Our Private Paradise - Chatham

Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
Our Private Paradise - Chatham
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Our Private Paradise - Chatham

A Private Relaxing Family Retreat in the Country with Bubbling Hot Tub, Playset, and Roaring Firepit
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms · Cottage · Entire place · 3200 Sqft
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54 reviews
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You will enjoy Sweeping views of our own mountain. This is a serene private home, close to Smith Mountain Lake (10 minutes) NASCAR Martinsville (25 miles), Dominion Agricultural Center (15 minutes), and Blue Ridge Ampitheatre (28 minutes). Our home features a Master Bedroom with huge rock woodburning fireplace, Coffee Bar, Firepit, Hot tub, and Selfie Wall. Pets welcome with deposit only (per pet).



Our home is literally built into the top of the mountain. The downstairs is 3/4 underground with a walkout to a private covered patio for alfresco dining.



Come get cozy by your warm wood fireplace! The master suite boasts a large natural rock wood burning fireplace ready for those cold winter nights with its own private lounge area, as well as a massive private sun deck that looks over the vast forest. The master also is equipped with a flat screen TV and elliptical/bike in the master closet for indoor workouts, and a private mini fridge (adults only).



Our home is very private and serene, yet close to many popular area attractions. Only a 10-minute drive to SOUTH Smith Mountain Lake/Dam boat launch (Penhook Marina). Explore the 12 acres with the existing trails, streams, fruit trees, and wildlife. The house is a spacious 6-bedroom 3-bathroom private home. Enjoy the living room upstairs, and downstairs, both with satellite TV, and Blue Ray/DVD players. Newer home (built in 2005) with all modern amenities and décor. The house sleeps 8-12 comfortably including 3 Queen Pillow top mattresses, 2 full beds, and twin bunk beds), Our family loves our lake close, yet private paradise to explore and relax. In the playroom there is a full bed, as well as a WII for family games, DVD's.



There are plenty of books, board games, and nature to keep all the family busy, or spend quality time together.



Handicapped Access

The house is accessible for those that require a wheelchair (only the bottom floor is wheelchair accessible which includes the kitchen, three bedrooms a living room, and large handicap accessible bathroom). There is a carport area along the left side of the house for easy access to the home.



Our house is in walking distance to Pigg River, where you can catch small mouth bass, crappie and rock bass (access provided upon request). Only 14 miles to Hargrave Military Academy. Just 5 Miles from where "The Moonshiners" show is filmed, in the heart of beautiful Moonshiner country rural Pittsylvania County.



PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU CAN ALSO BOOK Our Private Wooded Cabin along with this listing for large groups if both homes are available, both homes together would accommodate up to 17 comfortably.

Sleeping Configuration

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Private Master Suite with walk-in closet, Rock Wood Burning Fireplace, and Private sitting area
1 queen bed
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Green Room
1 double bed
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Bunk Room
1 bunk bed
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Blue Room
1 queen bed
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Beige Room
1 queen bed
Spacious room off Downstairs Living Room
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Game Room
1 sofa bed
Queen Sofa Bed

What this place offers

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IconPrivate Garden
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
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Reviews (54)

All4.65
Houfy5.00
Airbnb4.64
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Based on 54 reviews

Scarlet
Scarlet
Jan 2024
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Our family enjoyed staying here. There was plenty of games to play and we had everything we needed. Host was very responsive and accommodating. The photos are accurate. I would stay here again.
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Philip
Philip
Sep 2023
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I selected Michelle's private cabin for my group's lodging during the 2023 Blue Ridge Rock Festival. While the festival itself was terrible due to management, Michelle's cabin was wonderful; Likely the best part of the trip. The cabin is very spacious, clean, and has every amenity you could want, and even more. The hot tub was invaluable in helping my group de-stress and unwind from the frustrations of the festival, and although we didn't have children, we appreciated how the residence was outfitted with children in mind. It is in a very peaceful location, and the starry skies at night were beautiful. Due to festival complications, our group did not make it to the cabin for the night until early hours of the night. Our checkout was at 10am the next morning, but Michelle was very accommodating and allowed us to check out at noon instead, giving us more time to clean up and follow checkout protocols correctly. Overall, the lodging experience was 10/10 and I would return.
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Peyton
Peyton
Apr 2023
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Such an amazing place and host, Michelle always replied quickly with any questions we had.
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Dawn
Dawn
Mar 2023
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Great Host!
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Yasheika
Yasheika
Oct 2022
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Lovely home and space
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Kristen
Kristen
Sep 2022
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The cabin was a nice size for my family. We booked it for the Blue Ridge Rock Festival wanting a close place to get to afterward each night. The actual location of the cabin is actually 15 minutes from the listed location of Chatham which was more than I was wanting. Overall the house is nice and quiet. The check in and out process is very easy. There was plenty of linens to accomodate us.
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Autumn
Autumn
Aug 2022
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As a family of 5, with 4 dogs, this place was a excellent place to relax, unwind and enjoy. Michelle was a spectacular host, accommodating our family at any need we had and quickly too! With plenty of space for the dogs to play outside, a play gym for the littles, fully stocked play room and more! Beds were super comfy and enjoyed by all. Michelle has really thought about all the little things you could need. A FULLY stocked kitchen and house. We 100% recommend this place. Thank you! God bless.
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Melissa
Melissa
Jul 2022
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Michelle was great to work with from day one ! Thoughtful touches thru out the home and some lovely basics like coffee filters dishwasher tabs were in place.
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Mary
Mary
Jun 2022
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Yes I would come back again.
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Bill
Bill
May 2022
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The Spacious Country Cottage is away from about everything so you should plan accordingly. Quiet and peaceful but not quite up to what we had expected. Had a few issues but Michelle was prompt in handling them and easy to get ahold of. Beds were comfy, bunks are definitely not for adults, and had plenty of room for our group. Kitchen had the best pots and pans I have ever had in a rental property. Could have been a little cleaner though.
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Response:Thanks for the review, I will definitely share my feedback with our team, as we always are trying to improve. Thank you for choosing our home! Michelle
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Dana
Dana
Apr 2022
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This house may seem to be in a remote location, but it is only 40 minutes from Danville, Moneta, and Martinsville and much less to Smith Mountain Lake, Gretna, and Chatham. It is THE place for large groups; it accommodated our group of 7 with ease and comfort.
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Jake
Jake
Feb 2022
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Hot tub on a mountain? Yes please!
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Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
Pack and Play available.
Children's books and toys
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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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No Parking
Plenty of parking in front of house.
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Wheelchair Accessible
Bottom floor accessible with a wheelchair, will need help getting over threshold.

