Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly
Welcome to The Inn at Maggodee Creek!
Discover a beautifully restored pre-Civil War historic home set on 22 peaceful acres in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Just minutes from Boones Mill and an easy drive from Roanoke, this special property offers the perfect blend of original character and thoughtful modern comforts. Guests consistently describe the home as warm, welcoming, and full of intentional touches that make you feel right at home. From seasonal décor that creates a festive atmosphere to cozy spaces designed for relaxing and connecting, The Inn at Maggodee Creek is ideal for multi-generational family gatherings, holidays, and group getaways.
A Home Designed for Connection
Spacious open living areas where everyone can gather — grandchildren playing, adults visiting, board games, or simply relaxing together Comfortably sleeps 8. Families of 6–8 (plus dogs) regularly call it “very roomy,” “extremely comfortable,” and “first-class all the way” Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for home-cooked meals Large, clean, and exactly as pictured — bright, inviting spaces that feel even more beautiful in person Full washer and dryer with detergent to get you started
Step Outside and Unwind in Nature
Roaring Maggodee Creek flows right in front of the property — perfect for peaceful mornings, exploring, or cooling off. Bring your swimsuit! Watch trains glide by from the front yard or relax on the swing (even teenagers love the quiet views) Expansive grounds with walking trails, an outdoor fire pit for s’mores and stories, and sweeping hill views that create that true sense of peace Pet-friendly setting where your furry family members can stretch their legs.
The historic charm runs deep, including a hidden pre-Civil War log cabin within the walls, adding a layer of wonder to your stay. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, enjoying festive holiday décor, or simply escaping for a cozy weekend, this home delivers memorable experiences.
Host Rhonda is known for being responsive, accommodating, and genuinely helpful. Guests often mention her thoughtful communication and say they can’t wait to return, and many do.
If you’re looking for a spacious, character-filled historic farmhouse that feels like a true family retreat, The Inn at Maggodee Creek is ready to welcome you.
Location Highlights:
Just 1 mile from the charming town of Boones Mill
20 minutes to:
Rocky Mount Roanoke The Harvester Blue Ridge Parkway access Mill Mountain Star Berglund Center Homestead Creamery — the best ice cream east of the Mississippi!
30 minutes to:
Smith Mountain Lake Roanoke College Nearest boat launch Booker T. Washington National Monument
45 minutes to:
The Appalachian Trail
About one hour to:
D-Day Memorial in Bedford Virginia Tech Martinsville Speedway Natural Bridge
A Few Important Notes
No smoking or vaping in the house No parties or events. No guests over the maximum occupancy of 8 Pets by special permission only with fee.
We’re a registered short-term rental with Franklin County and complete the county’s annual inspection. Working smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are in place for your stay.
Have a special request? Reach out. I’m happy to see if I can accommodate it
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
NOT on furniture OR left unattended. $75 fee
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No unregistered guests or visitors on the property. Occupancy limit of 8 guests. A $150 fee per unregistered guest/visitor will be charged.
Furniture must be returned to original place prior to checkout. Damage to the floor/furnishings due to moving, will be charged back to you.
Please keep the upstairs glass balcony door and the log room glass door closed after going in and out. This keeps insects out of the house
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 190085
Property # 3347969vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 first aid kit
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
Boones Mill
Located in Boones Mill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mill Mountain Star and Showtimers Community Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Zone and Mill Mountain Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Hopkins Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at Sun Tennis Center. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Harvester Performance Center - 17 min drive - 22.9 km
Smith Mountain Lake - 18 min drive - 24.0 km
Mill Mountain Park - 19 min drive - 27.6 km
Tanglewood Mall - 20 min drive - 26.4 km
Mill Mountain Star - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
Getting around
Roanoke Station - 25 min drive
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Holly Jo's - 6 min drive
BP - 13 min drive
Subway - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$1,428, 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 Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pre-Civil War Log Farmhouse in the Country with Creek access, Pet Friendly located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Grassy Hill Natural Area Preserve, The Zone and Gilly's Park. Harvester Performance Center and Sun Tennis Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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My family loved staying in the farmhouse. It is a beautiful home and it was perfect for our celebration of my mom’s 90th birthday. It was very clean and there were many special touches that were appreciated. It is in a lovely area and was very quiet. Communication with the host was exceptional. I highly recommend this property and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're delighted your family loved the farmhouse and that it was perfect for celebrating your mom’s 90th birthday.
We’re glad you found it clean with special touches, and enjoyed the quiet, lovely area. Thank you for the kind words about our communication — it was a pleasure hosting you.
We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Absolutely darling property! Every single room was a new exploration and the creek was just perfect. Everything in the kitchen was so clean and well maintained. This one is truly a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We're thrilled you found the property absolutely darling and enjoyed exploring every room. So glad the creek was perfect and the kitchen was clean and well-maintained.
