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Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus

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Guests will enter their suite under the covered porch.
The lodge consists of three private suites.
Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Damascus, VA
  • Adventure Damascus
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Virginia Creeper Damascus
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus

Welcome to our enchanting haven in downtown Damascus, VA! Discover modern comforts in "Laurel Creek," one of three private suites at Lodge 1759. Nestled in the heart of this picturesque town, our home beckons families and couples alike to experience the beauty of the Appalachian Mountains. Immerse yourself in the small-town charm, where every step tells a tale of history and outdoor adventure. Whether you're cycling the Virginia Creeper Trail (2 blocks away), exploring the Appalachian Trail (running along our front fence), or simply enjoying the quaint downtown atmosphere, our cozy retreat is the perfect base for your Damascus getaway. Unwind in comfort and style, creating cherished memories with your loved ones in this idyllic mountain town. The AT runs along the fence in our front yard and you are just steps from the renowned Virginia Creeper Bike Trail or any of the other 5 trails that crisscross Damascus! Come join us, where the mountains meet hospitality, and let the adventure begin!

Space Details
Step into the Laurel Creek suite through your private entrance on the covered porch facing Railroad Avenue. You'll instantly be embraced by a delightful one-bedroom, one-bathroom retreat all to yourself. This suite boasts modern amenities to make your stay in this charming town a time to remember. The suite boasts a cozy mini kitchenette and an inviting living room, ensuring a charming and private stay. The mini kitchenette thoughtfully provides a microwave, toaster oven, crockpot, and coffee maker for your convenience. Enjoy the flexibility to prepare simple meals and savor your favorite beverages during your stay in the Laurel Creek suite. Additionally, guests can access the shared laundry room for added convenience during their stay. Unwind and create lasting memories in this inviting mountain retreat!

This space is perfect for hosting two adults comfortably or an adult and one child, 10 years or older.

A charcoal grill is provided on the premises. Guests must bring along charcoal & a fire starter to use the grill. The grill is shared with other guests staying on the property. Guests can find the grill utensils in the shared laundry room located behind the lodge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are any of the inside spaces shared?
Our main home consists of three private suites. Each suite has its own space and entrance.

Are your rates negotiable?
Unfortunately, no. You can't put a price on great memories! We extend a 10% discount on all stays 7+ nights or more and a 15% discount on stays 28+ days or more. The discount will automatically be applied at the checkout screen.

I work remotely, is there wifi?
Yes, we provide wifi in all of our listings. We have hosted several remote workers over the years and have not had a report of weak wifi.

Is there anywhere to store luggage before check in or after check out in case I’m not able to check in early or check out late?
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and hold luggage for guests.

What is there to do in the area?
Please visit our digital guidebook for our favorite places to check out!

Can I bring my pet?
We love our furry friends but we ask for guests to make other arrangements for their pets while visiting our home.

Where is the nearest grocery store?
Food City s our favorite & closest grocery store. Food City is 1 mile away from the listing.

How do I check in?
We have electronic locks at our listings. Guests will be provided with their unique access code on the morning of their arrival.

Third-Party Bookings: Guests booking on behalf of another guest staying on the property are solely responsible for any damages to the space. All guest names (First and last) must be included on the reservation. The booking party is responsible for sharing all house rules and access information with the staying guest.

Property manager

Angie Schofield
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children must be 10+ to stay at the Lodge.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our home is comprised of three suites. Each suite provides guests with their own space and private entrance.
Children traveling with your party must be 10 years or older.
Guests must read the welcome letter and send us a reply with a special quote that we reference in the letter to confirm the letter has been read.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Damascus

Damascus is home to this apartment. Appalachian Heritage Distillery and Abingdon Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and Jefferson National Forest. Adventure Damascus and Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Damascus, VA

What's nearby

  • Adventure Damascus - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Damascus Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Emory and Henry College - 25 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Damascus Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Abingdon Vineyards - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Damascus Diner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Damascus Old Mill - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Laurel Suite - Heart of Damascus located?

Situated in Damascus, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Adventure Damascus and Appalachian Heritage Distillery. Virginia Creeper Damascus and Jefferson National Forest are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Beautiful Small Town Getaway

Laurel Creek had everything we needed to enjoy a long weekend. It's located perfectly. Walkable to restaurants, and the downtown area. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

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

Great location

Nice place with easy access to the trail
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Great Stay

We highly enjoyed staying at The Lodge. It was a great location and in walking distance to all of the shuttle services and main restaurants. The space was incredibly clean and provided all basic necessities. The listing noted a queen sized bed, although, we felt it was smaller. Overall, I would choose to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

IMTR Weekend

The perfect accommodations for us to spend the long weekend in Damascus. Ideal location and convenient to access the trail, resteraunts part etc...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M., VA

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

Anniversary/Birthday Trip

Property was lovely, very clean and well-supplied, and the location to the Appalachian Trail and Virginia Creeper Trail is amazing! We had a wonderful stay and would recommend this property to anyone traveling to beautiful Damascus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia h.

