Acorn Cottage Village of Bacova in Bath County, VA

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5102.2 sq m

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill
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Bacova, VA

The Cascades Golf Course
‪14 min drive‬
Homestead Old Course
‪16 min drive‬
Homestead Ski Area
‪17 min drive‬
Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Originally built in the 1920's and newly renovated in 2018/2019, Acorn cottage is a charming single level, two bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the small village of Bacova, Virginia. Each bedroom has a bathroom attached. Centrally located in Bath County, it is minutes away from Lake Moomaw, Warm Springs, Hot Springs and the historic Omni Homestead Resort. The cottage is 8 miles, (about 12 minutes) from the Homestead Resort. A great home base for anyone looking to get away and explore Bath county's beautiful hiking trails and fishing holes.

****At the recommendation of our County Health department, due to COVID we have added the following procedures for staying at Acorn Cottage.

To protect our guests, housekeeper and ourselves, we are leaving a 2 day gap between each guests stay.

The cottage is deep cleaned between each reservation, which includes sanitizing all doorknobs, light switches, telephones and remotes. We also run a whole house circulating fan between each guests stay.

During, and at the end of their stay, we ask all guests to seal and put their trash to the garbage bins located in the garage at the cottage. (Tom or I will stop by the garage every three days or so and take the trash to the transfer station.)

Guest should run all their dishes through the dish washer.

The small washer and dryer in the cottage are for guest's convenience, (we have a commercial washer and dryer we use for all the cottage linens.) At checkout, guests should place all used linens (towels, bathmats etc.) in the cloth laundry bags provided and leave the bags in the back hall of the cottage for pick up. We will take care of stripping the beds, and wash all sheets and blankets.

Thanks!

Dana and Tom

Property manager

Dana or Tom Richardson

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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

I'm sorry due to allergy concerns of some of our guests pets are not allowed, and smoking in the cottage will result in loss of security deposit.

No parties

No 3rd party bookings accepted.

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Warm Springs

Located in Warm Springs, this cottage is in the mountains. Warm Springs Gallery and Bath County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Troddenvale and The Cascades Golf Course. Warm Springs Pools and C & O Railway Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bacova, VA

What's nearby

Warm Springs Pools - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Garth Newel Music Center - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
The Cascades Golf Course - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
Homestead Old Course - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
Homestead Ski Area - 17 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

Clifton Forge Station - 44 min drive
Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Inn At Warm Springs - ‬7 min drive
‪Waterwheel Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Sam Snead's Tavern - ‬14 min drive
‪Bacova Beer Company - ‬14 min drive
‪Martha's Market - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Acorn Cottage Village of Bacova in Bath County, VA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Acorn Cottage Village of Bacova in Bath County, VA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acorn Cottage Village of Bacova in Bath County, VA?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Acorn Cottage Village of Bacova in Bath County, VA located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from George Washington National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Warm Springs Gallery and Bath County Historical Society. Warm Springs Pools and Lake Moomaw are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

18 November 2024

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

Third Stay

Terrific rental, clean, quiet, beautiful location. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

26 June 2024

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

Still the Best

Clean, quiet, lovely cottage full of comfort and all needed amenities. Thank you so much for another great stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom&Carol W.

16 June 2024

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

Well-appointed charming cottage

If you need a place in beautiful Bath County, this cottage is a great choice! Pretty much all we needed was available to us, and the layout of the cottage is perfect for hanging out with family. Comfortable beds, spacious updated bathrooms, and a large efficient kitchen are just some of the great points. A peaceful retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne N.

8 June 2024

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

Bath County Adventure

Charming! Modern! Spacious! Well located for Hidden Valley and Warm Springs Preserve Hiking Trails and the Historic Warm Springs Pools.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clara C.

6 April 2024

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

Beautiful retreat!

What a fantastically appointed cottage in serene Bath County! We came for a long weekend and were not disappointed. The house was thoughtfully curated and it’s clear that Dana and Tom are people who appreciate the details. We loved our time here, feeling cozy as we read, played games, and took shelter from some truly wide ranging spring mountain weather (hail, snow, rain and sun!). The location was perfect for jaunt over to the warm springs pools as well as lots of hiking. We highly recommend it!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

3 March 2024

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

Absolutely lovely

My spouse and our two friends wanted to celebrate a shared birthday and picked this lovely home as our stay. The owners spared no expense in making this place as cozy as possible, all of the furniture was spotless and comfortable. The check in process was very simple and the checkout was the same way. Everything worked flawlessly and the appliances are shiny and new. It’s as if the owners thought of everything you might need and included it in the property. We will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

25 February 2024

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

Warm Springs Trip

We spent time with our daughter visiting the Warm Spring Pools and exploring the surrounding area. The Acorn Cottage was perfect for the three of us. It’s location is close to Hot Springs and other sites. The cottage is very cute with plenty of room in a quiet area. We loved our stay and would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

2 October 2023

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relaxing experience

The cottage was up-to-date and modern but still woodsy and charming. Very convenient to Warm Springs and Hot Springs. We hope to stay there again next year.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

10 September 2023

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Better then pictures!

Great stay, cute cottage. Pics online do not do the place justice. Everything we needed and wanted

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann A.

