The Cottage at Roaring Run Farm is a relaxing two bedroom retreat nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The farm sits on 153 acres of rolling pastures between neighboring cattle farms that make up a 1,000 acres of contiguous farmland. The cottage features beautiful views of the Peaks of Otter Mountains among fields of grazing horses and donkeys. Sunrise and sunset are truly magical hours on Roaring Run Farm. The space The cottage sits off of a country road and down a long driveway lined with horse pastures and is located next to the main farmhouse. The driveway continues past the farmhouse and down to the horse barn complete with chicken coup and a retired milking barn remaining from when the farm was a working dairy farm. The long and open gravel driveway is popular for evening strolls and taking in the scenes of nature. We frequently see turkeys, deer, bunnies and even a small bear crossing the driveway. Birdhouses that burst with life in the spring line the driveway, the indigo bunting is a farm favorite and a treat for even the most experienced birdwatcher. Additionally you will also see equestrians taking their horses out for trail rides during the day. Proximity to area attractions and activities: Notable Area Attractions within 40 miles Peaks of Otter Appalachian Trail Town of Bedford D-Day Memorial Poplar Forest Natural Bridge Smith Mountain Lake Kayaking on the James River Farmers Markets of Bedford, Forest and Lynchburg Wedding Venues Cedar Oaks Sierra Vista Glass Hill West Manor Bedford Columns Bella Vista Blackwater creek Airports: Lynchburg Airport: 30 minute drive Roanoke Airport - 1 hour drive Local Colleges & Universities University of Lynchburg - 25 minute drive Liberty University - 30 minute drive Randolph College - 30 minute drive Sweet Brier College - one hour drive Roanoke College - one hour drive Hollins College - one hour drive WHAT TO EXPECT INSIDE: Bedroom One: King Bed with memory foam mattress, ceiling fan, two dressers, closet with guest robe, sitting chair Bedroom Two: Queen Bed, walk in closet, ceiling fan, two dressers Bathroom: Brand new tiled spa-inspired shower, sink vanity with mirror and lighting, toilet Living Room: Open floor plan that flows into kitchen, dining and deck with sliding glass doors. Leather couch and leather chair, flat screen TV, coffee table full of board games Kitchen: stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer with ice maker, toaster oven, microwave, keurig & drip coffee appliances, pots & pans, silverware Private Deck: Brand new outdoor private patio that features a dining table and umbrella with seating for four guests, a brand new Weber grill and four lightweight Adirondack chairs perfect for setting in your preferred location to watch the sunset around the brand new gas fire pit Cottage: Sits next to the main farmhouse at Roaring Run Farm, 1/4 mile long driveway with plenty of parking for your outdoor toys Checkout Instructions: start the dishwasher and turn the lights off, that's it! Guest access Quarter mile gravel driveway to the cottage with plenty of parking Other things to note The main farmhouse is next to the cottage and the owners have many dogs and cats that roam freely, they are all friendly and will largely keep to themselves. We do not allow un-neutered male dogs. All male dog guests must be neutered. Pet Policy $50 per dog per 2-3 day stay, small and medium breeds only If you wish to have your dogs on the furniture or on the beds please bring your own sheets to cover the furniture. If you can keep your dogs from being on the furniture and in the bed you do not need to take this precaution. Thank you in advance for helping up maintain the cottage.