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Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites!

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Smart TV, books
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites!

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

Property manager

Derrick Haase

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Bedford, VA

What's nearby

  • Gross Orchard - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Peaks of Otter Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Peaks of Otter Winery - 22 min drive - 12.9 km
  • National D-Day Memorial - 23 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Virginia Safari Park - 50 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaks of Otter Winery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Little Town Players Box Office - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Lodge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Lodge Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪A. J. Gross & Sons - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Jefferson National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Peaks of Otter Winery and Peaks of Otter Recreation Area. Bedford Welcome Center and National D-Day Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Orchard View Retreat in Blue Ridge Mountains with Hot Tub + 2 King Suites! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Becca c.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would not stay here again sadly.
The closet had a major leak while we were there. It was a previous problem as the a walls were already soft. Almost everywhere to sit here was broken. The house is very remote and on the second night the oven broke. The beds were also broken on the sipporting pieces. There was a giant hornet nest right on the front porch. I am confused as to why this place is still available to rent out. I have never left a bad review for anything before but I feel like I must say my piece on this. We were penalized for not having a good checkout as well even after cleaning up after our group and there were no clean out instructions or any cleaning supplies. The only broom was even broken. We had to purchase garbage bags. Thinking about this stay still makes me sad. Calling Vrbo during our week long stay for help was also useless. One more thing, the neighbors shot off guns for almost 7 hours straight on the Sunday we were there. It was pretty loud and annoying to try and get kids to nap during that time. We needed up never being home bc the nearest places to eat were so far away. Don’t stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for relaxing
This place is nice for walks next to the stream, you see cows horses and goats on your walk to the main orchard which also is nice to walk around. 20mins in the car gets you to a nice walk around a lake, or a decent hike up the mountain! Place is clean and hot tub was nice in the cool air, with deer on your lawn at night. Certain maintenance is slipping though, and it would be nice if these areas would be addressed as it makes the cherry on the cake, rather than biting into a shell left in the tasty cake. We cooked at home and struggled with the limited selection of pots and pans/utensils. Would I stay again, sure! Snag list for the owner: Shower door, BBQ ash catcher, Swing bench on porch, light bulbs missing bedside lamps, shed door, dish washer, front door latch, broken chairs around fire pit.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene T., Rochester NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and comfortable
This home worked out well for our extended family to spend a few days together. Spacious and remote for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Needs more comfortable furniture!
Stay was for 3 couples. The house itself is great but the picture in the ad showed 3 chairs in the living room, there was 1. The 1 chair and the couch were very uncomfortable! Also, our friends had to change bedrooms because the queen on the back right was so uncomfortable they could not sleep. There was a problem getting any local channels for the guys to watch football, and apparently it was difficult for them to access any apps.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jofa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Retreat
This home was the perfect spot for our mini retreat! Myself and three friends wanted a quiet location in nature where we could disconnect. It happened to be during a meteor shower, and it was the perfect spot to view the sky. The house was well-maintained, and offered many amenities. we were all extremely comfortable and felt very much at home. We had an issue with the air conditioner which was addressed very quickly by the house manager. The drive back to the home is on a gravel road so we would highly recommend you drive slowly, but it’s worth the drive and it takes you across a lovely stream. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and lovely setting
The property is located in a quiet rural setting. We saw more wildlife than people. The house is beautifully decorated and well-stocked with dishes and linens. The king suites are on opposite sides of the house, which is a good layout.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orchard Retreat
Nice clean and very inviting! Family loved it 😍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Easter weekend!
We celebrated a family Easter weekend that included 8 adults and 4 one year olds. The weather may not have cooperated but we made the best of it and explored the area! The grounds and surrounding roads/creeks were fun to play on and lots of room to have an Easter egg hunt! The house was very clean and comfortable for our group! Bedrooms were spacious and beds were cozy! The property manager answered all communication within minutes!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
We really enjoyed a long winter weekend getaway at Orchard View! Great views of the Peaks of Otter, we hiked Sharp Top in the morning and watched the sun set behind her grilling out in the evening. The house was clean and comfortable with everything we needed to relax and for 4 teens to have fun inside and outside. We’re relocating in the area when our nest becomes empty, we could live in this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for family and friends
We had two families with college aged children staying here for a long weekend over New Years. The house was perfect for the 8 of is. We had a lot of fun hiking at Peaks of Otter and exploring Bedford, and the host couldn’t have been nicer. She was very proactive in reaching out to us and responsive to our questions. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deva G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family geataway
The house was very clean and as described. The front porch is amazing to sit and relax on. The property is great for a family to spend time together. The property management was quick to respond with questions and very helpful. We had 7 adults and 3 kids and the house fit us very well. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and Memorable!
We had such a fabulous time at this property with our family all together. The pictures do not begin to define the beauty and elegance of this gorgeous place. From the moment we walked in, we felt like we were home. The home embraces you with warmth and comfort, but does it all with a flair for refined detail and beauty. As a bonus, it was immaculately clean! The location was picturesque with such peace and tranquility. We could not get over how beautiful the stars were as we enjoyed the camp fire with smores, conversation, and laughter! It was a magical time, and nobody wanted to leave. This home was more than we could have ever imagined!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
3 generations of family got together for vacation. We enjoyed our time at the property. Plenty of room to spread out. The house is very nicely decorated and updated. Plenty of land and fresh air for the young ones to play.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Modern Farmhouse
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is gorgeous and has everything you need. It is truly a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022