Hidden Historic 12 Arcres In Downtown Abingdon, Walk To The Creeper Trail!

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

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Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Abingdon, VA

Abingdon Courthouse
‪7 min walk‬
Barter Theatre
‪9 min walk‬
Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon
‪15 min walk‬
Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Mont Calm is a Historic Landmark on the National Register, built by Governor David Campbell in 1827. The Guesthouse sits on a quiet 12 acres in the center of Abingdon. The driveway meets the Virginia Creeper Trail head in town. The Barter Theatre, restaurants, shopping and the rest of Downtown are only a short walk away! Easily access all that the area has to offer like hiking, fly fishing, mtn biking, rock climbing, etc. The Guesthouse is quite modest but should have everything you need. One bedroom has a queen and a twin, one a full size, a queen, and a twin, and the third has bunk beds. The is one full bath and one half bath. The living room has a 47" flat screen tv, with digital antenna(no cable), DVD, and Amazon Fire TV/Wifi. There is a dining room off of the fully equipped kitchen. Coffee maker, toaster, microwave, oven/range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. We have fans in every room, ac units, and a furnace in the winter time. There is a front porch and back porch and a massive front yard! You will not find a better location!

Property manager

Frank Goodpasture IV

Premier Host

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is a historic property. Please treat it with respect.

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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

About the area

Abingdon

Located in Abingdon, this holiday home is in the city centre. Barter Theatre and White's Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center and Adventure Damascus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fred Selfe Stadium or Fullerton Field.

Abingdon, VA

What's nearby

Abingdon Courthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Barter Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Johnston Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
‪Fiddler's - ‬6 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
‪JJ's Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Historic 12 Arcres In Downtown Abingdon, Walk To The Creeper Trail! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Historic 12 Arcres In Downtown Abingdon, Walk To The Creeper Trail!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Historic 12 Arcres In Downtown Abingdon, Walk To The Creeper Trail!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Historic 12 Arcres In Downtown Abingdon, Walk To The Creeper Trail! located?

Located in the heart of Abingdon, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Abingdon Courthouse and Barter Theatre. The Arts Depot and Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

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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

REN M.

9 Feb 2025

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

Perfect location

Great stay in a vintage home. Next to Virginia creeper and easy walk to down town

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

liz p.

25 Nov 2024

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

The 2024 Great Abingdon Descent

Great location in a charming town. Perfect for visiting out of town family members. We even had snow and the Christmas decorations were up. Everything was delightful. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy G.

30 Nov 2024

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

Perfect size, perfect location

This guest cottage, on the property of a beautiful antebellum home, was perfect for my mother, sister, sister-in-law, and me. It's right across the street from the trailhead of the Virginia Creeper trail, and only 2 blocks from the main street in town. The kitchen was stocked well enough that we cooked several meals there, but we also availed ourselves of some of the nice restaurants in town. Loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

29 July 2024

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

Great Location!

Beautiful property and great location to The Virginia Creeper Trail and downtown Abingdon.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne V.

21 Oct 2024

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

Great Abingdon get away location

My husband and I choose to stay here while visiting the Abingdon area. The house was perfect. Liked that because of the acreage it did not seem like we were in a town. Other than the train, it was very quiet. Rode our bikes to the Creeper trail from the house. Walked into town to get dinner. Easy to get to the other destinations we wanted to visit (e.g. Great Channels, Grayson Highlands State Park). Sweetbay Brewery had very good beer. Owner was very receptive to my inquiries. Would highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

29 May 2018

A nice place to get away that is in walking distance from town and biking distance to the trail

We enjoyed our time here and the hosts were great

Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

30 May 2022

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

Perfect place to stay in Abingdon VA

Quiet location, lots of privacy yet walking distance to downtown

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

5 May 2024

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

Rustic Charm

Brought a family of 8 to ride The Creeper and enjoy Abingdon. The property was just as described and the check-in/out was easy. Ample room to gather and play games when the weather turned against us and close to enough restaurants to keep us well fed without too much drive time. It was a total pleasure.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne G.

25 July 2023

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

Overnight in Abington

We broke up a long drive with an overnight stay here at this quaint guesthouse on historic property. It's very private, quiet and delightfully close to the Virginia Creeper Trail -- just a pleasant stroll away. The owner was accommodating and very quick to respond to questions. We hope to be back!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

18 Oct 2023

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

Very Special

Historic guesthouse of an 1827 mansion on 12 beautiful acres of lawns and woods. Completely private, yet centrally located. The wonderful Virginia Creeper Trail begins at the end of the drive, and a grocery store, farmer’s market, Barter Theater, and Main Street shops and restaurants are a short walk away.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

27 Nov 2022

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

Comfortable and relaxing.

Lovely cottage in a peaceful location where we saw lots of deer in the yard. We went to the Barter Theater, visited lots of shops, went on the Creeper Trail twice, and hiked to see the ponies in Grayson County. We had a lovely week away.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

9 Feb 2023

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

Beautiful property and convenient

We loved staying in Frank's extra home. He share the very interesting history of the property that looks over the town in the winter. Walkable to the Va Creeper and to restaurants. After leaving behind a speaker, the hosts graciously sent it to me. Such a cute town and great hosts!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

5 Oct 2020

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

Base camp for the Yeti 100

We used the property as our base camp as I ran the Yeti 100 on the VA Creeper Trail. The house is settled in secluded wooded area yet in the middle of town and right at the end of the trail. There was plenty of space we were able sit and relax after the race. I would gladly stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

6 Oct 2023

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

Hidden gem

It was a lovely historic bachelor's quarters for a historic home built in 1827 and added on to during the 1930's. There was plenty of room for eight people if needed. It sat on a 12 acre property surrounded by woods so you didn't even feel like you were in the middle of town. My dog was happy sniffing all the rabbit holes and watching the deer that hid in the woods and fed on the lawn.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

25 June 2022

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

Conveniently located.

