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Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting

Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting

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Property grounds
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Private kitchen
Exterior
Fitness facility

Overview of Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

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Warm Springs, VA
  • Popular LocationWarm Springs Pools4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Cascades Golf Course12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHomestead Ski Area14 min drive
  • AirportWeyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting

TAKE ADVANTAGE: A15% DISCOUNT FOR A STAY OF FIVE DAYS OR LONGER
Turtle Brook Farm. setting on over 100 acres, is home to some half dozen Morgan horses and offers visitors equestrian opportunities, but its accommodations are equally suitable for hikers, fishermen, birders, mountain bikers or anyone else looking to getaway to the heart of Bath County's unspoiled mountain splendor. Public access to the trout-rich Jackson River in Hidden Valley is just 10 minutes away.
The Gold Finch Cabin accommodate a family of four or two couples. The Gold Finch has a fully equipped kitchen, grilling facilities, pleasant living areas and porches and decks to take in wonderful farm views. The cabin is very comfortably and tastefully furnished.
All bedding, towels, linens, kitchenware are provided. The Goldfinch cabin has a large campfire pit for cool summer evenings. Firewood is available at no extra charge.

Should you want to bring your own horse our facility includes a 12 x24 run in sheds with paddocks, a working ring, pasturage and close proximity to several thousand acres of U.S. Forest land across Cobbler Mountain into Hidden Valley. We offer riding lessons as well as meaningful equine interaction for those, especially young children, who may be up close to these beautiful animals for the first time. It is amazing what close contact with a horse can do for a child's self-confidence.
Our private 127 acre environment is a wonderful blend of meadows, pasture land and mountain trail access all of which is open to our guests. Across the fields from our 1840's farm house is a small pond with a picnic area ideal for youngsters' fishing fun. A second stream fed pond, The Dragon Fly Pond, provides another peaceful setting and fishing opportunity. Guests will enjoy the hammock and deck overlooking the bull frog laden pond and watching the colorful dragon flies that lend their name to the site.. There are multiple lovely walks throughout the farm and serious hiking on Cobbler Mountain and throughout the county.
The bird and game populations on the farm are profuse and greatly varied ranging from Baltimore Orioles to Red Tail Hawks and from deer to black bear and foxes. Night skies are dark and filled with a brilliant display of stars above and, in summer, filled all around you with thousands and thousands of industrious fireflies.
If you read Turtle Brook Farm's reviews you will find that most guests come here to escape the rigors of their crowded urban or suburban lives. There are plenty of good books to read and games to play and sights to see, but cell phone service is sketchy except at the farm house. And the Warm Springs library is set up for any and all computer needs.
Your hosts, Lea and Claudia Campbell are always ready to answer questions, offer advice or resupply your cabin, but we know you have not come here to visit us and that you relish your privacy. Once on the farm, you are in your own world.
Turtle Brook is conveniently located on U.S. 220, just two and a half miles north of the county seat of Warm Springs and eight miles north of The Homestead Resort. Lake Moomaw and Douthat State Park are within a 45 minute drive and many other natural attractions of the Allegheny Highlands are within easy reach.

Property manager

Claudia Campbell
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 1:30 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are welcome, but not on the furniture. Would appreciate cleaning up after them in yard before leaving. Please use sand bucket on porch and fire p

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Warm Springs

Located in Warm Springs, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. George Washington National Forest and Lake Moomaw reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Warm Springs Pools and C & O Railway Heritage Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Warm Springs, VA

What's nearby

  • Warm Springs Pools - 4 min drive
  • Bath County Historical Society - 5 min drive
  • The Cascades Golf Course - 12 min drive
  • Homestead Ski Area - 14 min drive
  • Homestead Old Course - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Warm Springs Inn - 4 min drive
  • Waterwheel Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • Cucci's of Hot Springs - 6 min drive
  • Garth Newel Music Center - 9 min drive
  • Jason's Pizza & Subs - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Enjoy country life on a beautiful mountain horse farm setting located?