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

Bike ride

We loved the place and location was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER N.

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

Beautiful town and property

Wonderful relaxing stay over New Year's weekend. The property was great. We look forward to returning in warmer weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Great fun!

What a lovely place to stay! So nice and clean and decorated well! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

3 days

Had a short stay in Damascus. Enjoyed our time at the Lodge. It was perfect! I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie N.

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

Great stay!

This was extremely clean! When I had a question the property manager got back to us immediately. After we left they let us know we left something and they are mailing it to us!! It’s a great location for several outings. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

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

Exploring Trail Town USA

This place was really nice and even better than the pictures on VRBO. Right in the heart of town and walkable to everything. I rode on the Creeper Trail and did a trail run at Grayson Highlands. I also love hiking and the AT thru hikers are so inspiring. Had a great time chatting with a few at Damascus Brewery. The only minor and I mean really minor drawback to this unit (since there are 3 on the property), is you will hear footsteps above if someone’s renting it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Brad & Margie D.

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

Bike weekend stay

Property is in great shape, orderly and clean. Great location to bike trails. Could not adjust temperature out side the bedroom. Bedroom had a window unit to regulate heat or air conditioner. Other then the bedroom, the bathroom and living room were very cold. Price was higher than it should be in our opinion as compared to other properties we have stayed in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

It could have been great

Beautifully decorated rooms, but malfunctioning central air conditioning in my unit (probably only in mine) made for an uncomfortably freezing stay. I recommend communicating with the owner to see if the problem has been remedied. The property manager did her best to adjust the system by bringing in a portable unit and turning down the house's AC from time to time. It also was disconcerting to find somebody else's prescription medicine under the couch and a $5 bill under the toaster. Check-in was annoying because I was made to find a specific quote in the property instructions while I was on a 9-hour drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Perfect for our getsway

The Lodge was prefect for our weekend getaway on the Creeper Trail. Loved the decor. Super comfy! Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

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

Excellent stay in Damascus

My wife and I visited Damascus to ride the Creeper Trail. This rental property is centrally located for shuttles, eating, and the trail. We enjoyed our stay very well and hope to do it again someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

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

Such a cosy cute suite with everything you need!

This is a great location just past the center of town. Quiet, cosy, and clean suite with all the comforts of home. We had everything we needed for our stay and would not hesitate to book this suite again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Amazing anniversary celebration

Our stay was absolutely delightful. As someone who cares a great deal about aesthetics, the place was adorable, clean, and conveniently located to the trail. We will be back and will tell everyone we know about it (though we don't want it's popularity to be so great that we can't snag a stay).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Perfect place to stay in Damascus

The Lodge was lovely and beautifully decorated! The perfect location and size for my husband and I and within close proximity to the Creeper Trail for biking and Appalachian Trail to hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

july 2022

Very nice property, located across street from Bike Station, great place to stay if want to ride creeper trail, walk across street for bikes and then back when done nice place, one minor issue, not worth mentioning other than to highlight how quickly Brittany (property manager) addressed it. Stuff happens, whats important is the response. Definitely will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sreve H.

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

Convenient and Clean

Everything wad perfect Location,clean and modern and communication with Owner was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Creeper Trail Ride Getaway

Lovely place with big front porch for relaxing. Perfect for a getaway for two, especially if you’re biking or hiking one of the many trails in the area. Kitchen is a bit limited but you’re not there to cook, you’re there to relax. Several restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Angie Schofield

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Hey there! My name is Justin. Along with my beautiful wife Megan, we own/operate this Airbnb with the goal of providing a unique experience for each and every guest. Our mission is to ensure your stay is one that you will remember fondly for a lifetime!

In addition to the two of us, our family consists of Finley, Jhett, and Gray. You can often find us traveling together with family and friends or enjoying our small town by walking through downtown or the Farmers’ Market every Saturday.

Above all else, we're about family. And memories. When those two things collide, we're at our happiest!

Why they chose this property

Nestled in the scenic beauty of Southwest Virginia, Damascus is a charming town embraced by the Appalachian Mountains. Known as the "Trail Town, USA," Damascus is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering access to renowned trails such as the Appalachian Trail, Virginia Creeper Trail, and the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail. This quaint town boasts a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with its historic downtown exuding small-town charm. Visitors can explore local boutiques, enjoy delicious cuisine, and experience the warmth of the community. With a backdrop of rolling hills and the tranquil Laurel Creek, Damascus provides a serene escape for nature lovers and those seeking a relaxing getaway in the heart of the mountains.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests