Cabin Charm in the Blue Ridge Mountains/151 Brew Ridge Trail in secluded hollow

Welcome to the Glass Hollow Cabin! Come make yourself at home & enjoy the rustic charm of our beautiful newly renovated pre-civil war log cabin. This charming cabin is a dream for guests seeking a cozy getaway. The perfect experience for your family or group of friends who want the best that this area has to offer. Plus bring your furry friend to explore along with you! Enjoy the well stocked kitchen, cozy vibe & the mountain view’s .... everything you need to feel at home & then some. Our cabin features two bedrooms one with a queen bed, upstairs loft with two queen beds and a comfortable living room off the kitchen that includes a sofa bed. Prime location: Located in Afton, just minutes to Rt. 151/Brew Ridge Trail, dozens of popular wineries/breweries & Shenandoah Nat. Park.

The space
Come relax in style and find peace and serenity in our little slice of paradise. Location is key in our cozy pre-civil war log cabin, tucked in a beautiful hollow in the heart of Nelson County.

The cabin is a dreamy space for a couple, family or group of friends. (Plus your four legged friend!)

The whole log cabin was thoughtfully renovated, and maintains its Appalachian charm predating back to the 1800’s. You will find many special touches throughout, like original logs and flooring, big wooden beams, hand built counters and doors milled from wood from the hollow, super-comfy queen sized beds and local landscape photos throughout, taken by Kate, your host. The cabin is cozy, yet open and spacious, with a lot of natural lighting and infused with love & care. Situated on a 25 acre sanctuary in the mountains, at the base of the famous Humpback Rocks. A perfect setting & escape for those who want to bask in the outdoors and enjoy all this area has to offer. After your days adventures, kick your feet up & feel right at home! Let your cares melt away! Sip your coffee or wine from the porch with Blue Ridge Mountain View’s. Gaze at the stars & roast a smore from your own private campfire. The cabin is ideal for 2-6 guests.

Features of the CABIN:

-Access to the entire private cabin
-AC throughout
-Mountain views from the cozy wrap around porch
-Pet friendly with a large yard to play in
-Porch with gas grill for cook outs & dining table
-Private campfire area-Bring your own wood
-Fully stocked and equipped kitchen
-Great tasting pure, filtered mountain well water
-Extremely safe neighborhood
-Free parking for 2-3 cars
-Whole foods & other grocery delivery right to the door

Enjoy the outdoors & local destinations:

-In the hub of Nelson County & "Brew Ridge Trail"
-Literally just minutes to many award winning breweries, wineries, cideries & distilleries
-Wintergreen Resort- skiing, tubing, dining, golfing, spa treatments, hiking
-Renown hiking-Shenandoah National Park, Appalachian Trail & Blue Ridge Parkway
-Kayaking or SUP- The Rockfish, Shenandoah or Rivanna River or Sherando Lake, Beaver Creek, Ragged Mountain Reservoir
-Scenic drives- Skyline drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway
-Located in a beautiful quiet, safe hollow w/ views, miles to walk, run or bike

Kate's Guide Book- with her favorite hikes, restaurants, farmers markets & more highlighting all the features, that make this area a stellar destination. Feel free to reach out for special-off the beaten path adventures, eateries and must do’s.

THINGS TO NOTE:
We recognize that some of these things may not be suitable for all guests. So please read thoroughly!

Country living: The cottage is in the country. You may see flies, critters, mosquitos, or no-seeums (that may be present at dusk during the warmer months). This is part of our "close to nature charm".

There is a smart TV with no cable, bring your Netflix or other tv passwords with you to have access

No smoking in the cottage

No parties!

Quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am

Guests have use of the entire home.

We have a secondary rental house on our property. It is accessible by another driveway, but in case you have a large group, or other families that you'd like to have in close proximity, our cottage could be a great option for you. It hosts 2-3 people. Reach out and I can fill you in more and see if we have availability. It is called the Glass Hollow Cottage, Oasis in the Blue Ridge.

Whether relaxing indoors or planning your next adventure, this awesome cabin offers a welcoming retreat. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place.