This family-friendly Warm Springs cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of George Washington National Forest and Warm Springs Pools. Bath County Historical Society and Warm Springs Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Girls Weekend
My friend and I arrived on the property ay different times and were both greeted by different members of the family, who showed us to our cabin. The cabin was amazing and had everything we needed. There is no cell5service or TV which was amazing. It allowed us to talk, play cards, and learn more about eachother. The trails behind the cabins are a great touch as well. We enjoyed a afternoon hike in the cool weather. I will definitely he returning with my son and husband for a long weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harper L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful mountain stay
We came back for a 2nd year to enjoy a disconnect from daily life. Such a beautiful setting and the cabin has everything you need. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Painter, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Mountain Getaway
If you’re looking for an idyllic place to stay near Warm Springs and Hot Springs, Virginia, Turtle Brook Farms is the place to stay!! There are 2 rustic looking but comfortable cabins on this 120 plus acre horse farm. Each cabin has a fully equipped kitchen, charcoal grill, covered porches, fire pit and heat for the cool fall and spring evenings. Lee and Claudia are wonderful hosts; very welcoming and responsive. In fact our first day there Claudia stopped by to introduce herself and tell us about some of the local attractions and trails!! The views of the stars at night is amazing!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there, and will definitely stay there again the next time we’re in the area!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Goldfinch
Wonderful quiet place to getaway and unplug from the world. Claudia and Lea are just kind wonderful Christian hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm welcome and stay in Warm Springs.
Fabulous working horse farm, cute comfortable cottages, great hiking trails, and best of all the Warm Springs Pools just minutes away. Great local grocery store (IGA) 6 miles or so away, with a great wine cave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Campbell

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Lea and Claudia Campbell have been a part of life in the western Virginia mountains for nearly 30 years. Lea is a retired newspaper man who for almost 20 years owned and published The Recorder, the county seat weekly for Bath and Highland Counties. Claudia is a lifelong horsewoman and mother of three grown children. Her equestrian interests have grown to include certification as an equestrian body worker with a special emphasis on equine myofacial release therapy. Through her efforts the farm's central theme is the maintenance of a small herd of Morgan horses which are used for trail riding, riding lessons and occasional breeding.
Claudia traveled extensively while growing up as the daughter on Naval parents. After graduating from Radford University, she went into the music/entertainment business.
Lea is a graduate of the University of Virginia. He taught school for several years before beginning his more than 40 year commitment to journalism.
The couple built the rental cabins over 10 years ago as a retirement project and have taken great pleasure in sharing the farm with the many guests who have visited in that time. Both agree that being hosts to visitors appreciative of our environment from all around the region has added much to our own appreciation of the place we call home.

Why they chose this property

I first came to this area when I was sixteen, some 58 years ago. I drove from Charlottesville Virginia to Monterey in Highland County where we had lunch at the Monterey Inn. I knew as soon as we crested Jack Mountain and wound down to the village, this was a place to which I would return. And throughout my journalism career, I did. Time and time again.
When three decades later the opportunity arose to purchase The Recorder, I found a way to make it happen. It meant leaving a successful corporate career, moving from a new home we had just built in Chapel Hill and convincing my water oriented wife that here would be a perfect place to rear or three young children. No easy task, but we have never looked back. Montana likes to tout itself as "the last best place." Maybe, but we would suggest that title belongs to the completely unspoiled vistas of Bath and Highland counties.

What makes this property unique

There are many beautiful places surrounding our farm, but none more comfortable and welcoming than Turtle Brook. From the long range views of distant ranges to our east and south to the intimate relationship with Cobbler Mountain rising from our back yard we are blessed with a daily visual feast. Throw in rolling paddocks and pasture land, burbling Turtle Brook and deep forest cover and we truly live in a natural wonderland. That we have been able to create both a vacation business and a working horse farm that enhances this extraordinary setting rather than exploiting it deepens our knowledge that we are fortunate to be stewards of this place.

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