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Mountain serenity!!!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Immerse yourself in nature at The Garden Shed at Ward Manor, nestled on a 300-acre Bicentennial Farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Hike to the top of our mountain, splash in waterfalls or unwind by creek side hammocks. Explore fauna and flora and experience star-filled nights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain serenity!!!

The Garden Shed at Ward Manor is nestled on this 300 acre Bicentennial Farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia . Guests are encouraged to hike to the top of our mountain, splash in the waterfalls, slip away from reality in our creek side hammocks, or fish-swim in our 2 acre pond. Fauna and flora and star filled nights are abundant at Ward Manor. It is our pleasure to share them our guests.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outside!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Pests must be kept on a leash. No littering or guns! Respect the tranquility of this property while enjoying.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed with per client approval by owners.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Wonderful experience for children!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mountain Serenity Independence
Mountain Serenity!!! Independence
Mountain Serenity!!! Private vacation home
Mountain Serenity!!! Private vacation home Independence

About the area

Map
Independence, VA

What's nearby

  • New River State Park - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Grayson Highlands State Park - 34 min drive - 37.6 km
  • New River - 38 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 41 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 53 min drive - 44.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aunt Bea's Express - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rio Grande - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain serenity!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Mountain serenity!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain serenity!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain serenity!!! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from New River and within 12 miles (20 km) of New River State Park and Oak Hill Academy. Jefferson National Forest and Grayson Highlands State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Mountain serenity!!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Serenity

Relaxing getaway, great condition house and beautiful views/pond/and a very cool donkey. Loved staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oasis

Beautiful and calming oasis. You are surrounded by nature. Place was comfortable and described. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location to just kick back and enjoy nature. The area around this cute little cottage is beautiful and should be explored. Nicely appointed and very comfortable. The hosts were wonderful and provided great insight into the area. Highly recommend this location and place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Visit

This was our first visit to Independence and Grayson County and we had a great time. The house was convenient to get to and nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farmstay

The renovated Garden Shed at the Manor is wonderful! It has a very comfortable bed, plenty of space, a fully stocked kitchen, and lots of windows for beautiful views. We loved seeing the cows and the donkey everyday, and really enjoyed hiking the mountain. It was a relaxing and refreshing getaway. We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Mountain Oasis

Beautiful location surrounded by mountains with a fish pond, hiking trails, and cool barns. Well stocked with supplies. Incredibly cute house. Although you're located a short distance from the main property, you have excellent privacy. Oh, and an adorable donkey! We will absolutely be back!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara Rose W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Mountain Getaway

My husband, kids, and I had such a fabulous weekend at the Garden Shed. The house itself was charming and incredibly clean. We appreciated the owners leaving carrots for the kids to feed Hieronymus, the friendly donkey just steps from the door. We sat outside at night and watched fireflies light up the trees like it was Christmas. If you're looking for a place that's near Grayson Highlands State Park, this is a great option!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing less than AMAZING!

This space was exactly what we needed to disconnect from the real world and relax with family. So much to explore and take in, there really are no words to describe the beauty, even the rain feels different here!! The house is so unique in every detail and there was nothing we were lacking upon check in. I would recommend 100 times over and we will definitely be returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C., Mint Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of heaven

This was one of the most beautiful places I've had the pleasure to stay. The hosts were wonderful and very communicative. After seeing the pictures in the listing I requested to take family pictures on the property and I'm so glad I did because the farm was a perfect backdrop. My kids loved watching the animals, petting the donkey and playing in the waterfall. I hope we can make it back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Stay on Picturesque Farm

What a gem this place is! The cabin is on a picturesque farm nestled among rolling hills and mountains. The hosts made sure I had everything I needed and welcomed me to use the hammocks and stroll around the pond. Loved having a kitchen in the cabin (with coffee pot) and both a front porch and back patio to take in the views and hear a babbling brook nearby. Read for hours in the Adirondack chair. I took a hike up the mountain and was rewarded with sweeping views. I'll definitely be coming back for much needed R&R.

