Sprawling over 11 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge, Orchard View Retreat is the perfect home base for your mountain getaway.
With two primary suites and lodging for up to 12, the one-level property is perfect for families and groups. Fully renovated in 2022, you'll find comfortable and modern accommodations. Our property offers lots of outdoor space as well, with great views of the Peaks of Otter, a fire pit, a stream running through the base of the property, and a working peach orchard. We now feature a 6-person 45-jet Aquaterra hot tub on our back deck, set in the serene countryside.
Orchard View is the best place to explore the Blue Ridge! Located just 7 minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway, 20 minutes from downtown Bedford, and under an hour from Smith Mountain Lake, you're perfectly positioned for outdoor adventure.
Here's what you can expect at Orchard View:
LIVING ROOM: smart TV loaded with apps, cozy couch, beautiful woven chairs, coffee table stocked w/ vintage board games
DINING: table & chairs for 6, island seating for 3, outdoor table & chairs for 4, kids table for 2
KITCHEN: pots, pans, dishware, silverware, regular coffee maker, tupperware, etc. We even have plastic dishes for the kiddos and outdoor dishes so that you can enjoy a meal on the back deck, a snack on the front porch, or a drink around the fire pit.
PRIMARY BEDROOMS #1 & 2: king bed, lounge chair, dresser, en suite bathroom, and ample closet space.
BEDROOMS #3 & 4: queen bed, dresser & closet
BEDROOM #5: two sets of bunk beds to sleep 4. (no window in this room)
LAUNDRY: We also offer a washer and dryer so you can pack light!
FRONT PORCH: 2 porch swings & additional seating
BACK DECK: small dining table with seating for 4, charcoal grill. Hot tub with seating for 6, lights and jets!
FIRE PIT: custom-made fire pit, 4 Adirondack chairs that look directly out to the Peaks of Otter. (we supply wood, lighter, lighter fluid, & charcoal for you!)
CLIMATE CONTROL: The home is heated & cooled with central heat & air.
PARKING: gravel driveway & parking area can accommodate approx 6-8 vehicles
CHECK IN: Check in with a code at your convenience after 4pm.
STREET: please note the drive to the home is on a gravel street
PETS: We allow up to 2 well-behaved dogs with an additional $75 payment per stay and require the following agreements:
-Dogs are not allowed on the furniture.
-Dogs will be crated when owners are not present (we have a large dog crate available for your use!)
-Dogs are up to date on all flea & tick treatments. (proof provided upon request)
ACTIVITIES NEARBY:
Gross' Family Orchard: 2 min
Blue Ridge Parkway: 7 min
Hiking in the mountains: 10-15 min
Downtown Bedford: 15 min
D-Day Memorial: 20 min
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 30 min
Liberty University 35 minutes
Seaquest Lynchburg 40 min
Natural Bridge: 45 min
Virginia Safari Park: 50 min
Smith Mountain Lake 1 hr
Appomattox Courthouse: 1 hr
HOSTED BY: Waukeshaw Development, a unique real estate development and hospitality company committed to exceptional stays and providing premier experiences. Zoe York is our short-term rental host and you can expect to hear from Zoe upon making your reservation.
NEIGHBORHOOD: Orchard View is located in a rural area in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We have neighbors across the road, but everyone is quite spread out providing a private, relaxing, and serene environment.
Located just 7 minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway, 20 minutes from Downtown Bedford, and under an hour from Smith Mountain Lake, there is so much to experience in the area. Bedford has a great Main Street filled with shops. It's perfect for antiquing, and features our sister property, Beale's Beer! We offer excellent craft beer and BBQ-it is not to be missed