7 August 2023

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

Beautiful Cottage in Bacova

The Acorn Cottage is perfect for a family getaway in Bath County! The house is beautifully decorated, fully equipped with top notch appliances, and the house is stocked with everything you and your guests may need. Two extremely comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms, and even a nice pull-out couch. We plan to return to this wonderful cottage again. The owners are very accommodating and responsive with any questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie V.

11 June 2023

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

Perfect get away

This beautiful home was perfect! Our get away was peaceful and much needed. Your home helped us enjoy the beauty of Bacova/Warm Springs VA and the beauty of your area! Thank you ever so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

18 May 2023

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

Absolutely relaxing and gorgeous cottage

I booked the cottage for my sister's getaway weekend to celebrate her birthday with another friend. We spent three nights and enjoyed every minute of it! We use the kitchen to cook meals and enjoyed the front porch as well. The location is absolutely gorgeous. The cottage is immaculate! Great features all around and I would definitely come back!! I really like the extra touches like the plush towels, the nice linens, and the extensive notes provided by the host about places to hike. The little things! And the big things!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

maureen b.

9 April 2023

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

Sibling gathering to see the mountains.

Great cottage, perfect layout. Lots of good information in the notebooks on the counter. Did some touring and played cards and scrabble on the rainy day. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

5 December 2022

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

Cozy retreat

We had a wonderfully comfortable 10-day stay at Acorn Cottage. It is one of the best equipped and organized rentals that we’ve ever experienced. The owners have thought of just about everything to make your stay easy and relaxed, and the cottage was super clean and fresh. It’s located in Bacova, a small residential village. You will need to drive to get groceries or to dine out. But the area is so peaceful that you may not want to leave! Be aware that there is no AT&T cell signal at the cottage, but the Wi-Fi was fast and reliable. The television works via a satellite dish, which gets the regular Dish channels plus Netflix, Prime video, and YouTube. Highly recommended!

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

15 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Interior design, amenities, location, and kitchen supplies and accessories excellent. Nice touches of owner hospitality.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

11 July 2022

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

Great house and great owners

We were mostly at a larger rental with extended family during the day but it was very nice to come back to our own space in such a lovely home. The house has very modern decoration. It was nice to see so much beautiful reclaimed wood. The kitchen has all the necessities, even ground coffee! There was enough space for my husband and I with our 3 children, 2 sharing a bed and one on the pull out couch. Dana and Tom are thoughtful, communicative hosts. We couldn't be happier with our choice to rent this property. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley D.

20 June 2022

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

Mountain Getaway

This was a perfect getaway from the city. Me and my husband came up for a wedding with our daughter and we're so glad we got a house! It was very clean, organized, great location (especially if you have kids, we make sure we're not going into a bad area) , and overall the perfect spot for us for the extended weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

8 June 2022

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

Wonderful

The best. Very clean, comfortable, cozy, quiet, a fantastic home away from home. Stocked with everything needed, down to hand soap at the sinks, easy to settle in, owners great with communication and helpful information. Thank you so much; we're looking forward to staying again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stella P.

28 April 2022

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Spacious home in a great location

We enjoyed our stay very much! The house is spacious, with everything we needed. The decor is thoughtful and made us feel welcome and comfortable. The location was excellent and we found many beautiful hiking spots.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

20 March 2022

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

Picturesque BACOVA

The Acorn cottage was one of the best VRBO properties we've ever stayed at. Tom and Dana are top notch. Definitely make this cottage your base for adventures in and around Bath County.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy E.

5 March 2022

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Wonderful clean cottage get-a-way

It was a beautiful cottage and wonderful place! Comfortable beds clean neat and well decorated! We will definitely come back! Thank you !

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole B.

12 September 2021

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

The best getaway

Everything was excellent. I would recommend this house

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra C., Virginia

5 September 2021

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

Acorn Cottage Mtn Trip

House was perfect! Owners thought of every accommodation to make the visit enjoyable. We definitely will return!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

5 August 2021

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

Beautiful cottage

The cottage was beautifully renovated and immaculate. It’s in the tiny village of Bacova, which is in a pretty remote area of Virginia. Tom and Dana were very helpful. The house is well appointed and provides whatever you need, even a washer and dryer for guest use. I would definitely recommend this spot.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John G.

22 July 2021

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

The best place we have ever stayed in.

Everything we could have wanted and needed was there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dana or Tom Richardson

We live across the village, a short walk away from the cottage in the old Bacova chapel. From there Dana operates her out of print book and collectible book business while Tom has a custom art framing business. Tom is an avid hiker and outdoorsman and loves exploring Bath county's hiking trails and fishing holes. Dana enjoys reading and watching way too many home remodeling shows.

Why they chose this property

Acorn Cottage is a 1920's cottage which we completely renovated in 2018/2019. We tried to retain as much of the original charm of the cottage as we could while at the same time the modernizing the heating, air conditioning, appliances and accessibility. The cottage has a central heat and air conditioning, tankless water heater, high efficiency furnace with MERV allergy filter and a back up propane stove. All doorways were widened and the bathrooms are somewhat over sized to accommodate guest who may have issues with mobility.

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