear nights at Lost Horizon.

Property manager

Debbie Seagle Owner/Property Manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
We love ours too, but pets are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays are outside only

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hiwassee

Located in Hiwassee, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pulaski Plaza Shopping Center and Pulaski Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New River Trail State Park and Jefferson National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Draper Mercantile, or check out an event or a game at Calfee Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hiwassee, VA

What's nearby

  • Claytor Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Draper Mercantile - 18 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Draper Valley Golf Club - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Claytor Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Radford University - 35 min drive - 39.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Compadres Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Draper Mercantile And Trading Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tha Dawg House II - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lake Cabin by New River Trail w/ Dock/Canoes/Steam Room/Fireplaces... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lake Cabin by New River Trail w/ Dock/Canoes/Steam Room/Fireplaces...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lake Cabin by New River Trail w/ Dock/Canoes/Steam Room/Fireplaces...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lake Cabin by New River Trail w/ Dock/Canoes/Steam Room/Fireplaces... located?

This family-friendly Hiwassee cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of New River and Claytor Lake. Draper Mercantile and Pulaski Plaza Shopping Center 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. 119 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy winter weekend
Our winter weekend at Lost Horizon was perfect. The home is a gem inside and out with so many gathering spaces, amazing views, as well as privacy. We enjoyed the gas fireplace, cooking in the well-equipped kitchen and sleeping in the comfy beds. The owner has an amazing collection of books displayed throughout her beautifully decorated home. We did not want to leave! Also, the owner, Debbie, was very helpful and easy to communicate with. We never got to try the steam room, but there will definitely be a next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Getaway
We enjoyed our weekend at the cabin so much. Our son is a student at Virginia Tech and we were able to visit with him and enjoy the football game. It’s about 45 minutes to campus. We also hiked Dragon’s Tooth which is a great (yet strenuous) hike, about an hour away. We traveled with another couple and the cabin was perfect for the four of us. The cabin was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. The host’s attention to detail was very appreciated. We hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic Mountain Getaway
Our family had a wonderful time at the cabin. The view from the house is phenomenal - watching the sun set behind the mountains and lake was idyllic. The house was clean and welcoming, we felt right at home. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway
This was an absolutely amazing trip! The views were wonderful and the home was fantastic. The attention to every detail was great. Very clean and nothing was overlooked - even the fall decorations were PERFECT. Debbie was great to connect with - Thank you for sharing your lovely home, we will definitely be back again to enjoy the New River Trail and the lake area more!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A week of relaxation and rejuvenation!
What an incredible week of rest and re-energizing spent at this cabin! Although our game plan was to spend the week on our bikes exploring the New River and Creeper Trails, we felt almost hesitant to leave our "new home"! The cabin feels very much like "your home", it is very well decorated, and super inviting! Whether you are preparing dinner in the abundant kitchen, or sipping coffee on one of many decks, or enjoying a campfire out back as the sunsets.. you will feel like you are "home"!! We absolutely loved our week here, and can't wait to come back and bring our friends to share the experience! Even a rain day spent in the big rocking chairs on the side deck feels like a highlight!!! Thank you Debbie for sharing your home with us!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Stayed two nights following our wedding. We really enjoyed to peaceful beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labour Day stay
Clean and beautiful cabin at a great location. Easy to access the New River Trail just down the road. Very quiet nights. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drema M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and Beautiful
Wonderful cabin with a beautiful view.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend
This was our second time visiting Lost Horizon, and we absolutely loved our stay. The views are amazing! We kayaked, biked, relaxed by the water and on huge deck over looking the water. The house was decorated for autumn and had everything we needed for a great fall weekend. Deck table with gas firepit was awesome. Debbie was great! We appreciate her sharing such a nice cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C., Zion Crossroads, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumn visit
We had a great 3 night visit in October. The cabin is lovely, especially the wonderful river views. We enjoyed a lot of time outside on the deck, hiked a bit of the New River Trail, played a round of golf in Redford and visited The Draper Mercantile. We went down to the river and tried out the kayaks too. It was relaxing and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pastor Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Time!
We really enjoyed staying at Lost Horizon. It was perfect for our time together as a family. The house was awesome and we loved it. The setting is the best. We really enjoyed going down to the dock and taking the canoe out several times. It was the perfect getaway for family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bird Family Trip 2023
We love Lost Horizon! This was our 3rd time staying here and the cabin is just perfect. We used the fire pit to roast S’mores, and the charcoal grill for burgers & hot dogs! The kayak and canoe got a lot of use and we brought our fishing polls to fish off the dock!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 4th of July
My family had a stay at the cabin for the 4th of July. The cabin was great. Stocked with everything you need. You do need to drive down to the dock, but it's super close (like 2 minutes). The dock area is fantastic and we spent many hours out there playing in the water. Cabin is beautiful. Fish pond outside was a huge hit with my 8 year old. Overall a fantastic place and we can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carroll C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice - Check Out Time, Not So Much…
Totally enjoyed the property - beautiful house and views with great amenities. Only down side was the 10 AM check out time and everything you had to do to prepare for the cleaners. Was given some extra time but still stressful. Couldn’t really enjoy the last night fully. A 12:00 PM Check out time seems much more reasonable considering the price of the rental. Like I said a lot of prep work before the cleaners get there - they surely could get the place ready in 3 hours for next guests to check in at 4:00, unless perhaps it’s a one person cleaning crew and even then…
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
The house is located on a steep hill, but once you get up to the top it is well worth it. The cabin is well maintained and beautifully landscaped. We rode our bikes on the New River trail, which is very close to the house. I would recommend driving to the trail since the bike ride home up the mountain is difficult on a bike. It is a very peaceful and relaxing place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Scheduled power outage
As we arrived at the property around 6 pm to begin our stay, the host notified us that there would be a “possible power outage”all day Saturday. In fact, power was out all day Saturday. He home is on a well, So no showers, no lights, no toilets, no cofee etc. I checked the power company website and it indicated that the power outage was a scheduled and definite occurrence. The owner had advanced notice of this but waited till I arrived before telling us. We were only staying for the weekend. There was no offer of a credit for the day. Only an offer to extend my stay for a day. Unhelpful as we needed to return to work the next business day. The owner repeatedly stated it was beyond her control and spoke very defensively. I have concluded that she was being disingenuous with us and made a decision to tell us about the outage after we arrived and were committed to staying there. She had advance notice from the power company. If she missed the notification, she could have made it right by offering us a credit. When she did notify us it was characterized only as a “possible outage”. This was very different from the description on the power company website. Disingenuous of the owner at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views
My young family (3 kids under 6) greatly enjoyed this beautiful cabin, amazing views from the deck, koi pond, fishing at the docks, and tons of wildlife. It was such a relaxing, secluded, and peaceful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