It means a lot to hear you call it a true gem. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Everything about our stay was PERFECT. The hosts were very accommodating, with lots of little extras around the home. It was decorated nicely for fall. Lots of space for our family to spread out and enjoy. This place just feels like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled everything about your stay was PERFECT and that you felt right at home.
We’re so glad you enjoyed the fall decorations, the little extras, and having plenty of space for your family to spread out. It was a pleasure hosting you!
We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
We had a wonderful stay at the farmhouse! Beautiful and peaceful location, plenty of space inside and outside to relax, comfortable beds and rooms, everything we needed in the kitchen. Hosts were responsive and kind. We'd definitely stay here again sometime.
In the area for a family celebration and found this place on VRBO. Loved the potential to stay in an historic property, but with all the amenities. Loved the log cabin vibe, the cows (no smell at all) and watching the ground hogs graze. Rhonda was a great host, made it all so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the historic charm, log cabin vibe, and watching the cows and groundhogs graze. We loved hosting you and making your family celebration special—we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
A must place to stay. Everything was easy and welcoming. Our family of three generations enjoyed the time we had together and the beautiful house made it extra special. Many blessings during our stay and I'm sure many more to come!
Perfect spot for 8 people. We stayed for a weekend and enjoyed Smith Mountain Lake, about 25 minutes away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Thank you so much, Sarah! It was a pleasure to host you and your friends. You all respected our historic home and we truly appreciate it. Please come back anytime!
The house was the perfect size for all 6 people in our party. It was clean and very accommodating, and the host was AWESOME! It was definitely in the perfect location for us to be able to visit all of our family, whom we hadn’t seen in years. We would definitely stay again if we ever decide to come back to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review Frances and family! We're thrilled to hear that our Historic Inn was the perfect fit for your family of six and that you found it clean and accommodating. It’s great to know the location worked well for reconnecting with family, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime you return for a visit!
The host was so helpful and responsive, true hospitality. This is a beautiful home, We had plenty of space to sleep and spread out. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare a meal, and thankfully there were many hands to wash the dishes. The outside space was inviting and easy to spend time in. Even in the rain, it was a great place for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you for this lovely review! We’re delighted your family enjoyed the spacious home, well-equipped kitchen, and inviting outdoor areas—even in the rain. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
We stayed at this property during a three day visit to the area. Rhonda, the owner reached out before the stay and kept open positive communication during the stay. We were happy to spend time in this unique location, home and area. The home is comfortable and so interesting!
This was the perfect place for our family to re-connect and unwind. The hosts thought of everything that guests might need. The home and surrounding property were stunning. We all spend ours sitting on the front porch reminiscing. Our family has already booked another stay here, and cannot wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you for this heartwarming review! We’re overjoyed that your family reconnected on the front porch and felt the property was perfect for unwinding. We were thrilled that you booked again—we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Absolutely nothing but great words for this house. Clean, orderly, everything that we needed for our stay was available. Check in was without a hitch. The views were amazing. I only wish we had more time to explore the area. There for a wedding so it was a very busy time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Thank you Bercie, It was a pleasure hosting you and your group. You took such great care of our historic property and we greatly appreciate it. Please come back anytime!
Beautiful property well-maintained, clean And lots of extras. We needed a downstairs bedroom for my mother-in-law.. Host had great communication and was very supportive! We definitely stay there again. It’s so unique.
High school friends gathered at this lovely historic farmhouse for time together. Everything we needed was provided and the super-clean house in a beautiful rural setting was the perfect spot to reminisce and share a delightful time together. The hostess was most accommodating and communication was a breeze. Highly recommended as a “home away from home”
Incredible setting with a scenic mountian view over looking the farm land! All the conforts from home . Just a short drive to the lake ! The host was more than accommodating and very pleasant to work with. We will definitely stay there again! Thanks Rhonda! Love your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you, Rodney and family! You all were the perfect guests and I hope you will come back again soon!!
From the moment we arrived we felt pampered. The hosts thought of everything and then some. The house was decked out for the Christmas holiday with precious decorations tucked here and there. There were plenty of supplies on hand for everyone in our family. The added bonus of hand knitted cloths and beautiful hand crocheted snowflakes were the icing on the cake. We added an extra night just to take in all the house had to offer. What a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're delighted you felt pampered from the moment you arrived and that we thought of everything for your stay.
I am happy to hear you enjoyed the Christmas decorations, the hand-knitted cloths, crocheted snowflakes, and all the extra supplies. So glad you loved it enough to add an extra night — what a treat! Thank you also for the beautiful pictures you submitted, they are awesome!
We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
We spent a lovely Easter at this incredible house. The land and views were gorgeous and the house is just so cool and interesting. There were plenty of board games for our group of six and lots of room for everyone, including our dog. We found the kitchen to be well stocked with plenty of dishware, pots/pans, glasses, and utensils.Everything was very clean and cozy.The owner was very responsive to any questions I asked and just a joy to work with...We would definitely love to return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
It was a pleasure to host you and your family for Easter. You are certainly welcome to come back anytime. Thank you for taking such good care of our home!
