A step back in time with the comfort of today. Not fancy but affordable.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

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Parking available
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Washer
Fireplace
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

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Blacksburg, VA

Lane Stadium
‪6 min drive‬
Cassell Coliseum
‪6 min drive‬
Virginia Tech University
‪7 min drive‬
Dublin, VA (PSK-New River Valley)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Cozy Cottage is an updated farmhouse with two bed rooms, a well equipped kitchen and two living /family rooms. Each room has its own air conditioner and the cottage is easily warmed by a furnace , room heaters or and electric fireplace. It has one complete bathroom and a half bath off the master bed room. There is a breakfast nook in the eat in kitchen. The kitchen is supplied with most small appliances, a microwave, and a full size range but no dishwasher. The old farmhouse has cable TV and WiFi for guests who like both old and new. While most things at the Cozy Cottage are compact the view and out side are generous. The Cottage sits on almost and acre of lawn and the owners aren't picky about parking on it you need the space. The whole front of the house is a porch complete with rocking chairs and tables that can make this the most popular living/dining room in the house.

Property manager

Curtis Absher

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1. No drugs or smoking. Evidence of either cause refund to be canceled. 2. Off site guests should be family members or no more than double # guest.

3. All furniture should be left where found upon arrival.

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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Blacksburg

Located in Blacksburg, this cottage is in the city centre and in the mountains. Historic Smithfield Plantation and Dixie Caverns are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and English Field. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Geosciences, or check out an event or a game at Soccer/Lacrosse Field. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain climbing nearby.

Blacksburg, VA

What's nearby

Lyric Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Lane Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Cassell Coliseum - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Virginia Tech University - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
LewisGale Hospital Montgomery - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min drive
‪Benny Marzano's - ‬4 min drive
‪PK's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A step back in time with the comfort of today. Not fancy but affordable. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at A step back in time with the comfort of today. Not fancy but affordable.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A step back in time with the comfort of today. Not fancy but affordable.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A step back in time with the comfort of today. Not fancy but affordable. located?

This family-friendly Blacksburg cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lyric Theatre and Virginia Tech University. Museum of Geosciences and Lane Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jean V.

9 Sept 2020

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

Great for family!

Great stay with our 1 year old grandson and daughter and son-in-law. We enjoyed visiting Blacksburg and the cozy cottage was a great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

23 Oct 2019

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

Great homecoming weekend in Blacksburg

Very comfortable place, just as described. Great porch!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

15 Nov 2024

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

Great location!

Great location! Just one mile from downtown which was so convenient for VT football games. Great place to stay for all VT sports. My husband actually walked back to the Cozy Cottage after a basketball game. We stayed 2 full months Sept -Nov and Curtis was readily available every step of the way for any of our questions. We loved the porch sunset views and enjoyed reading out there catching the sunshine as well. Kitchen was fully stocked so we were able to have home cooked meals and all appliances worked well including the full size washer and dryer. There was every convenience like a place to hang your keys, flashlight by the bed, nightlights perfectly placed and so many supplies from kitchen items to cleaning supplies. Also we were so close to restaurants and everything Blacksburg has to offer but away from the Main St traffic on game days. We could not have picked a better location. I loved che hardwood floors in most of the house. We really enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Cottage.

Stayed 60 nights in Sep 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shane C., Richmond, VA

27 Sept 2016

Another great stay

We've stayed at this property at least once a year for the last 7 years and it's always a great stay. The house has everything you could need and the owner is exceptionally helpful. I highly recommend this house for anyone staying in the New River Valley.

10/10 Excellent

Carlton R.

25 Sept 2019

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

Quiet and comfortable

Close to downtown, the quaint house provides ample room.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debby H.

24 May 2018

Great location, great front porch with nice views, great value!

Cozy cottage is a great deal! We stayed for VT graduation. Reasonable price and great location plus a super cute house with a nice front porch. I will definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Meghan C.

1 Jan 2023

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

Cozy cottage

Curtis was very responsive to any issues that arose during our stay. We appreciate his hospitality and would stay there again.

Stayed 42 nights in Nov 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shane C., Richmond, VA

3 Sept 2014

Perfect retreat

This was our 4th or 5th year staying at this property and it just continues to get better. It is the only place I stay in Blacksburg as it has everything you would ever need and feels just like home. The owner is great to work with and goes out of his way to make sure your trip will be perfect.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

29 Apr 2014

Fantastic stay, would not hesitate to book again!

