Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!
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Charming cozy RIVERFRONT cottage on the Piney River. A little slice of heaven!
Amherst County, Virginia, 22967
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Highlights
Ideal location
Sparkling clean
Lots to do
Excellent serviceAmenities
Hiking
Wi-Fi in public areas
Mountain climbing
Kayaking
Mountain biking
Water sports equipment
Fishing
BBQ
All amenities
Property Description
The Chestnut House
The perfect place for you and your family to rest, unplug, enjoy novice trout fishing, and stargaze under the clean country sky.
Welcome to the Chestnut House. This recently renovated riverfront home is a blend of historic charm and modern elegance. Originally built in 1926 as a log cabin made of real chestnut, it has since been used as a US Post office, country market, and later a house in 1936. The home is nestled between the Cardinal and Little Priest mountains in the Blue Ridge Range and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.
The main attraction of the Chestnut House is the outdoors. Just a step away from the back door is the Piney River. Enjoy the sounds of this rushing river from the beautiful sundeck furnished with Adirondak chairs, or the picnic tables, rock fire-pit, or hammock. This two-story cottage offers scenic river and mountain views, a wood stove, chef’s kitchen, and sleeping accommodations for up to six guests. Open the windows and enjoy the sounds of the rushing Piney River and nature throughout the house.
A fun fact about the home: Growing on the side of the home facing the river is a very old, almost extinct, American Chestnut Tree. This is why we call it the “Chestnut House”.
Lastly, don’t forget your fishing rods! Native brook trout and wild brown trout populate the river.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total).If you wish to bring more than 1 dog pls reach out.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:No parties please
No unregistered guests
NO SMOKING inside (including marijuana), no illegal drugs.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Train: Amtrak Station - LYH
(59.4 km)
Train: Kemper Street Station
(59.4 km)
Landmarks: Priest Summit
(4.2 km)
Landmarks: The Priest
(4.3 km)
Landmarks: Priest Wilderness
(4.3 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
Host
6
Two-Bedroom Cottage
2 bedrooms: 1 queen bed and 1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Wi-Fi in room
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Guest Reviews
10.0/10
Outstanding
40 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness10.0
- Amenities10.0
- Location10.0
- Service10.0
Average for similar properties in Amherst County
Diane L.
September 3, 2025
Stunning scenic getaway! Perfect setting, beautiful decor, high end amenities, gracious host, serene outdoor spaces. One of best places we’ve stayed. Highly recommend.
Lisa D.
August 24, 2025
The pictures do not do it justice. It was so clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated, with amazing views. It was a great spot on the river and we will return!
William K.
August 8, 2025
Tranquil Mountain Getaway. This cottage is amazing and the hosts are always wonderful. Everything is always clean and very welcoming. The river and mountain views make this an excellent location to relax and connect with nature.
Betty H.
July 27, 2025
Great modern and cosy property. Very clean and with great comfort and equipment. Perfect for a family stay in tha nature. Perfect communication with the manager. We had a very warm welcome with local fruits - fantadtic! We would love to come back.
Danielle S.
July 13, 2025
The Chestnut House is Immaculate!
This was by far the most clean, organized, and welcoming VRBO we have stayed in. Because of its distance to a town, Maria let us know ahead of time so we could plan accordingly. She went out of her way to make sure we had access to the home that best fit our schedule. The house is beautifully decorated, has quality linens, nicely done appliances, and small comforts of home. Seating is everywhere:)
Jessica W.
July 7, 2025
Quick getaway
This place is simply amazing. Calming, welcoming, and serene. Went there with my spouse and our two labs and had an amazing time. Will definitely be back.
Ekaterina C.
June 30, 2025
Beautiful Property in an Enchanted Forest
We had an amazing weekend stay at this property. Pictures cannot do it justice. The home is beautiful and elegantly updated, the backyard and river is gorgeous, and the hike near the house is like an enchanted forest - we encountered so many beautiful butterflies! I highly recommend a stay at this property; this place is a one of a kind gem.
William K.
June 25, 2025
Relaxing Cottage By the River
We always love coming here. Maria and Randy are top notch hosts and always go above and beyond to make the stay great. We had everything we needed and had a great time relaxing by the river, sitting by the camp fire, relaxing inside with a great view, and just enjoying everything the Piney River has to offer. Thanks again for an amazing stay! Great communication as well!
Matt R.
June 13, 2025
We absolutely loved our stay at this cozy cottage in the Virginia hills! It had everything we needed, and we were able to cook meals easily since everything worked perfectly. The owners were fantastic and even helped us celebrate our 6-year-old's birthday with a special treat. Just a small note for future guests: if you go for a walk and take a right out of the cottage, then another immediate right over the little bridge, you'll come across a house about a quarter mile down with some aggressive dogs. Just be cautious in that area or if you have small childrenor pets avoid it completely. Overall, we had a fantastic time and can't wait to return!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Off-site
Wi-Fi in public areas
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Health & wellness
Mountain climbing
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain biking
Off-site
Water sports equipment
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Cleaning services
Clothes dryer
Facilities for children
Children's toys
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 25 years old
Property host
MARIA HEISTON
Speaks: English, Portuguese
About this property
The Chestnut House
The perfect place for you and your family to rest, unplug, enjoy novice trout fishing, and stargaze under the clean country sky.
Welcome to the Chestnut House. This recently renovated riverfront home is a blend of historic charm and modern elegance. Originally built in 1926 as a log cabin made of real chestnut, it has since been used as a US Post office, country market, and later a house in 1936. The home is nestled between the Cardinal and Little Priest mountains in the Blue Ridge Range and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.
The main attraction of the Chestnut House is the outdoors. Just a step away from the back door is the Piney River. Enjoy the sounds of this rushing river from the beautiful sundeck furnished with Adirondak chairs, or the picnic tables, rock fire-pit, or hammock. This two-story cottage offers scenic river and mountain views, a wood stove, chef’s kitchen, and sleeping accommodations for up to six guests. Open the windows and enjoy the sounds of the rushing Piney River and nature throughout the house.
A fun fact about the home: Growing on the side of the home facing the river is a very old, almost extinct, American Chestnut Tree. This is why we call it the “Chestnut House”.
Lastly, don’t forget your fishing rods! Native brook trout and wild brown trout populate the river.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total).If you wish to bring more than 1 dog pls reach out.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:No parties please
No unregistered guests
NO SMOKING inside (including marijuana), no illegal drugs.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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About This Property
| Nearest Train Station | Amtrak Lynchburg |
|---|---|
| Distance to Train Station | 59.4KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |