Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bedford County

Fun Lake Getaway with Breathtaking Views

Fantastic getaway on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake! Enjoy stunning views on two sides of this top-floor, corner condo with a wrap-around deck and natural shade. It is perfect for a relaxing break or an adventure! Activities include boating (with guest docks), swimming (indoor and outdoor), pickle ball, working out, and relaxing in the hot tub, steam room or sauna! If you are working remotely, this quiet space includes a desk and high-speed wireless. The individual HVAC unit also has a UV light.

Gateway Cottage. Historic Homeplace+Mountain Views

We have some surprises for you at Gateway Cottage! We hope you'll come share them. It's the historic homeplace for a family of seven who lived here for 100 years. It's now a blend of farmhouse and contemporary. This cottage is also a blend of country and town, with plenty of space to spread out, relax, walk our 3 acres, view mountains, and watch the deer. Need something you might have at home? I bet we've thought of it! You'll be surprised to find how well-equipped Gateway Cottage is.

Newly Remodeled Tiny Barn Studio 3 Miles to LU

PLEASE NOTE our animals have moved back to our new Airbnb farm stay in Bedford. Guests staying with us in Lynchburg can visit our baby goats and petting zoo free of charge at our Peaks of Otter Farm stay. 25 baby goats as of 3-31-25! ROMANTIC, BEAUTIFUL, UNIQUE and COZY is how our guests describe our barn studios. The studio apartments offer private baths, private entrances, kitchenettes with fridge and microwave. We are 3 miles to LU in a great part of town and close to food and shopping.

Glen Forest

Welcome to Glen Forest! Enjoy this private, terrace level apartment in a lovely, quiet park-like setting just minutes from Lynchburg. Relax at the fire pit in the Glen or your private patio. Feel right at home with full kitchen with dishwasher, access to W/D for week long stays, and several nearby restaurants/services, colleges and tourist sites: LC 9 miles, LU 11, RC 12, Poplar Forest-4, D-Day Memorial 20, Peaks of Otter- 24. Your comfort and privacy are important to us. Come visit!

Tiny house & hot tub, w/gorgeous mountain views!

Peaceful tiny house with amazing view of Sharp Top Mountain! Features: hot tub, outdoor dining area, small kitchenette amenities, and smart-tv w/firestick (must use your hotspot to stream). 10 min to BR Parkway, Peaks of Otter, and Claytor Nature Center. Wineries, orchards, and hiking nearby. Friendly dogs may occasionally visit from my mother’s house next door. (Look for Wind Tides Farm sign). ***If booking in winter months, keep in mind the wind tends to be heavy, depending on weather.***

The Cozy Cottage

Escape to our delightful cottage, nestled in a peaceful and serene setting, just minutes from everything Lynchburg! Located at the end of a safe and quiet neighborhood street resting on 1.5 acres, this charming retreat offers the ideal mix of tranquility and convenience. Only 7 minutes from Liberty University and less than 30 minutes to the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll have easy access to the best of both worlds—nature and city life. You will love our cute & cozy cottage!

Forest Cabin Retreat | Hot Tub & Creekside

Welcome to The Cabin! •15 min to the Blue Ridge Parkway •20 min to Smith Mountain Lake •25 min to Downtown Roanoke •40 min to Peaks of Otter Follow our IG @rambleonpines for cabin tours and photos Awaiting guests deep in the poplars that over took this holler years ago after all the green beans and potato crops were pulled from this fertile soil, is a modern chic cabin over looking a babbling creek with all the luxuries one would need for a weekend away from the grind of life.

Cozy, Beautiful 1br- Private entry - 10 min to LU!

Only 10 minutes from Liberty University and 20 minutes from Downtown Lynchburg! After a day of adventuring, come unwind in our cozy bungalow! With over 800sqft, this newly renovated basement unit is spacious, beautiful, clean and cozy. We are serious about coffee, so we’ve outfitted a great coffee bar. Make yourself a cup using our Nespresso, or go traditional with a Chemex and ground beans. As a courtesy, we provide some light breakfast options - cereal and oatmeal packets.

Tiny Cabin in a Country Forest

Far removed from the road and any city noise, our cabins are nestled in-between pastures full of horses and cows, within an easy walk of a healthy creek and fishing pond. Between our breathtaking sunsets and our add-on options (horseback riding, wagon rides, hiking, fishing, a free petting zoo, etc.), there's not much that can beat the value of our facility. You get privacy without isolation, outdoors without "roughing" it, and all within an easy drive of Smith Mountain Lake.

Luxe Cinema Master Suite + 3 KING Beds + Extras

Your private CINE-PLEX! Club Gym, FIVE Amazon Fire TVs, 3 KING beds, Master Suite, 110in screen, 3-tier seating, smart lighting in every room, whole-home audio, XBOX Series S, Alexa! Easy PARKING right at the front door. YouTube Video Tour search Guelzo Experiences. Created for you by a sound designer whose resume includes Fast & Furious 7, Robocop, and more! We love movies and want to share something only a professional’s touch could craft, a multiplex viewing experience!

Mountain Farm/Scottish Highland Cows/Donkeys/Horse

Within the Blue Ridge Mountains sits our family farm. The guest house is on our 54 acre farm that offers woodland views. Our 1800-square ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, boasts accommodations for up to 8 lucky guests. Walk the property & enjoy our animals, trails & mountains. Enjoy a relaxing campfire, visit a winery, head over to LU or one of our local wedding venues. Make the most of your next VA mountain getaway, at our private guest house! We can accommodate your pups!

Horse-pitality in the Hills of Roanoke

Come relax on our happy farm in the magical mists of the Roanoke Valley! Our private guest suite with its own entrance & patio is serenely located amidst lovely views of our landscaped gardens, playful horses, & magnificent mountains. If you want a place to kick back, unwind, & rejuvenate, our comfy guest suite is for you! We welcome singles, couples, small families, long-term guests and the family dog for an addition charge. Please see our requests in our house rules.