The cozy cottage is a true reflection of Blacksburg, cozy and inviting. We stayed here for the VT spring game and had no issues at all. Place is exactly as described. Plenty of room in the house and a great view of the mountains. Curtis, the owner, was professional and easy to work with. Look forward to staying here again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

29 May 2015

Wonderful!

We had such a great time starting at this cozy home! We rented this for my friend's med school graduation and it had everything we needed. The front porch and front yard were the best part, we spent a lot of time out there looking at the view! Owners were wonderful to work with and very responsive, we will definitely be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erik J., Yorktown, USA

28 July 2016

Cozy Cottage is a homey place to stay!

Our family found the cozy cottage to be a great place to stay while in Blacksburg. The front porch was a nice place to sit and drink coffee in the morning before starting the day. It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Curtis was very concerned about our comfort and called to check in on us while we were there. Overall, it was a very homey place to stay. We will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jaime B.

30 Oct 2017

Perfect Cozy Cottage

Our family just got back from a weekend stay at the Cozy Cottage. We hope to go back again next year! The location was perfect...only 5 minutes into town. The house is bigger than it looks in the pictures. We really enjoyed having two separate livings rooms, since we had a 2 year old that was up early. Great house to stay at!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

30 May 2015

Peaceful and Cozy!

The Cozy Cottage is an excellent choice for anyone visiting Blacksburg. It is a peaceful setting with lots of room to relax indoors and on the property. This was our second stay there celebrating two graduations from Virginia Tech. Perfect for family celebrations. The owners are so pleasant and respond very quickly to questions. They are prepared to meet any needs.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ling L.

28 May 2017

Nice and cute cottage

We spent three nights in this nice and cute cottage for my daughter's graduation. We hosted a small party there and it had everything we needed. When the weather is good, the view is gorgeous. We particularly like the comfortable beds, which gave everyone a sound sleep and full rest each night. The owner Curtis is very friendly and responsive. He always responded to my questions promptly with helpful information.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Ashburn

12 Jan 2017

This was a fun alternative to a hotel for a football game!

We enjoyed staying at the Cozy Cottage- and one of the best things was the owner, Curtis. He was very responsive to questions prior to the rental and then made sure that we knew how everything worked when we got there. It was true southern hospitality! Sitting on the front porch with my coffee looking at the mountains was wonderful- this really did feel like a vacation rather than a rushed tailgate weekend. The home is cozy- make sure you look at all the pictures on the wall to see some of Blacksburg history! We enjoyed staying there a lot. Note the description is very accurate, so you are pleasantly aware of everything when you open the door!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shane C., Richmond, VA

24 Aug 2015

Great stay during the summer

We normally stay at the Cozy Cottage during football season, by my wife and I were able to come for a summer weekend getaway and we just had the BEST TIME! There are so many other activities to do around the area - we went kayaking on the New River (about a 20 min drive from Blacksburg) and fished for about 8 hours! There's also the Cascades which is has a trail leading to the waterfall. It was also nice to go around downtown Blacksburg when the restaurants and bars aren't so crowded when school starts. We recommend visiting Blacksburg during the off-season - it was a nice break from our busy lives! (Also, Carol Lee Donuts isn't too far from the Cozy Cottage - amazing donuts that we enjoyed on the front porch of the Cozy Cottage with coffee).

6/10 Okay

Mary W.

6 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Needs TLC

My husband and I stayed at the Cozy Cottage for 10 days in August with our two retrievers. The location and size of the cottage were great, and the owner was easy to contact and attentive. The property needs some repairs and deep cleaning. The family room flooded after a thunderstorm and the ceiling was damaged in a bedroom. The bathroom fan and some of the AC units weren't clean - dust and dirt accumulations. The kitchen range, cabinets and cookware need a thorough cleaning. We were glad to have the space for our dogs and appreciate the owner's waiver of a pet fee due to the flooding issue.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