Meet the Host

We have been hosting guests since 2012, and definitely enjoy sharing our homes with our guest. We provide self check in with keypad entries for all homes, and strive to make sure all.of our guests are comfortable and enjoy their stay, whether it is in the mountains of Virginia or the Atlantic Ocean.
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Houfy lets you contact and book direct with hosts. The host has provided the following links to give you more information.

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SeasonMinimum stayPer night
Base price2 Nights$421.00

Scenic views

Forest view
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Location

Quiet, peaceful, and very private.
Mountainfront
Park
Woods
Farmstay

Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.

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Our Private Wooded Cozy Cabin

A guide to the cabin with information about check-in, check-out, and things to know.

Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
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Check Out: 10AM
Minimum age limit for renters: 21
Maximum occupancy: 12
This is a 6-bedroom home, that has private areas for 12 comfortably. We do have two living rooms (one upstairs, and one downstairs). There is an additional cost for over 8 guests (9-15).
House Rules

We allow for furry friends, but only with a $75 pet fee, and proof of flea/tick free note from vet or pic of prescription. Please ensure that your pets are fully vaccinated before your stay, we in the country, and do not have control over any possible parasites or local wildlife interactions.

1. Check out is promptly at 10:00 AM so that we can clean and prepare for the next guest to arrive. If you would like to check out late, there will be a $25.00 charge, and you would need prior approval to check out late.

2. Please strip all used beds (DO NOT REMOVE mattress pads, comforters, and pillows from beds). Put all the used/dirty linen in front of the washer. If there is anything that is extremely wet, including towels, and or linens, please hang securely outside so that the items don't get mildewed or ruined.

4. YOU MUST clean out the fridge and remove all items that you have brought. You are welcome to leave nonperishable items if you like for future guests in the pantry or the cabinet to the right of the stove.

5. ALL TRASH MUST be disposed of at the county provide trash sites, home trash disposal is not available in our area. Please remove all trash and take it with you when you depart. If trash is left, you may be charged a $35-$50 fee if management needs to pay for someone to dispose of for you.​

The county provided trash sites that can be found at:

https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/government/departments/public-works/solid-waste/convenience-centers

The closest center close to the he Climax Convenience store, map as follows:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/a5UvvotUpmbuPqSx7


6. ALL DISHES MUST BE WASHED, and the dishwasher must be filled, and run prior to checkout, the caretaker will put them away when she cleans the house. Also, if you use other appliances, like the George Forman Grill, Crock Pot or like items, please clean them, don't leave them dirty, that's just gross!

7. Please start a large load of towels and wash clothes for the cleaning crew. This will help in expediting the cleaning process, as towels do take an exceptionally long time to dry usually.

8. Clean up after yourself. The cleaning crew is there to clean all hard surfaces, sanitize, and prepare the house for incoming guests. The cleaning crew should not have to clean after guests. If you make it dirty, clean it, if you break, replace it, or pay for it (also let us know so we can order it), if you use it, put it back where you found it.

We ask that you are gentle with our home, its furnishings, and surroundings.
We will ask for funds if extra cleaning is needed (due to not taking care of our home, and picking up after yourselves), breaking or taking any of our property, and ruining any of our property., including, but not limited to lamps, blinds, furniture, appliances, bedding, floors, towels, equipment, and accessories.

If there is excessive trash, bottles, dishes left dirty in the sink, furniture and furnishing moved or scattered or repositioned (someone has to move them all back where they belong, and wash the dishes), dirt, grime, animal waste, cigarette butts, and any other negligent acts that cause the caretaker to take more than the 2-3 hours of cleaning time normally allotted.
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Payment Policy
Dates will not be secured until initial deposit payment is made, there are absolutely no exceptions.
Damage Deposit Policy
As a security deposit alternative, houfyProtect, an upfront nonrefundable low cost property damage protection policy for just $5 per night, is taken at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations can be canceled with a 100% refund until 30 days prior to your stay. If cancelation is less than 30 days, there is no refund, but we will try to work with our guests to reschedule. If there is an area emergency that is officially documented, we will also try to reschedule, and refund when possible.
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