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Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook

Bluemont vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bluemont, VA
  • Place, Blue Ridge Regional Park
  • Place, Great Country Farms
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluemont Vineyard
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bluemont

In Bluemont .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Bluemont vacation home, you'll find Bears Den Park and Twin Oaks Tavern Winery. Blue Ridge Regional Park and Plaster Museum of Bluemont's Heritage are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twin Oaks Tavern Winery - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bears Den Park - 9 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Great Country Farms - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Dirt Farm Brewing - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Bluemont Vineyard - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 37 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluemont Vineyard - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pine Grove Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪More Better - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bluemont Station Brewery and Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Veramar Vineyard - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook


Come to the Blue Ridge Mountains and refresh your spirit! Our vintage farmhouse is in the heart of Virginia’s wine country, minutes from vineyards, breweries and wedding venues. Enjoy our local wines on the back deck watching spectacular sunsets and wait for the stars to light up the sky. Walk to the Appalachian Trail from the Bear’s Den trailhead one mile away. Play in the Shenandoah River a few minutes away. Middleburg, Purcellville, Leesburg and Civil War sites nearby.
As you travel up the mountain on our Scenic Virginia Byway, you start to see the stacked stone walls from the Revolutionary War era. You’ve entered the Bear’s Den Historic District, 1900’s era homes built as summer retreats for Washingtonians escaping the summer heat. The Bluemont train carried them out of the city where they were met at the station by horse drawn wagons to take them up the mountain. Bishop’s Gate was built in 1910 as the parsonage for the bishop who ran the neighboring church. The charming cottage was restored in 2018 by the owners who live on the adjacent property. The house is thoroughly updated while staying true to its original form. Original heart pine floors, bead board walls and original furnishings offer lots of charm. All kitchen supplies (including coffee for the Keurig coffeemaker) are included. Online work or school with reliable internet. Games, puzzles, books and a record player are available.
The screened porch, complete with porch swing and rockers, is surrounded by mature boxwoods- perfect nesting sites for the songbirds that welcome you. Under the bistro lights on the back deck, a table for outside dining seats six and Adirondack chairs overlook the fire pit and barn. The rope swing in the 200 year old tulip poplar tree delights all ages.
We are situated on 20 wooded acres perfect for getting kids in touch with nature and off screens!
S’mores supplies provided for the outdoor fire pit and all firewood is provided. Charcoal for the grill is also provided. Winter weather advisory: weather on the mountain is very unpredictable, you will need 4 wheel drive or chains. The driveway is 400 feet down the mountain and ice makes it very difficult driving.

One hour from D.C., half an hour from Dulles.

For more fun pictures, follow @bluemontcottage on Instagram

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

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
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside 20’ from house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Because of insurance limitations, guests are not allowed inside barn
Minimum age of primary renter 25
Government ID required

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside 20’ from house

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 and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook
Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook Bluemont

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.2 mi (45-min drive) away from the Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook to downtown Bluemont?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Bluemont.

Reviews

Historic Mountain Cottage at Blue Ridge Overlook Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming historical house

Thoughtfully kept historic home, decor was very cool, owner left s’mores ingredients for the fire pit. House was clean, extra towels provided. Our family loved our stay and would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic cabin charm

This little house is perfect to get away from it all! It is very private, but still in an area with lots to do
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bluemont

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for mini-reunion with friends!

Wonderful accommodations in a beautiful, secluded setting. Perfect for a weekend reunion with three long-time friends! The cottage provided a warm and welcoming refuge after each day of cycling in the country. With a wood stove (kindly lit by the hosts prior to our arrival!), fire pit, deck, screened-in porch, and an ample dining room with farmhouse style table, we had multiple settings for relaxing over good conversation, taking refreshment, and just catching up. And, not to be forgotten, the beds were extremely comfortable (also important after long rides!). BTW, Dirt Farm Brewery and Bluemont Station Brewery and Winery were two of our post-ride favorites and very convenient! And last, but not least, our hosts were exemplary in their hospitality and are to be commended for saving and restoring this historic property for others to experience. A-plus plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

Girls weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country cottage

A quaint property with old world charm lovingly restored by the owner. Perfect for a weekend with an event at nearby vineyards.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zak S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House in a Beautiful Location

My friends and I were looking for a charming home to enjoy a relaxing, stress-free weekend—and we couldn't have come across a better home than this one! The hosts were incredibly helpful and responsive, and even arranged to have the wood stove in the living room going when we arrived. Can't recommend this cozy home enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, wonderful history!

