[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Underground, riverfront home, 3 bedrooms on the James River in Amherst County Vacation home in Madison Heights with kitchen and fireplace ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114433500/114433472/36bdb996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114433500/114433472/3aa1563e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114433500/114433472/ad7cc6ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114433500/114433472/26f39c10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114433500/114433472/d51ffad9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Underground, riverfront home, 3 bedrooms on the James River in Amherst County provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Underground, riverfront home, 3 bedrooms on the James River in Amherst County Built in 1979, Roby’s Cave offers a peaceful and memorable place to stay. Located on the James River in Amherst County this unique underground, riverfront home on 125 acres of farm land, features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, living room and laundry room. River access for all guests. Frequent wildlife sightings include deer, bear, turkey, beavers and eagles. Come enjoy the river, watching trains pass by and taking in all that nature has to offer. River access is available to all guests. Swim at your own risk. Please remember to bring shoes that you can wear in the river to protect your feet. If fishing, you will need a current fishing license. Kayak rental available for additional fee of $25/item per stay. We have six kayaks available. Paddle/life jackets included. Must sign wavier to rent. Hunting rights for deer or turkey available for additional fee of $50 per hunter per day. You will need current hunting license. Must sign waiver to hunt. Electric golf cart available for additional fee of $25 per day. Seats 4 people and is equipped with seatbelts. Enjoy a scenic drive down to the river. Please do not drive in grass at/around house or in the fields. Must sign wavier to drive/ride in golf cart. Please message me if interested in any of these items listed above. Guests are able and welcome to access: \-Underground house \-mowed property around house (regarding the hayfield all around-please don’t drive car/golf cart in this) \-all gravel roads down to river \-2 mowed spaces on the river bank (please don’t travel to neighboring areas at river-we live down hill from Roby’s Cave and will be happy to show you our space on the river) Please do NOT drive (car or golf cart) on grass at/around the house or in the fields. There is a garage on property near home-owner may need use of garage during your stay. 25-30 minutes to Lynchburg 25-30 minutes to town of Amherst /Madison Heights NEARBY COLLEGES •Sweet Briar College ~14 miles/35 minute drive •Randolph College ~17 miles/35 minute drive •Liberty University ~20 miles/35 minute drive •University of Lynchburg ~16 miles/35 minute drive •Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) ~19 miles/34 minute drive •University of Virginia~59 miles/1.5 hour drive ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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 - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 ## Similar properties ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99740000/99734200/99734176/fd522833.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Log Cabin, 27 Acre Modern Mountain Escape, Pool, Hot Tub and Fireplace Amherst - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=99734176&PinnedHotelID=99734176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100610000/100608500/100608455/w505h683x260y0-ec66f1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bear Mountain Farm 2.0 Monroe - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=100608455&PinnedHotelID=100608455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66960000/66957900/66957881/08db86a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Riverside Cottage on 5 Acres- Perfect for Couples & Nature Lovers Amherst - Kitchen - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=66957881&PinnedHotelID=66957881&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19950000/19940300/19940217/cc81ceb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg Madison Heights - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=19940217&PinnedHotelID=19940217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116130000/116127900/116127833/b237de76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil 4-BDR Escape | 2King Beds + Free Parking\* Concord - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=116127833&PinnedHotelID=116127833&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89248300/89248254/f527c863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### #NoCleaningFee! 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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 Madison Heights is home to this vacation home. Monument Terrace and Point of Honor are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rise Up Climbing and Amazement Square. 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Amazement Square and Lynchburg Museum are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question