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Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

High speed Wi-Fi added June 2023.
It’s mountain viewing and festival time in the Blue Ridge Mountains! Sycamore Shade is located on the banks of the Piney River in Roseland, Virginia. A short drive from Charlottesville, Lexington, Lynchburg and Staunton.

Our cottage is a great place to relax on the deck or read in the hammock. Native brook trout and wild brown trout populate the river. There are fishing tackle, snorkel masks and inner tubes for enjoying the river. The house is nestled between the Cardinal and the Little Priest mountains in the Blue Ridge Religious Range. The George Washington National Forest adjoins the property.

Excursions can include hiking the nearby Appalachian Trail, four-wheeling up the Shoe Creek jeep trail, or mountain- biking the gravel roads that follow the river. Wintergreen ski resort is a short 25 minute drive. There are numerous wineries, breweries and orchards nearby, and to check for festivals and tastings at these go to The Nelson County visitor’s website.

The trilliums laurel and jack-in-the-pulpits bloom in spring. Summer is just fun because the water is warm enough (but still mountain spring fed cool) to tube or swim. Fall is spectacular because the trees are ablaze with autumn color, and the brookies can be seen spawning from the deck. Watching a movie from the extensive library of DVDs with a fire going in the woodstove is the way to relax in winter after an afternoon of skiing at Wintergreen.

It is always about 10 degrees cooler at Sycamore Shade than it is in the city, and the river makes a tranquil sound splashing over the rocks any time of year. Regardless of the season, when you pull into the driveway at Sycamore Shade, you will decompress and feel the peace and calm that that this home by a running stream always produces.

This is a truly relaxing off the grid experience allowing vacationers totally unwind.

Keywords: relaxing, cabin retreat, bungalow, honeymoon, Lodge charming , fishing, waterfront, River, Quaint, cottage, mountains, hiking, Blue Ridge, Appalachian trail

Property manager

Cabell Gorman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: One With a 100.00 pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No children under the age of 6

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: You must contact the owner.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Retreat Piney River. Relaxing Blue Ridge Mountain
Waterfront Retreat Piney River. Relaxing Blue Ridge Mountain

About the neighborhood

Map
Roseland, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 23 min drive
  • Crabtree Falls - 31 min drive
  • Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery - 40 min drive
  • Reids Gap Trailhead - 45 min drive
  • Wintergreen Resort - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose Isle Farm Brewers Grain-Fed Beef - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. located?

This family-friendly Roseland cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps from George Washington National Forest and Priest Wilderness. Crabtree Falls and Woodson's Mill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Spectacular Waterfront Retreat on Piney River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat
Beautiful home in outstanding mountain setting
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
❤️Roseland
Best short get away for my family! Beautiful home and surroundings! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
My second visit to this lovely property. The weather and surroundings were excellent and the fish were biting!! Would not change a thing. This is now a favorite place for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing way to end the year
Great relaxing way to end the year We thoroughly enjoyed Unwinding in a quiet relax setting with a fantastic fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting and fun for kids
We loved our stay. There were a few minor issues that the owner said would be fixed soon. We loved the stream and natural setting as well as all the extras we found to keep the kids entertained - inner tubes, foosball, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sycamore Shade
Second visit-absolutely loved it and will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
What a picturesque spot! We spent much of our time outside on the deck of this wonderful home! The house was welcoming, the beds comfortable and it had everything we needed for our long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sycamore Shade is a great home in a beautiful setting
Our family of 5 (2 college sons and their Aunt) and a Springer spaniel had a great visit to this Piney River home. It was perfect setting for a post-holiday wind down and easy access to the national forest where we hiked and fished. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Weekend
The location is lovely. The only challenge is the trash situation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Weekend in Paradise
This was our second visit to this precious home and we hope to return again. We played games, completed a puzzle and enjoyed nice meals together. This home sits close to the river, with a fire pit on the bank, providing a perfect place to sit and enjoy nature. It is very relaxing and peaceful place to spend the weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