10/10 Excellent

Jesse & Kari H. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Getaway

Clean, spacious cabin with everything you need including special touches like games a children’s books. My husband and I stayed with my MIL and three children (7, 4, and 6 months) and there was plenty of space for all of us. The kids absolutely loved hiking on the grounds, fishing, playing next to the stream, relaxing in the hammocks and feeding the adorable and friendly donkey Hieronymus. The kids also loved reading books and sleeping up in the loft, while grandma slept on the pullout couch and my husband, 6 month old and I slept in the bedroom. Incredible views of the gorgeous countryside surround this place and it felt very peaceful and serene even with our three crazy boys! Micheal and Matthew were also wonderful hosts and really went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and that the boys had a good time. We will definitely be back for another visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Slice of Paradise

When we arrived, it was well-stocked and clean, and surprisingly easy to find. We loved the scenery, fishing in the pond, and just the farm in general. It was a lovely place; will be back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect getaway

We love the property and the views! It was just
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back to my roots

We spent four days and nights on the estate established in 1817 by my G-G Grandparents. It is always surreal to come here and feel the presence of my ancestors. The 'Garden Shed' is very cozy and inviting. The amenities are excellent with all the comforts of home. The surrounding fields and mountains are gorgeous. The gardens and pond are beautiful.. The livestock, donkey and very friendly farm dogs are entertaining.. The hosts are.very welcoming and fun to visit.. We reccomend the Garden Shed, you won't regret it! Gene and Wendy Fredericksburg, VA
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of Heaven. ❤️

This was our 2nd time staying here and it was just as wonderful as the first! Plenty of quiet time to fish and explore the mountain. Property is visually spectacular and the donkey is very amusing to have morning coffee with, highly recommend for family time and a peaceful getaway. 2nd time there and there are still things we feel like we didn’t get to take advantage of, seems like we’ll have to go back! Love this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

S M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful mountain farm getaway

It was in a secluded area, but we 3 girls felt safe, the environment was very welcoming. We loved the decor & the landscape was amazing! We sat outside but bugs didn’t bother us - the moon & stars lit the sky & the sun going down behind the mountains glowed. Wonderful visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise, as always

My girlfriends & I absolutely LOVE spending a long weekend up at the Garden Shed. We come at least once a year, and it never disappoints. Michael & Matthew are such gracious hosts, making sure the hammocks are out for some relaxation near the creek. Just a slice of paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of heaven!

Stunningly beautiful landscape & conveniently located. We loved waking up to the cows and donkey. The renovation of the “garden shed” is fantastic. Very roomy and comfortable. The HVAC was noisy, but next time we’ll just turn it off and throw another quilt on the bed. Too bad we didn’t have more time to relax in the adorable hammocks - we hope to remedy that soon 😊 Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection -

Michael and Matthew are fantastic, the cabin was perfect, the views are absolutely breathtaking. Everything about this visit exceeded our expectations. The pictures online do not do this place any justice. You must see it to believe. We cannot wait to come back. :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to rest

This is one of the closest places to Heaven on earth! So thankful for my favorite mountain getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

My spouse and I absolutely loved our visit to Ward Mannor. The hosts were amazing and responsive. The Garden Shed was tidy, well equipped and had comfortable beds. The grounds were beautiful and quiet. The perfect place to relax and restore. Cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite Getaway

This is our favorite place to getaway from the hustle and bustle. The fall foliage was showing off this weekend around this beautiful and peaceful cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A touch of heaven

The MOST beautiful property and quaint cottage nestled among mountains and farmland. A sparkling creek runs through the meadows, cattle gaze at you on your walks, a lovely pond with a path around, a gazebo to take it all in and a covered shelter with two hammocks are all available to enjoy. We LOVED it! The pup and the donkey became our buddies too ♥️ we hope to visit annually and be refreshed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Get Away

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin is decorated beautifully and the perfect place for a get away. The location is great if you want to enjoy the quiet. We were unable to enjoy any of the farm because of commitments with the wedding we were there for, but I would love to go back when I have more time to relax and enjoy my surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Storybook worthy!!

I was in charge of booking a place to stay for a friends wedding in the area. I didn’t put too much effort into looking as we were just there for two nights. This property looked nice and was close to the venue. I don’t know how we got so lucky…My husband and I were SO blown away when we arrived to the rental. I kept saying “is this real”!! We will certainly be back. It was truly a story book worthy farm. HIGHLY recommend! The hosts were unbelievably lovely as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023