vivian b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and well maintained inside and out
The views are beautiful. Very nice landscaping with lots of outdoor seating. My 5 yr old loved the "vacation house."
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Mountain Getaway
This is a beautiful cabin with amazing views, sunsets and everything you need to enjoy your stay. It was very clean, well maintained and beautifully decorated. The host does a wonderful job of making you feel welcome and comfortable during your stay. We had a wonderful time and look forward to visiting again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Black Slaughter PA Law Firm S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with an incredible view of the Virginia Mountains and Claytor Lake. great fall color
Easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country quiet and mountain air
Debbie's place is about as perfect as you can get if you're looking to get into some place in the country. Plenty of space in the house for a family to be comfortable, and lots of outdoor activities close by. And Debbie is an amazing host...very responsive, super accommodating, and very knowledgeable about the area!
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hokie Family enjoyed the visit
We rented this cabin during a visit with our son who attends Virginia Tech. The cabin was perfect and we would certainly like to stay there again sometime. The view from the deck is just stunning; we wish we had better weather to say outside and soak it all in. We highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER W., WARRENTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay (again)!
This is our second time at Lost Horizon. We enjoyed it like last time in 2020 for my husband's birthday. This time we stayed for 4 nights for my daughter's 14th bday. She was thrilled because Debbie hung a banner for her. We did not spend a lot of time in the cabin this time because we explored the area. It's because her place even though hidden and nestled at the top, is close to a lot of stuff. We rented a boat for a day at Mountain 2 Island so the kids can tube. We also went to the Petting zoo/safari and had a lot of fun. We also fished at the dock (Flamingo Cantina) once a day. The first afternoon during our stay, we caught a decent size catfish again and a bunch of little fish. We know the kids will be bored when my husband and I are fishing, so they brought the dominos from the cabin and they also brought their own books to read. My son also enjoyed playing with a lizard again. We also caught a glimpse of two turkeys running as we are driving up one afternoon. As usual, the view at the Lost Horizon is so awesome and very relaxing. Just sitting by the deck while drinking coffee, watching fishing boats pass by, and staring at and listening to the beautiful sound and scenery, makes the 4-hour trip worthwhile. Thanks again for a great vacation at Lost Horizon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Very clean, and lot's to do. We enjoyed our visit to this lovely home and hope to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your adventure awaits!
If you're ready for a break from the crazy city life or just want to breathe some fresh country air and unwind, this cabin is for you! Upon arrival, we found the basic necessities needed for a comfortable week's stay - and the fresh mint along with a Mojito recipe was a nice touch. My family and I enjoyed many walks through the woods, fishing, picking fresh blackberries and raspberries, feeding the owners 58 finned children, rocking and reading on the front porch, and playing cards on the back deck while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the lake and mountains. After long days, taking a hot bath in the old fashioned bathtub or showering in the huge shower was the perfect way to prepare us for a long evening of card games, chit-chatting and shenanigans. Even my 15-year old son was content having the "bachelor pad" of a basement to himself for an entire week! Debbie was amazingly gracious, we could not have ask for a more considerate and responsive host. Thanks again for sharing your charming cabin with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Seagle Owner/Property Manager

