Title: "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse Vacation home in Independence with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70984200/70984129/16a0d36e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70984200/70984129/81d65d88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70984200/70984129/700e5f18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70984200/70984129/e579292f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70984200/70984129/90-9e4471a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Gracies Bunkhouse, a 100-year-old cabin nestled on 2 acres atop a large waterfall. Warm up by the Jotul wood stove or unwind on the back porch with soothing waterfall sounds and long-range mountain views. The fully stocked kitchen features new appliances, including a gas stove and refrigerator. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse Step back in time at Gracies Bunkhouse. No wifi but great connection. This 100 year old renovated cabin is heated by a newly installed Mini Split which serves for both heating and cooling. The main source of heat is a Jotul wood stove that has endless amounts of wood at your disposal to keep you warm. The bunkhouse sits on 2 of a 16 acre parcel atop a very large waterfall. The waterfalls make a beautiful soothing backdrop noise as you listen from the back porch or anywhere outside. At the base of the falls in the distance is my other rental that is usually booked year round. It is always nice to know that my guest like their privacy and know not to venture too far down or too far up to the other houses. You will not find a better place to hang out than on the back porch in a rocking chair or seated at the bar with a cup of coffee and a journal. Long range mountain views are best seen with the leaves off the trees but can also be seen from the deck and other parts of the property. The only guest you will have are the occasional wild turkey, deer, or black bear that likes to show itself every now and then. There are apple trees, grape vines, wild cherries and wild raspberries that them plenty of food. The bunkhouse was purchased in a state of distress at the same time as her sister property Healing Water Falls (the house below the falls.). She was built in 1910 and has many additions but was fully renovated in 2020 keeping honor to her heritage of a time more simple. A hot water on demand unit keeps the hot water flowing. Guest will find a fully stocked kitchen with new appliances including a gas stove and refrigerator. Pour over coffee maker and french press are how we do coffee here. You will not find a microwave, toaster, or coffee maker but there is an electric teapot for heating water. No dishwasher either but some of the best times are standing by the enameled double sink reminiscing about grandma doing the same back in her day. The master bedroom has its own electric wood stove to offer ambiance and warmth and you will not find a better sleeping bed anywhere. Open the windows and let the mountain breeze blow through on spring nights as you cozy up under a comforter. A separate bedroom on the opposite side of the house has 2 twins with fairy lights on the ceiling to mimic stars outside. There is a fire ring with tree stumps for sitting and plenty of wood on hand for burning. Nothing compares to nights around a campfire spent telling stories smelling the crisp mountain air. There is much to be found in going back to basics and giving up things our modern world takes for granted. Gracies was loved back to life in every way. You will feel it when you enter. It's like coming home to an old memory. Won't you come and experience her warmth? ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Music library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92713500/92713404/f8b2ede3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Riverfront Cabin Galax - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=92713404&PinnedHotelID=92713404&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61540000/61530800/61530787/3b931aa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin 4 Fall asleep to the sound of the New River's Song Fries - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews CA $159 CA $281 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=61530787&PinnedHotelID=61530787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119995600/119995512/78373b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little River Hideaway Galax - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill CA $113 CA $272 total includes taxes & fees Nov 7 - Nov 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=119995512&PinnedHotelID=119995512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90210000/90208400/90208336/8683889d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New River Haven - Kayak the River. 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Please pick up after your pet. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: contact me for additional pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Best for ages 7 plus ### 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### Property is also known as "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse Independence ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.672417,-81.09821&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:umz%7EExn%7EmN%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40QBS%40SBQ%40SBSBQBQBSDQBQDQDQBSDQFQDODQFSFODOFQFOFQFOHOFOHOFOHOHMHOHMHOJMHMJMHMJKJMJKJMHKLKJMJILKJIJKLILILILIJILGLGLINGLELGLGNELGNELELCNENELCNCNCLANEN%3FLCNANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBN%3FNDL%40NBLBNBNDLDNDLBNDLFLDNFLFLDLFNHJFLFLHLHLHJHLHLJJHLJJHJLJJJJJLJJJLJJHLJLHLJLHNHLHNHLFNHNFNHNFNFNHPFNFPDNFPDPFPDNDPDPDRDPBPDPBPDR%40PBPBRBRBP%40R%40RBP%40R%3FR%40P%40R%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FRARAR%3FRAPCRARAPCRCPCRCPAPERCPERCPEPEPEPEPEPGPENGPEPGNGPINGNGPILGPILGNINILININKLIJKLILKLKLKJKLKJKJKJKHMLKHMHMJKHMFMHMHMHKFOFMFMFMFOFMDMFODMBODMDOBODMBO%40MBOBO%40O%40OBM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAOCMAOAOCMCOAOCMEOCOEMCMEOEMGOEMGMGMGOGMGMGMIKGMKMGMIMKKIKIMMKIKKMKIKKMKKKMKMIMKMIKKMIOIOIMIOIOGMIQGMIQGOGOGQGOEQGOGQEQEQGQEQCQEQEQCSEQCSCQCQCSAQCSAQCSASAQAS%3FSASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tXTn5LwuvPbDT5nGKoD1r9SPpQc=) Independence, VA #### What's nearby - Rex Theater - 32 min drive - 23.9 km - Blue Ridge Music Center - 48 min drive - 40.0 km - Grayson Highlands State Park - 53 min drive - 55.1 km - New River - 57 min drive - 59.0 km - Olde Beau Golf and Country Club - 59 min drive - 56.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Aunt Bea's Express - ‬13 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive - ‪Paul's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬12 min drive - ‪Rio Grande - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is "Travel Back to Simple" 1910 Renovated Bunkhouse located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of New River, Jefferson National Forest, and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Wayne Henderson's Workshop and Rex Theater are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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