Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.

Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.

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Gala Farmhouse Vacation Rental
Welcome to our place!
We've spiffed up the place and added a new roof and shutters.  Looking nice.
Entrance from parking area, onto back porch and into kitchen.
Kitchen had gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker.

Overview of Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Eagle Rock, VA
  • Popular LocationBlue Ridge Vineyard12 min drive
  • Popular LocationFalling Springs Waterfall40 min drive
  • Popular LocationVirginia Safari Park55 min drive
  • AirportHot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.

Original two-story farmhouse which has been renovated with modern conveniences. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, living room and two screened-in porches. Living room and each bedroom have televisions with Direct TV service. AC and heat pump, washer and dryer in house. Larger porch has patio table and chairs and porch swing. Access to the James River for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming included with house rental. This rental property is located on a working farm with cattle so we do not allow pets at this time. We are located near family friendly activities, including hiking, swimming and sight-seeing. We are within 40 minutes of the Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport. Wineries and breweries are nearby. Many opportunities for adventure. Check out "Botetourt County, VA" on the internet for local attractions.

Property manager

Richard & Robin Thompson
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eagle Rock

Located in Eagle Rock, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Masonic Ampitheatre and Wilson Warehouse / Community House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and George Washington National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider C & O Railway Heritage Center and Virginia Safari Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Vineyard - 12 min drive
  • Falling Springs Waterfall - 40 min drive
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - 42 min drive
  • Natural Bridge State Park - 42 min drive
  • Virginia Safari Park - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Clifton Forge Station - 16 min drive
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway - 7 min drive
  • Maw & Paw's Diner - 6 min drive
  • B G Coffee - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gala Farmhouse is a beautifully renovated farmhouse on the James River. located?

This family-friendly Eagle Rock farm stay is located on the riverfront, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Jefferson National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of C & O Railway Heritage Center and Masonic Ampitheatre. Blue Ridge Vineyard is 8 mi (12.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gala Farmhouse
Very clean and tidy. Property was just as presented in photos. I used this stay for overflow for family visiting from out of town for the Holidays and it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette M E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm house vacation at it’s best
Beautiful weekend, fall weather, near by attentions Were all great. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Mountain Getaway!
Our family had a wonderful time at the farm house! We were looking for a place to stay together, as a family, so we could go to the Va Tech football game in Blacksburg on Saturday. We chose wisely! The farmhouse was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our time around the big kitchen table together, as well as time down by the creek and river. What an absolutely beautiful setting! Had a very nice encounter with Mr. Thompson, in passing. He was very kind and hospitable. There’s a nearby gas station and convenience store for last minute items, and we were not too far away from town for groceries or a nice meal at Jack Mason‘s Tavern. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone, and we hope to return sometime in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
This was the perfect escape for a getaway with family. We hiked, explored the river, had a bonfire with s’mores, and got to unplug with family and friends. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Nice get away
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard & Robin Thompson

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Richard was born and raised on this farm. I moved to the farm when we married in 1985. We have raised three children and are now enjoying our first grandchild. This farm has transitioned from raising beef cattle to growing seed corn to becoming a dairy farm. Three generations have been supported by the farm and now it's time to travel a different road in our life journey. We have recently partnered to open a campground on our property and have renovated the original farmhouse for a vacation rental. Our family has enjoyed vacation rentals in the past and have always enjoyed the convenience of "almost like home" vacation stays, so we have decided to open our property to share likewise. We are very blessed to own a sliver of God's Country and hope to have the opportunity to share that blessing with you.

What makes this property unique

We have been told that a stay at our farmhouse is like stepping back in time and taking a few conveniences with you. We have tried to maintain the original woodwork whenever possible, including the original doorbell on the front of the house. The flooring in the upstairs bedrooms were stripped of layers of vinyl flooring to leave the original wood, which we have painted. Kitchen appliances have been updated as well as the AC/heat pump. We have added televisions in every bedroom, but please do not let the TVs keep you from enjoying the beautiful outside. Screened porches allow you to enjoy the nighttime sounds and clean air late into the night. Listen for the owls, whip-o-wills, and yes, the occasional coyote. And of course the train, which passes through the farm. You just can't help but relax, sip slowly, and drink in the countryside.

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