Oak Tree Cottage: Beautiful farm with mountain views.
5.0
Outstanding(55 Reviews)House in Nelson County, VA
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Our four bedroom cottage is located in Waynesboro, VA at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway meet here, so it's a perfect place for your family to meet too!
We are adjacent to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest and the Sherando Lake Recreation Area, and only fourteen miles from the skiing, golfing and tennis at Wintergreen Resort. Yet we are yet so easy to get to -- tucked in the crossroads of Interstates 81 and 64, only five miles from exit 96 on Interstate 64. We are only 27 miles from the University of Virginia and Monticello in Charlottesville, VA and only 150 miles from Washington, DC.
Oak Tree Cottage sits in the edge of the forest, overlooking the open fields of our 1,000-acre farm and the Blue Ridge mountains. We have hiking trails, wildlife and bird watching galore, and restored meadows. In early September, monarch butterflies migrate through the farm.
Relax and enjoy nature or head out to explore nearby wineries, breweries, history, biking events, the Appalachian Trail or the arts. We are a great home base to explore Virginia!
The first floor of the house has a living room, a full kitchen with island, a large dining table with seating for nine, a glass-walled room that provides a full view of the forest, as well as two bedrooms and a full bath. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms and another full bath. The house has hot- water baseboard heat. We also have a private pool available for the use of our guests. There is no lifeguard on duty.
Small weddings are allowed on property for an additional fee. Please inquire if you are interested.
We are adjacent to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest and the Sherando Lake Recreation Area, and only fourteen miles from the skiing, golfing and tennis at Wintergreen Resort. Yet we are yet so easy to get to -- tucked in the crossroads of Interstates 81 and 64, only five miles from exit 96 on Interstate 64. We are only 27 miles from the University of Virginia and Monticello in Charlottesville, VA and only 150 miles from Washington, DC.
Oak Tree Cottage sits in the edge of the forest, overlooking the open fields of our 1,000-acre farm and the Blue Ridge mountains. We have hiking trails, wildlife and bird watching galore, and restored meadows. In early September, monarch butterflies migrate through the farm.
Relax and enjoy nature or head out to explore nearby wineries, breweries, history, biking events, the Appalachian Trail or the arts. We are a great home base to explore Virginia!
The first floor of the house has a living room, a full kitchen with island, a large dining table with seating for nine, a glass-walled room that provides a full view of the forest, as well as two bedrooms and a full bath. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms and another full bath. The house has hot- water baseboard heat. We also have a private pool available for the use of our guests. There is no lifeguard on duty.
Small weddings are allowed on property for an additional fee. Please inquire if you are interested.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Nelson County, VA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(55 Reviews)5.0
The property is set perfectly in a mix of forest, farmland and rejuvenated quail habitat. Multiple Long range views, one that looks towards a perfect Virginia foothill or mountain depending on your personal point of view. The pool is a good size and around 8 foot at it’s deepest. The house came with everything you could need in supplies and was very comfortable. We met both owners and they were very friendly and had great communication. Overall a perfect getaway retreat if you are visiting the Shenandoah region of Virginia and need a home base for your adventure.
5.0
The house had everything you would want or need in a VRBO
The pool was right outside the front door, loved sitting on the deck with all the shade from the oak trees, great farm to hike, loved the special local treats the owners left. Great sunroom with a big family gathering table. Definitely will be back!
5.0
A perfect three generation weekend! The house and property was exactly as described which I've found to be unusual. Having the fenced in pool was perfect for our three young children. The hosts were wonderful - both before our stay answering questions and responding quickly to any questions we had during our stay. I highly recommend Oak Tree Cottage!
5.0
Views was very relaxing. Loved the peaceful and quit area.
