Title: Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin - 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 cabin # Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin Family-friendly cabin with a sauna and a hot tub ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547500/33547485/c427c10d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547500/33547485/fe61e097.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547500/33547485/85392e0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547500/33547485/a8eac269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547500/33547485/6d31a48a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape summer's heat in Big Ridge Retreat, a rustic log cabin surrounded by pine forests and fields with dramatic vistas over a broad valley and three Mt ranges. Prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen, unwind in the cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace or enjoy dinner under the stars on warm evenings. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101527 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Dryer - Fireplace - Parking available - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin Spectacular views! Escape summer's heat in this rustic log cabin and enjoy its modern amenities and dramatic vistas over a broad valley and three Mt ranges. Surrounded by pine forests and fields, you will most likely see deer, cows and wild turkeys and hear owls. Bring your hiking shoes, s’more makings and some good books to enjoy in this tranquil, beautiful setting. Prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen. The dining room provides a perfect setting for meals or enjoy dinner under the stars. After a day of endless outdoor exploration, unwind in the cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy board games, watch your favorite movies, or simply soak up the tranquility of the cabin's rustic charm. The log cabin inside features a 2-story vaulted ceiling, dramatic fireplace and rough-hewn plank walls and ceiling in the living room. Local vintage antiques decorate the living room walls. Outside the whole family can enjoy large rocks for climbing, a tire swing, hammock and an amazing firepit with logs for seating. Temperatures at the cabin's 4,000 feet elevation are typically about 8 degrees cooler than in lower-elevation Independence, VA, just 8 miles away. And Independence typically has 8-degree lower temperatures than lower-elevation Piedmont locations such as Charlotte, NC, some 124 miles to the south. Fires in the inside fireplace in July and August are many times desirable. NEW!! Big Ridge Retreat is pleased to offer a new add-on spa package. While we will still provide the same affordable nightly prices, we are happy to announce a package with a new infrared sauna, massage table, full-sized billiard/ping-pong table and a hot tub (great for star gazing). Further info available upon request. Situated close to Jefferson National Forest with its hiking trails (9 miles), New River Campground for canoeing or tubing (12 miles), Grayson Highlands State Park (Mt. Rogers - 13 miles) and the VA Creeper Bike Trail (42 miles), the cabin provides a base for scenic trips to numerous festivals, antique shops and outdoor recreational opportunities. Alternatively, you can rock on the front porch and absorb the ever-changing and spectacular views. Nearby Attractions: • White Top Mountain Ramp Festival: 3rd Sunday in May • Grayson County Fiddlers' Convention: 4th Saturday in June • Independence Parade and Fireworks – July 4th - 15 minutes • Grayson County Agricultural Fair – early August – 13 minutes • Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention – 2nd weekend in August – 30 min • Fries' Fiddlers' Convention: 3rd Saturday in August • Ag & Art Adventure – Early Sept. – starts at Old Courthouse – 15 minutes • Grayson Highlands Fall Festival: 4th Saturday in September • Elk Creek Apple Butter Festival: 2nd Saturday in October • White Top Mountain Molasses Festival: 2nd Sunday in October • Independence Farmers Market and Craft Fair – 3 seasons – 15 minutes • Matthews Living History Farm Museum – year-round events – 33 Minutes • Wild ponies of Mt Rogers National Recreation Area – year-round – 40 minutes • New River Campground and Canoe - https://www.canoeingthenew.com/river-trips • Old Courthouse History Museum – year-round – 15 minutes Our guests are best at describing the experience: • The cabin is special. It’s located in a beautiful area of Virginia that provides solitude in nature while also being 15 minutes from a nice grocery store. We appreciated the well-stocked kitchen with nice cookware and kitchen tools. We spent a day on the property enjoying the view, walking through the fields to find even more splendid views, and having a cozy fire in the comfortable cabin. The next two days we rode the Virginia Creeper trail and hiked with wild ponies in Grayson Highlands State Park. Anne was responsive to all inquiries and provided all the information we needed for our trip. - April 2022 • 100 percent awesomeness!!! We loved the cabin and property kitchen was well supplied. Being from Florida we had a beautiful fire burning almost all week. Great family time. We hope to return one day - April 2021 • Views are unreal as are the chipmunks, dear, cows, turkeys, hawks and many, many rabbits. The weather was amazing, no bugs or skeeter's. Who would think you would need a fire in July. - July 2020 • What a beautiful and peaceful property it was so relaxing and the children loved taking walks, swinging on the tire swing, running around in the yard, sitting on the big rock, making some wars at night and exploring the Woods thank you for sharing. • What amazing views, the fresh mountain air and the picturesque cabin were the perfect escape for our family. Our kids’ favorite part was the tire swing and we all enjoyed fires in the fireplace and in the fire pit. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Kayak - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,527 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84060000/84056400/84056322/d9ef1fd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic, Fall, fireplace @ 1800s Rustc Log Cabin WIFI TV, Sleeps 8 Discounts Crockett - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 32 reviews CA $157 CA $348 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=84056322&PinnedHotelID=84056322&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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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Spectacular views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin Cabin ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.68857%2C-81.23047&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A4VNkGnODaCCHC1rAEOxQnEPA3U=) Independence, VA #### What's nearby - Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 22 min drive - 10.7 km - Grayson Highlands State Park - 46 min drive - 35.1 km - Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - 48 min drive - 37.0 km - Rural Retreat Lake - 51 min drive - 51.4 km - New River - 56 min drive - 62.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Elk Creek Valley Diner - ‬20 min drive - ‪Ciro's Pizza & Subs - ‬15 min drive - ‪Echo Ridge Observatory - ‬16 min drive - ‪Valley Diner - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Jefferson National Forest and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Wayne Henderson's Workshop and New River are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spectacular mountain views at 4000 ft from a secluded log cabin Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wade F. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin Second time there… we will be back twice a year! ##### Wade F. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald B. Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Beautiful cabin in a beautiful setting! ##### Gerald B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bert K. Apr 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing get away. This property is very well maintained always clean and well decorated. Close to many outdoor actives we have stay at this property a few times and have always had everything we need and had a very great stay. ##### Bert K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry J. Apr 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing trip Great place to stay. Awesome view of the valley and the mountains The cabin is very well equipped with everything needed ##### Larry J. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. Jul 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great place The best part, quiet. Peaceful, beautiful view, rustic, great fire pit. Our second trip and we will go back. ##### Robert M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bert K. May 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### spring trip this is great get away and a amazing property to spent time with friends. Very well maintain and the views are great. I would recommend this cabin very highly would really like to come back soon. Thanks for have us. ##### Bert K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labor Day Getaway . ##### John M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thom W. Nov 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I Will Always Come Back to Big Ridge The perfect location. The perfect house. The perfect view. Perfect. ##### Thom W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### James A. Nov 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Isolated and Scenic Great location well away from other properties. Some minor issues with interior pests. Enjoyed the wildlife passing through the yard. ##### James A. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Jul 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible getaway This cabin was the perfect answer to a much needed getaway. The driveway itself, is something to brag about. The view is amazing, the weather was perfect and the cabin had everything we needed. We loved taking advantage of Galax, Independence, and Grayson Highlands State Park! It was a wonderful experience, and we will definitely be back! ##### Mary M. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas G. Aug 27, 2018 #### Incredible setting, beautiful cabin, helpful hosts The cabin was wonderful - exactly as described, and rustic yet well kitted out. The location is incredible - secluded, with perfect views over the hills, and yet close to key towns. And the hosts were fantastic - quickly responded to minor queries and maintenance needs, helpful organising our stay (including arranging for a baby cot and highchair to be in place), and welcoming throughout. We stayed with five children and an elderly relative for almost a month in the summer - the cabin was PERFECT. Many thanks again. ##### Nicholas G. Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny D. Jun 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a wonderful family getaway here! The views were spectacular! We enjoyed Our evening walks around the property! We saw a mom an baby deer! We loved the rustic feel of the cabin! Our son loved the tire swing and playing on the big rock! We had fun playing checkers! Can’t wait to come back! If your looking for a great getaway that’s secluded on a beautiful spot you’ve found it!!! Thanks penny ##### Penny D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa U., Frankford Sep 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dream Location Big Retreat is a wonderful and quiet place to go to! Breath taking view. My husband and I love the rustic cabin and all it’s charms. The kids loved the big yard to play around in and the tire swing! We also enjoyed our night time fires around the fire pit and fireplace. Great place to go and unwind. We would love to come back some day! Thank you Anne for your hospitality! ##### Vanessa U. