Apartment

Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment

Photo gallery for Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment

Morning coffee here
Welcome to Sanctuary.
Come and exhale.
Read, journal, pray, dream.
Take a stroll to the pond.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 346.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Bedford, VA
  • Bower Center for the Arts
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • National D-Day Memorial
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Peaks of Otter Winery
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment

Unplug. Unwind. Refresh. Unplug. Unwind. Refresh. The Sanctuary is your retreat from the everyday.

-17 acre farm that boasts stunning sunset views of the iconic Peaks of Otter
-Meticulously clean couples' suite with private entrance + cozy farmhouse environment
-Fire pit, stocked pond, gazebo, hammock, nature, full kitchen
-5 min to town (Bedford), 10 min to great hiking in the Blue Ridge Mtns, 25-30 min to Lynchburg
Perfect for vacation, romantic getaway, or personal retreat with option for on-site life coaching.

Need to get away from the “noise” of your everyday life? Sanctuary provides the space and serenity to think, dream, pray and……listen.

Sleep in late, take a stroll around the property, sip wine by the fire pit and listen to the tree frogs. Even if you want to stay in your pajama’s your entire stay, we’ve got books, board games and solitude for you.

THINGS TO DO

-Enjoy gorgeous sunsets over the Peaks of Otter
-Take walks around the 2 acre pond or down the long gravel driveway
-Sleep in as late as you want in the king sized bed.
-Sit in the gazebo sipping a cup of coffee or your favorite wine
-Drive 10 min to hike the numerous trails at the Peaks of Otter
-Dining + antique shopping 5 min away in Bedford, VA
-Visit the D-Day Memorial (history buffs + veterans)

LIVING AREA
-couch + reading chair
-inspirational books

BEDROOM
-king bed
-closet

KITCHEN
-stove, fridge, microwave, farmhouse sink
-Keurig coffee maker
-seating for 2

BATHROOM
-tub/shower combo w/ mountain view
-sink + toilet

CLIMATE CONTROL: Central heat + air provides for your comfort in winter or summer.

All linens graciously provided.

*OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

1. Each day, the hosts can provide you with an inspiring note and question that sets the table for you to maximize your thinking and expand your mind to possibilities. ($10 extra a day for notes and questions)

2. Contemplate and Create with a Certified Coach on Site

Your host at the Sanctuary is a certified Leadership & Life Purpose Coach and is ready to meet you if you desire. Providing a safe, non-judgmental environment, you can engage with Christine to help you think through and process a variety of issues including your calling, life goals, leadership, connecting or re-connecting with God or work issues while taking a brisk walk around the farm or just sitting in the gazebo looking at the ripples on the pond or the majesty of the mountains.

This experience includes two nights lodging, two coaching sessions and contemplative questions so you leave with clarity or a plan to thrive in life. ($200 extra for a two night stay although many guests choose to have their second coaching session once they get back home and have a chance to do some "homework.").

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: It is important to note that the Sanctuary is a place to unwind and unplug. We hope it's an opportunity to slow down, enjoy nature, and dream big. For that reason, we do not have wifi. Guests are welcome to use their own mobile hot spot, or if an emergency or need arises, guests can contact us about using a temporary hot spot.

The Sanctuary is also a working farm, so don't be alarmed if you hear the cows mooing or the sounds of a tractor or four wheeler.

Property manager

Christine Kennedy
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Adults only
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bedford

Located in Bedford, this apartment is in a rural area and on a lake. Jefferson National Forest and George Washington National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include A Goode View Alpaca Farm and Butterflies at the Bridge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Vines Center or Williams Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain biking.
Map
Bedford, VA

What's nearby

  • Bower Center for the Arts - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Bedford Welcome Center - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • National D-Day Memorial - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Peaks of Otter Winery - 23 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Liberty University - 32 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary Suite: Breathtaking Mountain Views, Private Farmhouse Apartment located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Falling Creek Park, Bedford Welcome Center and Gross Orchard. National D-Day Memorial and Jefferson National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

True sanctuary

This place was so beautiful and peaceful! The owner prays for you before you show up!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

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

Valentine's getaway

Beautiful scenery and a comfortable place to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Great Little Getaway

This was a quaint little getaway. It was a beautiful suite located on a 17 acre farm. You could go out back and look over a pond and sit and a gazebo and look over mountains. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to go off the grid with no wifi and just enjoy some peace and quiet or time with a partner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erinn F.

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

Serene

The property and house were beautiful. I can't even express how incredible the views are. Perfect place to come cook a meal after hiking and just take it all in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Tranquility

Lovely cottage in a panoramic location. Cottage is perfect for serene getaway in every way— comfy fyy it entire, lovely bed linens and everything squeaky clean. Hosts are welcoming but not intrusive. No doubt one will feel refreshed and restored after a visit. It’s the kind of place that says “stay longer”.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron C.

