Escape to the Blue Ridge Mountains and book a stay at 'Carter's Hideaway,' a secluded 2.5-acre, 2-cabin property near Philpott Lake! Boasting a spacious patio with a private pool, outdoor bar, and fire pit, this family-friendly Henry vacation rental is a dream. When you're not relaxing at home, enjoy a leisurely hike through Fairy Stone State Park, take a scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, or explore nearby mountain towns like Martinsville and Rocky Mount. Book your mountain retreat now! -- THE PROPERTY -- Gas Fireplace | Close to Outdoor Recreation | Outdoor Bar w/ Gas Grill | Hot Tub Bedroom 1 (Cabin 1): King Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2 (Cabin 2): 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 3 (Cabin 2): 2 Twin Beds CABIN FEATURES: Private pool (seasonal), furnished patio, fire pit, 4 flat-screen TVs w/ movies, sound system, hardwood floors, lodge-inspired decor, ceiling fansKITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towelsGENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C + heating, washer + dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, board games, booksFAQ: Stairs to enter, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (4 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- OPT OUTSIDE: Philpott Lake (walking distance), Horseshoe Point Park (1.6 miles), Fairy Stone State Park (14.0 miles), Mabry Mill (36.4 miles)AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Blue Ridge Institute & Museum (10.1 miles), Harvester Performance Center (18.3 miles), Virginia Museum of Natural History (20.8 miles), Martinsville Speedway (25.1 miles)NEARBY TOWNS: Ferrum (9.3 miles), Rocky Mount (18.4 miles), Martinsville (20.2 miles)AIRPORTS: Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (49.1 miles), Lynchburg Regional Airport (77.1 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking- No pets allowed- No events, parties, or large gatherings- Additional fees and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in- NOTE: The seasonal pool is open from May to September- NOTE: The property requires stairs to enter- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. 1 camera is located at the back of Cabin 1 facing the path to the lake, and there is a Ring Doorbell camera located next to the front door facing out. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Henry
Henry is home to this cabin. Blue Ridge Institute and Museum and Martinsville-Henry County Heritage Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Villa Appalaccia Winery and Chateau Morrisette. Textile Heritage Trail and Studio 107 are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Horseshoe Point Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Philpott Lake - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Fairy Stone State Park - 27 min drive - 24.8 km
Smith Mountain Lake - 50 min drive - 57.4 km
Tanglewood Mall - 58 min drive - 76.1 km
Restaurants
Red and Maes - 29 min drive
Papas Pizzeria - 23 min drive
The 77 Restaurant - 21 min drive
This Chair - 34 min drive
Always Always land - 34 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun!?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun! on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$619, 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 Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Lake: Henry Group Getaway w/ Outdoor Fun! located?
Situated in Henry, this cabin is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Philpott Lake and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Goose Point Recreation Area. Ryans Branch Recreation Area and Blue Ridge Institute and Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time. My daughter and her twins live in Martinsville and this place was the best to spend a week with them. Lots to do even if we never left. We would absolutely stay there again.
DebbieDebbie
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2025
Thank you Debbie for choosing Carter's Hideaway for your vacation with family. We appreciate your kind
words. We look forward to your next visit.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Kelly K.
1 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
terrible.. couldn't leave fast enough. The amount of dust in the house was crazy. You could write your name in it. After opening the door, you could actually smell the dust in the air. Dead stink bugs ALL over the house. I had to sweap the floor, clean counter tops snd dust before we could uppack. Mouse poop on the bathroom towels. Get out of the shower and grab a towel, to find out that there is mouse poop all over the towels. Had to go to the second cabin whare the towels are rolled on the wall, to get clean towels for my family. The house was infested with wasps. We were getting stung inside the house and my child refused to go outside bc they didn't want to get stung. Wasp spray was in the house, outside and in the second house. Clearly they know it is a problem!! No cleaning supplies. No glass cleaner or bleach wipes.All bed sheets looked like they where unclean and dirty, like if they had not been washed and the bed was just remade from the last visitors. No TV or wifi. No matter how many times we put in the password and code, we could not get any internet. No way of letting family know we made it safe until we left for town the fallowing day. Don't have more that one bag of trash or you need to drive five miles to communal dumpster to dump it!!! All draws has games or blankets in them. No place to put your clothes. Had to live out of my suitcase for the whole time. The morning we left we could not leave fast enough- " Nothing but trouble"
Loved the secluded location. Hosts are readily available if you are in need of anything. The pool was well kept and the cabins were well stocked.
