Welcome to Turkey Mountain Retreat, a newly renovated farmhouse nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains with easy access to restaurants, hiking, biking, fishing, wineries, breweries, and a short drive to Wintergreen Ski Resort. Located just 2.3 miles off Rte. 151, there is no shortage of things to do in scenic Amherst County and surrounding areas year-round. If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet getaway, simply relax on the front or large back porch and take in the farmland around. The space This 3-bedroom 2-bath farmhouse is the perfect mountain getaway. Conveniently located to several local colleges, Appalachian Trails and Wintergreen Ski Resort, this location is ideal for those who want to unwind and relax. The farmhouse is equipped to be your home-away-from home. The kitchen is fully stocked with new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a Keurig single serve maker and a five-cup mini brew coffee maker. A wide variety of coffee pods, teas and hot chocolate can be found in a kitchen drawer. Enjoy your morning coffee from the front porch rocking chairs and soak up the scenic peace. You may even get a chance to enjoy watching some of our angus cows graze around the fenced property! This one level living floor plan includes a small workspace, windows that fill the space with natural light, flat-screen TVs in all bedrooms and a spacious master suite with sitting area. Guest access The entire farmhouse is available for our guests which is surrounded by pasture. Feel free to enjoy the property, but we ask that you not feed our cows or touch any of the farm equipment that may be nearby as the property is a working farm! Other things to note WILDLIFE: This farmhouse is the perfect place to unwind and experience nature. This is a rural area and wildlife are common. This may include deer, fox, possums, eagles, hawks, skunks, bears, snakes, and others. Please use common sense. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: - NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND (this includes vaping) - NO college students or Spring Break groups - Children are more than welcome to stay at the farmhouse, but please be aware that you will have to bring your own pack and play/crib, etc. - Amenities include free WIFI, streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen. - Guests receive a "starter pack" of dishwashing detergent for the kitchen along with adequate trash bags, paper towels and toilet paper for your stay. NEARBY COLLEGES: Sweet Briar College, Amherst – 11 miles Virginia University, Lynchburg – 26 miles Randolph College, Lynchburg – 27 miles Liberty University, Lynchburg – 28 miles University of Lynchburg – 28 miles Central VA Community College, Lynchburg – 29 miles University of Virginia, Charlottesville – 46 miles Turkey Mountain Retreat is situated in Amherst County and sits near the border of Nelson County. Both counties are home to some of the best breweries and wineries in Virginia. You will find Loose Shoe Brewing Company, Rebec Vineyards, Lazy Days Winery, Blue Mountain Brewery-Barrel House, Ankida Ridge Vineyards all within 20 minutes of the farmhouse. Further up Route 151 into Nelson County, you will find dozens more wineries and breweries only 30-45 minutes away. Some of our favorites this way includes Devil’s Backbone, Three Notch’d, Bold Rock, and Silver Back Distillery. For the active adventurers, you will find a wide range of hikes in the nearby Appalachian Trails, Priest Wilderness, James River State Park, Mount Pleasant and Crabtree Falls areas. Wintergreen Ski Resort is only a short drive away and offers year-round activities for the entire family. For golf enthusiasts, you will find the Winton Country Club only 3 miles away and just a little bit further is Poplar Grove and Shadow Ridge golf courses. Local restaurants in Amherst include Bonfire Burgers & Bourbon, Amherst Corner, Filling Station, Vito’s, El Mariachi, and Briar Patch. You can also plan events for your trip by working with Blue Mountain Concierge Services.