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Unplugged Getaway w/ Stunning Mountain Views

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 347 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

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Bedford, VA
  • Place, Bower Center for the Arts
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bedford Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Falling Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unplugged Getaway w/ Stunning Mountain Views

Unplug. Unwind. Refresh. Unplug. Unwind. Refresh. The Sanctuary is your retreat from the everyday.

-17 acre farm that boasts stunning sunset views of the iconic Peaks of Otter
-Meticulously clean couples' suite with private entrance + cozy farmhouse environment
-Fire pit, stocked pond, gazebo, hammock, nature, full kitchen
-5 min to town (Bedford), 10 min to great hiking in the Blue Ridge Mtns, 25-30 min to Lynchburg
Perfect for solo or romantic getaway, vacation, birders, or personal retreat with option for on-site life coaching.

Need to get away from the “noise” of your everyday life? Sanctuary provides the space and serenity to think, dream, pray and……listen.

Sleep in late, take a stroll around the property, sip wine by the fire pit and listen to the tree frogs. Come paint the views you see. Even if you want to stay in your pajama’s your entire stay, we’ve got books, board games and solitude for you.

THINGS TO DO

-Enjoy gorgeous sunsets over the Peaks of Otter
-Take walks around the 2 acre pond or down the long gravel driveway
-Sleep in as late as you want in the king sized bed.
-Sit in the gazebo sipping a cup of coffee or your favorite wine
-Drive 10 min to hike the numerous trails at the Peaks of Otter
-Dining + antique shopping 5 min away in Bedford, VA
-Visit the D-Day Memorial (history buffs + veterans)

LIVING AREA
-couch + reading chair
-inspirational books

BEDROOM
-king bed
-closet

KITCHEN
-stove, fridge, microwave, farmhouse sink
-Keurig coffee maker
-seating for 2

BATHROOM
-tub/shower combo w/ mountain view
-sink + toilet

CLIMATE CONTROL: Central heat + air provides for your comfort in winter or summer.

All linens graciously provided.

*OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

1. Each day, the hosts can provide you with an inspiring note and question that sets the table for you to maximize your thinking and expand your mind to possibilities. ($10 extra a day for notes and questions)

2. Contemplate and Create with a Certified Coach on Site

Your host at the Sanctuary is a certified Leadership & Life Purpose Coach and is ready to meet you if you desire. Providing a safe, non-judgmental environment, you can engage with Christine to help you think through and process a variety of issues including your calling, life goals, leadership, connecting or re-connecting with God or work issues while taking a brisk walk around the farm or just sitting in the gazebo looking at the ripples on the pond or the majesty of the mountains.

This experience includes two nights lodging, two coaching sessions and contemplative questions so you leave with clarity or a plan to thrive in life. ($200 extra for a two night stay although many guests choose to have their second coaching session once they get back home and have a chance to do some "homework.").

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: It is important to note that the Sanctuary is a place to unwind and unplug. We hope it's an opportunity to slow down, enjoy nature, and dream big. For that reason, we do not have wifi. Guests are welcome to use their own mobile hot spot, or if an emergency or need arises, guests can contact us about using a temporary hot spot.

The Sanctuary is also a working farm, so don't be alarmed if you hear the cows mooing or the sounds of a tractor or four wheeler.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be close to Bower Center for the Arts. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, patio, and living room
  • 9 minutes by car from Bower Center for the Arts and 10 minutes from Bedford Museum
This apartment offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bedford apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Sanctuary Suite Private Farmhouse Apartment Tranquil Getaway
Sanctuary Suite Private Farmhouse Apartment Tranquil Getaway

Unplugged Getaway w/ Stunning Mountain Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect! The hosts were great, beautiful views out every window, and the apartment was better than advertised. Thank you for a great week and we hope to return soon!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
I highly recommend a visit to the sanctuary. We originally booked for 1 week and loved it so much that we decided to extend our visit an additional week . The property is beautiful and the Mountain Views is amazing. My husband and I enjoyed using the fire pit near the pond and had an autumn picnic in the gazebo. The property is very walkable with many beautiful photo opportunities .The guest apartment is nicely decorated with a very comfortable bed . The bathroom has a bathtub and shower which I personally loved the bathtub ! We cooked most of our meals in the well stocked kitchen . The host ( Christine and Jason ) has put a lot of love and care in the property . Christine and Jason are a great ambassadors to the town of Bedford. They gave us suggestions of scenic attractions near by .In closing, if you are looking for a peaceful, beautiful place to stay , the sanctuary is the place ! 5 .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leland M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting with a mountain vista including lake on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavita W.

