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Cabin on the James River

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Exterior
Double Bed
Bunk Beds
Dining Table
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 40.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Eagle Rock, VA
  • Blue Ridge Vineyard
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Natural Bridge State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Virginia Safari Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Cabin on the James River

Experience the allure of nature at Gala River Front Campground, nestled in the serene landscapes of Eagle Rock, VA. Situated downstream from the convergence of the Jackson River and the Cowpasture River into the majestic James River, our campground offers an idyllic setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
Unplug and reconnect with nature in our primitive cabin, where simplicity meets comfort. Adjacent to the pristine riverside, guests can enjoy the convenience of a nearby port-a-potty while immersing themselves in the natural splendor surrounding them.
Please note - there is no electricity, running water or showers. Port-a-potty's are available.

Property manager

Richard & Robin Thompson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Eagle Rock

Located in Eagle Rock, this holiday home is on the waterfront. George Washington National Forest and Jefferson National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include C & O Railway Heritage Center and Virginia Safari Park. Wilderness Adventure At Eagle Landing and Butterflies at the Bridge are also worth visiting.
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Eagle Rock, VA

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Vineyard - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Falling Springs Waterfall - 40 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Natural Bridge State Park - 42 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 48 min drive - 64.1 km
  • Virginia Safari Park - 55 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Clifton Forge Station - 16 min drive
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Vineyard - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Maw & Paw's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪B G Coffee - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on the James River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cabin on the James River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on the James River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on the James River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from George Washington National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Jefferson National Forest and Blue Ridge Vineyard. C & O Railway Heritage Center and Masonic Ampitheatre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Twin River O., Chesapeake, VA

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

Another great stay while enjoying the James River.

Stayed here while paddling the James river. Had a great time, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherril H.

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

Just what we needed

We just needed a place to lay our heads to sleep and a hot shower. The spot was perfect and felt private. The host was very friendly and communicative.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne H.

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

Nice and quiet

Layed back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Great little spot

Great primitive cabin right on the James river. The hosts provided firewood and water. The cabin was clean and the beds were comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Childless getaway

We have previously stayed in this cabin with our children and opted to stay with some friends. It was a fabulous time. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great time!

We throughly enjoyed our stay! The cabin, though primitive, did offer four folding chairs, firewood, some cooking supplies, inside table and chairs, and a nice bed. We enjoyed cooking over the open fire, fishing at the river, and enjoying nature's beauty! The porta-potties (2) were clean and had tissue and hand sanitizer. It was great there were solar lights (2) inside the cabin, and one as a porch light. We drove less than 1/2 hour to VA Mountain Vineyards and had a wonderful time with a glass of wine and antipasto salad enjoying the beautiful venue and Mountain Views! Great campground, great location, great time on the James!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

We loved our time here! We actually thought it better than the listing. Loved the extra touches like the bowl with hand soap and towels, the grill accessories, ghost story books and more. Cabin, campsite and port-a-john were all clean. Campground has only 15 sites, just two have cabins. We hiked every day leaving the campground. Many beautiful trails and parks within short drives. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Vernon Ray T.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Convenient

Good spot to stop off the river while on a paddle trip.

10/10 Excellent

April K.

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

Quick getaway

It was very clean and cozy, awesome little spot to get away. The host were very easy to communicate w/ and responded quickly. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jennie r.

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

Our family loved this little cabin!

It was so peaceful and inviting! The river is right down the lane and very fun for the kids to play in. The cabin itself is clean and has everything you need to camp.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Richard & Robin Thompson

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Richard & I live on his family farm that was started by his grandfather and passed down to his father and then to Richard. We have renovated the original farmhouse and offer it as a vacation rental, and have built a campground on the James River property. Our newest "venture" is the primitive cabin at the Campground. We have been extremely blessed and want to share that with our guests.

Why they chose this property

We began the Gala River Front Campground in partnership with Twin River Outfitters in Buchanan, VA. The campground was well received and has grown to contain glamping tent sites as well as standard tent and camper sites. We've decided to go a step further and add a primitive cabin to accommodate the canoe and kayak guests who have limited space for provisions.

What makes this property unique

Our cabin has a set or bunk beds, two roll-a-way cots, and two fold out cots as well as an indoor dining table and chairs. We have an outside picnic table and a fire ring. We provide bag chairs for seating and supply a filled water jug for our guests. A Dumpster and port-a-potty are centrally located to the cabin.

Languages:

English
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