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Tiny House w/ Big Mountain Views - near VMI & WLU

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A room with a wooden floor, a white door, and a view of a mountain through a balcony with a white railing.
A covered porch with a seating area and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and white cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroom495 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Lexington, VA
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Military Institute
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Horse Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪79 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of George Washington National Forest and Virginia Horse Center. .This vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Lexington Valley Vineyard and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Lenfest Center for the Performing Arts.

What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 8 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Lime Kiln Theater - 9 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Virginia Military Institute - 10 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Virginia Horse Center - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • VMI Museum - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruby Tuesday - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬13 min drive

About this property

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

Tiny House w/ Big Mountain Views - near VMI & WLU

Welcome to Thistle Cottage – A Pet-Friendly Tiny Home with Stunning Mountain Views
Charming pet-friendly tiny home with stunning mountain views near downtown Lexington, VA. Thistle Cottage offers a queen bedroom, full kitchen, Roku TV, outdoor fire pit, and a covered porch on 3 peaceful acres. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small families seeking a relaxing getaway close to hiking, wineries, and local attractions.

Thistle Cottage may be a tiny home, but it offers big comfort and stunning views. Whether you’re relaxing outdoors or enjoying a movie inside, this retreat has everything you need for a memorable and comfortable stay. Enjoy the perfect blend of countryside tranquility and quick access to Lexington’s shops, dining, and attractions.
Additional note: As a pet-friendly property, we warmly welcome your pets. Please note that a pet fee of $100 will be added to your reservation to ensure thorough cleaning for our next guests, especially those with allergies. This fee will be applied once we update your reservation details to reflect the correct number of guests and pets.​ If you have any questions or need assistance with your reservation, please feel free to reach out.

Located near Kerr’s Creek, this peaceful farmhouse retreat offers the best of both worlds—country charm with quick access to downtown Lexington. Enjoy being just minutes from Washington and Lee University (9 mins), Virginia Military Institute (13 mins), and Southern Virginia University (18 mins). Popular destinations like Big Spring Farm (5 mins), the Blue Ridge Parkway (20 mins), and Goshen Pass (16 mins) are all within easy reach. Spend your days tubing on the Maury River, kayaking at Lake Robertson, or exploring Natural Bridge State Park (29 mins) and the Virginia Safari Park (32 mins). Local favorites like Devils Backbone Brewery (12 mins) and Rockbridge Vineyard (25 mins) add to the experience.

Please note: Drive times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and chosen route.

This cottage is located approximately 100 yards from another tiny house rental is close to the highway.

**Due to the cottages ease of access to the highway for travel, there is some noise from light highway traffic. A sound reducing fence and berm are between house and highway.

***Outdoor camera above main entrance to porch. Only camera on the property and it is only utilized to monitor the driveway. The camera only can see the driveway and does not move.
Help us ensure that all our guests arrive to a clean and inviting space by adhering to our guest guidelines!

- The booking party must be 25 years of age or older and present during the entire stay.
- Please remove your shoes inside.
- There is no smoking allowed anywhere on the property.
- Pets are permitted with pet fee.
- All overnight guests must be registered with your reservation.
- Parties are not permitted. Please limit unregistered house guests to five additional people.
- Please be respectful of our neighbors by keeping your noise level low, especially after 10pm.
- When leaving the house, please turn off lights to conserve energy.
- If an item is broken or damaged, please let us know so we can repair or replace it.
- Please be respectful of the space and treat it with care. We want to ensure that all our guests arrive to a clean, happy, and inviting space!

If you have questions about any of our guidelines, don`t hesitate to reach out to our support team. Thank you!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 495 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Help us ensure that all our guests arrive to a clean and inviting space by adhering to our guest guidelines!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

400515

Tiny House w/ Big Mountain Views - near VMI & WLU Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

nancy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property offering countryside and excellent location to downtown Lexington and the Virginia Horse Center. Sad to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026