Katheryn A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing Carter's Hideaway for your vacation. We are glad you enjoyed yourselves. We look forward to hosting your future vacation."
The place was great. Lots to do on the property. Lots of wildlife to see. We happened to not have the greatest weather but what can ya do. We made the best of it. You do need a working outdoor grill. The flat top grill was nasty and my husband had to really scrub and clean it. Besides those two things we would absolutely stay there again.
Debbie M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
SHERI
14 July 2025
Incredible retreat
This was our second stay at Carter's Hideaway. We will definitely return. Truly a tranquil and relaxing vacation retreat! The cabins are fully stocked with all amenities, the guest host is attentive and easy to communicate with, the pool is clean. Both of our summer stays we had problems with bees and wasps, but we learned to work around them. You can honestly relax and unwind from the rest of the world at this hidden gem! Thank you for making it available for others to enjoy!
SHERI
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you Sheri for the return visit to Carter's Hideaway. We strive to make everyone's visit comfortable and relaxing. We are blessed to have an amazing maintenance team to assist us. I'll be sure to share your responce with them. We look forword to your next visit at Carter's Hideaway. Take care.
The property is very nice, and just as advertised. The pool and hot tub were clean and inviting, and we had no issues during our stay.
Andrew H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
From the owner: "Thank you so much for choosing Carter's Hideaway for your vacation. We appreciate your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back anytime."
This is the second time that we stayed at this property. It was a great opportunity for my grandkids to play in the pool together, and they all enjoyed it.
Sandi C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
From the Owner: "Thank you for choosing Carter's Hideaway. Time spent with grandkids are the best. I am honored you chose Carter's Hideaway to make your memories."
Completely amazing experience!!! Out in the middle of nowhere, with your own private oasis! We loved the pool, patio are, and hot tub! Loved using the grill and black stone! Can’t wait to book again next year.
Erendira F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
From the Owner: "Thank you for choosing Carter's Hideaway for your vacation. Thank you for your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed yourselves. Please visit again soon."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ROBERT
22 November 2024
Cabin in the woods
Ride in to Carter’s Hideaway on Thursday evening in the dark was interesting, but we were rewarded with an excellent experience for 5 days/4 nights!! Not much was left to guesswork, as switches were well labeled, everything worked as expected, facilities were very well maintained, and we were able to relax and enjoy our time away from Martinsville Speedway. Would love to be there when the pool is open, but enjoyed the hot tub every day.
ROBERT
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sabrina
15 August 2023
Carters Hideaway
Simply beautiful next to nature! Loved the peacefulness and the luxury of hotel stay with a private pool and hot tub. This stay was for the bride and party. Nice to chill out and rest. We would all like to come back next year with our families. Thank you to the owners for sharing their little piece of heaven. Will diffently return.
Sabrina
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing Carters Hideaway. Im glad you enjoyed making memories there woth your friends. We would love to have you back anytime."
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany
29 November 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property and very clean.. Wi-Fi was spotty but it was okay because the family actually put their phones down and talked like normal people for once. We’re already planning another trip back in the summer to try out the pool!!
We absolutely loved our stay at these cabins. The private pool and hot tub kept everyone entertained for the long weekend and it was perfect for a laid back family vacation. The neighborhood dogs were the perfect highlight for my daughter who loves dogs. Tilley came first and was so cute and sweet. Bo was my favorite because he was almost identical to the best dog I ever owned and even his personality was spot on. We will definitely be back again! One of our favorite trips ever.
Overall wonderful experience.
Did ask a question very early in booking that was never answered but it was irrelevant at time of checkin/out anyway so made 0 difference.
Pool was perfect kids loved it day and night. Main cabin was very nice master stays 10* cooler than main room, which is fine by me. Downside to location of hottub is traffic through master suite and wet floor, but again not a deal breaker in anyway, just an observation. Thank you carters creek!