Liked: Cleanliness
As promised, a real sanctuary. A small and hidden gem attached to a farmhouse, everything was spotless and clean like home. The farm grounds are beautiful, with a lovely view of the Peaks of Otter. This place is great for a couple or a solo traveller, a spot to unwind and unplug. It forced a change of pace and filled the day with activity — we went on three hikes including the challenging Sharp Top mountain, visited an apple orchard (and bought a peach sapling) and had excellent Thai and Indian dinners in Lynchburg, and enjoyed the bright stars and pure air. It was hard to leave and we would like to go back again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
You know when life has just gotten busy and you need a reset? And you have a favorite place that when you turn down “that road” and “that view” comes into sight and your soul just goes ….”ahhhh yes”? Well this is one of those places. The bed is super comfortable and we enjoyed not setting an alarm and just waking up whenever. The shower had wonderful water pressure and you could literally gaze out the window at the Peaks while you enjoyed your shower. Christine and Jason are lovely hosts and while engaging, they were also respectful of our privacy. We did a hike to Sharp Top and spent a day in Lynchburg renting bikes and riding for hours on the Blackwater Creek trails (highly recommend). I can’t think of a nicer, more peaceful place to stay in the area if you are considering visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magic M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about Sanctuary Suite was perfect. Christine was a fabulous host and replied quickly to our questions. We like to check in, look around and then go out and do the tourist stuff. Once we checked in here though, we left briefly to visit the local grocery store to grab a few things so we could spend the evening sitting next to the fire pit. Thats where we sat all night taking in the sunset and glorious views. We only spent one evening here but will definitely be going back. It was so nice to get away from all of lifes hassels and just enjoy each others company.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christine’s property was so quiet and peaceful. It made for a very restful and relaxing stay; I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place. Friendly hosts. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Sanctuary was just that. A beautiful and peaceful place to unwind and rest. And yet there are plenty of things to do. We enjoyed the DDay Memorial, hiking at the peaks of otter, and riding bikes in Lynchburg on the Blackwater Creek trail. Even with those fun things, our favorite time was back at sanctuary. It is attached to the house, but you definitely feel very private and that you have the place to yourself. It has everything you need and stores/the town are a short, convenient and beautiful drive. Christine and Jason were wonderful hosts, extremely kind, with helpful suggestions and simply pleasant to talk to. Watching sunsets over the peaks of otter on the gazebo and fire pit was our favorite thing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Peace

The Sanctuary was a beautiful, peaceful, and clean property. The thoughtful touches, the views, the comfortable rooms, and the welcoming environment made for a lovely retreat. We loved listening to the birds -30 different species captured by our Apps- made this a terrific place to stay.
Overlooking the property
Hammock view
A warm welcome
View from the hammock
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Short get away.

This is our second time staying here and it is so peaceful and relaxing. A great get away. Christine is a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly host and clean, quaint accommodations
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe D., Carrollton, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

What a gem!

Absolutely wonderful stay. The whole experience was awesome from check in to check out. The property is gorgeous with the pond down the hill and the beautiful view of Peaks of Otter mountains. Caught lots of bass from the pond shoreline. Our hosts Christine and Jason are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. They made sure everything about our stay was perfect and if we needed anything, all we had to do was ask. Make sure you take the time to visit the National D Day Memorial in Bedford. It is a somber but important part of our history. Overall, a great stay for us. Three days went by so fast. We will be back, but next time for longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santuary Paradise

perfect place to rest your soul! Our Santuary stay was a last minute decision that turned into the stay we didn’t know we needed. The property is absolutely amazing with Mountain Views and land that is enough to enjoy the whole stay ! Christine and Jason are very tentative host and put special touches to make sure our stay was peaceful ! We enjoyed picnics on the Gazebo and sit by the pond and fire pit . The rental (Santuary) was beautifully decorated and had everything needed to cook all meals . Side Note -The kitchen sink made me smile , an old fashioned kitchen sink just my grandmother had when I was young .The bed was very comfortable and the living room was perfect for reading and relaxing..I highly recommend the Sanctuary for a disconnect from the busy world and connect to the peaceful sounds and sights of this wonderful special place called The Sanctuary!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Anniversary

We stayed the weekend to celebrate our 17th wedding anniversary and this place is truly a sanctuary! Jason and Christine are wonderful hosts. We felt welcomed and had everything we needed, including a personalized message on the blackboard. We can tell how much work, love, and care is put into the place. With the beautiful views, the stocked fire pit, the nearby ATV trails, the fresh morning coffee, the game closet, and most of all the quality time together, we had the most amazing time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and time away. The host went out of the way to make us feel welcome. The property is absolutely beautiful. We were able to completely relax and unplug. We are definitely going to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

True sanctuary

This place was so beautiful and peaceful! The owner prays for you before you show up!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little Getaway

This was a quaint little getaway. It was a beautiful suite located on a 17 acre farm. You could go out back and look over a pond and sit and a gazebo and look over mountains. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to go off the grid with no wifi and just enjoy some peace and quiet or time with a partner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Valentine's getaway

Beautiful scenery and a comfortable place to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility

Lovely cottage in a panoramic location. Cottage is perfect for serene getaway in every way— comfy fyy it entire, lovely bed linens and everything squeaky clean. Hosts are welcoming but not intrusive. No doubt one will feel refreshed and restored after a visit. It’s the kind of place that says “stay longer”.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erinn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene

The property and house were beautiful. I can't even express how incredible the views are. Perfect place to come cook a meal after hiking and just take it all in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful Property

The Sanctuary offered a beautiful, peaceful, and thoroughly enjoyable weekend. The space was clean and very comfortable. The hosts were responsive and very welcoming. We loved sitting by the lake and enjoying the peaceful quiet and beautiful views of the property and mountains. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024