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Welcoming Country Apartment
Our private apartment is a lovely retreat on a country road with mountain views. Come rest and rejuvenate in our quiet getaway or enjoy a scenic walk. We offer a full efficiency with wifi, Dish, and flatscreen TV for your enjoyment. Full kitchen, washer, dryer, and private patio for your use. We are located just three minutes from Sweet Briar College, 20 minutes from Liberty University, and 20 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Close to restaurants and downtown Amherst. Various orchards and historical landmarks dot the landscape. Come and enjoy!

Pear Blossom Cottage - A Tiny House Retreat
Come enjoy the quietness and beauty of the countryside in this lovely and comfortable Tiny House. Minimalist living in a secluded and quiet country setting, but with all the comforts. Enjoy a full-size shower and regular toilet in this tiny place - no roughing it here. There is everything you might want for an enjoyable stay: Relax outside around the fire-pit, play games inside, take a walk in the country or read on the wonderful king-sized mattress in the loft. You'll be refreshed.

Safe and Sound (8 minutes from Liberty University)
One bedroom/ terrace apartment. Apartment has a full kitchen and deck area. There is a private parking space (room for two cars) and private entrance. The bedroom has a full bed. There is also a full air mattress for extra guests. The bathroom is off of the bedroom. We are about 6 minutes from Liberty University, 8 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from Lynchburg College and 20 minutes from the hospitals. Discounts are given for stays seven or more days. The television is a Roku.

The Old Parsonage in The Blue Ridge
The Old Parsonage is the perfect place to spend your get-away days. you can even work from this "home away from home". We have installed high speed internet and TV, so you can stay Remote and Connected. Consider staying a week... or two! With spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in every direction, and a big country breakfast with fresh eggs from our free range chickens, you will feel right at home as soon as you arrive. Melt into the peace and beauty of Central Virginia.

Woody’s🪵 Cabin in the Woods!
‼️PLEASE NOTE: The driveway is well-maintained gravel, but it is steep. To preserve its condition and avoid getting spinning tires, 4 wheel drive or all-wheel drive is highly recommended. Thank you for your understanding!‼️ Woody’s is the perfect place to rest and relax. This gem of a cabin is nestled in a beautiful part of Virginia, surrounded by the majestic George Washington National Forest. Woody’s is only 30 minutes from Madison Heights and 37 minutes from downtown Lynchburg.

Dee's Cozy Haven~Mountain Views, HOT tub
Need a quiet get-away? You've got the it!!! Enjoy the deck, HOT TUB, gorgeous mountain view and lovely night music. This home has a living room, furnished kitchen, bathroom, & bedroom with a queen bed on the main floor, 2 loft floor mattresses; basement has a full bed and bathroom. A gas grill and fire ring are provided. You will have Wifi, Roku TV screens, puzzles, card games, and corn hole. The Blue Ridge Parkway is nearby. This cabin is 15 min from the AT at mile marker 809.1.

Dogwood Suite at Open Heart Inn
Welcome to your country retreat! This unique section of the farmhouse was originally built in 1840, and features a cozy, king-sized bed. Relax on your private front porch, enjoy the views from the back patio, explore our 10 acres of farmland, take in the dogwoods and beautiful flowers, and get away from it all! Minutes from the Appalachian Trail, Devil's Backbone, and much more-- we are perfectly located to explore the trails, breweries, and wineries of scenic Nelson County.

Downtown Lynchburg Loft - Doors that Open to St.
Historic meets modern in this fully furnished loft apartment in the heart of Downtown Lynchburg. Located right across from Lynchburg's "LOVE" sign. Views of Percival’s Isle. Exposed brick, hardwood flooring. One bedroom, one bath unit close to so many wonderful restaurants and shops! Queen size bed. Stove, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Washer/dryer in unit. Parking included as well! Key code entry only! There are also beautiful doors that open onto Washington St. No pets!

A Skipper's Historic HULLY~King Bed~ Private Apt
Walk 3 minutes to get your latte at Golf Park! In colonial Rivermont, named for her shiplap walls, plank floors, and fun decor. She's a rustic, tiny house-like basement apartment. A boaty-feel on a quiet, family-friendly, dead-end street with easy parking! Relax in your home away from home, fast Wi-Fi. Take a stroll/run around, miles of sidewalks - lovely architecture all around. Enjoy eateries & parks on Rivermont with just a 5-min walk. Fabulous coffee bar...

The Vixen House
This cozy and comfortable home is located within the charming Town of Amherst in a quiet neighborhood very close to Sweet Briar College. It is only a short drive from Lynchburg yet is also convenient to other area attractions, such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, Mt. Pleasant Scenic Area, Wintergreen Resort, and an assortment of local restaurants, wineries, and breweries, including the Rt. 151 "Brew Ridge Trail."

Amazing Woodland Retreat - 15 min to Liberty, UofL
This cozy woodland retreat cottage has everything you're looking for - a quiet, secluded stay, centrally located and just 15 minutes from Liberty University, The University of Lynchburg, and Downtown Lynchburg. Enjoy the privacy of an entire home, cook in the full kitchen, take a walk in the woods, and enjoy the view from the screened-in porch! You may even spy some deer or other wildlife while you enjoy your morning coffee!

The Cabin at Morris Orchard.
Enjoy a peaceful stay in our early 1800’s log cabin. The Cabin sits at the heart of Morris Orchard, a Virginia Century Farm. From the cabin porch, you will look across the pond and enjoy a view of High Peak Mountain, apple orchards, hayfields, and cattle grazing in the pastures. The cabin has been beautifully renovated, preserving the charm and history of the cabin, while adding all the modern amenities you would expect.
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