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McDowell ‘Highland County River Retreat’ w/ Views!
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 11 153 sq m
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McDowell, VA
- Cass Scenic Railroad
- Snowshoe Mountain
- George Washington National Forest14 min drive
- Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)104 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
2 bathrooms
Spaces
About this property
McDowell ‘Highland County River Retreat’ w/ Views!
Escape to the tranquility of this quaint 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Highland County. The McDowell vacation rental overlooks the Bullpasture River, so spend your days fishing and strolling the 20 acres of scenic countryside! Explore nearby attractions, like the Highland County Historical Museum and the Civil War Battlefield, or unwind around the fire pit surrounded by nature's melodies. This convenient, yet remote getaway offers a perfect blend of history, adventure, and relaxation.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Fishing + Hiking On-Site | Fire Pit
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds, Twin Daybed | Bedroom 4: 2 Queen Beds
MAIN FEATURES: 20-acre property on Bullpasture River, fenced backyard, deck, hammock, board games, dining table
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, drip coffee maker, cooking basics, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, window A/C + heating units, ceiling fans, linens/towels, hangers, keyless entry
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
EXPLORE OUTDOORS: Bullpasture River and grounds - swim, fish, picnic, stargazing & birdwatching (on-site), hiking - McDowell Civil War Battlefield Trail (8 miles), Sounding Knob Fire Tower Trail (15 miles), Shenandoah Mtn Trail (15 miles), Ingalls Loop trail (26 miles), biking - Local roads, Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge routes (15 miles), George Washington & Jefferson National Forest (29 miles), Augusta Springs Wetlands Park (45 miles), Jackson River Scenic Bike Trail (45 miles), Cass Scenic Railroad State Park (55 miles)
MORE TO DO: Sugar Tree Country Store (7 miles), Highland County Maple Festival in March (16 miles), Warm Springs Grocery (24 miles), Garth Newell Music Center W/ performing arts & live events (25 miles), The Omni Homestead Resort w/ spa, golf & hot springs baths (28 miles), Green Bank Observatory and Telescope Science Center (48 miles), Explore More Discovery Museum (52 miles), Mossy Creek Fly Fishing (52 miles)
AIRPORTS: Shenandoah Valley Airport (52 miles), Greenbrier Valley Airport (88 miles), Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport (89 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
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter. There is a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor; however, stairs are required to access the remaining full bathroom and bedrooms on the 2nd floor
-- THE PROPERTY --
Fishing + Hiking On-Site | Fire Pit
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds, Twin Daybed | Bedroom 4: 2 Queen Beds
MAIN FEATURES: 20-acre property on Bullpasture River, fenced backyard, deck, hammock, board games, dining table
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, drip coffee maker, cooking basics, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, window A/C + heating units, ceiling fans, linens/towels, hangers, keyless entry
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
EXPLORE OUTDOORS: Bullpasture River and grounds - swim, fish, picnic, stargazing & birdwatching (on-site), hiking - McDowell Civil War Battlefield Trail (8 miles), Sounding Knob Fire Tower Trail (15 miles), Shenandoah Mtn Trail (15 miles), Ingalls Loop trail (26 miles), biking - Local roads, Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge routes (15 miles), George Washington & Jefferson National Forest (29 miles), Augusta Springs Wetlands Park (45 miles), Jackson River Scenic Bike Trail (45 miles), Cass Scenic Railroad State Park (55 miles)
MORE TO DO: Sugar Tree Country Store (7 miles), Highland County Maple Festival in March (16 miles), Warm Springs Grocery (24 miles), Garth Newell Music Center W/ performing arts & live events (25 miles), The Omni Homestead Resort w/ spa, golf & hot springs baths (28 miles), Green Bank Observatory and Telescope Science Center (48 miles), Explore More Discovery Museum (52 miles), Mossy Creek Fly Fishing (52 miles)
AIRPORTS: Shenandoah Valley Airport (52 miles), Greenbrier Valley Airport (88 miles), Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport (89 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
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter. There is a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor; however, stairs are required to access the remaining full bathroom and bedrooms on the 2nd floor
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 first aid kit
About the area
McDowell
Located in McDowell, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. George Washington National Forest and Piney Mountain State Game reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sugar Tree Country Store and NRAO Science Center. Green Bank Observatory and Green Bank Telescope 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/biking trails nearby.

McDowell, VA
What's nearby
- George Washington National Forest - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
- Sugar Tree Country Store - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
- Warm Springs Pools - 48 min drive - 42.8 km
- Homestead Old Course - 59 min drive - 52.6 km
- Homestead Ski Area - 59 min drive - 52.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sugar Tree Country Store - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Evolve

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