Enjoy this rare, pristine location, top of Warm Springs mountain. Clear days offer 60 mile views. Abundant wildlife. The property boarders a 9000 acre Nature Conservancy preserve and George Washington National forest. The Jefferson Pools, Hot Springs and Homestead Omni resort are a short drive from the house.
The space
Great for stargazing and fires. 60 mile mountain views. Frequent sightings of deer, bear and grouse. Bordering a 9000 acre Nature Conservancy preserve and National Forest this is an amazing and rare spot to reconnect with nature.
We are located within 10 minutes of the Homestead on Warm Springs Mountain we are about 4 hours from DC and 3 hours from Richmond.
Fun things in the area:
Hike the Gorge and various activities through the Homestead Resort.
Swim in the Jefferson Pools and have dinner at the Gristmill Inn in Warm Springs.
Guest access
Full house
Other things to note
This a remote and rustic space. Fair to approach this as "Glamping" on 30 private acres with comfortable amenities, plumbing, cotton sheets, down blankets, bath linens, and a full but simple kitchen.
PLEASE NOTE FOR ALL GUESTS WITH CHILDREN:
Children under 2 will not be charged as additional guests. Children between the ages of 2-12 are 1/2 the charge of an additional guest. There is a house rules and liability waiver that should be reviewed. While children are permitted with the parents discretion please note that this house is not child proof for stairs or cabinets. Cleaning supplies are not behind locked cabinets and fall hazards are possible for unattended children around stairs or deck. Climbing on any furniture can pose a risk. Parents should consider this like camping in terms of extra vigilance and do their own risk assessment. Please fell free to ask any questions you may have.
Wildlife: This is a pristine area with abundant nature, The property is adjacent to the Nature Conservancy and National forest. Bears, deer and coyotes are abundant. Occasional snakes. Most often they are unseen or shy but follow the same precautions with these animals that you would on in National Park website. Do not leave food outside unattended, on the grill or trash around the fire pit.
There is a year round indoor clawfoot tub with shower head and an outside shower that is usable most of the year except when temps drop well below freezing. The cabin is over 200 years old. It has been reconstructed with original design and materials. It is a minimalist space and offers a glimpse into a primitive farmstead of old Appalachia. A terrific basecamp for reading, hiking or exploring the Allegheny mountains. Weather is dramatic but often beautiful and exciting. Winters provide many opportunities to see snow. The house is often covered in ice and snow all winter. Summers are mild and cool at night. Note that windstorms can occasionally tear a screen or blow off cushions. Sometimes between guests. We may not always be able to provide a perfect level of detail but the house will be thoroughly cleaned between stays. The newer home is well insulated, dry and cozy. Some of the finished details of a city home are not always possible but there is most importantly a roaring wood burning fire place. Doors may stick, and some have old locks. The older cabin can takes a couple hours to heat up but is very comfortable after that. One of the downstairs rooms in the older log cabin is used to hold firewood, garden tools or necessities of the house. It is best to consider this as a glamping adventure in the woods. With that in mind we hope to exceed expectations. Please review policy and rules on safety. It is too extensive to list ever quirk and eccentricity of the property. There is a long history of reviews and pictures which paint a fair experience of what to expect. Please feel free to message any questions.