Loved the location, that it is pet friendly, clean and provided all that is needed for a very comfortable stay. It can be a little tricky to find at first. But once you do, oh my! Private with a big yard for your pooch to run around in and you can walk to popular spots in Abingdon. It has a lot of character and some wear due to its age. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

23 July 2022

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

Abingdon Birthday Visit

We had a lovely stay. It was my friend’s birthday, and she wanted to do the trail. I had a little trouble finding the place and told my friends to look for Mont Calm. That tip helped them immensely. The house was a little dark so we spent time on the porch. The surroundings were beautiful. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn F., Raleigh

28 Dec 2022

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

Older home that is full of character.

This home is just as pictured. I love the character of older homes and imagining, how it was lived in. One reviewer complained that it needed a full renovation. NO it doesn't. Perfectly charming! The grounds of the home were so peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenn F., Mechanicsburg

17 Oct 2017

Enjoyed our stay!

We traveled to the area for a race on the Virginia Creeper Trail. We brought with us our two children, our parents and our well behaved Australian Shepherd. It was a great space with plenty of room for all of us to fit comfortably. The large yard was a godsend for our children and shepherd's entertainment. The Goodpasture family was very hospitable and accomodated our frequent traffic in and out for the race. We will certainly consider staying again if in the area. We live in an older farmhouse ourselves so we greatly appreciated the history, functionality and charm of all it's unique characteristics.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

mary w.

18 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Dated & worn out in good location

Sadly, the house is musty with old and worn out furniture. The mattresses were soft, lumpy and slanted. On arrival the one shower was broken - at best a very tiny trickle of water came out. We did not contact the owner as we did not want to be disturbed. The house was very hard to find ( a small private road behind a strip center on a busy road ) but was very quiet and private with a huge yard that is shared with the owner's large house. The unit was walking distance to the historic downtown and the fantastic Creeper Trail. The house had many chairs and was well equipped with dishes, pots and pans and utensils. It only had one small broken ice cube tray - no ice maker. Rooms mostly had room air conditioners which were plenty for our stay in late July. Town of Abingdon was fabulous - plenty to do nearby - biking, kayaking, hiking etc. Plenty of restaurant options with outdoor eating or take out. Tavern & Peppermill were particulary good. Anthony's Desserts was also excellent. Owners were easy to contact.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Christine D.

15 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Location was great, owners were friendly, but the house has major problems

The major draw for this property is its location. It is literally at the entrance of the VA Creeper Trail, and a short walk to a lovely, historic downtown. Frank was an attentive and friendly host. He checked in on us a couple of times, and brought us an outdoor garbage can when we requested one. Unfortunately, the house had some major problems that couldn't be quickly fixed or addressed. In the VRBO description, the house is described as modest, but that it had all you would need for a fun vacation. There were several things this house did not have that caused frustration and discomfort, the most important being an adequate supply of water. I have lived in an old house before, and I am aware of the headaches of maintaining a property with old plumbing, but I think it is inappropriate to advertise a home to families when there is inadequate water supply. Basically, our family of six found that we could either take a shower, run the dishwasher, or wash clothes at one time, but if we tried to do two things at once the water would run dry. The overall maintenance of the house needs to be addressed.: A door came off its hinges while opening it., the paint on the back porch was peeling off, and the railings for the back porch would not adequately protect younger guests from falling. The cabinet drawers in the kitchen were very difficult to open. The house is musty. This place could be an amazing destination with some investments, but as it is now, in my opinion, it is not worth the money they are asking per night.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin P.

29 Oct 2022

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

Abingdon Rental

The Abingdon rental had a great location and Frank was very easy to communicate with. The property itself needs some TLC to justify the nightly rate that is being charged. It has a lot of potential but a bit of maintenance needs to be done. We loved the layout of the home and with the proper repairs this could be an absolutely lovely destination.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

12 Apr 2022

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

Lovely guest house.

Expensive unless you go with a bigger group. Plenty of space. Overall very charming. Enjoyed watching the deer cross the lawns. And being on a beautiful property that is private but close to everything from the Theater to the Creeper Trail to the grocery store and resturants.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

6 Apr 2022

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

Nice

Very clean, spacious, and conveniently located to the Creeper Trail!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

28 Nov 2021

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

Family Memories

This old home had much character and full of memories and love over the years.. Great stay and, memories for my family...

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

18 Oct 2021

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

The best!

Brought my sons and their significant others to the creeper trail. It was great to all stay together, and relax in the large living room together. The house was very clean, cozy and charming. I love the fact that it an historic home. Great location, walking distance to restaurants and shops! Would definitely stay here again and probably will. We do the creeper once a year!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Frank Goodpasture IV

I grew up in this area and my family has owned this property for well over 100 years. My Great Great Grandfather built the Virginia/Carolina Railroad, now known as the Virginia Creeper Trail. My wife(Lizzie) and I are happy to host , and we appreciate you choosing our guesthouse. We will do all that we can to make your stay enjoyable.