10/10 Excellent
Jade W.
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jade W.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
JULY DISCOUNT! Romantic 2 BR 2 story w/mountain views and stunning outdoor space
Cottage in Amherst with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Amherst, VA
- Place, Woodson's Mill2 min drive
- Place, Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail6 min drive
- Place, Blue Mountain Barrel House11 min drive
- Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
About this property
JULY DISCOUNT! Romantic 2 BR 2 story w/mountain views and stunning outdoor space
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains with easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking, biking, boating and fishing. Located on a 220 year old farm, the Guest House at Forest Hill features a professionally decorated interior with beautiful views of Mt. Pleasant from the upstairs porch. You can cozy up and read or have a glass of wine and dinner on the downstairs porch while enjoying the stars. Well suited for those who enjoy a well appointed space and an excellent choice for those who love to cook. You will find a nice bottle of wine on the counter and our own grass fed beef in the freezer when you arrive. For history buffs, The Guest House is a former "teachery" (where the teachers lived) for the first Rosenwald School in Amherst County.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
Lake adjoins the property-caution advised for kids
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property # 3006279vb
About the area
Amherst
Located in Amherst, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Winton Country Club and Blue Mountain Barrel House are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore George Washington National Forest and Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Amherst, VA
What's nearby
- Woodson's Mill - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
- Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
- Blue Mountain Barrel House - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
- Winton Country Club - 12 min drive - 18.0 km
- Lovingston Winery - 13 min drive - 19.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ankida Ridge Vineyards - 25 min drive
- Mountain View Market - 3 min drive
- Smokehouse Henry's - 14 min drive
- Cristina's Cafe - 9 min drive
- Saunders Brothers - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Claudia Duck Tucker
I travel a great deal for work and have a good understanding of what makes for a comfortable stay. Having well appointed furnishings and quality materials lends to that feeling of cozy comfort.
Why they chose this property
This property is beautiful. The views of Mt Pleasant and the Sleeping Giant are spectacular. Very convenient to wineries, breweries, hiking, fishing boating and just enjoying the stars at night. A great place to unplug and unwind. But if you have to be accessible, wifi is onsite as is a smart TV. Just a reminder, that this is rural Virginia. The nearest grocery store is 20 minutes away. The Town of Amherst has several nice restaurants but if you are craving nightlife, Lynchburg and Charlottesville are about a 45 minute drive.
What makes this property unique
This cottage was the "teachery" of an old school that was built about 100 years ago. This is a very historic area. The pace is slow, the people are friendly and the mountains will take your breath away.
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