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Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Fireplace
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

High speed Wi-Fi added June 2023.
It’s mountain viewing and festival time in the Blue Ridge Mountains! Sycamore Shade is located on the banks of the Piney River in Roseland, Virginia. A short drive from Charlottesville, Lexington, Lynchburg and Staunton.

Our cottage is a great place to relax on the deck or read in the hammock. Native brook trout and wild brown trout populate the river. There are fishing tackle, snorkel masks and inner tubes for enjoying the river. The house is nestled between the Cardinal and the Little Priest mountains in the Blue Ridge Religious Range. The George Washington National Forest adjoins the property.

Excursions can include hiking the nearby Appalachian Trail, four-wheeling up the Shoe Creek jeep trail, or mountain- biking the gravel roads that follow the river. Wintergreen ski resort is a short 25 minute drive. There are numerous wineries, breweries and orchards nearby, and to check for festivals and tastings at these go to The Nelson County visitor’s website.

The trilliums laurel and jack-in-the-pulpits bloom in spring. Summer is just fun because the water is warm enough (but still mountain spring fed cool) to tube or swim. Fall is spectacular because the trees are ablaze with autumn color, and the brookies can be seen spawning from the deck. Watching a movie from the extensive library of DVDs with a fire going in the woodstove is the way to relax in winter after an afternoon of skiing at Wintergreen.

It is always about 10 degrees cooler at Sycamore Shade than it is in the city, and the river makes a tranquil sound splashing over the rocks any time of year. Regardless of the season, when you pull into the driveway at Sycamore Shade, you will decompress and feel the peace and calm that that this home by a running stream always produces.

This is a truly relaxing off the grid experience allowing vacationers totally unwind.

Keywords: relaxing, cabin retreat, bungalow, honeymoon, Lodge charming , fishing, waterfront, River, Quaint, cottage, mountains, hiking, Blue Ridge, Appalachian trail

Property manager

Cabell Gorman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: One With a 100.00 pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No children under the age of 6

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: You must contact the owner.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Retreat Piney River. Relaxing Blue Ridge Mountain
Waterfront Retreat Piney River. Relaxing Blue Ridge Mountain

About the area

Map
Roseland, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 23 min drive
  • Crabtree Falls - 31 min drive
  • Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery - 40 min drive
  • Reids Gap Trailhead - 45 min drive
  • Wintergreen Resort - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose Isle Farm Brewers Grain-Fed Beef - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. located?

This family-friendly Roseland cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps away from George Washington National Forest and Priest Wilderness. Crabtree Falls and Woodson's Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Wonderful retreat
Beautiful home in outstanding mountain setting
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

❤️Roseland
Best short get away for my family! Beautiful home and surroundings! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Perfection
My second visit to this lovely property. The weather and surroundings were excellent and the fish were biting!! Would not change a thing. This is now a favorite place for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue b.

Great relaxing way to end the year
Great relaxing way to end the year We thoroughly enjoyed Unwinding in a quiet relax setting with a fantastic fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Lovely setting and fun for kids
We loved our stay. There were a few minor issues that the owner said would be fixed soon. We loved the stream and natural setting as well as all the extras we found to keep the kids entertained - inner tubes, foosball, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindi R.

Sycamore Shade
Second visit-absolutely loved it and will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Peaceful
What a picturesque spot! We spent much of our time outside on the deck of this wonderful home! The house was welcoming, the beds comfortable and it had everything we needed for our long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

Sycamore Shade is a great home in a beautiful setting
Our family of 5 (2 college sons and their Aunt) and a Springer spaniel had a great visit to this Piney River home. It was perfect setting for a post-holiday wind down and easy access to the national forest where we hiked and fished. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil B.

Graduation Weekend
The location is lovely. The only challenge is the trash situation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Weekend in Paradise
This was our second visit to this precious home and we hope to return again. We played games, completed a puzzle and enjoyed nice meals together. This home sits close to the river, with a fire pit on the bank, providing a perfect place to sit and enjoy nature. It is very relaxing and peaceful place to spend the weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

stephen k.

Liked: Location
delightful home
Great kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were perfect. Only two complaints: mosquitoes and it was a long way to the nearest grocery store and dumpster. Directions to the dumpster could have been much clearer. Great deck and reasonably private.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith O.

