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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Make memories to last a lifetime.

Beautiful mountain views, an abundance of wildlife, and close to town!
Very spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 baths country cottage (Additional efficiency, 1 bedroom/1 bathroom available to rent ) overlooking the Blueridge Mountains. Large open family room and kitchen. 2 Queen beds, Bunk bed with two twins, and a day bed (2 twins.) Additional 1/1 available for large parties (not rented out alone, only as part of this vrbo). Private pond, 170 acres with lots of trails to explore. Firepit, basketball hoop, swing set, fort, pickleball court, fishing, and more.
Washer/dryer, High speed, reliable fiber optics WIFI, and Direct TV. For more pictures of the property, visit: thirstydogfarm.org

Close to VMI, Washington and Lee University, Natural Natural Bridge, Zoo, Caverns, Wineries, Breweries, and more.
Babysitter available

**Military/First Responders/Disabled Veterans/EMAIL FOR DISCOUNTED RATE

Property manager

Erin or Doug Kneer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 5 min drive
  • Virginia Military Institute - 7 min drive
  • VMI Museum - 10 min drive
  • Virginia Horse Center - 11 min drive
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Macado's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make memories to last a lifetime. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Make memories to last a lifetime.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make memories to last a lifetime.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Make memories to last a lifetime. located?

This family-friendly Lexington cottage is located in the mountains, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Washington and Lee University, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Stonewall Jackson Grave and Alumni Memorial Field. Lee Chapel and Museum and VMI Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm days
This is the 5th year I’ve met my son and his family at Doug and Erin’s little bit of heaven on earth. We started with two little boys and there are now 4 who have come to absolutely love “Nannie’s” farm- LOL. There’s so much to keep all the boys busy( ages 10 - 3) . The house is perfect- everything you could need is there. Erin is so helpful. I 100% encourage making this your destination.!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect country home in Lexington
Second time we have stayed at this property. Clean, stocked with supplies. Very kid friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of summer get-away
Convenient location and great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. 💖🤗🌟
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views!
We loved the great mountain view! The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfy. The kitchen was well stocked. The host was quick to respond and very helpful. We enjoyed playing pickle ball and exploring the property. It was close to Lexington, but felt very far from everywhere! Calm and relaxing visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This place was clean, confortable and perfect for our group, and the owners were incredibly helpful and kind to us - they were even better than the place. Two very minor downsides - it's a bit of a drive into Lexington (about 6 miles, and a slow drive on country roads) where our activities were, and the high windows let in light earlier in the morning than we wanted to wake. But those were minor to us. We'd stay here again, without question.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property! Very comfortable stay.
The location was convenient enough to get to all the fun tubing, brewery and hiking activities...yet it was so perfectly remote where you could really "get away". The hosts were so very gracious and welcoming, making sure that we had all our family needed for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

BABETTE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to visit again
Wonderful hosts and very accommodating. Beautiful home and views. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin!!
This was such a beautiful property. Me and my friends were in town for a wedding and we rented this listing for a weekend. It was about 15 min from downtown Lexington which was great. My friends would sit outside in the morning to look out at the view with their coffees plus the fire pit was a lot of fun. There were chickens, donkeys, and cows we looked at and there was a note inside that if we wanted to get up close with the chickens to let them know. Wish we had done that. 10/10 though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VMI Reunion Getaway
Beautiful place and perfect for our VMI reunion with some old friends. We also thoroughly enjoyed the "neighbors"--a mama bear and her 3 cubs. Definitely on our list for a place to return....thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Great house for families with younger children. View is amazing and entertainment for younger guests can’t be beat. The hosts are fabulous too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Lexington Getaway
Great location, clean house and perfect setting. The host was very accommodating and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
Erin is so hospitable and a great host. The property is gorgeous….we wished it didn’t rain while we were there, so we could have explored the trails. Everything was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot; gracious hosts; a Hit!
We had a too short delightful time in Lexington. The property was on a hill over looking the Shenandoah Valley; every effort was made to welcome us; there’s a small enclave of chickens, turkeys, miniature donkeys, and other creatures the children loved; the surrounding Maurrey River valley was fun to explore and enjoy-we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Views and family farm fun
Wonderful quick getaway to be out of the city. Gorgeous Mountain Views and cute farm animals and activities for kids. Lots of nearby outdoor fun as well. Erin and Doug were friendly and attentive hosts. I would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanky s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hidden Gem!
We had an incredible stay at this lovely cottage! It was extremely family friendly! The hosts could not have been more welcoming and helpful! We’re looking forward to going back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation/Family Weekend
I wanted a place where we could all be together for my daughters college graduation What a wonderful find! This is the best place we have stayed at. The cottage is large and family friendly. The grandkids enjoyed playing outside on the rope swing and seeing the farm animals. We cant wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
Lovely property with an amazing view and the owners were so sweet to my kids & let them feed the animals and hold the baby chickens. Tons of outdoor activities for the kiddos and the animals were a huge hit! Will be coming back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best hosts
Erin and Doug were the best VBRO hosts I have ever had the pleasure renting from. They were fantastic communicators and very helpful with area information. We were celebrating our son’s graduation this week . The house was the perfect, picturesque, location for a fun small party bbq. The kitchen had everything we needed and the home was beautiful and spacious. Some basketball, tether-ball, pickleball playing and ending the evening by the fire pit made for happy memories. A few guests even went to visits the cute donkeys. I would highly recommend visiting this VRBO location and enjoys the beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A dream vacation for a child
We had such a nice time here. The setting is beautiful. There was so much for my grandson to explore. The hosts were wonderful and responsive. We really enjoyed seeing the farm animals and having farm fresh eggs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kara I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay for a family
This is the perfect mountain getaway property, especially with kids. Our 4-year old LOVED the swings, trampoline, toys, etc. We all enjoyed the farm animals, firepit, and beautiful views of the mountains. The property owners were so thoughtful and prompt with communication. We are already planning a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property/home + amazing hosts/family = perfection?
Our family had a wonderful experience with this home: the layout, amenities, and TOYS and FARM ANIMALS. Erin and Doug were fantastic hosts. We were in for a family wedding and everyone one of our visitors experienced this great place. WANT to come back ASAP.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Details Make A Big Difference
Little details like relaxing music playing when the family arrived and the invitation to take anything from the beautiful garden made all of us feel so welcomed and comfortable. There were fun activities for all ages and gorgeous views. Highly recommend for families looking to get away from the business of life and enjoy spending time relaxing and playing together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack F., Dallas,USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
The property was just what we needed and the view was incredible. When we got there, kids did not touch their electronic games and just enjoyed what they had at the farm They were outside constantly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
I have stayed in several locations in Lexington and this was by far the best. Erin and Doug went above and beyond all expectations. The property provided everything we needed. We were able to have family meals, take long walks and enjoy the animals on the property. I highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022