This property was an incredible find. We loved everything about it, it was everything we were hoping for and more. The grounds are absolutely beautiful! Our puppy loved roaming around and visiting the cows. We had everything we needed and then some, with very special and thoughtful touches. The rooms are enormous and the decorating so warm and inviting. Everything was spotless. We have stayed in several older homes but this was the first one that had such good vibes, like it has seen happy times. We thank you so much for sharing your home with us and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled you and your puppy felt the happy vibes and enjoyed every detail—from the spacious rooms to the thoughtful touches. And thank you so much for the tomato sauce you left us—we tried it out this weekend and it was so yummy! It was a joy to share our home with you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
We absolutely enjoyed spending the Fourth of July in Rhonda’s lovely home. From the moment we arrived, it was clear she’s the epitome of the perfect host—always friendly, responsive, and ready to help. When I ran into a few hiccups on my end, Rhonda went above and beyond, making the process stress‑free.The property itself is a true gem. We spent time beside the babbling creek, watching cows graze in the pasture and deer wandering through the property. My 13‑year‑old grandson was fascinated by the history of the Inn and couldn’t get enough of the antiques throughout the house and on the property.We truly enjoyed of our stay and can’t wait to return in the fall. Highly recommended for anyone looking to relax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy outstanding hospitality!
We had a wonderful stay with family ! My favorite part of the house was the front porch ! We sat there every morning and every night
The house was beautiful inside and out! The host Rhonda was very nice and so easy to reach with my billions of questions ! lol
The kids enjoyed walking to the creek and just sitting by the water !
I looked forward to watching the train go by every night !
The cows were a pleasant surprises guests ! lol I believe we made some good friends !
Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful place ! We will hope to stay again ! 💕💕
Bethany
We visited Franklin County for a family reunion and were delighted withthis historic VRBO property. It exceeded all our expectations and made our gathering truly special.
The cozy and well-stocked house comfortably accommodated 6 adults, two children, and our dog. It was spotlessly clean, and the spacious living areas were perfect for quality family time.
The real highlight was the incredible countryside views. Waking up to stunning sunrises over the Blue Ridge mountains was a magical experience. The kids had a blast playing in the nearby creek, adding to the fun.
The property's location was ideal, with easy access to Roanoke, Rocky Mount, and Smith Mountain Lake. It allowed us to explore the area and reconnect with our roots, as our family had moved away over the last decade.
In summary, our stay at this historic house was fantastic. It provided a comfortable and cozy base for our family reunion, with incredible views and nearby attractions to enhance our experience. If you're looking for a perfect getaway in the Roanoke area, don't hesitate to book this VRBO property. We're already dreaming of returning in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Tyler, thank you so much for your kind words. We so enjoyed meeting all of you and Happy that you found us. You left the house in perfect condition and we are looking forward to your return!
About the host
Hosted by Rhonda Poff
Hi, I’m Rhonda! I’m an enthusiast of hiking, traveling, and cherishing moments with our pets, and I’m always staying busy. My passion is ensuring your stay at our Historic Inn is the best it can possibly be.
One of my absolute favorite places is the front porch—I love, love, love it! You can sit back and take in the beautiful views of the fields while watching the train roll by 3 or 4 times a day. The balcony offers equally stunning sights, and with five sitting areas, including porches and balconies, you’ll find a gorgeous view from nearly every exit. For a peaceful escape, head down to the creek—it’s a wonderful spot to relax and listen to the babbling water flowing over the rocks.
When I’m not hosting, you’ll likely find me at home, tending to my garden and flowerbeds. I adore gathering the harvest and preserving it for winter—canning green beans, tomatoes, salsa, beets, and more is a favorite summer pastime of mine. I am also the Financial Manager of a major Internet Retailer of Microscopes, that sell all over the world!
I can’t wait to share our Historic Inn with you and make your visit unforgettable. See you soon!
Why they chose this property
The creek that runs by the Inn is so serene. Sometimes, I sit on the edge of it and relax. It is so refreshing to my soul. The rolling hills and the blue sky during the day and the stars and moon at night, all give me a boost.
What makes this property unique
Have you ever wanted to experience the country life, wade in a creek, walk down a gravel road, hear and watch the train go by, catch crawdads in the creek, drink and bathe in PURE Spring Water? The Inn is definitely a place for all of these fun activiites or you can sit back and relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There is beauty everywhere you look, and the country air fills your lungs with the freshest air possible.
In addition to your fun and relaxation, The Inn's rich history makes it a great getaway for those who want to learn more about the past. With the pre-civil war log cabin inside, the cemetary dated around the Civil War that's located on the property, to all the old tractors and equipment from time gone by. It's full of history!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests