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Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove

Cottage in Salem with kitchen and patio

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Nestled at the foot of the mountain, Foot of the Mountain cottage offers a serene retreat. This cozy abode is perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, with an Appalachian Trail entrance nearby and a private setting that boasts an outdoor fire pit with seating & dining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.

Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove

Foot of the Mountain cottage has a perfect location, minutes from the Appalachian Trail and entrance to McAfees Knob and 15 minutes to downtown Roanoke. Sleeps 6, fully renovated, large bathroom with washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen, private setting, outdoor fire pit with seating & outdoor dining. Perfect for hikers or any outdoor enthusiast!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Salem is home to this cottage. Salem Museum and Showtimers Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Valley View Grande and AMF Hilltop Lanes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Football Stadium or Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing and mountain biking. Visit our Salem travel guide
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Salem, VA

What's nearby

  • You can view rows upon rows of mountains as the clouds shadows dance over the forest. #adventure
    Dragons Tooth Trailhead
    7 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Roanoke College
    8 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center
    9 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Salem Civic Center
    11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Valley View Mall
    12 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station
    16 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    13 min drive
  • Parkway Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • Hardee's
    10 min drive
  • Hardee's
    9 min drive
  • Waffle House
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove located?

Situated in Salem, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Jefferson National Forest, Roanoke College and Dragons Tooth Trailhead. Longwood Park and Salem Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Fully Renovated Cottage - Minutes from Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to many hiking trails! Cottage is super clean and in a quiet setting! Close to Roanoke for restaurants! 40 minutes to Virginia Tech! Loved staying here!
Trails near by!
Beautiful scenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Great Location

Wonderful property. Had a nice stay. Was close enough to the great hiking locations and the city for dinner after. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joan H.

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

Virginia

Nice place, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Very Nice Place

Everything was clean and as advertised. Close proximity to Roanoke and local hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca N.

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

Perfect Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Extremely clean, perfect location, Loved the fire pit! We ate at the new place 3miles down the road called Hanging Rock Tavern, highly suggest them! And hiked McAfee Knob, which every single step was worth the view at the top. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really felt at home. It was clean & spacious. We loved it. Would happily return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Great Stay for Roanoke Graduation

The cabin was a great location for a graduation at Roanoke College. The fully stocked kitchen helped us have meals at the cabin instead of eating out. Everything was as advertised! We plan to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed in Salem right outside of Ranoke for the USA finals National Mnt Biking races for 2025. Location was quiet, clean, modern, nice small cottage set up for family of 4. Good sized front yard area for yard games. Beautiful rose bushes on side of house that had lots of birds and bees visit. Close enough to hiking or biking trails near by via short drive and just far enough away from city to have a quite outside of Ranoke city area.It was too hot for us to use the bonfire but did enjoy the front large covered porch with rocking chairs in early mornings and evenings. Even sat out on porch while it rained. Liked that there was on site washer and dryer to use for dirty clothes post muddy biking. Outdoor water hose available to wash off the bicycles post ride as well. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Heaven at the Foot of the Mountain

This was the perfect location to hike Virginia's Triple Crown. We were also very close to Carvin's Cove and Roanoke. Everything was updated and very clean. Great atmosphere too! We had a campfire almost every night with the wood that was provided to us. Sat in the rocking chairs on the front porch. Would stay here again! Highly recommend. Youtubers- Our Next Trail
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Beautifully updated home with modern amenities, very nicely decorated and well stocked.

The property was beautiful with an amazing back patio and fire pit (although we didn’t get a chance to use the fire pit) it is something we will use next time. Very nicely decorated with new clean furnishings and the s’mores were a nice touch. This is a bit off the beaten path at first but then you get to enjoy the beauty of the birds singing in the mornings. There is also an amazing breakfast place just in town of Salem called Salem diner that serves amazing breakfast, recommend the eggs and biscuits with gravy. I’ve eaten at a lot of places in all my travels and probably the best biscuits and gravy I can remember. We enjoyed our stay and will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful location. Loved the fire pit out back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great renovations!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great short stay. With an amazing hike to mcAfee knob.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MTB C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is fantastic. 3 min to McAfee's knob parking...10 to Dragon's tooth...15 to Tinker Cliffs. 5 min to Carvin's Cove parking. Really nice back patio with fire pit. Would definitely consider reserving again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel r.

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

Great stay great property.

Great stay great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
We were visiting our grandson in Daleville. The VRBO provided us with a very enjoyable stay. The only thing that we would suggest is adding grab bars to the shower. We are 70, and the tub is difficult to get in and out of.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Great property and location

We loved the cottage. A great place and accommodations that we would return to. 2 mile drive to McAfee parking lot and 20 minutes to Roanoke. Decor and vibe is calming. It’s really clean, and well supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful property, private but close to town and great location being so close to hikes!! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sankirna J.

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

Great stay

Had a great stay in Roanoke. It’s minutes away from the Mcafee Knob trailhead and 20 mins from Roanoke, VA. The property was great, chrck-in process was pretty smooth, and ample space to park 2 cars. There is also a firepit and we were graciously provided with firewood and some smores which we enjoyed after a day hike. I would definitely book again if I am back in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Nice house and location

House was very nice and clean. Located between Salem and Catawba. Close to McAfee Knob parking area. Host was very responsive. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

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

Great experience!

We had a great stay. Would highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenner J.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful property, peaceful, quiet, clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

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

Would stay here again in heartbeat. Excellent host!

Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Lovely cabin close to hiking trails

This was a beautiful cabin conveniently located by the McAfee Knob trailhead. We enjoyed the fire pit and s’mores!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine T.

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

Great Stay

The property is great! Quiet, convenient to everything and super clean. Communication was easy and timely too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022