Beautiful location
Spring break getaway for our family of four and some of our kids’ friends. My husband fished, I ran and took photos, and the kids found plenty to do to amuse themselves. The location is beautiful, relaxing, comfortable, clean, and with a well-stocked kitchen. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for everyone. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Excellent Family Gathering
The property was stunning! Our family loved being together in such beautiful, natural surroundings. The house had lots of room for everyone and was clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances,, utensils, and staples. The host responded quickly to our questions. We would definitely want to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Short stay
The home was very cozy and warm. With the peacefulness of the creek near by washes all stress away. One bit of advice is to read the check in procedure as I missed the part on turning on the water well pump.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Secluded vacation home on the river
Beautiful home with lots of things to do on site, wonderful deck, well stocked kitchen, peaceful location. Large local dogs wander into the yard. Come prepared with your everything you need because it is a distance to any stores. Fantastic place to unplug and unwind!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L., Smithfield, VA

Beautiful Mountain Location
We enjoyed our stay at Sycamore Springs. The house was very accommodating and the fire pit by the river incredibly relaxing. We drove to pick apples and hike before realizing we could hike right from the house. We spent the next day enjoying the George Washington National Forest. You could do this by car or walking. The break from being connected was enjoyed by adults and teenagers. The owners were easy to work with and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Vacation 2023
The property is beautiful and we were very pleased that there were plenty of dishes, cookware linens etc. The owner was quick to respond to our questions and ensured that our visit was pleasant. The property is remote and is advertised as such. It was not an issue for us but I would suggest that you take this into consideration when planning your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Just what we needed!
We visited during our children's Spring Break and loved our stay. The house was clean and cozy! The kids (human and four-legged)could not get enough of playing outside and though the water was still cold in early April they could not resist jumping in the river! The owner gave very clear opening and closing instructions and was very responsive to inquiries. The house had everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful family getaway. After the first few hours we forgot about our phones/internet and enjoyed some disconnected time hiking, playing games, reading, napping, and watching movies from the DVD collection at the house. It was perfect and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg P., Dover, Delaware, USA

Remarkably relaxing
Really cool opportunity to stay mere feet from a rushing river. Everything was as advertised, but will provide some confirmation of other reviews: Kitchen and bathrooms have been really nicely updated, living and bedrooms are nice but lived in. The deck overlooking the river is a remarkable place to spend as much time as possible. We brought chairs that we put in the river to sit and read (or sit and drink a beer). River is shallow enough to walk around in, but rocks are somewhat sharp and slippery, so water shoes or old shoes may be a good idea. No wi-fi or cell signal at the house as mentioned, which takes a bit of getting used to for us phone addicts. But, believe it or not fellow parents, my teenagers admitted afterwards they appreciated not having a constant stream of texts and social media messages to deal with. DVD library is huge and my kids had fun picking out some old movies they had forgotten about. Just know if you stay here there are no quick trips out for coffee or groceries, and the nearest two or three spots are small general/convenience stores, with full groceries about 30 minutes away. But trust me, if you want a relaxing spot to stay and spend time with each other, you won't want to leave this house much anyway...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Mountain Getaway
The property was perfect, definitely as listed, well cared for, secluded and serene. Kitchen had all accessories needed for a variety of meals. The river has a very small rapid in front of the house providing great river sound. It is in the mountains, no cell service and grocery store 20 minutes away, bring everything with you. There is WiFi and a Keurig. My family group included a 12-yr old and 6 yr old twins. We did not leave the property, (other than hiking) and the kids were outside more than 6 hours every day. The property was a place of discovery for them, river in front, hills to climb behind and finding the ceramic forest friends the owners have hiding around the property. Fire pit and s'mores. It was fall and the foliage was great! Introduced the kids to wax paper leaf ironing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

In the pines, on the piney river
This lovely little cottage on the piney river was the perfect place to celebrate 35 years of marriage. The setting was beautiful and the accommodations spacious yet intimate. The cottage demonstrates an obvious history of love and good memories. We fished the section of river assigned and got skunked. The beauty of the setting was more than compensation for this disappointment. The owners have set up a welcoming, warm and friendly vibe that made it a pleasure to stay at Sycamore Shade. We would like to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindi R.

Sycamore Shade
Wonderful, beautiful! This was our 3rd visit and we’ve already booked for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Complete relaxation
The section of the Piney River this home sits on is amazing. Walking out the back door to the sound of the river and sitting on the deck with the tranquil views instantly put me into a trance. I will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenxia C.

relaxing
Quite an
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Getaway with our young adult children
Charming, peaceful mountain home. Large deck right beside a gurgling river. Perfect for a relaxing time with family or friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024