5.0
We had a marvellous 3 generational family vacation at oak tree cottage,the hosts were wonderful.the cottage nestled in a copse of glorious old oak trees,peace,quietand serenity,surrounde by nature,a time to unwind and unplug.you felt like you were in a treehouse,eating breakfast on deck or dinner in the screened sunroom.,watching the nuthatches scale the mighty oak,the cheeky squirrels perform acrobatics trying to get to the birdfeeder.the cottage had everything you could need and more.An amazing pool and sundeck,family games,puzzles and board games.Dont worry you wifi wizards it was good enough you could work from cottage remotely,but why would you.Nearby a plethora of things to do ,10 mins away Sherando lake great sandy beach ,swming area,walks,fishing,kayaking and picnic tables.grand hiking,kids museums,caverns and a very well run safari park all within an hour.very close to skyline drive,blue ridge parkway,staunton and charlottesville with bigger lake.All in all everything you could need for a n unforgettable vacation.Cannot wait to go back
5.0
We traveled here with 6 adults and 3 children and had a wonderful time! The cottage is in a beautiful location and close enough to get to stores and restaurants. It’s incredibly clean, well-appointed and perfect for big groups. The owners are very friendly. We enjoyed exploring outside and playing games with the kids. There are also lots of hiking options nearby. We were there for a wedding but we would definitely come back!
5.0
My wife and I came with a couple of our adult sons and two close family friends. We had a wonderful, relaxing vacation. The pool and the cottage are immaculately clean. The owners live right on the other side of the pool and are SO nice. They even brought over some fresh tomatoes from their garden! And the yummy snacks that greeted us in the kitchen when we arrived were such a nice touch. Highly recommend!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at the Oak Tree Cottage. The house was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. The pool is great and we loved spending time in the sunroom. We had such a relaxing time, we hope to return. Karen and Dave are excellent hosts. We highly recommend Oak Tree Cottage.
5.0
Great stay at the property. Very private and close to towns/wineries. Dave/Karen were available to help with anything.
5.0
Beautiful views from the farm. A peaceful setting. Easy access to local attractions, including Monticello, Shenandoah, and a wide choice of vineyards and breweries. The pool is lovely. The hosts are wonderful. They are friendly and go out of their way to make guests feel welcome.
5.0
Oak Tree Cottage is the perfect place to gather especially if you love being surrounded by nature. The property is very well maintained and the hosts are welcoming. The cottage is super comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. Our family loved the room with all of the windows! While there we attended a family wedding at Pippin Hill, spent a day in Charlottesville, and took a ride on Skyline Drive. After those busy days it was so nice to have such a clean and comfortable place to return to!
5.0
Oak Tree Cottage was even lovelier than expected. Immaculately clean, comfortable beds, beautiful views. The pool is only steps from the house, and we enjoyed floating in the water and identifying all the birds and butterflies we saw against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Karen had some excellent suggestions for local hikes and places to eat. Overall, a great week in a great space!
5.0
Our family loves this home, this is our second time and we are already planning to book again next summer!
There are rooms for everyone so the grandparents, parents and kids get to spend a week all together, this location feels like a peaceful oasis. You have a beautiful view of the mountains and woods and we always enjoy spotting all the critters and birds around. Having a private pool for a week is so fun, the kids can play as much as they want, and the adults can relax under the umbrellas.
Karen and Dave have stocked this house so well with everything you have at home so it's so easy to relax. No late night runs to the grocery store to get something we forgot. And they are so responsive to any issues, like bringing a new propane tank for the grill.
This is truly a home away from home and the kids are already asking when we can come back to Oak Tree Cottage.
5.0
Our group thoroughly enjoyed this gem! The home is exceptionally clean and well organized. The pool was sparkling against the beautiful backdrop of the mountains. The owners clearly treasure this property and add little extras to enhance their guests’ experience. We hope to return next year.
5.0
We had the best time. The property owners were very attentive and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and make sure that we had everything we needed. There was a storm and when we called Karen to let her know that a tree limb had basically rolled down the side of the house she was very quick to ask if we were ok and to say that if the storm got worse we were all more than welcome to stay with her and her husband until it passed. Keep in mind that there were 6 of us. One of which was a 5 year old. As soon as I got off the phone with her, her husband was at our door checking on us. We would absolutely stay at this property again.
5.0
Amazing Property
We had the best time. The property owners were very attentive and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and make sure that we had everything we needed. There was a storm and when we called Karen to let her know that a tree limb had basically rolled down the side of the house she was very quick to ask if we were ok and to say that if the storm got worse we were all more than welcome to stay with her and her husband until it passed. Keep in mind that there were 6 of us. One of which was a 5 year old. As soon as I got off the phone with her, her husband was at our door checking on us. We would absolutely stay at this property again.
