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Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

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Overview of Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Monterey, VA
  • Popular LocationGreen Bank Observatory40 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Bank Telescope46 min drive
  • Popular LocationCass Scenic Railroad53 min drive
  • AirportWeyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

Located in beautiful Highland County, Virginia nestled in a grove of sugar maples between Back Creek and Little Mountain. Wake up to valley views which are likely to include deer grazing in the meadow, hummingbirds at the feeder, or a Bald eagle or great blue heron fishing along the creek. This 28 acre property includes a sunny meadow with beautiful mountain views, picnic table by the creek and a mountain to climb!

The tastefully decorated cabin includes a master bedroom with queen bed, a second bedroom with two twin beds, one bathroom with laundry, a fully equipped kitchen, open living/dining area with cozy wood stove, a covered porch and a deck with hot tub and outdoor dining area with a gas grill. At the Cabin on Back Creek, you can enjoy the stars which light up the night sky, bird-watching, walking, or just relaxing with a book in the hammock, on the porch, or on the deck. In the early spring, we make maple syrup at the sugar house located adjacent to the Cabin. You are invited to watch (and smell!) the process of turning 50 gallons of sugar water into a gallon of pure maple syrup - or you can help us if you would like!

There are a variety of hiking, hunting and fishing opportunities nearby, and access to both the George Washington and Monongahela National Forests is nearby.

The Cabin is located 16 miles from the quaint town of Monterey. Walking tours, galleries and shops, restaurants, beautiful mountain views, and friendly people make Highland County special all year round. Throughout the year, Monterey hosts numerous special events, the largest of which is the Highland County Maple Festival on the second and third weekends in March.

Located about 30 miles from Snowshoe Ski Resort, skiing, snowboard and tubing are available in season. Also nearby is the narrow-gauge railroad at Cass, West Virginia and the National Radio Observatory at Green Bank, WV.

Twenty miles south of the Cabin on Back Creek in neighboring Bath County are the towns of Warm Springs and Hot Springs, home to the historic Homestead resort and the Jefferson Pools mineral baths (currently being restored). These neighboring towns offer fine dining, golf, skiing/snowboarding, shopping, antiquing, chamber music at Garth Newel and a variety of art galleries.

The Cabin on Back Creek offers a peaceful retreat, surrounded by a variety of recreational opportunities. The Cabin is located on a working farm. Please be aware that we do offer tours (and sales) at our sugar house which is sited adjacent to the Cabin. There may be some activities there during your stay. In the fall, we make apple butter, and in the spring we make maple syrup. Bottling our syrup is a (sporadic) year-round activity

Keywords: Restful retreat in the Allegheny mountains, Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets Welcome

Property manager

Valerie & Pat Lowry
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no Pit Bulls or Rotweilers due to insurance regulations. Pets are not allowed on the furniture.
Please return all furniture, games, etc. (indoors & outdoors) to their correct location/condition before you leave.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monterey

Located in Monterey, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Snowshoe Mountain and Ballhooter Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Green Bank Observatory and Green Bank Telescope. Travelling with kids? Consider Sugar Tree Country Store and Cass Railroad Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Maple Museum - 27 min drive
  • Green Bank Observatory - 40 min drive
  • Green Bank Telescope - 46 min drive
  • Cass Scenic Railroad - 53 min drive
  • Snowshoe Mountain - 92 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 108 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple. Rustic. Luxury. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Simple. Rustic. Luxury.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Simple. Rustic. Luxury.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Simple. Rustic. Luxury. located?

This family-friendly Monterey cabin is located on the waterfront, 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from George Washington National Forest, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Green Bank Observatory and Sugar Tree Country Store. Green Bank Telescope and Cranberry Mountain Nature Center are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maple Festival
Enjoyed the cavin as always. Cabin and surroundings are absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Heath V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleeping with Deer
Very peaceful and secluded!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Getaway
Well stocked cabin. Beautiful setting. No cell service but there is WiFi. We met Pat the owner. He was very welcoming!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Life
The cabin was in the perfect location to unwind. I enjoyed the solitude. I loved the way each room in the cabin had its on theme. Building a fire in the evenings made the cabin such a cozy place. I would love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy weekend getaway!
We had a lovely time at the cabin! It was the perfect home base for lots of outdoor adventures in the area. The hot tub and woodburning stove were perfect to come back to. It was a very cozy weekend. We'd love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Valerie & Pat Lowry

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Pat has lived on Back Creek his entire life and has been making maple syrup since he was eight years old. Living in Highland County has taught him to literally 'live off the land'. Pat and Valerie built and decorated the Cabin themselves.

Why they chose this property

After purchasing 'the sugarbush' to make maple syrup from the trees located there, we decided to share this little piece of heaven with others!

What makes this property unique

The Cabin on Back Creek is a sanctuary to renew your spirit, unplug from the hectic pace of life, gain inspiration from the beauty of nature and generally chill out! You may also experience a bit of our lives making our unique maple syrup products which include barrel-aged (whiskey, rye, and bourbon!) and infused maple syrups. Stop by the sugar house for a free tour and tasting.

Languages:

English

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