There is nothing more appealing once the weather turns cold than a weekend getaway in a cozy cabin. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful mountain retreat or a quiet coastal cottage, Virginia’s got the perfect place for you. Check out these 12 cottages and cabins that offer all the comforts and amenities you need to create a memorable fall experience in Virginia.
MONTFAIR RESORT FARM COTTAGES—CROZET
Montfair Resort Farm has eight eco-friendly cottages available for guests, all overlooking a small mountain lake in Albemarle County. Just 15 minutes from Charlottesville, the property is convenient to a wide array of travel destinations, including dozens of wineries and breweries, historic sites like Monticello, and the world-famous Shenandoah National Park. Hiking trails wind through the estate’s woodlands, open fields, and three ponds, and you’ll spot a variety of wildlife during your treks through the property. The two bedroom, pet-friendly cottages sleep up to six guests, with a pull-out couch in the living room suitable for kids. Two canoes, kid’s bicycles, and adult mountain bikes are available for your use during a stay at the farm’s cottages.
YONA MOUNTAIN LODGE—MAX MEADOWS
A getaway location with impressive views and serene surroundings, Yona Mountain Lodge is a three bedroom, four bathroom cabin with endless entertainment for the whole family (even the four-legged family members, as the cabin is pet-friendly). A recreation room is a prime spot for the kids to hang out, with a pool table, foosball, ping-pong, and darts. Adults will enjoy the two stone fireplaces, a wrap-around covered porch with a hot tub, and a screened-in porch off the master bedroom that provides privacy along with gorgeous scenery.A RUSTIC RIVER CABIN—MASSANUTTEN
On the Shenandoah River, the Rustic River Cabin is warm and inviting, with a gas fireplace in the living room and an enclosed sunroom overlooking the scenic waters below. For days that aren’t too cool, an upper level balcony provides an additional view of the river, and outdoor activities like hiking and fishing are still popular, even during the fall and winter months. A hot tub on the deck and a fire pit in the yard below provide outdoor respites from the chilly air. The cabin is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring along your four-legged friends for a fall Virginia adventure.
RIVERSIDE VIEW—DAMASCUS
The Riverside View cabin is a 900 square-foot mountain retreat nestled in the small town of Damascus. With the Appalachian Trail running through the center of the town and the Virginia Creeper Trail just a few blocks away, the small two-bedroom cabin is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. If the weather permits, spend some time on the balcony to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Laurel River, which runs along the property.THE FISHEL COTTAGE—MARTINSVILLE
Built in the 1930s, the Fishel Cottage has since been renovated with all the modern amenities you would expect for a relaxing getaway. The pet-friendly log cabin sleeps up to six, with a queen bedroom, fold-out sleeper sofa, and a twin bed in the back room for kids. An enclosed back porch offers a comfortable place to unwind with a beautiful backdrop, and on cool nights, light a fire in the brick fireplace to keep warm. The rental is within walking distance of the Virginia Museum of Natural History, along with plenty of walking trails for hiking through the surrounding countryside.HAWTHORN COTTAGE—COLONIAL BEACH
Coastal Virginia is a popular summer vacation spot, but the off-season frequently means you’ll get cheaper rates and less crowded beaches. The Hawthorn Cottage is a three bedroom, one-and-a half-bath rental located in the small yet charming town of Colonial Beach in Virginia’s Northern Neck. Only a block from the waterfront, the cottage is within walking distance of the town’s restaurants, shops, and fishing pier. Rent a golf cart during your stay to tour this peaceful community like the locals.
RIVER WOODS RETREAT—BENTONVILLE
River Woods Retreat sits on six acres of wooded property at the base of Massanutten Mountain, with the Shenandoah River running below. The retreat has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half-bath, accommodating groups of up to six people. With Massanutten Resort right around the corner, the rental attracts many skiiers and snowboarders during the winter season, but in the fall, hiking and mountain biking trails are open for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the mountainside, as well as several zip lines that showcase the incredible views of the fall foliage below. Spend the cool evenings warming up by the fire pit, and wake up in the morning to the idyllic sounds of nature on the cabin’s outdoor deck. Two stone gas fireplaces inside the home will keep things cozy as the weather turns chilly, and a luxuriously large bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub, gas fireplace, and walk-in shower will have everyone in your group vying for the expansive master suite.MEADOW VIEW CABIN—LEXINGTON
A two bedroom, two bath rental that sleeps up to four people, the Meadow View Cabin is six miles from Historic Downtown Lexington off of a private country lane. The panoramic window wall affords pastoral views of the scenic landscape outside, and the wooden wraparound deck is a great place for a cup of coffee first thing in the morning.NATURAL RETREATS ANASTASIA COTTAGE—WARM SPRINGS
Natural Retreats Anastasia Cottage is only a few minutes from several notable destinations, including Douthat State Park, the Waterwheel Restaurant, and the historic Omni Homestead Resort. The log cabin was built around 1840 and while the antique logs and woodwork have been carefully preserved, the interior has been updated with period antiques and modern amenities. Up to five people can comfortably stay in the cabin, with two queen, one full, and one twin bed, but there are also an additional two sleeper sofas in the cottage. A fireplace and a screened-in patio create a comfortable setting for cool or inclement weather.
