On the scenic Maury River in Rockbridge Baths, Mast Mill guest house offers a serene retreat. With private river access, enjoy lounging, fishing or swimming in the knee to waist deep waters. Relax on the deck and watch the sunset over the mountains then roast marshmallows at night by a fire pit.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m
Popular amenities
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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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.
Relax by the River and enjoy the views.
Welcome to the Mast Mill guest house. The house sleeps 4 guests comfortably. Maximum of 5 guest limit. It’s located on the scenic Maury River in Rockbridge Baths. With private river access. There is high speed fiber optic internet access. We have a no pet policy, please do not ask for an exemption. Pets are not permitted on the property or in the house for any reason. No smoking or VAPE in the house. There will be a cleaning fee if pets or smoking in the house. Thank you for understanding.
This guest house offers a fully equipped kitchen, sunroom, and large living room with a electric stove fireplace. Beds: One Queen, two Doubles, one pull out Double.
Enjoy private access to the Maury River: perfect for lounging, fishing, or swimming. The river is about knee to waist deep most of the year, so it’s perfect for kids.
Relax on the deck and watch the sunset over the mountains. Then sit around the fire pit and roast marshmallows and make s’mores.
Conveniently located 2 miles from Goshen Pass, and a 20 minute drive to Lexington, Virginia Military Institute, and Washington & Lee university.
Lexington offers an unique shopping experience in the cute downtown.
There are several museums for those interested in history as well as several historical locations in the area. The Birth place of Sam Houston, of Texas fame is at Timber Ridge.
General Robert E. Lee and his horse Traveler along with General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson and his horse Little Sorrel are buried in town.
The only house Gen. Stonewall Jackson owned is now a museum in downtown Lexington. He also has an exhibit in the VIrginia Military Institute museum.
In the VMI museum is an air rifle believed to have been carried by Lewis and Clark on the long walk.
Meriwether Lewis was from Charlottesville Va. and William Clark was from the Natural Bridge area of Rockbridge County. Lexington was a staging area on their way west.
Gen. Robert E. Lee’s tomb and museum are in the basement of Lee Chapel on the campus of Washington and Lee University.
The famous picture of Lee on Traveler was taken in front of the Mast Mill guest house. He routinely had dinner in the original Mill house with the widow of a fallen fellow officer.
There are hot spring “Baths” located here in Rockbridge Baths. The hot spring is now privately owned.
There are hot springs you can swim in, located in Warm Springs Va. They have been open to the public since the 1700’s. (30 minute drive) Ask the host and we can direct you.
The guest house sets on what was the Mast Mill. It was built around 1805 and operated until the 1960’s.
If you love the outdoors, this is the place for you.
There are numerous options for hiking in the area, from the easy Chessie Trail that runs along the Maury river in Lexington to the extremely difficult trails in the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains. Ask the hosts for recommendations that fit your interest.
You can take trips to the Natural Bridge of Virginia, the Natural Bridge caverns, the Natural Bridge State Park, and the Virginia Safari Park. And numerous other interesting locations. All are great for a day trip.
If you are interested in wine tasting or hitting a brewery there are a number of excellent options in the area.
If you like plays, Black friars Playhouse is a working replica of William Shakespeare’s theater located in Staunton,Va. (30 minute drive)They perform Shakespeare plays every week of the year.
americanshakespearecenter.com
You can get the history by looking on Wikipedia for the American Shakespeare center.
During the winter season, we are about an hours drive from three excellent ski resorts. Wintergreen, The Homestead, and Massanutten, they offer very nice ski slopes.
House rules: please be respectful of our family’s home.
1. No pets 2. No parties, No smoking, Vape or E cigarettes in the house. You will be charged a $200 cleaning fee. 3. No excessively loud music. 4. Please don’t rearrange the large furniture in the house. 5 Respect our neighbors and their property. “Please don’t trespass or cut flowers from their garden”
6. Please don’t put lawn furniture in the river. 7. Please try not to leave the porch umbrella up over night. (We get high winds at night from off the mountain) 8. Please do not handle/ play with the antiques in the house. . 9, Please let us know if anything is broken or doesn’t work so we can fix or replace it before the next guest. 10. There are lifejackets for kids in the shed if you need.
11. Please don’t leave trash at or in the river.
12. Put the outdoor equipment back where it goes when you are done.
13. We have a catch and release fishing policy, we don’t have an appropriate location to gut and clean fish. Plus, leave the fish in the river for the next guest to catch. Also, you must have a Virginia fishing license, (State law) you can get a license online at the Department of wildlife resources.
Children 15 years or younger do not need a license. Adult non resident. One day license $8.00 Adult non resident five day license $21.00 The website, dwr.virginia.gov
14. No fireworks. 15. Do not feed the donkeys or pet the pot belly pig across the road , the pig WILL bite. 16. Even though we live in an incredibly safe area we do have security cameras covering the parking area for insurance reasons.
If you need help with the anything don’t hesitate to ask. We are not responsible for any accidents or injuries on equipment that you borrow from the Mast Mill guest house property. Use at your own risk.
*The Mast Mill guest house is the guesthouse on our property. It’s our family home, please treat it kindly. Our house is right next door. We should be available if you need anything.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
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.
Area rugs in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Step to reach entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming 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
Security system
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 1,400 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
There is a no pets policy.
You may be charged $250 for a cleaning fee if are found with a pet on the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No loud music or behavior that would disturb the neighbors and do not trespass onto the neighbors property. Please.
We reserve the right to charge $200 cleaning fee if guests bring pets or smoke in the house.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Rockbridge Baths, VA
What's nearby
Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Virginia Horse Center - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
Washington and Lee University - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
Virginia Military Institute - 20 min drive - 23.4 km
VMI Museum - 21 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 18 min drive
IHOP - 14 min drive
Roadmap Coffeeworks - 14 min drive
Chocolate City - 14 min drive
LEE-HI Companies - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Relax by the River and enjoy the views. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Relax by the River and enjoy the views.?
Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Relax by the River and enjoy the views.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Relax by the River and enjoy the views. located?
This family-friendly Rockbridge Baths holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chris Lantos Waterfront and Brownsburg Historic District. Goshen Scout Reservation and Lexington Valley Vineyard are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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