The spaceWhat to expect at the Apple Orchard:
UPSTAIRS & DOWNSTAIRS KITCHENS:
-fridge, oven/range, microwave, dishwasher
-coffee maker + Keurig
-pots/pans, dishware, glasses, and everything needed to make basic meals.
UPSTAIRS LIVING ROOM
-2 leather couches + 2 swivel chairs
-55" smart TV
THE LOUNGE:
-large sectional
-bistro table w/ 2 stools
DINING ROOM:
-table and chairs for 8
-buffet for serving food
-lots of windows and great views of the orchard and lake
BEDROOMS
*Each of the 7 bedrooms is named after a different apple variety and has its own full bathroom. There are 4 bedrooms upstairs and 3 downstairs.
UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS
BEDROOM #1: (Pink Lady room)
-Queen bed, large closet, full bathroom w/ shower
BEDROOM #2: (Gala room)
-Queen bed, large closet, and full bathroom w/ shower
BEDROOM #3: (Granny Smith room)
Queen bed, large closet, full bathroom w/ shower
BEDROOM #4: (Winesap Master Bedroom)
Queen bed, sleeper sofa, 2 large closets, full bathroom w/ double sinks, toilet, bidet, and shower
DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOMS
BEDROOM #5: (Macintosh room)
Queen bed, 2 closets, full bathroom with soaking tub & handheld shower head (no shower)
BEDROOM #6: (Ambrosia room)
Queen bed, 2 closets, full bathroom w/ shower
BEDROOM #7: (Honeycrisp room)
2 twin beds, 1 closet, full bathroom w/ shower
DOWNSTAIRS GREAT ROOM:
-living room w/ TV & Roku (sorry, no local channels),
-sleeper sofa & seating
-pool table
-table & chairs,
-reading area w/ books and games
-small kitchen
PORCHES
-table & chairs + sitting area facing the lake
LAUNDRY ROOM: there are 2 laundry rooms for guest use
CLIMATE CONTROL: central heat & air
TV SERVICES - No cable. Smart TV streaming services only (guests must use personal login credentials)
ENTRANCE & PARKING: Guests may park in the front or around the back of the home.
DRIVEWAY: The drive to the home from the entrance to the farm is about a 3/4 mile gravel driveway.
CHECK IN: Guests check in with a personalized code anytime after 4pm.
MOBILITY: Downstairs is ground level with no steps. If guests enter through the back of the home, there are 5 brick steps + one more from the laundry room into the kitchen.
FIREPLACE: Sorry, fireplace use is not permitted.
APPLES: This is a working farm, and because of food safety regulations, we unfortunately can't allow guests to enter the apple orchards or pick any apples, but we encourage you to walk around the lake, enjoy the open space & take in the fresh air and sights of the orchard.
GUESTS WILL HAVE USE OF THE ENTIRE HOME. You are likely to see farm workers on tractors or trucks, but the farmhouse will be yours.
FISHING: We allow catch and release fishing in the lake!
OFF SEASON WEEKLY RATE: (December-February excluding holidays) $2500 (Please inquire with hosts when making your reservation.)
Due to its semi-remote location, there are a few things to keep in mind:
*The WIFI works well, but it is not quite strong enough for streaming and working remotely. We recommend downloading anything you'd like to watch ahead of time, casting from your phone, etc.
*Cell phones will work well!
*We promise to resolve any unforeseen maintenance issues that may arise as quickly as possible, but ask for your flexibility in understanding the limitations to being a semi-remote property.
*No Party Policy: Planning a party at this property will result in immediate eviction and up to $1,000 in fines.
WHAT'S IN THE AREA:
-Liberty University's Snowflex Center (year-round skiing & tubing!): 20 min
-Seaquest: 20 minutes
-Appomattox Courthouse: 30 min
-Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest: 30 min
-Smith Mountain Lake: 50 minutes
-Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains: 50 min
-Blue Ridge Parkway: 50 min
-Natural Bridge: 1 hour
-Virginia Safari Park: 1 hour
Additional notesTo save this listing to your wishlist, click the heart in the top right corner.
*We only rent to those over age 25.
Guest interactionHosts are available through messaging or phone should a need arise.
Neighborhood overviewThe grand farmhouse is located in Rustburg, VA. The small town center of Rustburg is 7 minutes from the house, where you can find a grocery store, a few restaurants, pizza takeout, etc. It's an easy 20 minute drive into the city of Lynchburg, which has all the conveniences and dining options you could ever want. (not to mention a charming historic downtown worth checking out!)
Getting around7 min to groceries & restaurants
18 min to Lynchburg Airport
20 min to Liberty University
25 min to University of Lynchburg
32 min to Appomattox
1 hr to hiking & Blue Ridge Parkway
1 hr to Smith Mountain Lake