We had a wonderful time at the property... My family and I can’t wait to come back to enjoy the pool when the weather is warmer. Also, we loved Bo, he was a great host 🤣; we will miss him 😊
The internet was not working during our stay and our cellphones didn’t have any service but for the adults, this was an added bonus... however for my son, this was terrible news lol. They had a landline phone however if you needed to make or receive calls.
Tish R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kimberly
28 July 2025
Weekend trip
We've stayed at this cabin several times and have always had a great experience — it's a beautiful place and perfect for a relaxing getaway. However, this time we were really disappointed with the condition of the pool. When we arrived, the water was very green, and the pump wasn't running at all. We contacted the management right away and sent photos. They said they would notify the owners and contact the pool service. After a full day with no update or improvement, we reached out again and were given the owner's number. She was kind and said she’d have her husband contact the pool company again, but unfortunately, we never heard back and the pool remained unusable for our entire stay. It’s frustrating because the pool is one of the main reasons we love this place. Other than that, we still had a good time, but we really hope this getsaddressed for future guests — especially since this has always been a go-to spot for us
Kimberly
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
From the owner: "Kimberly, thank you for choosing Carter's Hideaway. I appreciate your kind words and return visit to our cabins. I understand your frustration with the pool. Due to severe thunderstorms with high winds in the area and power outages, our pool pump's programming was lost. I called our pool company and another local pool company, but neither was available to assist with our pool. The third pool company was 4 hours away in Richmond. They reprogrammed the pool pump. The pool is now fully operational It was nice speaking with you. I look forward to your return visit at Carter's Hideaway."
Verified
6/10 Okay
DONALD H.
23 July 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
disappointed
when i booked the rental i requested july 19th through july 21st. Friday the 21st we were told we only booked for two nights i booked for three nights. if i knew it was going to be THAT MUCH MONEY for two nights i would not have booked it.
DONALD H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2023
Donald, we want all of our guests to rest easy when they stay with
us, we saw that you booked through VRBO and you were allowed to book for 2 nights. I don't know why it allowed this as we have a 3-night minimum.
We wish you had contacted either VRBO or Evolve to see what was going on, but everything Evolve has confirmed was that your booking was for 2 nights, not three.
We're sorry that you didn't find our home to your liking and that you had issues with the booking.
We do all we can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests. We will continue to deliver those 5-star experiences we are known for.
This is a nice place to stay. We didnt pay attention to how there was only one room in the main cabin. But it ended up working out great. We had our own privacy. Pool was great. There was one thing that freaked us out a little. There were alot of spiders. Im scared of spiders. This was just from them not taking care of them though. The first night we had one make a web from the tuck to the ground. Its out in the woods, so it should be expected. Besides that, it was seculded and fun to stay at. We definitely recomend. Very cozy for winter months too.
Everything was good except green pool when we arrived. Called management they were very responsive. While management was working on pool a brown substance came out of jets. After we finished our stay and returned home, I contacted the owner. And they were very dishonest about the entire situation. Guess I should have taken photos. Shame on me!!!!
Marsha I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2022
From the owners: "Marsha, we understand there was an issue with the pool. The pool company and our maintenance team thought there was a chemical problem. We switched pool companies and it was the sand filter with the problem. We have since replaced the complete pool system pump and filter. We now use a 5 star pool company for all our pool and spa needs. Your money was refunded. We truly are sorry for your inconvenience."
5 of us (4 adults, One teen) had a great time swimming, building camp fires and exploring the area. No, the neighborhood dog stayed for a bit and he was awesome! Also, fireflies in the woods gave us a great show! Caretakers were great and quickly fixed a problem with the well pump. We explored Philpott and Smooth Mountain Lake and 3 of us went in a very challenging mountain bike ride. We all hiked in the area. Pool was awesome.
2 suggestions: 1.) The light in back needs to be on a motion sensor. It's very bright and diminished the ambiance of the campfire
2.) The water here is very hard, and smells of iron. Soaps don't seem to work right--even DAWN dish soap. I know it's an investment for a rental, but a water filter or softener would be a great addition.
delana G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
21 January 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful property just don't expect to be able contact the owners.
