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Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun-loungers
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Buchanan, VA
  • Buchanan Swinging Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Wilson Warehouse / Community House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Virginia Safari Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River.

The Squirrels Nest is a quaint, historic log cabin overlooking the James River in Buchanan, Virginia. It is available as a vacation rental with a two (2) night minimum stay. There are three bedrooms and two baths and can accommodate up to six (6) guests. Bedroom 1 has a double bed, Bedroom 2 has a queen bed and Bedroom 3 has two twin beds. The Kitchen is fully equipped and there is a large flat screen TV in the living room. Covered picnic area at the rear of the property overlooking the river and Town of Buchanan.
The Squirrels Nest is located near many local attractions that are within walking distance such as Antiques shopping, the swinging bridge, fishing, canoeing, tubing and kayaking on the James River. Other attractions not too far away include The Natural Bridge, Safari Park, and Zoo. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail and numerous hiking or biking trails. We are located thirty minutes from Downtown Roanoke and Downtown Lexington.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Jefferson National Forest. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The cabin offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Jefferson National Forest and 5 minutes by foot from Buchanan Swinging Bridge
As a guest of this cabin, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Buchanan cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River
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Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River. Buchanan

Quaint Historic Log Cabin Overlooking The James River. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tim B.

Good news/bad news. Good: comfortable beds, appliances all work, clean (with one notable exception). Bad: Locks on front and back doors not functional on the outside -- safe neighborhood fortunately; WiFi without password and owners seemed not to understand why that mattered; Yes, generally clean but oven, drawer under it and large pile of pans in the drawer FILTHY! Closets, drawers in bedrooms full of owners' stuff so largely unusable -- huge number of Christmas decorations for some reason; kitchen cabinets, drawers and shelves so full we had to remove vast amounts of stuff so we could find what we needed for simple cooking/eating. Refrigerator with all kinds of leftovers but impossible to tell if they had been there for 24 hours or 6 months. Overall the whole place cries out for a dumpster party.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great even the band playing at the tavern near by not so loud that it kept the babies awake but enough that we could sit outside and enjoy it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
WiFi was not consistent, dropped in and out alot. Thunderstorm took out power as well. Location was very quaint as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roanoke visit for USA cycling nationals

Nice location and great little cabin. We really enjoyed our time at the Squirrels Nut.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin

Quaint, historic property that was perfect for our short stay. Well stocked with essential items needed for stay in bathrooms & kitchen. Outdoor seating area and front porch sitting area. Small country store right across the street and very close to downtown restaurants & shopping. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historical

The house and town are historic and cute. Swinging bridge within walking distance and leads into the town. 15 min drive from Natural Bridge. 30 min drive from Roanoke.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alexa C.

Quaint Cabin, beautiful views

The property was completely adequate for our needs. Despite its small size, there was plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. There were some small repairs that could have been made and some spiderwebs to be cleared. Also the trains running a few hundred feet away were a bit loud. Overall though, we enjoyed our stay and the scenery was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

James T.

Nice interior / not so nice exterior

Sitting on the front porch or in the back was not a pleasant option because of all of the junk overflowing on the neighbors’ properties. Of course, the neighbors junkyards are not the owner’s fault but posting misleading photos of the outside that falsely indicate that the front porch or back is a nice place to sit is.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Annette R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Squirrels Nest

Great place to stay,
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good weekend stay

Nice little cabin, well appointed. Host was very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

We enjoyed our visit to Buchanan and this place allowed us to relax and be comfortable. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor day weekend

Very cute cabin in small town. Really enjoyed the short distance to the james river where we were able to fish and float. Lots of restaurants and stores near by to get extra supplies we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcela M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small but comfy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Na

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming

Squirrel's Nest is an absolutely charming cottage in a quaint town. Great location & perfect for our needs. We only stayed a weekend, to attend the Sounds of the Mountains storytelling festival at nearby Camp Bethel. We hope to go back when we can stay longer, to see more of the town & surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing New Years

The property is quaint and somewhat nostalgic to an era gone by. Love the proximity to outdoor activity; however, this trip was all about getting away. I would suggest improving the shower head downstairs, as well the garbage disposal in kitchen. Even with just suds and water it backs up pretty easily. We could not get the gas fireplace to work. Interested in coming back in the warmer times...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Laura W., Charlotte, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Historic Property

The Squirrel's Nest is a charming, well-appointed historic cabin with modern additions and conveniences. My in-laws thoroughly enjoyed their stay, although they did comment on the busy-ness of the store across the road. The final cost at approximately $243 per night (for 3 nights) is a bit too pricey for this area of Virginia - particularly for just 2 guests who used just 1 bed - which is the only reason I didn't rate it the full 5 stars. Nonetheless, I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neat House In Buchanan

We had a great stay at the Squirrel's Nest (thankfully, no sign of them in the house.) Three bedrooms and two baths were perfect for we three fisherman. Enjoyed the river and the historic town. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Squirrel’s Nest

A charming cottage with everything we needed to be comfortable. The town was welcoming and the area is quite beautiful. The host, Faye, is lovely and very attentive (our TV remote needed batteries and she quickly took care of it😁). We will definitely want to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn R.

Fun weekend

Very comfortable and cozy. Had every thing we needed for a 3 day visit to VMI.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

My new husband stayed here with his son and girlfriend the night before our wedding. He loved it. Right in town near restaurants and shops. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Carolyn S.

Listing sounded idyllic

Interesting historical log cabin, built out with extra rooms, on the banks of the James River. Sadly, the experience wasn’t as wonderful as the listing. With a little bit of work, this could be a 5-star property. 1. We were so excited to be able to relax while watching the lazy river flow by. Unfortunately, there was a very steep drop off from the backyard to the river bank with no way to safely get down to the bank. Additionally, the weeds were so high at the top of the drop off, we couldn’t even see the river. 2. The upstairs bed was pushed tight against the wall, so one person would have to climb over the other to get into or out of bed. We opted to sleep downstairs for access on both sides of the bed. Unfortunately, the basement is home to many spiders. Unnerving to find them in the drawers, closet, and every corner. Please, at least sweep the cobwebs and dead insects from the corners. 3. We found the oven didn’t heat on our first day. I spoke with the owner and she was expecting a replacement part that day or the next. She agreed to text me when the part came, but I didn’t hear back for the remainder of our 5-day stay. 4. Use caution on the basement stairs. They’re fashioned in somewhat of a u-turn. The lower stairs are much shallower with a section cut out of the top tread. I slid down the stairs and injured both feet and my shoulder. Other than that, It’s a really cute place! And kudos for having a Brita pitcher in the fridge. Very appreciated!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend softball tournament

We stayed in town for a softball tournament and the house was perfect for our group. Home was very clean and comfortable! The guys enjoyed walking down to the river and fishing between games. It was a fun weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha N., Sterling Heights, MICHIGAN

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little place

We stopped here on our way to NC for our summer vacation, we went to the Safari which was really fun. My biggest complaint was the oven did not work, I did email immediately once I noticed with no reply at all. The bed on the main floor needs to be replaced ASAP the mattress is the worse I have ever slept on. Other than those two complaints the place was as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023