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nic C. Jul 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We had 9 family members in the cabin. Couldn’t have been more pleased. Beautiful views, sounds of nature, and a very cozy cabin. The deer practically walk right past you. We hope to rent the cabin many more times. Anne is a very hospitable hostess. You won’t be disappointed. ##### Nic C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Yamileidy H. Sep 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Nice stay, but no a/c Even though the property was really equipped with everything need it, it has no A/C. Be aware of that. The owner asked me to just open the front and back doors to get some air, but that's not a practical solution when you have 1 year old baby and at bedtime is really a problem to not have fans in every room. We enjoyed our stay very much, that's the only issue we had. My recommendation for future renters, read well all the amenities before, because I only saw that after my booking. On another note, it has no TV either, but that was not a problem from us, that we needed to completely disconnect from Miami life. ##### Yamileidy H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Leah C., Washington, DC-area, USA Jul 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Mountain Escape! We spent two amazing weeks at Big Ridge, feeling like we were on top of the world! We were able to escape from Northern Virginia heat and traffic and our two daughters (9 and 12) were in heaven with loads of space to play, outdoor fire pits for s'mores, and cabinets crammed with games and puzzles (which they organized on a rainy day!)-plus multiple sightings of deer, bunnies, cows, chipmunks, tortoises, eagles . . .the views are spectacular, whether on a clear day or during a thunderstorm, and the cabin itself is very comfortable, with lots of seating, a wonderful fireplace, and plenty of room for everyone to be doing their own thing. We spent the first week hiking (Greyson Highlands/Mt. Rogers/AT/Jefferson Forest) and kayaking on the New River almost every day. (Strongly recommend the hike up to Mt. Rogers which includes wild ponies!) Also recommend the Independence Farmer's Market--currently online due to Covid, but if you order online by Wednesday night you can pick up your purchases curbside in Independence (at Grayson Landcare) on Friday afternoons. A great way to support local farmers and businesses! We hope to be back in the fall! ##### Leah C. Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rod L. Jul 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect cabin getaway I cannot say enough good things about this cabin. Pros: 1. Incredible view of the valley and mountains. 2. The cabin is rustic and very comfortable. The indoor fire place is large and well stocked with wood. We used the outdoor fire pit which is complete with large log seats. 3. The kitchen is fine although we had all of our meals on the farm we were working. 4. The bedrooms are very comfortable and complete with cool bunk beds for kids or extra folks. 5. There are several places (front porch, veranda, back porch, and outdoor fire pit) to enjoy conversation or solo peace and quiet. 6. Although Wi-Fi is available, this place inspired me to turn off my phone for four days. 7. There are lots of games to play like, chess and backgammon. 8. If you want a retreat off the beaten path, this is your place. 9. I could go on forever. Cons: 1. If you don’t like driving on hilly winding roads, this will be a challenge. 2. If you want to eat at restaurants and explore the nearest city, be prepared to drive a good distance. Hopefully, if you choose this cabin, that’s not your goal. 3. If you don’t like beautiful forests and wildlife (lots of deer, birds and other great critters), you won’t like this retreat. ##### Rod L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dr J. Mar 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain Top Really unique and picturesque - great time ##### Dr J. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken & Carol S. Oct 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Retreat This cozy cabin was just what we needed to escape and unwind. We wandered the property, made fires indoors and outside at the fire pit, cooked a lot, ate a lot, and watched the clouds blow by. The chaise lounges were handy for star gazing, a must on a clear night. The supermarket in Independence is still under renovation but the Dollar General has basic staples. Thank you for a much needed respite! ##### Ken & Carol S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C., Mechanicsville Oct 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Wonderful views, great place to get a way! ##### John C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily F. Oct 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Blast This was perfect for a small family gathering with kids. We loved the property, fire pit, climbing rock and tire swing. It was a good location for us to go out on short hikes then come back and relax outside until bedtime. Thank you for sharing this beautiful spot. ##### Emily F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris P. Aug 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful The perfect spot to unwind and unplug! The views are breathtaking. ##### Chris P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth W. Aug 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place to hang your hammock Anne was wonderful to work with, and answered all my (many) questions quickly and informatively. The posting was accurate, as far as there being much to do at "home" and in the surrounding area, and the well appointed kitchen. The many spaces for relaxing (porches, fire pit etc) were also very nice as advertised. We were pleased to have a puzzle table in the living room (we did 2!), and ate dinner outside at the picnic tables. The water was nice and hot with great pressure in the shower (& tasted good as well). And what a treat to need extra blankets in August. The internet and phone service was in and out, which did not bother us, I mention it for the information of others. Our son used the public library 15 minutes away for a virtual meeting, which worked great. The driveway (while long and steep) was navigated fine by our daughter's Corolla (with the weather having been dry). The remote location is what we were looking for! I could go on and on with more praise for the details, but you should visit yourself! ##### Elizabeth W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer A. Aug 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet place on a mountain. This house is just the right option if you enjoy a place right near nature and a beautiful view. ##### Jennifer A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrisinte A. Jul 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely spot. Very quiet and private. Everything you need is there. Really nice place. A cut above the usual mountain cabin in the area. ##### Chrisinte A. 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