5.0
Perfect location for a weekend getaway
We had an amazing time at the Oak Tree Cottage. Karen and Dave were helpful every step of the way from booking through check-in to check out. Their estate is gorgeous and the cottage has everything you need to have a relaxing weekend. We had 6 adults and one child and slept very comfortably. The common areas were great and the pool was very nice. The new Weber grill topped it off. We'll be back!
5.0
The farmhouse was very conveniently located to all our planned activities. The house had nice outdoor spaces that featured lovely views. The farmhouse was very clean and had a well-appointed kitchen. We were greeted with complimentary snacks and a non-alcoholic sparkling wine. There were fresh flowers on the kitchen island. The bathrooms were clean and had plenty of thirsty towels. The bedrooms were large and clean with comfortable beds. Unfortunately, we could not get the upstairs area air conditioners to work even though we followed the directions and did an internet search to troubleshoot. When the owner came to greet us, he said he needed a tutorial for the new units.
5.0
Convenient location
The farmhouse was very conveniently located to all our planned activities. The house had nice outdoor spaces that featured lovely views. The farmhouse was very clean and had a well-appointed kitchen. We were greeted with complimentary snacks and a non-alcoholic sparkling wine. There were fresh flowers on the kitchen island. The bathrooms were clean and had plenty of thirsty towels. The bedrooms were large and clean with comfortable beds. Unfortunately, we could not get the upstairs area air conditioners to work even though we followed the directions and did an internet search to troubleshoot. When the owner came to greet us, he said he needed a tutorial for the new units.
5.0
Peaceful, beautiful, and roomy
My family of 5 (youngest 11 years old) and my mother and auntie booked Dave & Karen's cottage for a 3-night spring break getaway in the country. We hoped for peaceful and we got it. The huge picture windows in the back room overlooking the woods was a big draw for us. With 7 people the dining table seated us with room to spare, The bedrooms are large, beds comfortable. The kitchen is large and well-stocked. We cooked dinner every night and easily found what we needed. We grilled hamburgers one night--nice gas grill. Beautiful deck! The living room is a good size, with comfortable couch and two easy chairs. We brought our own Roku with HDMI cable to hook up to the tv so we could have the channels we subscribe to.
The grounds are great--Virginia bluebells were just starting to bloom in the front yard. Lots of other flowers promising to bloom later in the spring (we were there early April). The owner's pretty home is visible from outside the home, but not noticeable from inside. We walked on a path/old road behind the house. The owner told us we could have also walked on past his house to paths on that side that lead to sinkhole ponds where rare native plants are being conserved by a local organization (you can read about it in an article in the binder the owner provides about the house).
Dave is super nice--chatted with him right before leaving. He & Karen left special treats for us in the kitchen before we arrived, and put out a sweet vase of daffodils too.
We visited nearby Crabtree Falls, a not-too-strenuous hike up the side of a mountain with one of the tallest waterfalls this side of the Mississippi--each lookout a different view. My relatively in-shape 81-year-old mother made it up to the 3rd lookout (my favorite). We also enjoyed Grand Caverns, a tour of the oldest show caverns in the US. They have the only "shield formations" found in caves: large discs with flowstone draped over them. Nearby Staunton is also great to visit: Trinity Church with its Tiffany studios stained glass windows, yummy places to eat, and fun shops (most of which we found out are closed on Mondays & Tuesdays--not the church, though, and we still enjoyed a bookstore & the green room restaurant). Sweet Scoops is locally made ice cream in Stuart's Draft--that's where you'll also find a Food Lion and a quirky local market, Stuart's Draft Farm Market. If you're coming from Northern VA, stop on the way in historic Harrisonburg & Edith Carrier Arboretum for lovely trails.
5.0
We enjoyed our stay so much we are already considering a longer stay sometime in the future. The Cottage had everything we needed! Beds were comfortable! The surrounding farm has wonderful views.
There were nine of us in all….ranging in age from 16-55. Not once did we feel cramped! The way the bedrooms are set up worked perfectly for our two families.
The hosts answered questions quickly and were very helpful before and during our stay. Thank you!
5.0
Perfect House….even for nine people!
We enjoyed our stay so much we are already considering a longer stay sometime in the future. The Cottage had everything we needed! Beds were comfortable! The surrounding farm has wonderful views.