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

A Beautiful Property

The Sanctuary offered a beautiful, peaceful, and thoroughly enjoyable weekend. The space was clean and very comfortable. The hosts were responsive and very welcoming. We loved sitting by the lake and enjoying the peaceful quiet and beautiful views of the property and mountains. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful!

We had a great time staying at the Sanctuary! It was so cozy and offered the best views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

Maier stay

Best time. You could not find any hotel that is better. Beautiful property stocked with more than you can imagine to keep you comfortable. Best hosts ...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

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

Relax, unplug and get away from it all!

What a beautiful place to stay! The hosts were incredible and loved that every evening they had the fire-pit ready to go with logs available for our evening night cap under the stars. Waking up in the morning to a beautiful view of the mountains from the shower was spectacular. The suite was clean, welcoming and well maintained inside and out. Looking forward to returning to this mountain oasis.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Excellent

Loved it peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinity D.

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

Cute little place!

My boyfriend and I met up with a friend in the area and needed a place to crash overnight. Definitely nice coming to a cute little farmhouse after a long day of driving. Very cozy and well kept. If we're ever in the area we'd like to book again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

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

A perfect getaway!

The property was just as described. The views were breathtaking. The hosts were accessible and so friendly. The location was perfect for accessing the parkway. The only thing I would change was the length of the stay…. it ended too soon!! I will definitely be looking to rebook a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful and secluded. Only complaint is it had no Wifi.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Amazing Stay

It was peaceful and relaxing, exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine Z.

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

Great Escape

Nice location to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The view of Peaks of the Otter was beautiful. The owners are friendly and attentive to any needs you might have. The Sanctuary was well appointed and was a great respite.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt A.

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

Weekend Getaway

Very well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Destination Wedding Week End

We selected this VRBO for the location to the wedding venue in Bedord VI. We were delighted in the location. It was a pleasant, peaceful stay. The accommodations were perfect and location. We had time to vistit sites and Christine gave us suggestions and met us upon arrival. I Highly Recommend Christine & Jason's accommodations. Beautiful & Lovely. Thank you so much, we would love to return and stay a bit longer to recharge..Cheryl & Joe R - Elizabeth, Co
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela E., St. Louis

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

Short stay

The property was beautiful and well kept. We came in for my boyfriend’s 50th and couldn’t have found a more peaceful place for the two of us. The owners were both welcoming and very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thelma S.

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

The majesty of the Sanctuary

We were very pleased with the property. Very clean and comfortable. The view from the property was beautiful and we enjoyed the evenings sitting in the Gazebo and watching the sunsets. The hosts were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

AWf4wWEAAACqAQICAHhRqf5uyCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAFjY+VJemiM7mBP2kLXMGvtAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMfGLkq6QkXo3tMECxAgEQgC2LIlk14a9hUoQXbiJNdLnUJ7LYaMG6szoYeBYNXQaQLUzSu2h5YEgr/MB+3D2zg8DnEBVPIA1CybKJZmHG6nYQz38eIA7VfW/mDR7xHzA A.

This little piece of heaven was a perfect get away!!

This little place is perfect to just get away, take a deep breath and remember how to relax. We loved taking in all the beautiful views on this farm and the fall colors and sky were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Very peaceful

The property and house were beautiful. It was a great weekend of disconnecting and spending time in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

alice r.

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

Fabulous getaway!

Santuary is aptly named. This lovely cottage in the mountains was the perfect spot to unwind. The decor was lovely, the bed was comfy, the shower just right and the views were spectacular. The host was equally wonderful so this was a fabulous getaway for me and my husband!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

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

Connecting

Being forced to step away from all electronics my husband and I got to relax and have an amazing time in front of the beautiful mountains and under the amazing view of the stars. Christine met us when we arrived and she was so sweet!! We are planning our return to enjoy another season on the mountain tops!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin R.

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

Lovely place!

This place was perfect for the two of us. Very clean, bright, private, quiet. The view is incredible. The hosts welcomed us upon arrival, then left us alone. We were so pleased, and the area is so lovely, with enough to keep busy -or not.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

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

Awesome mountain views

We had a refreshing stay at this lovely farmhouse. Everything was just as listed. The view of the mountains was breathtaking, and we just wanted to sit in that gazebo all day!! So quiet and peaceful. The decorating of apt were so cozy and added to the charm. Very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christine Kennedy

Host profile image
My husband and I lead busy work lives and after a season of burn out for both of us, we embarked on the journey of learning self care and how to de-plug. This led to the purchase of this 1860's farmhouse in 2013 and we began the renovation process with the goal of creating a working farm and homestead but also a space to truly experience peace, rest and to host guests so that they can experience it as well.

Life is still busy but we've learned how to "create Sanctuary" in our own lives and love providing a space for others to feel "sanctuary" as well.

Why they chose this property

Sanctuary is ideal for you if you want to get away from the "noise of life" and experience tranquility and all that farm life has to offer yet be close enough to town to get provisions and explore all that charming small town life has to offer. Additionally, being just a short 10 minute drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway this property is close to some spectular hikes.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests