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Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses

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A covered outdoor area with a stone floor, a wooden fence, and a view of a river and hills in the distance.
A bedroom with a large bed, two decorative pillows, a wooden headboard, a wall sign, a framed picture, a chair, and a lamp.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a shelf with various decorative items, and a wall sign that reads "NEVER ENOUGH THYME".
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a framed picture of a store.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Bedford, VA
  • Place, Peaks of Otter Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gross Orchard
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses

Located on a 200+ year old farm at the foot of the majestic Peaks of Otter, this cottage is perfect for a countryside getaway. Enjoy porch swinging from our newly, custom built pergola while enjoying panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway and overlooking our large 3 acre pond. Horse Lover? You’ll love looking over our horse pasture towards our large pond where catch and release fishing is allowed! Are you an avid hunter? This would be your dream spot to stay. We have a walk-in game cooler, meat processing area and deer skinning shed available on-site. Minutes away from the National Forest.

We are conveniently located 15 minutes from the town of Bedford, 10 minutes to the Peaks of Otter Lodge and Campgrounds, 30 minutes to Lynchburg and Liberty University, 45 minutes to Roanoke, 30 minutes to Smith Mountain Lake. We are 5 minutes from the Peaks of Otter Winery and 10 minutes from Gross’s Orchard - both worth exploring for a true sense of this area. The town of Bedford is home to the National D-Day Memorial and is bursting with lots of quality Arts & Antiques in our quaint downtown area. Other day trips worth the visit include Appomattox where the Civil War ended, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Monticello at UVA, Natural Bridge of VA, Train Museum and Taubman Art Museum in Roanoke and Liberty Mountain’s Snowflex Centre.

Our Cottage Features:
• Newly remodeled
• Large, fully stocked kitchen
• Master bedroom with king size bed
• Guest bedroom with queen size bed
• 1 full bathroom with shower/tub
• Cozy living room area with large tv and dvd player
• Outside Dining/Relaxing Area
• Screened In Porch
• Towels & Sheets Provided at no additional cost

Also available on the farm for an additional fee is our large barn designed for large gatherings, equipped with a ballroom floor, lighting, tables, chairs and much more. Perfect for a rustic wedding, family reunion, birthday celebration, or an anniversary surprise!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Unless discussed with owner, no pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside of the cottage.
Enjoy the gas logs in the living room. They can be adjusted with the remote on the wall behind the sofa. Just "up" or "down" on the remote.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1016645vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bedford

Bedford is home to this cottage. Claytor Nature Study Center and Thunder Ridge Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gross Orchard and Bower Center for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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Bedford, VA

What's nearby

  • Peaks of Otter Winery - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Gross Orchard - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Peaks of Otter Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Peaks of Otter - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • National D-Day Memorial - 15 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peaks of Otter Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪joe beans - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Café - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?

As of 25 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses on 26 January 2027 start from NZ$635, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mayhew Farms Cottage - Breathtaking Mt. Views Overlooking Pond & Horses located?

Situated in Bedford, this cottage is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Peaks of Otter Winery and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Jefferson National Forest. Claytor Nature Study Center and Gross Orchard are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Mayhew

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My father-in-law purchased this farm in 1978 where he and wife, Margaret raised my husband and his brother. Margaret and Tony still reside in the large farmhouse which is located just a short distance from the property. My husband, myself and our three children live “over the pond and through the woods” from the cottage. As the more tech savvy one between the two of us, I manage the online reservations while Tony typically enjoys being hands-on with anything that’s needed during your stay. Feel free to contact either of us! We always love to get to know our visitors!

Why they chose this property

The farm was once a full working dairy farm, dating over 200 years old. Up until last year, we have rented this cottage as a long-term rental. We are pleased to now offer the cottage as short-term rental where visitors to the area can enjoy a home such as ours.

What makes this property unique

The peacefulness that our property brings is something you can't find many other places. As you swing under our pergola or sit around the fire pit and listen to the sounds around you, one can imagine what the farm would have looked like so many years ago. We are a history lover's dream!

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