There were nine of us in all….ranging in age from 16-55. Not once did we feel cramped! The way the bedrooms are set up worked perfectly for our two families.
The hosts answered questions quickly and were very helpful before and during our stay. Thank you!
5.0
Very clean, quiet, great location. Sunroom was very nice! Able to go tubing at Wintergeen and also take a hike.
5.0
New Years Get Away
Very clean, quiet, great location. Sunroom was very nice! Able to go tubing at Wintergeen and also take a hike.
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful, and our hosts were incredibly nice. They brought over a new grill on our second day, and we had a great time using it. The pool was lovely, the house comfortable. I was shocked by how many things the kitchen had. A hand mixer? A crockpot? Yup!
The sunroom is the highlight of the house, and I enjoyed quiet afternoons writing and silly evenings playing board games in it.
Absolutely would stay again.
5.0
A quiet retreat but not too far for delivery!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful, and our hosts were incredibly nice. They brought over a new grill on our second day, and we had a great time using it. The pool was lovely, the house comfortable. I was shocked by how many things the kitchen had. A hand mixer? A crockpot? Yup!
The sunroom is the highlight of the house, and I enjoyed quiet afternoons writing and silly evenings playing board games in it.
Absolutely would stay again.
5.0
My mother and my 2 young children had a very relaxing mini getaway! The pool is very clean and inviting! The house had to be the cleanest vrbo rental so far! We were offered a early couple days due to cancellation previous to our renting, it was not convenient for our dates but were able to check in 3 hours early and utilize the pool free of charge! It was very sweet along with the goodies left for our party! Only thing that was not clear before renting was how close the pool is to the homeowners back yard/back of the home. Just a recommendation, I would add some greenery/banana trees tropical plants to give a more natural barrier from pool to home. Overall a wonderful rental very clean and we would definitely stay again!
5.0
Wonderful week in the Virginia Blue Ridge Area
Everything about our trip was great. The home, grounds, and views were perfect - even got to enjoy the pool during our visit - and the owners’ hospitality made us feel right at home. And as a plus, we were centrally located to great hikes, breweries and wineries. Loved everything about our trip.
5.0
Peaceful getaway
My mother and my 2 young children had a very relaxing mini getaway! The pool is very clean and inviting! The house had to be the cleanest vrbo rental so far! We were offered a early couple days due to cancellation previous to our renting, it was not convenient for our dates but were able to check in 3 hours early and utilize the pool free of charge! It was very sweet along with the goodies left for our party! Only thing that was not clear before renting was how close the pool is to the homeowners back yard/back of the home. Just a recommendation, I would add some greenery/banana trees tropical plants to give a more natural barrier from pool to home. Overall a wonderful rental very clean and we would definitely stay again!
5.0
Blue Ridge Parkway Trip
We enjoyed the property. It was very peaceful and quiet and we enjoyed walking the gravel roads on the property. Kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. Weather was not quite warm enough to enjoy the pool while we were there but is a great amenity to have for the summer! Close to several breweries, wineries, and several other things to do.
5.0
Karen & Dave were the best hosts! The house fit perfectly for our 2 night ladies weekend! The house was plenty big for our 7 guests. We spent time at the pool & enjoyed being together. Karen was super accommodating & even brought us batteries at the drop of hat bc our tv remote wasn’t working. The small lane was perfect for a short run/walk. Beautiful scenery & great company!! We’re already making plans for next year!
5.0
Oak Tree Cottage was so wonderfully appointed and clean. Karen and Dave are kind and gracious hosts that make sure the cottage is filled with all the little extras you might need. It is so perfectly located to so many things we wanted to visit: wineries, cideries, Staunton, Waynesboro, you name it. We very definitely will be back! We've done several vacation rentals in the Afton and Wintergreen area and this is by far my favorite so far. I'd highly recommend it to anyone that is considering it
5.0
Peaceful and fun!
We had the best time at the Oak Tree Cottage! Took a week for our family pod to get a little break during COVID while still wanting to be really safe since we have little kids and elderly folks in the family.
This cottage was perfect and exactly what we wanted! Relaxing in a pool with a view of the mountains is just incredible, it was so nice being tucked away on this farm with just trees in every direction. The little kids just loved the pool and being able to run around and explore outside, the house was fully stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable and to cook meals, and it was so convenient to make dinners on the gas grill. Everyone in the family had a nice comfy bedroom, and two full bathrooms were really helpful.
