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Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove

Cottage in Salem with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, McAfee Knob
  • Place, Valley View Mall
  • Place, Hollins University
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove

Foot of the Mountain cottage has a perfect location, minutes from the Appalachian Trail and entrance to McAfees Knob and 15 minutes to downtown Roanoke. Sleeps 6, fully renovated, large bathroom with washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen, private setting, outdoor fire pit with seating & outdoor dining. Perfect for hikers or any outdoor enthusiast!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Salem

Salem is home to this cottage. Showtimers Community Theatre and Dixie Caverns are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carvins Cove and Read Mountain Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Football Stadium or Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Salem, VA

What's nearby

  • Salem Civic Center - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Valley View Mall - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Hollins University - 17 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Berglund Center - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 22 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 16 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Parkway Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sycamore Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove located?

Situated in Salem, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Jefferson National Forest, Roanoke College and Dragons Tooth Trailhead. Longwood Park and Salem Museum are also within 9 miles (15 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. 58 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful property, private but close to town and great location being so close to hikes!! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
We were visiting our grandson in Daleville. The VRBO provided us with a very enjoyable stay. The only thing that we would suggest is adding grab bars to the shower. We are 70, and the tub is difficult to get in and out of.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Very Nice Place

Everything was clean and as advertised. Close proximity to Roanoke and local hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really felt at home. It was clean & spacious. We loved it. Would happily return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ean C.

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

Perfect for our family of 6

Clean, easy to get in, comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., North Granby CT

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

Awesome location

Wonderful cabin, so new and clean. Ideal location for hiking Triple Crown and others. 15 minutes to breweries, restaurants etc. Quiet location. Fire pit was great addition. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Star B.

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

Beautiful Appalachian Getaway

We absolutely loved this private little home nestled in the beautiful mountains of Appalachia (but only 15 minutes to everything). Thank you for supplying Smores for the fire pit! There was a little bird nesting in the front door wreath and it was sooooo quiet outside at night. We really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

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

Cute Cabin

We had such a nice time! Everything we needed was right there. The cabin was super clean. The setting was perfect and so close to Salem. We enjoyed the firepit until we had a special visitor (a black bear)! Ha! Overall a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V.

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

College Orientation

The Cottage was perfect for our stay! It was very clean and nicely updated. The kitchen was well stocked. We missed out on using the fire pit due to it raining during our visit. It was very thoughtful to leave a supply for s’mores. I loved sitting on the rocking chairs on the covered porch. We saw deer every day! We even befriended the dog across the street who followed us home. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to many hiking trails! Cottage is super clean and in a quiet setting! Close to Roanoke for restaurants! 40 minutes to Virginia Tech! Loved staying here!
Trails near by!
Beautiful scenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MTB C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is fantastic. 3 min to McAfee's knob parking...10 to Dragon's tooth...15 to Tinker Cliffs. 5 min to Carvin's Cove parking. Really nice back patio with fire pit. Would definitely consider reserving again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great renovations!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful location. Loved the fire pit out back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIM H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cozy place with a lovely firepit just outside the back door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great short stay. With an amazing hike to mcAfee knob.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed in Salem right outside of Ranoke for the USA finals National Mnt Biking races for 2025. Location was quiet, clean, modern, nice small cottage set up for family of 4. Good sized front yard area for yard games. Beautiful rose bushes on side of house that had lots of birds and bees visit. Close enough to hiking or biking trails near by via short drive and just far enough away from city to have a quite outside of Ranoke city area.It was too hot for us to use the bonfire but did enjoy the front large covered porch with rocking chairs in early mornings and evenings. Even sat out on porch while it rained. Liked that there was on site washer and dryer to use for dirty clothes post muddy biking. Outdoor water hose available to wash off the bicycles post ride as well. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sankirna J.

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

Great stay

Had a great stay in Roanoke. It’s minutes away from the Mcafee Knob trailhead and 20 mins from Roanoke, VA. The property was great, chrck-in process was pretty smooth, and ample space to park 2 cars. There is also a firepit and we were graciously provided with firewood and some smores which we enjoyed after a day hike. I would definitely book again if I am back in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Great property and location

We loved the cottage. A great place and accommodations that we would return to. 2 mile drive to McAfee parking lot and 20 minutes to Roanoke. Decor and vibe is calming. It’s really clean, and well supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joan H.

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

Virginia

Nice place, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and close to all of our daily excursion. For the 3 rating on cleanness the outdoor furniture very dirty. Needed a good cleaning before able to use. The front and back. Also, all of the guests were the age of 65 and up and some grab rail in the shower would be nice and a mat for the tub. Please consider better quality of toilet paper.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca N.

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

Perfect Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Extremely clean, perfect location, Loved the fire pit! We ate at the new place 3miles down the road called Hanging Rock Tavern, highly suggest them! And hiked McAfee Knob, which every single step was worth the view at the top. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Nice house and location

House was very nice and clean. Located between Salem and Catawba. Close to McAfee Knob parking area. Host was very responsive. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Great Location

Wonderful property. Had a nice stay. Was close enough to the great hiking locations and the city for dinner after. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Great Stay for Roanoke Graduation

The cabin was a great location for a graduation at Roanoke College. The fully stocked kitchen helped us have meals at the cabin instead of eating out. Everything was as advertised! We plan to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Heaven at the Foot of the Mountain

This was the perfect location to hike Virginia's Triple Crown. We were also very close to Carvin's Cove and Roanoke. Everything was updated and very clean. Great atmosphere too! We had a campfire almost every night with the wood that was provided to us. Sat in the rocking chairs on the front porch. Would stay here again! Highly recommend. Youtubers- Our Next Trail
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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