This property is located out of the way, but also near enough to a lot of the areas you likely want to visit if you're staying in Northern Virginia. It was quiet, and the sense of history from the decor and background of the property is inspiring.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Trip!

Thank you to Marcia for an amazing stay with beautiful scenery and interesting history! We had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get stay for local wedding

Beautiful house! Loved the porch, the lawn, the tire swing, and unfortunately we didn't have enough time to use the fire pit. It was a perfect place for our family to stay while attending a wedding. And Marcia was very communicative and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

kelli r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Pleasant little antique cottage in the woods with an interestingly charming story . Comfy beds, kitchen had all we needed. Host was very attentive . House had a musty odor once inside, but after opening a few windows it seemed to dissipate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great place!

We had a wonderful stay in Bluemont! The location is very conveniently located to take advantage of everything that Bluemont and Purcellville have to offer. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the house and around town. We'd definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and lovely patch of heaven!

Beth and I are in Philly now, but both wish we were still in Marcia and Bill’s lovely cottage. The location is a perfect tonic for anyone wanting a peaceful refuge in the woods. The cottage is clean and well-equipped, and our nearby hosts made us feel welcome. The property is a short drive to great hiking on the AT, and close enough to several National Parks and historical sites. We loved to coming home each evening to grill out and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Horse show retreat

Beautifully restored, peaceful, historic cottage. Such a lovely place to relax after long horse show days!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful weekend

This house was somehow even more beautiful in person (and that’s saying something because the photos are striking). We loved our time at Bishops Gate. Our host was very helpful. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend

The house is absolutely beautiful. Great location and great history behind the house. My friends and I would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karim O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

We couldn’t have asked for better hosts in Marcia and Bill. They were so nice and hospitable and really helped make the trip a success. Their attention to detail was on full display throughout the house. We have 4 kids under 8 and they loved every minute of the huge backyard, swing, and family time without a TV (they enjoyed the record player and lots of puzzles and games). As an added bonus the house has some neat history that you can learn about. Can’t recommend this home enough, top notch if you want a great “country” experience.

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Four of us headed to B Chord Brewing to see a concert and were lucky enough to find this unique, charming rental to make for a fun weekend getaway. While there was plenty to do in the surrounding area (breweries, wineries, corn mazes, hikes), we spent a majority of our time hanging around the cabin as it offered a cozy place to relax, while enjoying the beauty and crisp-air of the autumnal outdoors. While the cabin is situated in a highly-tourist area, it is set back and quaint enough to make you forget about the hussle and bustle of its surroundings. (We were there during peak leaf-peeping season). We would definitely stay again - rustic charm and modern comforts made this an A+ stay.

10/10 Excellent

Dari B., Littleton

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for a Getaway

My friends and I loved everything about Bishop's Gate. The house was charming, clean and very welcoming. We were able to enjoy the peace and quiet and the smore's on the bonfire was a fun touch. The location is perfect and so close to wineries. We will definitely recommend this place to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend

Exceptional cozy place to get away. Every detail of this place was thought through and it shows. Spotless, inviting, and comfortable. We had a quick girls trip here and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and quiet

What a wonderful place! It's very relaxing but it's also close to a lot of great outdoor adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vacation!

Beautiful house, property, and area. Relaxing and peaceful place to stay. We would definitely love to come back again! The owners are super nice, helpful, and gave us great recommendations for things to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittney B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great stay :)

My girlfriends and I had an amazing stay. We were greeted upon arrival and had a generous tour by the owners. The house was extremely clean and very welcoming. The location of the house is beyond beautiful. There are many activities you can do or if you want a quiet get away, the house has many relaxing & peaceful areas. We felt like it was a home away from home. We would absolutely go back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R., Fort Collins, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house on well kept property

Marcia and Bill were fantastic hosts. The house is as described and more! Was surprised by the numerous activities in close proximity. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Winchester

A beautiful, quaint home with a lot of character. Staying at Bishop's Gate is like stepping back in time but with all the amenities and the perfect location. A picture perfect yard with a huge fire pit to enjoy. We had coffee and breakfast on the deck and s'mores by the fire at night (provided by Marcia). Beds were extremely comfortable and we were able to get a great nights sleep, which when traveling, can be trying. Our only suggestion would be the need for more comfy, inviting furniture in living room. It was a wonderful weekend and thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019