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Debbie, the owner, grew up in the New River Valley, and after living all over the world, came back to the most beautiful place she knew of, The New River Valley, to build the cabin as a family getaway from a hectic lifestyle in DC. It was hard to leave again once Lost Horizon was built, so she focused on landscaping around the cabin & on the lakefront, writing, organizing events, enjoying friends & family and producing air shows.
Debbie is a published writer and photographer/videographer in newspapers, magazines and TV throughout the US. She flew around the country with Greg Poe Airshows promoting his sponsor and shooting air-to-air photography for a few years; now, as the owner of Always Eventful, LLC – events company is now back to doing what she does best… planning celebrations & watching guests have fun.
The cabin is a full time vacation property because Debbie likes sharing the joy (and it helps pay the mortgage).
With a flair for making events personal and unique, Debbie has earned the reputation from Hawaii to Europe to the Middle East as the person who can make good things happen in any environment, under any circumstances… In any Event - It will be Always Eventful! (Get it? Like Always Eventful, LLC).

Why they chose this property

The bottom line is written on a sign from her son that hangs above the downstairs fireplace “Family is everything.” Anyone who has been to the cabin has to agree that nothing is better than being at Lost Horizon with a cozy fire in that fireplace or eating on the deck surrounded by fall foliage reflecting on the water, maybe snowed in, or pushing your big brother off the dock then jumping into the canoe to paddle away... Lost Horizon is a place where family and friends gather, people come to celebrate or be alone, find romance or start a new chapter. Lost Horizon is where memories are made.

What makes this property unique

Lost Horizon’s name is inspired from a 1933 novel by English writer James Hilton. It is best remembered as the origin of Shangri-La, a fictional utopian lamasery high in the mountains of Tibet. President Franklin D. Roosevelt named the Presidential hideaway in Maryland after Shangri-La. (It has since been renamed Camp David.) The novel is said to be a loose basis for the film Star Trek: Insurrection.

In the novel, and at Claytor Lake, Lost Horizon is where one finds inner peace, love, and a sense of purpose and whose inhabitants enjoy unheard-of longevity and a true sense of utopia.

Utopia was a name coined by Sir Thomas More meaning 'no where' in Greek. But you will find that ideal places can and do exist. They may only be forgotten or lost lands which you have found. May you find your utopia at Lost Horizon.

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