stephen k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
delightful home
Great kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were perfect. Only two complaints: mosquitoes and it was a long way to the nearest grocery store and dumpster. Directions to the dumpster could have been much clearer. Great deck and reasonably private.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Spring break getaway for our family of four and some of our kids’ friends. My husband fished, I ran and took photos, and the kids found plenty to do to amuse themselves. The location is beautiful, relaxing, comfortable, clean, and with a well-stocked kitchen. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for everyone. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Family Gathering
The property was stunning! Our family loved being together in such beautiful, natural surroundings. The house had lots of room for everyone and was clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances,, utensils, and staples. The host responded quickly to our questions. We would definitely want to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
The home was very cozy and warm. With the peacefulness of the creek near by washes all stress away. One bit of advice is to read the check in procedure as I missed the part on turning on the water well pump.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded vacation home on the river
Beautiful home with lots of things to do on site, wonderful deck, well stocked kitchen, peaceful location. Large local dogs wander into the yard. Come prepared with your everything you need because it is a distance to any stores. Fantastic place to unplug and unwind!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L., Smithfield, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Location
We enjoyed our stay at Sycamore Springs. The house was very accommodating and the fire pit by the river incredibly relaxing. We drove to pick apples and hike before realizing we could hike right from the house. We spent the next day enjoying the George Washington National Forest. You could do this by car or walking. The break from being connected was enjoyed by adults and teenagers. The owners were easy to work with and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation 2023
The property is beautiful and we were very pleased that there were plenty of dishes, cookware linens etc. The owner was quick to respond to our questions and ensured that our visit was pleasant. The property is remote and is advertised as such. It was not an issue for us but I would suggest that you take this into consideration when planning your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed!
We visited during our children's Spring Break and loved our stay. The house was clean and cozy! The kids (human and four-legged)could not get enough of playing outside and though the water was still cold in early April they could not resist jumping in the river! The owner gave very clear opening and closing instructions and was very responsive to inquiries. The house had everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful family getaway. After the first few hours we forgot about our phones/internet and enjoyed some disconnected time hiking, playing games, reading, napping, and watching movies from the DVD collection at the house. It was perfect and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg P., Dover, Delaware, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remarkably relaxing
Really cool opportunity to stay mere feet from a rushing river. Everything was as advertised, but will provide some confirmation of other reviews: Kitchen and bathrooms have been really nicely updated, living and bedrooms are nice but lived in. The deck overlooking the river is a remarkable place to spend as much time as possible. We brought chairs that we put in the river to sit and read (or sit and drink a beer). River is shallow enough to walk around in, but rocks are somewhat sharp and slippery, so water shoes or old shoes may be a good idea. No wi-fi or cell signal at the house as mentioned, which takes a bit of getting used to for us phone addicts. But, believe it or not fellow parents, my teenagers admitted afterwards they appreciated not having a constant stream of texts and social media messages to deal with. DVD library is huge and my kids had fun picking out some old movies they had forgotten about. Just know if you stay here there are no quick trips out for coffee or groceries, and the nearest two or three spots are small general/convenience stores, with full groceries about 30 minutes away. But trust me, if you want a relaxing spot to stay and spend time with each other, you won't want to leave this house much anyway...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Getaway
The property was perfect, definitely as listed, well cared for, secluded and serene. Kitchen had all accessories needed for a variety of meals. The river has a very small rapid in front of the house providing great river sound. It is in the mountains, no cell service and grocery store 20 minutes away, bring everything with you. There is WiFi and a Keurig. My family group included a 12-yr old and 6 yr old twins. We did not leave the property, (other than hiking) and the kids were outside more than 6 hours every day. The property was a place of discovery for them, river in front, hills to climb behind and finding the ceramic forest friends the owners have hiding around the property. Fire pit and s'mores. It was fall and the foliage was great! Introduced the kids to wax paper leaf ironing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the pines, on the piney river
This lovely little cottage on the piney river was the perfect place to celebrate 35 years of marriage. The setting was beautiful and the accommodations spacious yet intimate. The cottage demonstrates an obvious history of love and good memories. We fished the section of river assigned and got skunked. The beauty of the setting was more than compensation for this disappointment. The owners have set up a welcoming, warm and friendly vibe that made it a pleasure to stay at Sycamore Shade. We would like to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindi R.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Sycamore Shade
Wonderful, beautiful! This was our 3rd visit and we’ve already booked for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Complete relaxation
The section of the Piney River this home sits on is amazing. Walking out the back door to the sound of the river and sitting on the deck with the tranquil views instantly put me into a trance. I will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenxia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing
Quite an
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway with our young adult children
Charming, peaceful mountain home. Large deck right beside a gurgling river. Perfect for a relaxing time with family or friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024