Beautiful property. We were excited to visit with our family of seven - Christmas to New Year's holiday. Sadly, after the first night's sleep my wife started feeling itchy and came down with a bad rash on her face, hands, and ankles from the bed. We contacted both the owner and the property manager using the numbers and email addresses given. They chose not to respond four times. We were seeking information for what in the cabin might be the cause of the allergic reaction. Since we received no help, we spent the week driving hours into town and back buying new bedding, medicines, and seeking medical advice. The rash got worse each day. The day we returned home she went to the ER and was put on prednisone. Had to cancel a week of work as well as her face was red and puffy by then. We will not be staying in this cabin again and we advise others with allergies to think carefully about renting here. 1 in 7 chance seems to be your odds as that's how many of us got it. There were mice in the walls as the kids saw them. And the bedding smelled strongly of detergent, so perhaps they were covering up something. Wish they had written or called us back.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brandi M.
18 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Cousin Weekend Trip
Overall the stay wasn’t awful however, there are many concerns I feel pertinent to point out.
My cousin, her daughter, my niece and I stayed at the cabin from a Friday to a Monday morning as we planned a fun girl’s cousin weekend! Due to work and kids school schedules we didn’t get on the road until later in the day and that put us coming in, in the late evening. Upon arrival, it was quite literally black as night. There were no lights left on at the cabin(s) so be prepared to use your headlights, phone light or bring a flashlight to see anything.
Issue 1: There are two cabins (I missed reading this in the description somewhere); the main cabin and then a side cabin. The side cabin is just bedrooms and a bathroom in the middle. The main cabin has a master bedroom, living room – with a pull out couch, kitchen and bathroom. The main cabin is also enclosed within a white fence and unless you’re truly looking you don’t know how to get into the white fence. There is no sign that says “Welcome,” “Enter Here,” nothing. We walked around the main cabin and after looking at the white fence for a couple minutes, I had the thought that maybe part of the fence was a gate to let us in and I was right. A sign or some indication on where to enter into the white fence would be extremely helpful, especially after driving, coming in late in the evening and being tired, wanting to fight with a fence is the last thing you want to do upon arrival.
Issue 2: Once in the main cabin and getting situated, we started discussing sleeping arrangements. We pulled out the sleeper and laid on it to see how it might sleep – you might as well just be sleeping straight on the coils. It was brutal. Thankfully we were able to get the kids to sleep on the pullout couch and my cousin and I slept in the main master bedroom. The bed in there is HUGE, a California King I believe so there was a lot of space however, the mattress wasn’t the best but compared to the pullout couch it was luxury.
Issue 3: The water. If you have a weak stomach or you’re sensitive to smell, you are not going to want to stay here. I’m assuming they’re on well water which makes it smell of sulfur or rotten eggs for a better comparison. It is very overwhelming. The hot tub was a joy but the water in it also smelled like the rotten eggs so it made it a little more difficult to enjoy. After the hot tub I could still smell the smell in the kid’s hair when they would sit next to me, which was overwhelming. So fair
Brandi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2023
Shared from the owner: "Thank you for choosing Carter's Hideaway. We value our guests' comments and work diligently to make each stay memorable.
-We apologize that the front porch light was not left on. I have spoken to my team to ensure this light stays on. We are also installing additional lighting as well as directional signage.
-When you rent Carter's Hideaway you have use of both cabins. The guest cabin has two memory foam twin beds as well as two comfortable queen beds. We do have additional air mattresses with an air pump in the hall closet of the main cabin and keep extra linens in the dresser drawers. While we try to accommodate all guests' comfort, we're sorry the mattress didn't meet your preferences.
-Our beautiful cabins are located on Horseshoe Point on Phillpott Lake. The country location of this cabin means there is no city water nearby so we rely on a regularly changed water softener and filter. In addition, our pool and hot tub are professionally serviced by a five-star pool company. This pool company does provide picture documentation when they service our property and we've never received reports of issues with the hot tub.
Thank you for staying at Carter's Hideaway."