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Guesthouse in Church Road

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Heron Rock: Lakefront Cottage on Lake Chesdin

Enjoy peaceful lakefront living at Heron Rock Cottage, where you can stroll through the woods, swim or fish off the dock, paddle the lake in kayaks, or simply relax and enjoy the wildlife and beautiful sunsets. Situated on 6 acres in Dinwiddie County, this newly renovated cottage includes 2 bedrooms, full bath, full kitchen, living room with fireplace and private patio with dining area. Your stay includes full access to the grounds and dock and you are welcome to tie up a boat if you bring one.

Sep 17 – 24

ﺩ.ﺇ499 per night

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Cabin in Blackstone

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

Rustic Secluded Cabin at Whetstone Creek Farm

Unwind in your own forest retreat. Enjoy waking up in the king size bed to views of trees, a well appointed open floor plan, and a front porch made for sitting! Listen to rain on the tin roof or enjoy a bonfire in the fire pit after taking a stroll down 2 miles of wooded trails or wading in the creek. Stay connected with high speed wifi. Wildlife abounds on our woodland plant farm. Approximately 15 minutes from Ft. Barfoot, this is the perfect place to stay in Blackstone if you want to get away!

Aug 6 – 13

ﺩ.ﺇ488 per night

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Condo in Moneta

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

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.

Mar 13 – 20

ﺩ.ﺇ390 per night

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Tent in Fairfield

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1059 reviews

Tipi with a great view of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Our small family farm is conveniently located 10 minutes from Interstates 81/64 and historic Lexington, Virginia. The Tipi has amazing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and all the wonders our little farm and community has to offers. We are convenient to many local attractions like hiking, swimming, brewery and vineyard tours and yet secluded enough to heal your stress, enjoy time with your family or simply a special time away from the grind. Come stay with us! You deserve sincere hospitality!

Dec 5 – 12

ﺩ.ﺇ379 per night

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Cabin in Schuyler

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Cozy cabin for 2 w/mountain views & trails

Cozy cabin in the woods with beautiful mountain views from covered back deck! Perfect for nature lovers, couples, singles. Ideal for a peaceful escape or visiting local wine/brew trail. While remote, also a convenient base to visit area attractions, hikes & easy drive to C'ville. Relax on the covered back deck watching the sunset and wildlife. Over 2 miles of wooded trails on property for guest use. 15-20 min walk through woods trails (part of this walk is on a hill) to access Rockfish River.

Feb 14 – 21

ﺩ.ﺇ528 per night

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Cabin in Buckingham

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews

Lotus View Retreat in Yogaville / Cabin

Beautiful Log Cabin with a separate bedroom with queen-size bed, and a sleeping/meditation loft, full kitchen, full bath, a semi-wraparound deck and a covered porch. The cabin deck is excellent for star gazing on the clear night sky There is a laundry machine available for stays longer than 5 days. The oven is temporarily out-of-service but if you need access to one please let me know and we can arrange for that. The stovetop has a substitute double burner hot plate for the time being.

Nov 30 – Dec 7

ﺩ.ﺇ439 per night

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Tiny home in Bedford

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

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. 15min to Town of Bedford and D-Day Memorial. 35min to Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Smith Mtn Lake. Friendly dogs may occasionally visit from my mother’s house next door. (Look for Wind Tides Farm sign).

Dec 20 – 27

ﺩ.ﺇ575 per night

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Cabin in Brookneal

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Rustic Cabin on a 350+ acre Camp

This charming rustic cabin is located at Hat Creek Camp, a 350+ acre camp with over 7 miles of hiking trails and two lakes. The cabin has three rooms, a bedroom, bathroom, and common space/kitchen. The kitchen includes a stove, fridge, blender, coffee maker, and microwave. The bedroom has a Queen bed, and the bathroom has a spacious shower. This cabin is small but very personable, around the camp it is affectionately known as The Pickle. Perfect for quiet getaways in the country.

Mar 21 – 28

ﺩ.ﺇ234 per night

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Tiny home in Scottsville

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviews

Rare Find: Private Animal Sanctuary & Tiny Cottage

Voted one of the coolest Airbnbs in Virginia by Trips to Discover! Voted one of the top 12 tiny houses in Virginia by Trip101! Peaceful, safe, and magical are just a few words guests use to describe our farm. It's the perfect retreat to relax and reconnect with yourself and nature. Enjoy exploring the farm, spending time with our animals, and stargazing by the firepit. We invite you to soak in all the richness the farm and animals have to offer. We’re also 420 friendly.

Feb 17 – 24

ﺩ.ﺇ454 per night

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Cabin in Vesuvius

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Whimsical Creekside Cabin

Escape to our cabin in the Blue Ridge Mountains! Fall asleep to sounds of Little Mary’s Creek, enjoy your coffee on the wrap around deck, or delight in exploring your own 7 acres in the forest. Our cabin is a cheerful, clean cottage to come home to- or decide to spend your days on property splashing in the creek and sitting out by the fire pit. We invite you to embrace our simpler way of life where we wholeheartedly believe that life is to be enjoyed and not endured.

Sep 27 – Oct 4

ﺩ.ﺇ434 per night

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Cottage in Powhatan

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

Horse Farm 1 nights/pets($75 Sun-Thu$145 Fri/Sat)

"The Hobbit House". There is a loft upstairs with a queen size bed. Down stairs has a large bathroom, kitchen with sink, stove, oven, and microwave, complimentary kitchen-cups and oatmeal . There is a twin sleeper sofa in living room. Front and back porch, wireless internet and RukuTv. 14 acre farm with walking trails and creek. Pet fee $50. All monies go toward our Horse and livestock sanctuary 501c nonprofit. Cleaning Fee is $50 Airbnb spreads out in nightly rate.

Jul 31 – Aug 7

ﺩ.ﺇ478 per night

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Guesthouse in Chesterfield

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Gorgeous Creek View from your Private Eyrie

Enjoy a relaxing view of Falling Creek from the second floor apartment with a private entrance and balcony. The wall of windows overlooks a secluded backyard with visiting deer, heron, owls, and other wildlife. Sit by the pond and creek in or fire pit. The property offers off street parking in a safe neighborhood which is located 20 minutes from downtown Richmond, 10 mins to Midlothian and Chesterfield, 3 mins to Swim RVA. 15 mins to the airport or train station.

Aug 4 – 11

ﺩ.ﺇ377 per night