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Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers

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A covered outdoor deck with a table and chairs, a wooden railing, and a view of trees.
A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
A kitchen with a black refrigerator, a dining area with a patterned sofa, and a decorative wreath on a door.
A kitchen with a black Galanz refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a patterned rug, and a wooden shelf with dishes and jars.
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, a coffee pot, and a coffee mug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Amherst, VA
  • Place, Rebec Vineyards
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Mountain Barrel House
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Winton Country Club
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Amherst

Located in Amherst, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Amherst County Museum and Historical Society and Sweet Briar Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rebec Vineyards and Blue Mountain Barrel House. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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Amherst, VA

What's nearby

  • Rebec Vineyards - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Barrel House - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Amherst County Museum and Historical Society - 17 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Winton Country Club - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Lovingston Winery - 17 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rebec Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brew Corner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ann's Family Resturant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪MAMAN coffee shop - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$923, 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 Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rebec Vineyards, James River and James River State Park. Blue Mountain Barrel House and Lovingston Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and cozy. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most charming little home. Perfect for a couple wanting to relax and do a little river fishing. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We stayed 3 nights while attending a college graduation nearby. Cottage was clean, bathroom was clean, bed was soft but comfortable. Sofa bed was also used by a teenager, it was saggy but functional. The location is lovely and the wraparound screened-in porch is a big plus. A negative is not many surface areas to put our things and toiletries; rooms are small. Owner was quick to reply to questions when booking. Overall, a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little house out in the country. Perfect size for a couple, with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved everything about this little slice of heaven. Very peaceful and serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax! My sons loved exploring the creek. The house was clean and cozy. We hope to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet place, awesome hosts

Quiet, comfortable, little house close to local trails, wineries, etc. The river is beautiful and makes a convient fishing or relaxing spot. Hosts are super friendly and had everything ready when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

This stay was just what I was looking for: simple process, clean, beautiful scenery, and peaceful :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Perfect for a getaway from the city!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin on Tye River

This was the perfect spot to spend my birthday weekend with my husband. The cabin was beautiful and cozy. The river was peaceful. Great property and amazing hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful oasis

Lori and Todd were fantastic hosts! The house was super clean, the amenities were better than described, and this was the perfect bungalow for a weekend getaway. We will definitely look to stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It is small but has everything that we needed. The back porch overlooking the river is the shining star of this little gem. It's the perfect place to go to get away from it all and relax. Our hosts were very nice and welcoming. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Restful Place

We enjoyed the view and watching the birds come by the bird feeder each day. We got some much needed rest and relaxation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2022
Hello Raymond. Thank you for spending time at our cottage and providing a reviews. I am following up with you based on the star rating. Is there anything in particular that you could comment on and reason for the low rating? We value your time and appreciate any clarity. Thank you again and safe travels. Kind Regards, Lori and Todd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

little details

Great place to say would stay again if in the area. Appreciated the attention to the little details!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great weekend

This was our second stay at this great little getaway spot, and once again, it did not disappoint. Start to finish and top to bottom, everything about the house and property were perfect for what we wanted - a simple and quiet getaway with a chance to fully relax and enjoy life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memories

Fireflies, smores, and a tranquil stream created an atmosphere for both me and my grandchild. What a beautiful place to explore and make memories together!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kim and Matt

The place is so pretty, well stocked kitchen including coffee and essentials for guests, clean, screened in porch, creek side, lovely sound of moving water, fire pit with everything needed for your enjoyment. Not far from many hiking trails and breweries. Great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The River House

Beautiful property and perfect little house with large and very comfortable screened in porch for taking in the river view if you’re not sitting around the fire pit. Convenient location to whatever your wanting to do. The host provides five star service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buffalo River

This little bungalow was just what I needed for a nice quiet getaway. I will be back. A great experience. I can’t wait to bring my family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2021
Thank you for choosing our location for your Staycation Lisa! We look forward to your return! Kind Regards, Lori & Todd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to relax!

My husband and I wanted to get away to relax. Lori and Todd went above and beyond...gave us so much info on places to go. Had several storms and river was high, but Todd gave my husband a lot of info on fishing spots nearby. House is perfect and the large screened porch was perfect! We would highly recommend and plan to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

It was quiet, serene, scenery was beautiful. Those four days were not enough. We especially enjoyed the screen in porch. We would consider renting the cottage again, it is a gem, tucked in the forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at the bungalow

My husband and I stayed had a great weekend stay at the bungalow. It was very clean and peaceful. The screened in porch is great for the hot and buggy Virginia summers. The central AC and wifi were also a treat. One thing to note is that if you are driving back at night make sure you have your GPS on, the road is dark and winding and you can easily miss the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2021
Susan- thank you for your comments. Safe travels and kind regards!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

My husband and I stayed for a few days right after our wedding. We had a great time!! Super quiet and peaceful little spot. Adorable little house which had everything we needed and then some. We appreciated the WiFi so we could keep in touch with our families. The river was awesome! My husband even caught a fish! We definitely hope to go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hosts ad property were fantastic! My wife, son, and I had a relaxing and recharging weekend stay here on the river. We hiked crabtree falls, and from there the only entertainment we needed was listening to the sounds of the river behind us as we enjoyed our stay. The home was cozy, the screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee and late night talking, and the backyard feels like its own campground, where you can fish, wade in the river, and cook s'mores over the campfire. It was a very peaceful and relaxing bungalo, and everything we needed to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

My wife and I have a great stay. The pictures do not do the property justice. The screened back porch is huge, overlooking the backyard down to the river. The house itself was immaculate clean, comfortable, and well appointed. The location offers peace and quiet, with easy access to nearby hiking and breweries. We may have to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2021
Thank you for your kind words Stephen! Safe travels and we look forward to hosting you all again! Kind Regards- Lori & Todd
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