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Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin

Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin

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Welcome to Big Ridge Retreat
Rustic log cabin with modern amenities. Spectacular views at 4,000 ft elevation
Afternoon shade on lower-level back porch off LR; upper balcony off bedroom.
Lots of beautiful views, day or night.
Locally picked wild foliage & fauna decorate a corner of LR. Create your own!

Overview of Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10142 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Independence, VA
  • Popular LocationMount Rogers National Recreation Area22 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Hill Academy35 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrayson Highlands State Park43 min drive
  • AirportNorth Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bunk Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin

Spectacular views! Escape summer's heat in this rustic log cabin and enjoy its modern amenities and dramatic vistas over a broad valley and three Mt ranges.
Surrounded by pine forests and fields, you will most likely see deer, cows and wild turkeys and hear owls. You are guaranteed to hear a chorus of birds and the swish of the wind through pine trees in the morning. Bring your hiking shoes, s’more makings and some good books to enjoy in this tranquil, beautiful setting.

Our guests are best at describing the experience:

• The cabin is special. It’s located in a beautiful area of Virginia that provides solitude in nature while also being 15 minutes from a nice grocery store. We appreciated the well-stocked kitchen with nice cookware and kitchen tools. We spent a day on the property enjoying the view, walking through the fields to find even more splendid views, and having a cozy fire in the comfortable cabin. The next two days we rode the Virginia Creeper trail and hiked with wild ponies in Grayson Highlands State Park. Anne was responsive to all inquiries and provided all the information we needed for our trip. - April 2022
• 100 percent awesomeness!!! We loved the cabin and property kitchen was well supplied. Being from Florida we had a beautiful fire burning almost all week. Great family time. We hope to return one day 😃 - April 2021
• Views are unreal as are the chipmunks, dear, cows, turkeys, hawks and many, many rabbits. The weather was amazing, no bugs or skeeter's. Who would think you would need a fire in July. - July 2020
• What a beautiful and peaceful property it was so relaxing and the children loved taking walks, swinging on the tire swing, running around in the yard, sitting on the big rock, making some wars at night and exploring the Woods thank you for sharing.
• What amazing views, the fresh mountain air and the picturesque cabin were the perfect escape for our family. Our kids’ favorite part was the tire swing and we all enjoyed fires in the fireplace and in the fire pit.

The log cabin inside features a 2-story vaulted ceiling, dramatic fireplace and rough-hewn plank walls and ceiling in the living room. Local vintage antiques decorate the living room walls. Outside the whole family can enjoy large rocks for climbing, a tire swing and an amazing firepit with logs for seating.

Temperatures at the cabin's 4,000 feet elevation are typically about 8 degrees cooler than in lower-elevation Independence, VA, just 8 miles away. And Independence typically has 8-degree lower temperatures than lower-elevation Piedmont locations such as Charlotte, NC, some 124 miles to the south. Fires in the inside fire place in July and August are many times desirable.

Four wheel drive recommended.

Situated close to Jefferson National Forest with its hiking trails (9 miles), New River Campground for canoeing or tubing (12 miles), Grayson Highlands State Park (Mt. Rogers - 13 miles) and the VA Creeper Bike Trail (42 miles), the cabin provides a base for scenic trips to numerous festivals, antique shops and outdoor recreational opportunities if you have an itch to do so. Alternatively, you can rock on the front porch and absorb the ever-changing and spectacular views.

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, we’re taking every precaution to keep you, your family, our team and our community safe. We will actively monitor and evolve our solutions to ensure a continued focus on the health and safety of our guests.

Property manager

Anne Mayfield

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Independence

Located in Independence, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Lincoln Theatre and Gibboney Rock House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Wayne Henderson's Workshop, or check out an event or a game at Wythe Raceway. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Independence, VA

What's nearby

  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 22 min drive
  • Oak Hill Academy - 35 min drive
  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 41 min drive
  • Grayson Highlands State Park - 43 min drive
  • Stone Mountain State Park - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Valley Diner - 11 min drive
  • Ciro's Pizza & Subs - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Jefferson National Forest and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Wayne Henderson's Workshop and New River are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing get away.
This property is very well maintained always clean and well decorated. Close to many outdoor actives we have stay at this property a few times and have always had everything we need and had a very great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Top
Really unique and picturesque - great time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Beautiful cabin in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Yamileidy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice stay, but no a/c
Even though the property was really equipped with everything need it, it has no A/C. Be aware of that. The owner asked me to just open the front and back doors to get some air, but that's not a practical solution when you have 1 year old baby and at bedtime is really a problem to not have fans in every room. We enjoyed our stay very much, that's the only issue we had. My recommendation for future renters, read well all the amenities before, because I only saw that after my booking. On another note, it has no TV either, but that was not a problem from us, that we needed to completely disconnect from Miami life.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The best part, quiet. Peaceful, beautiful view, rustic, great fire pit. Our second trip and we will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Anne Mayfield

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Languages:

English
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