T. M., NJ

7 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs repairs and some care

Worst vrbo stay I've ever had unfortunately. Arrived in evening to find things covered in dust and more, spent 2 hours cleaning before we felt comfortable staying, especially due to covid. Finally went to take showers only to find the hot water diverter was not working. Took lukewarm showers after owner came by to tighten what he could until he could get a plumber out. Couple days later plumber said can't fix so we were offered house next door. We declined to move again as didn't want to spend another day cleaning yet another property, but agreed to use of the shower there as no one else was staying and we need decent shower at least. Next day was getting ready to go out and had NO water...called owner he had someone go over and found the well pump had shut off. Next day came home and walked into flooding rec room, tried to determine source but could not and reported to owner immediately so he could get someone out to investigate source/fix leak. If you are reading this, confirm this home is in proper working order before booking. The owners are nice and live out of state but happened to be in town for a visit - they were unaware of the conditions and they did give a partial refund for our troubles. However, the party they have entrusted this place to is clearly not worthy of it. It is sad to see such a cute place go too ruin because of such neglect and it certainly should not be listed for rental unless and until all repairs are made and these issues are addressed.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

19 Oct 2022

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

Convenient and Cozy

Property was as described. Access to downtown Blacksburg and Lane Stadium was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

19 Feb 2022

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

Cozy Cottage

Quaint cottage in the hills setting and close to great eating places.

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

24 Oct 2021

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

Cute cottage

Very cute cottage… interior could use some updating however it is as advertised, a budget accommodation. Great location, beautiful views! Beds very very comfortable. Everything needed was provided just wish there was a clean sponge for each new guest as jo dishwasher and the sponge smelled at bit. Otherwise great property for the price!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly l.

18 Oct 2021

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

Convenient and comfortable

Home conveniently located close to Vtech. Comfortable and clean. Sitting on the porch watching the deer frolic across the street while having coffee was a big bonus! We enjoyed our stayx

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

14 Oct 2021

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

Clean, comfortable, good location

Curtis was very responsive and everything was clean and comfortable. We loved the location and the porch. Would stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

7 Oct 2021

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

Great location for attending VT football game

This is a cozy place. Enjoyed watching deer roam across the street. The listing describes it accurately. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Thomas W.

30 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

VT parent weekend cottage stay

Great location close to VT campus, necessities covered, borderline charming. Unfortunately, it took a while for the musty smell to dissipate. It was the first thing we experienced as we entered the cottage. We bought some scented candles to mask the odor. A heavy squall during our second night caused water to seep under the backdoor and into the rug refreshing odor. We made it work by spending most of our time on campus or outside the cottage. The cottage would benefit from a good purging. There were old publications, broken carts, dead house plants cluttering the living spaces. We loved the front porch but the cable strung between and locking the rocking chairs to the porch detracted from the charm. We expected a little more for the surge pricing caused by parent weekend but satisfied with our first stay in Blacksburg.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Curtis Absher

We purchased the old farm house so that we could update it and enjoy it while sharing in the care of elderly parents that lived next door. Curtis' Dad
built the neighboring home place in which Curtis grew up and he played with the boys that lived in the Poff house. So while location was the main incentive to buy the house there was also a sentimental facet. In those care giving years, we generally came for a week but sometimes those weeks got extended. When we got the house livable we were able to give the parents the privacy of their own home and we had a short retreat. We never had the illusion of making a 'purse out of a sow's ear' as local folks might say but we wanted to blend the past with the present as we furnished and decorated the cottage from attics, consignment and yard sales, and thrift shops. We wanted the cottage to reflect its surroundings and the people of the area. We selected photographs and paintings that featured Virginia artists and scenes that could be seen only a short drive from the house.
Occasionally a Kentucky picture or book may show up in the cottage, something that we bring from our Old Kentucky Home. But as a Blacksburg native and a Hokie, Curtis still has much loyalty to his Old Virginia Home.

Why they chose this property

The Cozy Cottage stands out because of its simplicity. There are some unique antiques and some plain old used furniture. But there is a blending of old and new; for example, the master bedstead is antique metal ( as is the rare find metal dresser) but it has an up-to-date memory foam mattress. The property used to be out in the country but now it is less than a 1/4 mile from Blacksburg's City limits. In minutes you can be in town or back out in the mountains. It is almost like having a mountain chalet with pizza delivery service. And no one has ever complained about not finding a place to park.

What makes this property unique

In addition to convient location the Cozy Cottage has cable TV, WiFi, a washer and dryer, an almost completely furnished kitchen ( no dish washer). Many guests have called it their home away from home. It is not fancy but it is homey!

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