Karen and Dave were the loveliest hosts, gave us lots of tips of all the best things to do and creatures to look for. Dave even brought us some extra tomatoes from his garden. There were several farm stands and breweries within a short drive so we could get delicious produce, meat and beer to enjoy for our meals. And Kroger and Target were also only 20 minutes away, so it was easy to get anything we needed. Such a wonderful balance of feeling away from everything in our own private wilderness, but also having the convenience of civilization.
Every single person in the family just loved this place and the kids asked 'when can we come back?' before we even packed the cars up. We are already looking at dates for next summer to come back for a peaceful family escape.
5.0
Absolutely perfect for our getaway
Oak Tree Cottage was so wonderfully appointed and clean. Karen and Dave are kind and gracious hosts that make sure the cottage is filled with all the little extras you might need. It is so perfectly located to so many things we wanted to visit: wineries, cideries, Staunton, Waynesboro, you name it. We very definitely will be back! We've done several vacation rentals in the Afton and Wintergreen area and this is by far my favorite so far. I'd highly recommend it to anyone that is considering it
5.0
I couldn't be more sincere in recommending Oak Tree Cottage! Our week was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable vacations my family and friends had ever taken. The house was spacious and clean with an amazing huge wooden deck. The grounds surrounding the house were nicely shaded by the mature trees. The farm and mountain views were expansive. We enjoyed the immaculately cleaned in ground pool every day and even watched the Perseid meteor shower one night on the pool deck.
Karen and Dave were so welcoming and attentive but never intrusive. Dave brought us enormous tomatoes so sweet that we used them to make a Caprese salad.
The property's location is just a short drive to Charlottesville and many wineries and breweries. If you're looking for something to do out of the ordinary, a drive though the Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge is a blast.
We would love to return someday. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer!
5.0
I couldn't be more sincere in recommending Oak Tree Cottage! Our week was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable vacations my family and friends had ever taken. The house was spacious and clean with an amazing huge wooden deck. The grounds surrounding the house were nicely shaded by the mature trees. The farm and mountain views were expansive. We enjoyed the immaculately cleaned in ground pool every day and even watched the Perseid meteor shower one night on the pool deck. Karen and Dave were so welcoming and attentive but never intrusive. Dave brought us enormous tomatoes so sweet that we used them to make a Caprese salad.The property's location is just a short drive to Charlottesville and many wineries and breweries. If you're looking for something to do out of the ordinary, a drive though the Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge is a blast. We would love to return someday. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer!
5.0
An Amazing Stay
I couldn't be more sincere in recommending Oak Tree Cottage! Our week was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable vacations my family and friends had ever taken. The house was spacious and clean with an amazing huge wooden deck. The grounds surrounding the house were nicely shaded by the mature trees. The farm and mountain views were expansive. We enjoyed the immaculately cleaned in ground pool every day and even watched the Perseid meteor shower one night on the pool deck.
Karen and Dave were so welcoming and attentive but never intrusive. Dave brought us enormous tomatoes so sweet that we used them to make a Caprese salad.
The property's location is just a short drive to Charlottesville and many wineries and breweries. If you're looking for something to do out of the ordinary, a drive though the Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge is a blast.
We would love to return someday. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer!
5.0
We enjoyed a lovely time relaxing by the pool and taking in the mountain views
5.0
We’ll be back!
Karen & Dave were the best hosts! The house fit perfectly for our 2 night ladies weekend! The house was plenty big for our 7 guests. We spent time at the pool & enjoyed being together. Karen was super accommodating & even brought us batteries at the drop of hat bc our tv remote wasn’t working. The small lane was perfect for a short run/walk. Beautiful scenery & great company!! We’re already making plans for next year!
5.0
Great pool with great views
We enjoyed a lovely time relaxing by the pool and taking in the mountain views
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Nelson County?
The average price for a rental in Nelson County is £220 per night. This rental is £32 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Oak Tree Cottage: Beautiful farm with mountain views.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Oak Tree Cottage: Beautiful farm with mountain views.. Enjoy the water!
Is Oak Tree Cottage: Beautiful farm with mountain views. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Oak Tree Cottage: Beautiful farm with mountain views.?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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